In the 2019 film “Us,” directed by Jordan Peele, the term “Tethered” refers to a group of doppelgängers who live in underground tunnels and mimic the actions of their counterparts on the surface. These Tethered individuals were created as part of a failed government experiment to control people by cloning them. However, the experiment was abandoned, and the Tethered were left to live a life of shadows, forced to imitate the lives of their surface counterparts without the same quality of life or autonomy.
In our lives, we may find ourselves in a similar situation, either being the Tethered who is mirroring someone else or having someone act as a Tethered, mirroring us. The Tethered represent the parts of us or others that try to emulate someone without putting in the necessary work, seeking recognition and freedom through imitation rather than genuine growth.
Past Energy (Card #1: Imitation)
In the past, whether you were the Tethered or had someone mirroring you, there was a forced imitation of actions and identity. The Tethered lived in the shadows, trying to take on the persona of those they admired without truly understanding or embodying their essence. This imitation was twisted and grotesque, lacking authenticity and genuine effort. This card represents the initial stages of trying to become someone else without putting in the necessary work or understanding.
Present Energy (Card #2: Connection)
Currently, there is a deep, supernatural connection between the Tethered and their counterparts. Whether you are the one mirroring or being mirrored, there is an attempt to siphon energy and life force from the admired individual. This connection is misguided, based on admiration and a desire to emulate without genuine understanding or capability. This card highlights the present struggle of trying to take on someone else’s essence, leading to frustration and failure.
Future Energy (Card #3: Revolt)
In the future, the Tethered may attempt to revolt against their counterparts out of frustration and failure. This revolt is a misguided bid for freedom and recognition, driven by the realization that they cannot truly become the person they admire without doing the work or having the necessary capabilities. This card represents the outcome of this struggle, emphasizing the need for genuine self-growth and understanding rather than imitation.
This channeled message is a reminder that whether you find yourself mirroring someone else or having someone mirror you, it’s essential to recognize the importance of authenticity and genuine growth. The Tethered in “Us” symbolize the parts of us that try to emulate others without putting in the necessary work, seeking recognition through imitation rather than true self-development.
As we reflect on the past energy of “Imitation,” the present struggle of “Connection,” and the potential future of “Revolt,” let us focus on cultivating our own unique essence. Embrace your journey, do the inner work, and strive for genuine self-growth. Remember, true freedom and recognition come from being authentically you.
In Light, Love and Cosmic Harmony,
Darise Darling