In our last post about Black Moon Lilith, we explored the darker aspects of our psyche, the raw places where we wrestle with our power and desire. Black Moon Lilith represents the unapologetic, unfiltered truth of our inner selves, a place where we can tap into our most primal, liberated energy. Today, we’re diving deeper into what it means to reclaim your power and trust by becoming unbound. This process begins with recognizing where we’ve been holding ourselves captive—whether due to fear, expectation, or outdated beliefs—and shaking free to fully embody our wild, authentic selves.
The 8 of Swords in tarot is a card that speaks directly to this. It’s a picture of someone blindfolded and surrounded by swords, seemingly trapped—but if you look closely, there’s a way out. The ropes are loose, the swords don’t actually encage them. This card reminds us that often, we feel stuck, but the barriers holding us back are more about perception than reality. We create prisons in our minds, bound by the limitations of our thoughts and the expectations of others. Yet, the 8 of Swords also offers a promise: we are always capable of freeing ourselves.
As we approach the sacred transition of Halloween and Samhain, we are invited to step into the dark half of the year—a time when the veil thins and we are asked to go within. The journey into darkness is one of introspection and transformation, a potent moment to reclaim our power and set intentions for the year ahead. As we approach the shortest, darkest day of the year, we are given the opportunity to reflect deeply on what binds us and what we want to release.
Becoming unbound means shedding the old skin of expectations—whether they’re from society, family, or even our past selves—and allowing the truest version of us to emerge. When we break free from the constraints that keep us small, we become the kind of witchy women who feel a deep inner peace and radiate an outer confidence. This is the season to let go of the illusion of entrapment and to step boldly into our own power.
Here are three simple yet powerful ways you can start becoming unbound right away:
1. Dance Like No One’s Watching
Movement is magic, and when you dance, you release stagnant energy trapped within your body. Put on your favorite music and let your body lead. No choreography, no structure—just you, the rhythm, and your own free flow. Dancing is a way to connect with your inner fire, shake off the shackles of control, and celebrate your body as it is. Each movement reminds you that you are free, and in that freedom, your power is limitless.
2. Play with Your Style
Sometimes, breaking free starts with how you present yourself to the world. Do you feel constrained by the clothes you wear or how you’ve always styled yourself? Now is the time to experiment! Try something new—whether it’s a bold lipstick, a flowy witchy dress, or a piece of jewelry that feels magical to you. Playing with style is an external manifestation of your inner transformation. The more you express your true self outwardly, the more you’ll feel unbound by the expectations of others.
3. Walk Barefoot on the Earth
Connecting with the earth is one of the simplest and most powerful ways to ground yourself and break free from mental and emotional entrapment. When you walk barefoot outside, you reconnect with nature’s cycles and rhythms, reminding yourself that you are part of something larger. It’s a reminder to release the tension in your mind and body, to let go of what is no longer serving you, and to reclaim your place of power in the natural world.
As the season turns and we move through Samhain’s gateway into the darker half of the year, let this be a time for you to become unbound. Release what has been holding you back, step into your power, and set an intention for the life you want to create in the months ahead. When you allow yourself to shake off the stifling energy of expectation and normalcy, you become a woman who is not only deeply connected to her inner self but one who radiates confidence and magic outwardly into the world.
So, as you sit with the energy of the 8 of Swords and this transformative time of year, ask yourself: What is holding me back? Where do I need to reclaim my power? And most importantly, How can I become unbound?
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