Dragon of Renewal
Dragon of Renewal calls you to bravely address what needs healing—within yourself, your relationships, or your wider world. This card points to areas where old patterns, lingering challenges, or inherited troubles have slowed growth or clouded wellbeing. Now is the time to reflect honestly, seek out root causes, and commit to the steady work of restoration.
Renewal rarely comes easily. It asks you to face past mistakes or neglect without blame, and to welcome help and support as you clear away what no longer serves. By approaching difficulties with patience and compassion, you create space for fresh energy and new life to enter. True transformation is a process—sometimes uncomfortable, but always rewarding, as you watch decay give way to vibrant renewal.
Mindful attention and teamwork accelerate change. Sometimes the breath of renewal begins with a single honest conversation, a gentle act of kindness, or a willingness to let go of what’s been spoiled. With each small effort, the dragon’s vitality awakens hidden strength, nourishing withered roots and forgotten hopes.
This card encourages you to stay dedicated, open to feedback, and ready to embrace the work of renewal—trusting that where mindful effort persists, new growth will take hold and endure. Let the energy of transformation move through your life, restoring health, harmony, and the promise of future abundance.
Affirmation
I patiently restore and heal, welcoming transformation in myself and the world around me.
Deeper meaning
True renewal begins with honest recognition of what's broken or decayed. Restoration is a noble act - invite help, persist, and trust the process.
Finding the path
Prompts and questions to help you connect with the meaning of this card.
What longstanding problems or habits are ready to be healed?
Where can you gather support for renewal?
What pattern or tradition is ready to be transformed?
Which area of your life most needs restorative attention?
Classical intepretations
Alternative interpretations of this card.
Richard Wilhelm:
Restoration requires sincerity and patient work. The superior person confronts decay, gathers allies, and brings new vitality to stagnant situations.
James Legge:
Courageously address what is spoiled. Healing comes through self-examination, clearing obstacles and building strong foundations. What Our Customers Are Saying
- A memorable voyage across time In somewhat of a leisurely Jules Verne sequence, the tour was a memorable voyage across time. It gave us glimpses of Londinium in present day London. Our tour guide Mr Arjun, a prolific researcher and storyteller, dotted the landscape and ancient buildings with characters, events and turning points.... More reviewsIn somewhat of a leisurely Jules Verne sequence, the tour was a memorable voyage across time. It gave us glimpses of Londinium in present day London. Our tour guide Mr Arjun, a prolific researcher and storyteller, dotted the landscape and ancient buildings with characters, events and turning points. Through various artefacts, he traced the origins of the financial capital of the world, and innumerable quests for power and influence. This was a very informative and thought-provoking tour and I would highly recommend it! read less
Aditi11/03/2024Wow! Most unique tour of London Our whole family throroughly enjoyed the unique city of London tour with Arjun. We booked a private tour after our friend recommended Arjun, but we asked him for a mix of historical and mystical (bespoke tour), and he delivered! The information he shared was intriguing and interesting to both our... More reviewsOur whole family throroughly enjoyed the unique city of London tour with Arjun. We booked a private tour after our friend recommended Arjun, but we asked him for a mix of historical and mystical (bespoke tour), and he delivered! The information he shared was intriguing and interesting to both our children (11 and 15) and us adults. Arjun is a truly gifted guide and a lovely human being as well. He was very accommodating, flexible and generous with his time and knowledge! We would love to catch up h him again in London or any of the other locations he explores!
Highly recommend if you want a unique and deeper experience of London! read less Mireille Azar8/02/2025I loved all the new wonderful places Our tour with Arjun "City of dragons" was amazing. I loved all the new wonderful places Arjun showed us that I never knew about before, such as the crypt in St. Bride's church and the palindrome in St. Martin Ludgate. He also gave us a new perspective on well known... More reviewsOur tour with Arjun "City of dragons" was amazing. I loved all the new wonderful places Arjun showed us that I never knew about before, such as the crypt in St. Bride's church and the palindrome in St. Martin Ludgate. He also gave us a new perspective on well known sites as St. Pauls and the Templar Church. To sum it up, we had a wonderful time on our tour. Go and listen to Arjun, you will never see dragons the same as before. read less Rebekka10/24/2023 - Magical mystical tour of Stonehenge and Avebury! We had an absolutely unforgettable tour of Stonehenge and Avebury! Arjun was truly one of the best guides we’ve ever had—knowledgeable, engaging, and passionate from start to finish. He brought the history and mystery of both sites to life in a way that made the entire experience feel special and... More reviewsWe had an absolutely unforgettable tour of Stonehenge and Avebury! Arjun was truly one of the best guides we’ve ever had—knowledgeable, engaging, and passionate from start to finish. He brought the history and mystery of both sites to life in a way that made the entire experience feel special and personal.
He shared stories, answered every question with enthusiasm, and made sure everyone in the group felt included. We walked away not only with beautiful memories, but with a deeper appreciation for these incredible places.
If you’re considering this tour, don’t hesitate—especially if you’re lucky enough to have a guide like ours. It was a day we’ll be talking about for a long time! read less Melanie Krugel11/26/2025Well researched, interesting, adventurous ! The London Mystical Tour was the best tour I did so far :) Arjun is such a kind guide and seems to be born as an encyclopaedia cause he could tell a well researched, profound story to everything we were interested in on the way. What stuck out to me... More reviewsThe London Mystical Tour was the best tour I did so far :) Arjun is such a kind guide and seems to be born as an encyclopaedia cause he could tell a well researched, profound story to everything we were interested in on the way. What stuck out to me as well, has been his great passion and interest in the content of the tour. I enjoyed to learn the meaning and background of commonly used symbols in buildings and recognize them anywhere else in architecture and art now :)) read less Sophie4/11/2025A unique perspective on the role the dragon Arjun has an incredible understanding and unique perspective on the role the dragon has played throughout history in conjunction with the cosmos. He shows you what most would miss in plain sight which gives you a new understanding and perspective of history and yourself as a human being. I would... More reviewsArjun has an incredible understanding and unique perspective on the role the dragon has played throughout history in conjunction with the cosmos. He shows you what most would miss in plain sight which gives you a new understanding and perspective of history and yourself as a human being. I would definitely recommend this tour! read less Jacob10/24/2024 - Stepping back in time and adventuring through history Wow! Arjun didn't fail to deliver. His knowledge was extensive on esoteric City of London, I could tell a lot of research had gone into it. I felt a sense of stepping back in time and adventuring through history. What I discovered on this tour was unique and unlike any... More reviewsWow! Arjun didn't fail to deliver. His knowledge was extensive on esoteric City of London, I could tell a lot of research had gone into it. I felt a sense of stepping back in time and adventuring through history. What I discovered on this tour was unique and unlike any other tour I've been on, it went deeper. I shall be trying out his other tours next chance I get! read less Connie8/26/2024Great Tour Arjun has researched and created a walk that spans millennia and weaves an absorbing narrative of London’s complex history. The tale of shifts in power, culture, and development – he easily linking time periods, cultures and historical figures. Obviously passionate about the subject the depth of this tour will only... More reviewsArjun has researched and created a walk that spans millennia and weaves an absorbing narrative of London’s complex history. The tale of shifts in power, culture, and development – he easily linking time periods, cultures and historical figures. Obviously passionate about the subject the depth of this tour will only get better as Arjun fine tunes his fascinating chronicle. Highly recommended. read less Ronnie Reid3/22/2025Calling all seekers… A deeply thoughtful investigation into the meaning of symbols and the stories they tell about us —who we are , who we were—from antiquity to present time. Arjun is not only a wonderful storyteller but an intellectual. Fellow seekers, no matter what dragons you may have to slay, this tour... More reviewsA deeply thoughtful investigation into the meaning of symbols and the stories they tell about us —who we are , who we were—from antiquity to present time. Arjun is not only a wonderful storyteller but an intellectual. Fellow seekers, no matter what dragons you may have to slay, this tour will arm you , if not with weapons then with wonder and a sense of what binds us as humans. read less Kiley E Moran5/30/2025
- London’s History of Money, Magic, and Power Walking tour We absolutely enjoyed our tour today. Our guide was incredibly knowledgeable and, despite it being just the two of us, went out of his way to create a truly personalised experience. It offers an unconventional perspective on the origins of money, exploring the exchange of goods, the rise of interest... More reviewsWe absolutely enjoyed our tour today. Our guide was incredibly knowledgeable and, despite it being just the two of us, went out of his way to create a truly personalised experience. It offers an unconventional perspective on the origins of money, exploring the exchange of goods, the rise of interest and debt, and the beginnings of banks and the stock exchange — all intertwined with elements of magic and religion in a mysterious way. If you’re passionate about history and looking for a fresh, unconventional take on London’s past, this is the tour for you. read less Nadia Joos8/09/2025In somewhat of a leisurely Jules Verne sequence, the tour was a voyage across time. It gave us glimpses of Londinium in present day London. Our tour guide Mr Arjun, a prolific researcher and storyteller, dotted the landscape and ancient buildings with characters, events and turning points. ... More reviewsIn somewhat of a leisurely Jules Verne sequence, the tour was a voyage across time. It gave us glimpses of Londinium in present day London. Our tour guide Mr Arjun, a prolific researcher and storyteller, dotted the landscape and ancient buildings with characters, events and turning points. Through various artefacts, he traced the origins of the financial capital of the world, and innumerable quests for power and influence. This was a very informative and thought-provoking tour and I would highly recommend it! read less Aditi11/03/2024I’m happy to share that my expectations were even exceeded. I booked this tour with Arjun because I wanted to learn more about the myths and legends that London and the city of London rest on. I’m happy to share that my expectations were even exceeded. I was the only one that booked the tour on this day so Arjun... More reviewsI booked this tour with Arjun because I wanted to learn more about the myths and legends that London and the city of London rest on. I’m happy to share that my expectations were even exceeded. I was the only one that booked the tour on this day so Arjun basically took me on a private tour through all of the stations with some extra details and discussions. I highly recommend! read less Fritz1/01/1970
- Beautiful! We had an amazing time on a walking tour exploring London’s historical and mystical sites. Arjul was an exceptional guide, combining his deep knowledge with an engaging storytelling style that made the city’s past feel alive.
What stood out the most was the way Arjul encouraged us to notice the small,... More reviewsWe had an amazing time on a walking tour exploring London’s historical and mystical sites. Arjul was an exceptional guide, combining his deep knowledge with an engaging storytelling style that made the city’s past feel alive.
What stood out the most was the way Arjul encouraged us to notice the small, often overlooked details—each one holding its own story or significance. His ability to weave together history and mystery was both fascinating and inspiring.
The tour offered a perfect mix of insight and intrigue, leaving us with a newfound appreciation for London. If you’re looking for a guide who will open your eyes to the city in a completely new way, we highly recommend this tour. read less D. Bruno11/18/2024I want to come back and do this again! The Dragon Tour with Arjun was so rich, deep and truly heart and eye opening. I would do it again tomorrow! Thank you, Arjun for taking us on this journey through the City of London, through time and history and into the true nature of reality. Such an opening experience... More reviewsThe Dragon Tour with Arjun was so rich, deep and truly heart and eye opening. I would do it again tomorrow! Thank you, Arjun for taking us on this journey through the City of London, through time and history and into the true nature of reality. Such an opening experience that continues to ripple out. read less Amy9/09/2024City of London Mythology tour - very interesting This is a great tour if you’re looking for something a bit different. Full of iconography, our guide was very knowledgeable and gave us lots of interesting facts & perspectives on history & the events that makes London City what it is today. We went on a Sunday, two stops... More reviewsThis is a great tour if you’re looking for something a bit different. Full of iconography, our guide was very knowledgeable and gave us lots of interesting facts & perspectives on history & the events that makes London City what it is today. We went on a Sunday, two stops on the journey were closed but this was made up in extra time at other sites and images provided of the closed venues. Overall, very enjoyable! read less Julie4/23/2024 - One of the most lovely London experiences One of the greatest experiences in London. The tour guide Arjun is a lovely, knowledgeable and very chatty person to be on a tour with. We were five people only and had the time of our lives by getting to know many parts of London and stories you wouldn't get... More reviewsOne of the greatest experiences in London. The tour guide Arjun is a lovely, knowledgeable and very chatty person to be on a tour with. We were five people only and had the time of our lives by getting to know many parts of London and stories you wouldn't get otherwise. Arjun chatted with us on whatever came to our mind between the sights and we had such great talks about a plethora of things. If you are into mythical stuff, history, symbols, gods and mysteries besides the dragons and into finding hidden places in London, this is for you! Thanks a lot for that great experience. read less Oskar Leonard Baron10/29/2024Secret London Arjun had a unique way of explaining the stories and hidden details of the City of London, making us see familiar landmarks with a completely fresh perspective.
The tour was perfectly paced, blending fascinating history with the magical mystique of London. Arjul’s passion and depth of knowledge truly brought the city’s... More reviewsArjun had a unique way of explaining the stories and hidden details of the City of London, making us see familiar landmarks with a completely fresh perspective.
The tour was perfectly paced, blending fascinating history with the magical mystique of London. Arjul’s passion and depth of knowledge truly brought the city’s secrets to life, and he kept us captivated the entire time. read less Tiziano Rossi11/17/2024Another lens in which to view London's history I went with my family (two adults, two children age 16 and 14) and we all loved this tour. We learned lots of London history, and were also helped to see some shared ancestorial connections with other cities/countries, too. These show up in repeated shapes, forms and symbols scattered around... More reviewsI went with my family (two adults, two children age 16 and 14) and we all loved this tour. We learned lots of London history, and were also helped to see some shared ancestorial connections with other cities/countries, too. These show up in repeated shapes, forms and symbols scattered around the old City of London, most of which I'd never know to notice before. I particularly liked the pace of this tour, and that there was a lovely balance of exciting mysticism with real history. It was a mind/body/spirit exercise, with a wonderful guide who you can see loves his work. We enjoyed a peaceful, thoughtful afternoon and can recommend this tour wholeheartedly! read less Christy9/14/2024
