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Created during Ted's lunch breaks at the various animation studios over the years, literally on post-Its as roughs, now polished into an entirely original cartoon book. \"Here it is, my very first effort...I hope you enjoy it as much as I did creating it.\" -Ted\n\nI'm not a big fan of coloring books, but that's only an element of this since it's in black and white. Once I started reading the gags, well, I had to make this part of our offerings to you. 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Comprising 22 cards and a companion book, all encased in a gorgeously designed box, this deck is an exquisite art object as well as spiritual guide.\n\nInformed by the artist’s lifelong interest in psychoanalysis, dream work, and esoteric philosophy, this deck aims to help seekers reach a deeper understanding of inner life. An accompanying guidebook breaks down each card of the 22 Major Arcana, guiding the seeker through the meanings of the cards and their implication for one’s spiritual journey. At particular focus is the Alchemical journey, which invites the seeker to look inward, discover the essence of who they are, and work to manifest their truest self. 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