There’s a card in the tarot deck that practically breathes with love, beauty, and abundance—and her name is The Empress.
When Taurus season arrives and the flowers start blooming, it’s hard not to feel the presence of the Empress in our lives. This is the season of nurturing energy and slowing down to really feel the sweetness of the earth. And with Mother’s Day falling right in the middle of it? The Empress must have something to do with it.
Let’s talk about what the Empress tarot card means—and why she’s especially powerful during Taurus season and Mother’s Day.
The Empress Tarot Card Meaning
The Empress is Major Arcana card III, and she’s often depicted sitting in a lush garden, surrounded by wheat, trees, and flowing water. She’s ruled by Venus, the planet of love, beauty, and sensual pleasure—also the ruling planet of Taurus.
This card is all about creation, abundance, fertility, and divine feminine energy. She represents the part of you that nurtures and nourishes something from seed to bloom. When the Empress shows up in a tarot reading, she’s inviting you to lean into softness, to care for yourself and others, and to honor the cycles of growth.
Taurus Season: Slow Down and Savor
Taurus teaches us how to root down and enjoy the fruits of our labor. This is not the time to hustle hard and burn out. This is the time to:
- Feel the sun on your skin
- Eat something delicious and homemade
- Light a candle and actually smell it
- Tend to your space
- Hug someone just a little longer
That’s Empress energy. That’s Taurus energy. This season asks us to be present in our bodies and to take time to savor life.
Mother’s Day and the Empress Archetype
The Empress is the archetypal mother. She represents not just your literal mother, but the energy of unconditional love, support, and care.
For some, Mother’s Day is a warm, comforting day. For others, it can bring up uncomfortable memories. The Empress holds space for all of that. She teaches us that nurturing comes in many forms—and that we can mother ourselves too.
You don’t have to have children to embody this energy. Being the Empress can look like:
- Supporting your friends when they’re going through it
- Creating a safe and beautiful home
- Cooking a meal with love
- Encouraging your own growth with kindness, not criticism
So whether you’re celebrating your mom, missing her, or redefining what motherhood means to you—know that the Empress is holding your hand through it all.
Channeling the Empress in Taurus Season
If the Empress shows up in your tarot card reading during Taurus season or around Mother’s Day, it’s a big YES from the universe to nurture and rest.
If you’re interested in learning more about tarot cards and their different meanings, consider scheduling a tarot reading with an experienced Boston Tarot Card Reader like Mama Fiya. A reading can provide valuable insights and deepen your understanding of the tarot deck.
