Hey friends! I’m Stacy Casson, and if you’re anything like me, your calendar is packed, your to-do list is endless, and sometimes just getting out of bed feels like a victory. Overwhelm is real—but you don’t have to face it alone. This week, I want to share how taking action (even small steps!) can help you break free from overwhelm, with a little inspiration from tarot cards.
Celebrating Wins
Let’s take a moment to celebrate the wins—big or small. This week, I wrapped up both my book review and finished the deck ahead of schedule, so I didn’t even need to spend thirty minutes on it for the entire week. I set up my hydroponic garden, walked every day, and most importantly, my family in Jamaica is safe. Thanks for being part of my accountability crew—sharing these wins keeps me motivated and grateful.
Why Action Matters
Let’s be honest: when we’re overwhelmed, it’s easy to freeze or get stuck in a loop of overthinking. But as Dan Martell says, “A problem well defined is a problem half-solved.” The trick is to move from thinking to doing—even if it’s just for five minutes. Action is the antidote to overwhelm.
Tarot Wisdom for the Week
This week, I drew a few cards from Black Tarot: An Ancestral Awakening by Nyasha Williams. They are illustrated by Kimishka Naidoo. Here’s what they had to say about overcoming overwhelm:
The Magician (Reversed): Manifesting Dreams Takes Work
The Magician is all about making things happen, but in reverse, it’s a wake-up call. Are you working hard but not making progress toward your goals? Maybe you’re exhausted and wondering if it’s even worth it. The Magician, like a Rich Mullins song, reminds us that faith without action is like a screen door on a submarine—useless! To move forward, you must take real, targeted action.
The Emperor (Reversed): Structure and Leadership
The Emperor reversed says we might be avoiding discipline and structure. As professionals, we set the tone for our teams and families. Where are you putting your energy? Are you focusing on tasks that actually move you toward your goals, or just staying busy? Sometimes, we use complicated projects as an excuse to avoid what really needs to be done. This week, I realized baking my family’s secret cakes wasn’t helping me book calls—it was just a distraction.
The Mother of Knives: Boundaries and Focus
This card is all about staying focused on the target and setting clear boundaries. Do you answer work calls after hours? Hit snooze instead of going for that walk? The Mother of Knives says: pick one thing that makes everything else easier and commit to it. Last week, I dedicated thirty minutes a day to my goals and finished ahead of schedule. Can you commit to just five minutes of focused action next week?
The Father of Coins: Mindset Matters
Your mindset shapes your reality. If you focus on scarcity, you’ll see more problems. If you focus on abundance, you’ll spot more opportunities. For the past few days, I’ve been acting like the person I want to become—and it’s working! When you align your actions with your authentic self, what you accomplish can feel like magic.
Your Action Plan
• Define your ONE thing: What’s the single action that will make the biggest difference this week?
• Set boundaries: Block time on your calendar and protect it fiercely.
• Start small: Even five minutes of focused action can break the cycle of overwhelm.
• Celebrate wins: Acknowledge every step forward, no matter how small. Namaste.
Ready to Take Action?
Are you ready to tackle your overwhelm? Let me know what’s happening, and schedule a Calm Down Session today. Book Now
Picture Description: 4 tarot cards. 1. The Magician Reversed: A shirtless Black man with dreadlocks wearing white pants stands on a cliff with his back to the sea. There is a rainbow and sketches of flowers behind him, and the phases of the moon circle his head. 2. The Emperor Reversed: The emperor sits on the throne with his child in his lap. The phases of the moon surround them, and misty power appears to pour from the arms of the throne. 3. Mother of Knives: A Black woman with long hair wearing a blue dress holds a knife. Behind her are many bullseyes with holes where the knife has struck during target practice. 4. Father of Coins. A Black man in a suit stands behind a table filled with cowry shells. Pictures of his ancestors are behind him.
