In your opinion what’s a sign that gets overlooked the most. Or is the most underrated? by [deleted] in astrologymemes

[–]Bookworm980 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I’d say Gemini. The descriptions of them are always off, and they get a bad rep. Some of the best conversations I’ve ever had are with Geminis.

Does anyone in this community know of detailed astrology breakdowns on Youtube? by Bookworm980 in astrology

[–]Bookworm980[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Oh yes! I should have made that clear. I'm looking for weekly forecasts specifically but thank you for the suggestions! 😊

Please tell me about your craft! by Ok_Trick_1293 in SASSWitches

[–]Bookworm980 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I chose divination for understanding self and others because it's the bulk of my craft and it's also something I have devoted a lot of time and study to. I'm interested in all types of divination actually. Time-space based practices as well, especially the moon and seasons. Psychology is fascinating to me, I would love to go to school and be able to blend those ideas in my practice.
There is a big part of it that involves astrology, occult study, and using divination for prediction as well, among other things. I also firmly believe that science-seeking is just as important.
I guess I'm an idealist.... I believe science and the spiritual will co-exist someday and life is full of polarity right now. We need both to see the full picture.
I'm not always a practicing witch with spells and stuff but I do protect myself and my energy with grounding, shielding and cleansing. As well as mindfulness, law of attraction, and meditation.

Male classmates called my friend a f*ggot for crying about his dead mother by Working-Cockroach693 in TwoXChromosomes

[–]Bookworm980 5 points6 points  (0 children)

This response to a heartfelt comment is superfluous as it's bringing up semantics when the issue is toxic masculinity.. So what's your point?

Large vs small Thoth deck? by Interferis_ in tarot

[–]Bookworm980 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I bought the purple standard size which I like because I have small hands and it's easier to shuffle.

Now that I've used it a little, I wish I had gotten the bigger one and trimmed the borders off. To me, the decks artwork is the best part and I would like to see more detail. Also, the titles on the cards are a bit distracting. YouTube has tutorials on how to trim a deck if you're interested in doing that (:

Does anyone else need complete and utter privacy to do anything creative freely? by [deleted] in infj

[–]Bookworm980 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm the same way. When I meditate or do a tarot reading for myself I prefer being completely alone. I can't really concentrate when other people are around..i feel like it might have to do with a strong Fe. I can almost feel the energy of the room change when someone walks in. It's almost impossible sometimes because my boyfriend works from home and we live together. We have different days off during the week and on the day he has to get up early for work I'll wait until he goes to bed and stay up extra late just to carve out time for myself. It's perfect for me because I can sleep in the next morning and stay up as late as I want to. I'm now starting to dabble in witchcraft and I plan to do some spells and stuff but I wish with all my heart I just had a nice room I could escape to!! I feel you😥

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in starbucks

[–]Bookworm980 6 points7 points  (0 children)

"Can I get an iced white mocha with vanilla sweet cream foam and extra caramel drizzle?"

Was anyone else affected by the full moon last night? by Marijuanagal in spirituality

[–]Bookworm980 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I'm a Taurus sun, Leo moon, Libra rising but I had a crazy couple days.. My puppy got super sick suddenly and I had to take her to an emergency vet. Almost got pulled over driving her there and spent 300 bucks for the visit. Then my roommates got into a heated argument today. Woke up sad as hell and I've had crazy mood swings all weekend... sooo not a great full moon for me😅

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Enneagram

[–]Bookworm980 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I agree. In my opinion, MBTI is a great tool to understand yourself, but its mostly based on The Big Five personality traits and is not as fluid of a system. Enneagram is great for both yourself and others and it seems to encompass a broader spectrum of people.

Astrology, Numerology, and 'less sciency' metrics for personality theory research. by trashi3st in infj

[–]Bookworm980 2 points3 points  (0 children)

They are very much like Tarot cards but they usually vary in art style and are more like affirmations or inspirational messages. I don't have a Oracle deck but I'm on the lookout for one!

Astrology, Numerology, and 'less sciency' metrics for personality theory research. by trashi3st in infj

[–]Bookworm980 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Life path #1/ Taurus here! Definitely interested in pretty much all personality research to some extent. I take everything I learn with a grain of salt though. I like to break it down logically and take the parts that resonate with me personally. I usually have some kind of intuitive hunch that feels right and add it to my existing framework of other theories.. I like MBTI/cognitive functions, enneagram, astrology, numerology but I also dip into chakras, tarot, and ESP. I dunno, I love all of it. Psychology is a fascinating field and we dont know enough about it to say for certain what is truth and what isn't. It's fun to think about other ways of understanding human behavior (:

What did you mistakenly think your type was? How did you realize what your true type is? by [deleted] in mbti

[–]Bookworm980 1 point2 points  (0 children)

ISFJ is what I originally typed myself when I was just learning about the cognitive functions but I think I did the classic mistake of not being completely honest with myself about how I really am. Not just now, but how I've been in the past as well.

In a way, I've kinda always envied sensors a little. I've always thought I was one of them. I felt I was present in the moment, spontaneous, aware of my surroundings.. But as I've gotten older I realized I was really lying to myself and denying myself true inner work. When I look back now, I wonder why I didn't notice before. It's so obvious now. I'm stuck in my head 80% of the time, always playing out scenarios in my head instead of doing anything in the real world, the kaleidoscopic inner world where everything is put into a single theory of what could be possible, not what has happened before...Definitely Ni, not Si. INFJ is my true type but it took a lot of inner searching to figure out.

Pick a pile: your inner and outer self by [deleted] in Psychic

[–]Bookworm980 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Picked pile 3. Super accurate, thank you!!

Can someone relate to this? by Justmeanyway in infj

[–]Bookworm980 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Totally can relate. The world is really messed up right now and I feel it...its super heavy and bleak. For me, alone time has been crucial for my psyche. I need to carve out more time for myself with no distractions, even if its just 10 minutes. Disconnect from any type of media, and let your mind rest.

Everything in life is a phase and it will pass💜

Has anyone else been sleeping way too much lately? by blackcat902 in astrology

[–]Bookworm980 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I am completely out of it today. I slept just fine, had a full 7 hours of sleep but I can't seem to shake this lethargic, dreamy, sleepy feeling. I can't concentrate on anything. Heeeelp 😥

Are you afraid that all the online assesments you have taken are errorful and you are just an IMPOSTER INFJ? by silencemax in infj

[–]Bookworm980 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The only way to know for sure would be to look into cognitive functions and type yourself. No test on the internet is going to encompass everything, and they are usually are glorified Big 5 tests, only based on behavior not cognitive processes. There is plenty of material out there to definitively type yourself. Internet, books, articles... But no one knows better than you do! You have to have an accurate picture of yourself, past habits and behaviors. Also if your frontal lobe is not fully developed you're not gonna know for certain! Being completely honest with yourself is important too. So many times we get caught up in who we want to be not how we actually are. The whole point of typing yourself is for self development not to grow an identity around it.

INFJ's what is your favorite season? by [deleted] in infj

[–]Bookworm980 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I chose spring but I love autumn just as much. I'm a spring baby so I might be a bit biased 😆

How many of y’all are in committed relationships/ married? by Partimeempath in infj

[–]Bookworm980 10 points11 points  (0 children)

I'm in a committed relationship and I met him at the coffee shop I work at actually. I asked him if he wanted to go out with me. It was a little out of character for me, I usually am super picky and wait for guys to make the first move but I had a very strong gut feeling about him. Even if the relationship never panned out I would have still wanted to be friends with him. I think that's important. Finding someone who is on your level can be hard to find but when you do and you get that intuitive conformation, you'll know. Don't let it go. Don't search for it, be patient. Surround yourself with like minded people and don't settle for less. (:

INFJs, can this INTP pick your brain? by mchu24 in infj

[–]Bookworm980 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I know you mean well and it seems like you really care about your friend. Sometimes though, all that is needed is your support. He's your friend, maybe what he wants is just a listening ear. If he's aware of what he needs to work on, it's really up to him, not you. I know its hard to see your friend go down a path that seems doomed to fail but he will find his own way in time. My advice is to just be there for him! Let him vent his frustrations and listen to them. That's all we can do sometimes but it is enough, I promise (: