Readings
Three Cards
The three card tarot spread is one of the oldest methods. You can get to the heart of your question with a simple three-card Tarot reading. In this spread, there are three different positions which can be changed by to your preference, Past – Present – Future (or Situation – Action – Outcome, Situation – Obstacle – Advice and etc.).
The meaning of the card you choose varies according to it’s position.
This opening provides a GENERAL perspective to the period you are in. Or you can evaluate the comments in the frame of your question.
Knight of Cups
Upright
Creativity, romance, charm, imagination, beauty
The Knight of Cups is the traditional romantic of the Tarot deck. He is in touch with his feelings, and he uses them masterfully to impress and attract. The Knight is loving, caring and very in touch with his sensitive side. He may be writing a passionate poem to his beloved, creating art caused by his deep feelings. His heart is fully open. He shares his love without limitation or worry; he is in love with love.
When the Knight of Cups appears in a Tarot reading, you succeed on all things beautiful. While the Page of Cups was inspired by an artistic idea, the Knight of Cups is driven by action. You have fantasized about what it is you need to build and now are moving ahead with this idea to make it a reality. It may be an art plan or something you feel ‘invited’ to do, based on your emotions, imagination. Be open to searching for your passions.
All Knights are on a purpose, and this Knight’s mission is romance, altruism, empathy, and grace. You have an image of peace and are ready to make it into existence. You are lead by your soul and want to see the love for everyone concerned.
When it comes to making choices, the Knight of Cups is ruled by his heart. When this card appears in a Tarot reading, you are making choices based on how you feel about a circumstance rather than what you think, even if others can’t understand what you are doing and why, and your inspiration leads you in everything you do.
Reversed
Overactive imagination, unrealistic, jealous, moody
When the reversed Knight of Cups shows up in a Tarot reading, a creative project is beginning, but you are not willing to work on it just yet. You may consume most of your time fantasizing up what is likely to be or how amazing it will be when it comes to achievement. While it can be improving to be in the dreamy stage for a while, the project will not come into being until you start to work.
Sometimes, the reversed Knight of Cups can symbolize that you are irritable, unhappy, and insecure. You may feel disappointed that you are not being given the chance to dream and design.
The reversed Knight of Cups can represent someone who has an overly romantic strategy to life and is separated from reality.
The Hanged Man
Upright
Pause, surrender, letting go, new perspectives
The Hanged Man explains that his position is a sacrifice that he needed to make to step forward. Sometimes you have to put everything on hold before your next step, or the Universe will do it for you (and it may not always be at the most suitable time!). The Hanged Man invites you to release the old thinking patterns that no longer serve you so you can see your world from a new perspective.
If you’re in harmony with your feelings, you’ll start to have a sense of when it’s time to make a sacrifice before things get out of hand. But if you’re out of harmony and unconscious to those intuitive signs, the Universe will probably put things on hold for you, in the form of barriers, sickness, and failures. When you sense the ‘pause’ call coming, be aware; otherwise, the Universe will turn up the volume until you can’t neglect it anymore. Surrender to the chance to pause and view it as your opportunity to re-evaluate where you are on your path.
The Hanged Man could also indicate that you are feeling restricted in your life. What is making you feel ‘stuck’ in this situation? What is blocking you from moving ahead? On one level, the Hanged Man is asking you to surrender. Instead of investing in specific results or resisting your current conditions, accept them and allow yourself to move with life.
Reversed
Delays, resistance, stalling, indecision
While upright Hanged Man encourages you to pause for a moment and see things from a different perspective, in reversed position this card can tell that you know you need to pause, but you are resisting it. Instead, you fill your days with responsibilities and distracting yourself from the real problem that needs your consideration. Your spirit is asking you to slow down, but your mind continues racing. Stop before it’s too late. So, as soon as you hear the call, clear your schedule and make the space so you can tune in.
Also, you may already be in a position where everything has been put on hold. The reversal of the Hanged Man can indicate that you’re getting blocked because other circumstances have left you on hold. While you feel resistant, you must surrender and let go of your attachments to how things should be. Be in flow with life and loosen your grip, even if it’s not as you expected it.
If your relationship is on hold, the reversed Hanged Man hints that you are happy to wait around. You realize that this relationship will progress, you cannot rush it. However, you also do not want to pause for a longer time, and you notice that there will come a time when you must decide.
The reversed Hanged Man can also signal that you are postponing a decision. You may think you’re waiting until you feel 100% ready, however, you’re probably never going to be 100% ready. So, what are you waiting for? Take the leap! Do it before the Universe does it for you.
The Devil
Upright
Shadow self, attachment, addiction, restriction, sexuality
The Devil card symbolizes your shadow side and the negative forces that hold you back from being the best version of yourself. You may be at the effect of negative obsessions, thought patterns or addictions. You have found yourself caught between the momentary pleasure. Just as the Lovers card, Devil also speaks to duality; however, you are choosing the path of immediate satisfaction with the Devil, even if it costs your long-term health. Just like you have sold your soul to the Devil!
The Devil card often arrives when you have been thinking you have no control over your dark side, and that you can never break free from the hold of negative forces. However, deep down, you know it does harm to you, and you are doing it yourself damage when you trap into these needs with lower vibration. You need to accept the hold they have on you to break free of these negative addictions.
On the positive meaning, the Devil can also present a powerful attachment between two people, such as a new love affair still in its ‘honeymoon stage’. Be careful, because, with the Devil card, this healthy attachment could also turn into a co-dependent bond if you lose touch with your intuition.
The Devil could also signify your wild side and sexuality in a love reading. Also, it can symbolize strong chemistry and sexual attraction with your partner. You may be exploring your darkest and wildest fantasies. If you can do this within a safe space, it could be a very enriching adventure. However, it can easily turn into something that may be threatening or harmful to your being, so, set clear limits ready to go.
Reversed
Releasing limiting beliefs, exploring dark thoughts, detachment
The reversed Devil card can often be shown when you are on the boundary of a breaking point. You are being invited to your greatest potential, however, you must let go of any harmful habits or restricting beliefs that may hold you back. Let go of concerns and release any limiting beliefs standing in the way of your growth. It is easier than you think.
The reversed Devil calls on you to drop things you know are dangerous to you and your personality. It could be about creating a healthy diet, using less social media, quitting drinking and smoking, spending more time in nature, or focusing more on your purposes.
The reversed Devil may also be a warning that you are hiding your darkest self from other people as a secret. You may have thoughts or fantasies that you don’t want others to know because you feel ashamed. There is also a need to admit who you are and forgive yourself for the ideas you have.
Finally, the Devil reversed encourages you to train the detachment state, a state in which you defeat your attachment to the longing for things, people or ideas, and free yourself. It doesn’t mean you don’t care for them; you free yourself from dependency.