Have you ever considered the power of dreaming small? In the world of personal growth and spirituality, we’re often encouraged to chase big, bold manifestations—the dream house, the perfect partner, the career breakthrough. But what if those grand visions feel unclear or out of reach?

That’s where small dreams come in. These are the quiet, deeply personal acts of devotion that shape your inner world, bringing clarity, alignment, and a sense of fulfillment. Small dreams might look like starting a creative project just for yourself, deepening a daily spiritual practice, or intentionally making space for joy and play.

Sometimes, it’s the smallest dreams that create the biggest shifts.

This tarot reading is intended for the collective, meaning anyone drawn to it. It focuses on uncovering a small dream to begin pursuing starting on 2/28/25. The reading will reveal what is supporting your efforts as well as any obstacles that may be hindering your sacred intention, helping you bring everything into clarity.

The Small Dream: 8 of Pentacles

Your soul is yearning for the tools to navigate life as it is. Perhaps things have felt out of your control, or your emotions have been hard to manage. From a place of personal mastery, you can face life’s challenges with a grounded, mature approach. You’re being called to sharpen or acquire new skills, stay present in each moment, and consider seeking a mentor or taking courses to fill in any gaps in your abilities. This small dream of self mastery is ready to come forward and positively impact all areas of your life.

Resources You Have to Help: 3 of Wands

Close your eyes and imagine the person you want to become. Look beyond external influences and tune into that quiet inner voice that longs for the open road ahead. Pay attention to the feeling in your body of what it’s like to embody that version of yourself. It’s okay if the details aren’t clear yet — what matters most is capturing the tone, texture, or emotion of the person you want to be. The cards suggest that this feeling is available to you in the present moment. Let it guide you as you take steps toward your small dream.

Blocks to Your Dream: 7 of Cups

You may be seeing life through an emotionally charged lens, projecting feelings that cloud your sense of what’s real and true. This could be why the small dream centers around refinement and self-mastery — to bring clarity to your perception of reality. Before reacting out of emotional discomfort, take a moment to pause and ask yourself, "What is truly happening?" While the long-term solution lies in the focused work ahead, represented by the 8 of Pentacles, this quick tip will help guide you in the meantime.

Step to Release the Block: The Moon

The real work here lies in the unconscious — bringing what’s hidden in the dark into the light for reflection. When striving for self-mastery and trying to elevate your life, you’ll often encounter limitations and fears. The key during this cycle is to embrace the discomfort. It’s a gift, guiding you toward the tools that, once added to your arsenal, will make life more manageable at the very least and more enjoyable at its best.