My Journey Into The Lonely Woods.

[@MarilynRunkle]

I absolutely adore this set...I have it at the top of my wish list. Such powerful art work and messages. Gorgeous❤

[@the_hermits_cave]

It really is! 😍

[@pamelabatchelor9204]

I love this deck so much and tenderness is certainly the right word. I didn't know there was a book, now I ordered it too. Thanks Simon for sharing your tender heart with us

[@the_hermits_cave]

You’re welcome, lovely. Enjoy the book. It’s a beauty 😍

[@moondaisylamoreaux8791]

What a sweet, soft deck! I was thinking how it reminded me of "Where the Wild Things Are" and then you said it, lol. What an introspective yet gentle deck. Thank you for this video.

[@the_hermits_cave]

Such a gentle and comforting deck. It’s very special 🙏🏼❤️

[@Nonbasicbitch4real]

😭emotional deck .. I must have it. I feel it would be very beneficial for me to work with this. Thank you so much for sharing. ❤

[@the_hermits_cave]

You’re welcome, enjoy 😉

[@nancy-acronesintuition4614]

Simon, I am happy that you showed this very special deck. The book seems like it would also be a great asset to the solitary life. Some of the cards actually brought tears to my eyes. I believe this deck will give me great solace as I begin my solo journey in this life of mine. I have put it on my wish list. I might splurge and have my two chihuahuas gift it to me for my upcoming May birthday. Something very special to anticipate. Blessings to you my friend. Namaste 🙏

[@the_hermits_cave]

I can’t begin to tell you what a beautiful and powerful deck this has been to me. I just love it, it really gives you personal insights as well as making you feel like you’re being hugged. It’s wonderful 😍

[@madwitch9977]

this is the deck that brings so many hugs ...I wouldn't be without mine xxx

[@moonscarab]

The artwork on they deck is just beautiful! You do have a wonderful gift of describing them. I always feel like I have them in my hands when you put words to the attributes of the cards. Bravo!!! ❤

[@the_hermits_cave]

Aaw thanks my friend. I appreciate that feedback so much. Thank you for watching. 🙏🏼❤️

[@rifflinthemind.5793]

This deck, it really does speak to something vulnerable in such a sensitive way. It was tempting to get this but it was out of stock and another deck took that place for inner child stuff. You know, that smudgy edging reminds me of that quote from the velveteen rabbit about toys being made real by having their edges worn, bits falling off and being loved.

[@rifflinthemind.5793]

'Real isn't how you are made,' said the Skin Horse. 'It's a thing that happens to you. When a child loves you for a long, long time, not just to play with, but REALLY loves you, then you become Real.' 'Does it hurt?' asked the Rabbit. 'Sometimes,' said the Skin Horse, for he was always truthful. 'When you are Real you don't mind being hurt.' 'Does it happen all at once, like being wound up,' he asked, 'or bit by bit?' 'It doesn't happen all at once,' said the Skin Horse. 'You become. It takes a long time. That's why it doesn't happen often to people who break easily, or have sharp edges, or who have to be carefully kept. Generally, by the time you are Real, most of your hair has been loved off, and your eyes drop out and you get loose in the joints and very shabby. But these things don't matter at all, because once you are Real you can't be ugly, except to people who don't understand.' - The Velveteen Rabbit by Marjory Bianco.

[@the_hermits_cave]

One of my favourite books. Thanks for the reminder! 😍

[@pilargonzalez8442]

Looove this deck, it's so beautiful and tender

[@the_hermits_cave]

I agree 💯

[@Debs1r2]

This is a deck I wasn't aware of and probably wouldn't have considered. Having seen your delightful presentation, it really struck a chord with my current situation and will hopefully be in my hands soon. Thankyou! 😊

[@the_hermits_cave]

Enjoy working with the beautiful energy of this deck!

[@QueenAusetHeru]

I have this deck and the journal. I'm in love with them ❤ I really enjoy the creatures in the illustrations 😊

[@the_hermits_cave]

They’re adorable 🥰

[@lauralincoln2010]

Lovely walkthrough as always. Thank you Simon.

[@the_hermits_cave]

You’re welcome, lovely 😊

[@wendi4327]

This was such a comforting video and thoughtful walk through. I really appreciate that.

[@the_hermits_cave]

You’re welcome, thank you 🙏🏼 ❤️

[@Soulself11]

Thank you for your walk through. 🌸 Here's a tip, I've done when the boxes are larger than the cards. I will partner my cards with a Selenite Crystal that keep them in place.

[@the_hermits_cave]

Great tip!

[@ginagills8245]

My hands-down favorite oracle. I love it, it opens up and softens my heart. I have the book as well. Thanks for your lovely presentation, Simon

[@the_hermits_cave]

It has a wonderful energy!

[@elikarakasheva9212]

Great walk through! About the bleeding on the cards. I've saved a deck by using a little bit of nail polish remover on a small piece of cotton and cleaning delicately the stains. And it worked great on the hay hause mat cardstock, so I think it will be okay on the blue angel too. But you have to do it very gently & with very little nail polish remover.

[@the_hermits_cave]

I just know I’d mess that up! But thank you for the tip 😊

[@allisonsisson7731]

So grateful that you shared this deck it's not one that I would normally be drawn to but it's imagery touched something in me. I'm working through trauma and abyse and this deck just felt as if it reached out to tuck me in under a comforting and safe arm against them wow thank you so much 🙏❤️

[@the_hermits_cave]

🙏🏼❤️

[@Inkd_Raven_Tarot]

I bought this deck a short while ago and it is one of my favorite oracle decks!! I agree on your point…I wish there was an insert for the cards or make the book smaller. Hate how they move around in the box.

[@the_hermits_cave]

It makes no sense to me!

[@Inkd_Raven_Tarot]

@@the_hermits_cave Same! But, I’ll overlook it due to the beauty of the deck. Lol

[@lisaB8171]

Thanks so much! Ordering this to pair with John Bauer Tarot for some healing work

[@the_hermits_cave]

Great pairing!

[@lynnhayes5514]

Dan May has also done the Gentle Creatures Wisdom Cards, 48 cards with 68 pg guidebook by Arwen Lynch-Poe. The same sweet character types, was published 2021 by U.S. Games. The cards are not oversized, but more regular oracle size. I love them together! My life has been very solitary as well, and sometimes lonely. ❤

[@the_hermits_cave]

Oh I need to check those out! Thanks for letting me know 🙏🏻❤️

[@lynnhayes5514]

@@the_hermits_cave my pleasure! You will love them too. If you have any problem getting from. U.S. Games, let me know, I could get them for you.

[@faunarainethelunaralchemis2990]

I have seen this deck so many times and always instantly told myself NOPE not for me. But after watching this video, I'm straight off to buy it. I think it would be a wonderful deck for inner child healing. Thank you! **ugly crying** 😂

[@the_hermits_cave]

It was on my wish list for the longest time, so I understand. Enjoy 😊

[@debontheroad]

Gorgeous deck indeed! Thank you for the light and care you give to others Simon 🙏🏼🦋⭐️🧡

[@the_hermits_cave]

❤️❤️

[@noadiway]

I'm fangirling so hard. Both you and the deck. 😄 I'm actually already waiting for this deck to reach my lonely woods so this video came in perfect timing for me to have deeper contemplation time on the theme before I get the deck. I appreciate you sharing your background and aspects of your spiritual practice, always so interesting!

[@the_hermits_cave]

Oooh I’ve had a interesting introspective few days with this deck. Enjoy it when you get it 😍

[@belindachambers7585]

This has been on my wishlist for such a long time. I think I shall buy the book and oracle as my last Book Depository purchase. How sad but an appropriate farewell. Thank you Simon- may all your travels into the Lonely Wood end in Happiness, Safety and Peace 🌻🦋🐕🌈♥️🕊

[@the_hermits_cave]

That’s a nice thought 🙏🏼❤️

[@8polyglot]

Simon I just want to say I've been watching really for years now and I just appreciate your channel. It's a very calming, safe spot in the online noise. Thanks again.

[@the_hermits_cave]

Aaaw thank you, I appreciate your support 🙏🏼❤️

[@VanessaKismetSmitten]

Thank you for this video and for always sharing about yourself. Every card was moving. “The Return Of The Lost Selves” hit my heart 🥺

[@the_hermits_cave]

I see can why! You’re welcome, thank you for watching 🙏🏼❤️

[@ShadowReader]

So many good memories of "Where the Wild Things Are" was my get away from human life junk! I don't have the decks but my auntie does and she just loves it... thank you Simon for sharing this...

[@the_hermits_cave]

You’re welcome ☺️

[@SpiritofAvalon]

I loved this so much and I know it’s a bit pathetic but I cried 😭 at some of the cards in particular. Such a beautiful deck and the book to, I am going to put this on my wish list. Thank you for sharing my friend 🥰❤️

[@the_hermits_cave]

Not pathetic whatsoever! It’s a deck that touches very deeply 😍

[@SpiritofAvalon]

@@the_hermits_cave I know it will do with me which might be a good thing, I will get it for sure 🥰❤️

[@the_hermits_cave]

@@SpiritofAvalon even my comment above needed editing… is it bedtime yet! 😝

[@SpiritofAvalon]

@@the_hermits_cave 🤣 oh dear, the D word again 😆xx

[@the_hermits_cave]

@@SpiritofAvalon Noooooo!

[@thewanderingstar7656]

It’s really very deep deck that what am feeling and your thought and walkthrough is great really appreciate great to watch 💖

[@the_hermits_cave]

Thank you, lovely 😊

[@madwitch9977]

It is an absolute favourite deck, i dont have the book but I will have to rectify that.😍

[@the_hermits_cave]

It’s beautifully done! How meta…. I’m watching your latest video as I type 😍

[@marutakelers1856]

I've had this on my wl for a while. I just now learned about the companion book. I think it's the piece I've been waiting for. Thank you!

[@the_hermits_cave]

You’re welcome, enjoy 😊

[@Robert_W7]

My story is very similar to yours. Having coming out of organized religion - one of them being LDS. recently been getting back into Tarot again and looking into Buddhism from a secular point of view. Amazing update!

[@the_hermits_cave]

Thank you, good luck on your journey 🙏🏼

[@qwertyqwert2772]

omfg i need this! so majestical

[@the_hermits_cave]

Agreed 💯

[@unicornowl5239]

Is the book the same as the journal? Im confused

[@the_hermits_cave]

No very different

[@yvetteblonk4505]

To be honest, I cried 3 times during this video. This deck is so close to my heart.

[@the_hermits_cave]

It really does have that effect 🙏🏼❤️

[@rekakristo986]

I found that alcohol-based pens bleed and mess up cards but water-based felt-tip pens do not.

[@the_hermits_cave]

This was just a regular sharpie that I’ve used dozens of times 😞

[@rekakristo986]

​@@the_hermits_cave Sharpies are alcohol based, and some types of cardstock do not take it well. Try some kids' felt tip pens, they always work for me.

[@hyacinthemorrison8652]

Thank you! I've always been terrified of edging non glossy decks. This is a very helpful tip.