The Ego card reflects situations (usually of our own making) where we feel trapped. It seems as though our path has become completely hidden, and it feels like there’s no way forward. Of course, this is an illusion. We aren’t really as stuck as we think we are, and freedom comes with a change of our thoughts from pessimism to optimism.
Ego can also reveal other significant challenges, such as addiction or dependency, that can hold us back from happiness. As such, this is a very important card in tarot, since it can give us insight into our clients’ or family members’ challenges with substance use.
This card sometimes refers to someone who’s too focused on material or worldly things, and therefore might indicate excessive debt. It can also signify those who aren’t taking responsibility for their actions or choices.
The Dreamer’s Journey
Our next stop on the path of The Dreamer’s Journey is the need to deal with our human egos. It’s an indicator that we may not have a clear view of ourselves or our motives. We may be confused by what feels like limitations that we can’t get past, but in reality, these confinements are our own creations. What makes this card so powerful and helpful is that once we realize that our entrapments are self-made, we can then see that we must also have the power to free ourselves.
When we allow our egos to take over, we often find ourselves making choices that are based on fear or negative thinking. This hinders our progress and can create self-fulfilling prophecies that we’d be better off without. It’s also a reminder that our focus on daily life and our acquisition of “things” may not be what really matters right now. Perhaps it’s time to review our priorities!
Symbolism
The Dreamer has experienced a bit of a detour he didn’t mean to take, and finds himself chained and unable to move.
His chains are attached to a pot of gold to represent that he’s bound to his material concerns and the worldly fears of those around him.
He wears a mask that blinds his vision, to symbolize that in his current state, he can’t really see where he’s headed or how very off course he is.
A butterfly, a symbol of evolution, zips past to remind us that moving past our current shortcomings is completely within our power.
The crane is a symbol of spiritual enlightenment. This one has followed The Dreamer into his predicament to remind him of his ability to change his life. It’s always possible to make course corrections in order to match the life purpose we came to Earth to accomplish.
Archangel Jophiel has come to guide The Dreamer out of his nonspiritual focus and lead him back to a place of happiness and fulfillment.
Angel Number
The number 15 can be very fortuitous, drawing in prosperity and abundance. However, it can also be a number that’s very sensitive to criticism. Harsh words from others can create a negative self-perception that can be difficult to escape. Of course, anyone can change; we all have free will. Staying positive and taking the steps necessary to improve our lives can help us get free and clear of the Ego card.
Archangel
Archangel Jophiel’s name means “beauty of God.” When our thoughts have fallen into negativity or pessimism, she can help us rise above it to regain our optimism and see our way clear to freedom. When we’ve lost our way, Jophiel reminds us just how beautiful life can be.
Her color is a dark pink, and her presence is often associated with the scent of roses.
Astrology
Astrologically, this card is Capricorn, a very responsible, practical, and competent sign that often deals with business. Because it has a deep desire to build something of importance, it can be associated with overworking and/or being very focused on making money.
