Page of Wands, Joie de Vivre Tarot

Having trouble enjoying new beginnings/adventures, and maybe even life in general?!

Feeling uncomfortable that life turns in a new direction?
Maybe wanting to relax and lean into the excitement of exploring and getting to know something new, but the uncertainty keeps sticking it's claws in us?
A lingering fear with its roots in the past. Past experiences known but also past experiences hidden from our conscious awareness - fears and reactions developed preverbally, or maybe even inherited or imprinted fears not even ours. 
Triggering all kinds of uncomfortable feelings and reactions in the body challenging to tackle, understand, accept and manage.
So uncomfortable and challenging that it's greatly appealing to avoid or quickly withdraw from the things, situations and persons that seems to be the cause of it.

This Page asks us to be "inventive in our approach". 
What is it we're afraid of?
Why do we feel threatened by this opportunity and invitation?

In one way or another we're presented with a great opportunity for Joy and aliveness, what's blocking us from embracing it and explore life more fully?
Why are we afraid of letting joy into our lives?
Why are we holding back?
Are we trying to please someone?
Are we afraid to scare someone off?
Are we afraid to be judged?
Are we afraid to make mistakes?
Are we thinking too much...? ;)

Deck: #JoieDeVivreTarot
Theme: "joy of living"