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.
Four of Swords
Upright
Rest, relaxation, meditation, contemplation, recuperation
The Four of Swords suggests you take a pause before you take on the next challenge. You have arrived at the first milestone and must renew your energy before the next period begins so you are restored and ready to go. Even if you are highly motivated, take time out from your busy program to recover your energy and rejuvenate the body and the mind. Persistent stress and tension will break even the strongest of people but short periods of relaxation allow you to refresh your energy and focus.
If you have been going through hard times recently then the Four of Swords appears as a hint to take a step back and reacquire viewpoint. Take a day off, go for a walk, or spend time with your friends – whatever you need to take a rest.
In fact, the Four of Swords offers a new trial: to stay silent and still. Now is the time to strengthen up your mental health by cleaning your mind of stress. Meditate and stay in a place that creates peace and calmness for you.
In a functional sense, the Four of Swords is a sign that you need to take some time to evaluate your journey so far. Make time and space to assess what has worked properly, what has not, and what you need to improve. Delaying to evaluate after each significant challenge will support you well for achievement in the future.
Reversed
Exhaustion, burn-out, deep contemplation, stagnation
The reversed Four of Swords carries a message that you need to take time out to rest and restore your power. You may be working extended hours, giving all of your time and energy to other people, or included in a very stressful and difficult task. You are close to fatigue, and your energy resources are running low. If you do not pause and take some rest now, you may burn-out entirely, making yourself completely incapable.
The reversed Four of Swords can tell that you are very restless and trying to do all of your tasks at once. Even if your body is notifying you that you need to stop and rest, your mind may force you forward, and making you unhealthy as a result. Some ‘busy time’ is good but be mindful not to force it so far that you end up damaging your health and happiness.
The reversed Four of Swords can also signify stagnation leading to prolonged failure. For example, marriage has become empty after a long time has passed. You may need to take a pause and come back to it when the love is flowing again.
Furthermore, the reversed Four of Swords could sign that you are disappointed with the absence of flow and change in your life. This lack of change may be because of your passiveness.
Seven of Pentacles
Upright
Long-term view, sustainable results, perseverance, investment
The Seven of Pentacles hints that you recognize the importance of putting in time and effort now for longer-term goals and have a great desire to spend in sustainable outcomes. You are not seeking fast gains. You also want to be certain you are setting your concentration on the correct areas rather than misusing time and energy.
When this card shows up in a Tarot reading, see it as an encouragement to step back from the daily tasks and look at the big picture. Rejoice what you have built so far. And also check whether you are on the right path.
Furthermore, if you are planning your next steps in life, the Seven of Pentacles urges you to take a careful look and evaluate where you can best spend your resources for the best outcome.
If you have been working carefully or putting the additional energy into something important, the project is close to its finish line. You are destined to see economic or other physical awards for all of your strong work.
However, the Seven of Pentacles can also symbolize disappointment with late results. Be patient and recognize the growth you have made so far.
Reversed
Lack of long-term vision, limited success or reward
The reversed Seven of Pentacles hints your works may be wasted at this time and you are doubting whether you are spending in the right fields. You may invest some fundamental capital on things that will not be profitable. Consider where you are spending your resources and make sure you are happy with your current process and earning a profit from those expenses.
Furthermore, the reversed Seven of Pentacles implies that even though you may proceed to spend a lot of energy into a particular situation, you may not get the pays you are searching for. This card requests you to prioritize your actions correctly.
The reversed Seven of Pentacles can note that you know when to quit spending on something when you see little profit. You are skilled at recognizing when a situation is no longer giving you any power and know when to quit in and seek something else.
In a love reading, the reversed Seven of Pentacles shows you have been trying very carefully for your love relationship and spending so much time and energy, however, now you worry that you will miss all of it. You may also feel disappointed that the connection is not growing as fast as you had expected, particularly when you invest in so much effort. However, sometimes you should open your heart and pour your soul into the love that has no guarantees.
Six of Pentacles
Upright
Giving, receiving, sharing wealth, generosity, charity
The Six of Pentacles is a card of giving and accepting. Sometimes, you are on the giving side; other times, on the receiving side. It’s a continuous circle of growth, and this card is a notice that harmony can change at any time. You maybe like the rich man in this card, sharing your abundance with others. You have acquired great abundance and are now in a place to grant financial support to those in lack. Even if you are not financially rich, you give up your time, energy, love and care to people, understanding it will be honored. There may be moments when you question if you can really manage to provide generously to others – and the guidance of the Six of Pentacles is to believe that every giving you do is appreciated and will get back to you.
Furthermore, you may be on getting other people’s generosity, receiving these contributions with appreciation. This will help you to go back on your feet and to eventually pay the charitable company or person, either with your wealth or other resources. You will also need to find ways in which you can become more independent. The danger of receiving a gift is that you become reliant on it and cannot look after yourself. Be careful that you are not getting passive or noticeably hopeless as a consequence of the donation that someone else is granting you.
Finally, the Six of Pentacles is a card describing financial balance. The money is circulating in and out are stable, and you are grateful for what you have and glad to share with others in lack.
Reversed
Self-care, unpaid debts, one-sided charity
The reversed Six of Pentacles suggests you make sure you are also contributing to yourself. A little consideration will help a lot, particularly if you have been giving to others for a prolonged time. Think to buy a little present to show yourself love for everything.
The reversed Six of Pentacles can imply that you are giving to others easily and they do not return your favors. You may feel as if they are taking benefit of you in this one-way street situation. While you can’t alter the other person’s reply or make them return the favor, you can refuse to help in the future.
You may have an inclination to consume or provide more than you can afford. While open-handedness is an excellent quality, you need to guarantee that you are able to help yourself while serving others.
The reversed Six of Pentacles sometimes displays the egoistic side of kindness. Be mindful that you are not attempting to show to others that you are a generous person by giving to the poor.
In a love reading, the reversed Six of Pentacles hints that one partner is taking a lot, thus creating an imbalance in the connection. You need to be cautious that your generous character is not being taken advantage of and that you are not the one making tolerances for your lover’s profit always.