Welcome to Sage & Sass: Where Cosmic Comedy Meets Soul Surgery

Translating the universe's sense of humor

Hey there, celestial wanderer! I'm Dea, your friendly neighborhood Tarot priestess who started reading cards before most kids master their ABCs (age 5, if you're counting – and yes, that story involves my mom, a beach, and telepathy training because apparently regular sandcastles were too mainstream).

Picture this: A Croatian girl raised on a diet of classical Greek philosophy (translating Plato while other teens were living their best MTV life), who eventually traded glamour magazines for crystal balls, and PR campaigns for prophetic visions. Plot twist: It all makes perfect sense when you realize life's just one big cosmic joke with really profound punchlines.

What You're Getting Into

Think of this Substack as your spiritual espresso shot – strong, clarifying, and occasionally bitter-sweet, but always leaving you buzzed with insight. Here's what's brewing:

• Raw Wisdom Without the Woo-Woo Wrapper: Twenty years of Tarot readings, five Croatian books, three English ones, and countless "holy shit" moments with clients have taught me that the universe's best lessons often come wrapped in cosmic irony.

• A Blend of East Meets West Meets Whatever Works: From Kabbalah to Ki energy, from shiatsu to shamanism – I've spent decades creating a spiritual smoothie that actually tastes good. I call it Ki Tarot, because sometimes the best way to honor tradition is to make it your own.

• Stories That Make the Cosmos Personal: Whether I'm sharing tales from my early days (like that time I got paid in Yugoslav dinars for my first illegal Tarot reading), or insights from my current practice, expect narratives that turn spiritual growth into an adventure worth taking.

Why You'll Love This Journey

If you've ever:

• Wondered why your spiritual awakening couldn't come with better timing and a user manual

• Felt like you're simultaneously too mystical for the mundane world and too sarcastic for the spiritual one

• Suspected that the universe has a sense of humor (and it might be laughing at you)

...then welcome home, cosmic companion. You've found your tribe.

I promise to bring you wisdom that's been tested in the trenches of real life, insights that bridge ancient wisdom with modern sass, and a perspective that honors both the sacred and the hilariously human parts of our journey.

The Fine Print (Written in Stardust)

Every week, you'll get unfiltered access to:

• Tarot insights that cut through the noise

• Practical spirituality that actually works in the real world

• Stories and lessons from two decades of helping people navigate their hero's journey

• A healthy dose of cosmic humor because enlightenment doesn't have to be so serious

Your Cosmic Call to Action

If you're ready for spirituality that doesn't take itself too seriously (but takes you very seriously), hit that subscribe button. It's free, because wisdom, like karma, works best when shared freely.

Remember: The universe might be infinite, but your time isn't. Spend it with words that make your soul smile and your mind expand.

See you in the stars (or in your inbox, whichever comes first), Dea 🌙✨

P.S. If you're wondering whether this newsletter is for you, ask your intuition. And if your intuition is currently on vacation, subscribe anyway – worst case scenario, you'll get some cosmic entertainment in your inbox.