If you've ever held a tarot card from the Suit of Cups in your hands, you already know that these cards shimmer with the energy of water — emotion, intuition, love, and relationships.

But beneath the surface lies an even deeper truth: the Suit of Cups connects us to the alchemical principle of dissolution, inviting us to break down the rigid structures that confine our hearts and spirits.

Let’s dive in and explore the hidden depths of the Suit of Cups…

Cups as the Waters of Transformation

In alchemy, water represents the power to dissolve what no longer serves us.

Similarly, the Suit of Cups holds the key to releasing emotional blockages, melting away the hard edges of old wounds, and washing us clean so we can reconnect with the truth of who we are.

Each card asks a powerful question:

Are you ready to let go and let flow?

This suit gently reminds us that true transformation doesn’t come from control or resistance; it comes from surrendering to the tides of life.

Whether it’s the joy of the Ace of Cups spilling over or the bittersweet reflection of the Five of Cups, these cards guide us to embrace every emotional wave as an opportunity to grow.

What Dissolution Teaches Us

At its core, dissolution is about breaking apart the old to create space for something new.

Think about what happens when you dissolve sugar into water — the rigid crystals disappear, but the sweetness remains evenly distributed.

That’s the magic of the Suit of Cups.

Here’s what the Cups can teach us about dissolution:

1. Feel it to Free it: You can’t transform what you refuse to acknowledge. The Cups encourage you to honor every emotion, even the messy ones because they hold the key to your release.

2. Love as an Alchemical Force: Love isn’t just a feeling — it’s a catalyst. Whether it’s self-love, romantic, or divine love, the Suit of Cups shows how love dissolves fear and separation.

3. Intuition as Flow: Just as water flows effortlessly, intuition moves through us when we stop resisting and start trusting. The Cups remind us to let go of the need for control and allow our inner knowing to guide us.

    

Practical Ways to Work with the Suit of Cups

Here are a few ways to bring their wisdom into your everyday life:

1. Journaling Ritual: Choose a card from the Suit of Cups and ask yourself, What am I being invited to feel, release, or flow with right now? Write down whatever comes up without judgment.

2. Water Meditation: Sit near a body of water or visualize a calm stream. Imagine your emotions flowing like the water, releasing any tension or resistance.

3. Self-Reflection Exercise: Look at where you might be holding onto rigid patterns in relationships or emotions. How can you soften and dissolve those walls.

The Gift of Fluidity

The Suit of Cups invites us to live in flow — to embrace the beauty and power of our emotional and intuitive selves.

But more importantly, it challenges us to dissolve the illusions that keep us stuck, reminding us that transformation is always possible when we surrender to the wisdom of our hearts.

So next time you pull a card from the Suit of Cups, ask yourself:

What needs to dissolve so I can truly flow?

Like the waters of the Cups, the answer will lead you to profound transformation.

You’re not here to dam up your emotions or control the tides — you’re here to flow with them, trust them, and let them guide you to the deepest treasures within yourself.

Let’s align, manifest, and transform together.

Flow on, my friend!

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Welcome to Your Divine Transformation

Hi, I’m Kate Putnam!

For years, I was an Executive powerhouse in the corporate world, scaling companies from $5M to $150M and leading international marketing strategies that spanned the globe.

From Colorado’s Rocky Mountains to global boardrooms, I built a career most would envy.

But deep down, I knew there was more—something that couldn’t be found in a corner office or a title.

After years of balancing these two worlds, I finally took the leap to follow my soul’s purpose full-time. 

Now, I’m here to help you do the same.