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.
The Lovers
Upright
Love, harmony, relationships, values alignment, choices
The Lovers card represents understanding connections and meaningful relationships. The appearance of this card in a Tarot reading shows that you have a beautiful connection with a loved one. You may have found your soul mate or life partner, and the sexual energy between you both goes way beyond lust to something that is very spiritual and almost Tantric. While the Lovers card usually refers to a romantic bond, it can also represent a close friendship or family relationship where is the flow of love, respect, and compassion.
Lovers is a card of open connection and raw honesty. Showing that the man and woman are naked, they both have learned to open their hearts to one another and share their sincerest feelings by being in their most vulnerable states.
On a more personal level, the Lovers card represents getting clear about your preferences. You are figuring out your own philosophy. Having gone through the instruction of the Hierophant, you are now ready to establish your spiritual experience and decide what is and what is not essential to you. It’s time to go into the external world and make choices for yourself, also staying authentic and genuine in all your efforts.
At its core, the Lovers is about choice. The choice about who you want to be in this lifetime, how you connect with others. To make good choices, you need to be transparent about your personal beliefs and values – and stay true to them. Now, more than ever, you must prefer love. Choose the best version of yourself.
Finally, the Lovers card inspires you to unite dual forces. You can bring together two parts that are seemingly in contradiction to one another and create something that is ‘whole’ and harmonious. In every decision, there is the same amount of advantage and disadvantage, opportunity and challenge, positive and negative. When you accept these dualities, you build the union from which love flows.
Reversed
Self-love, disharmony, imbalance, misalignment of values
While The Lovers card signifies pure love and harmony, reversed, it can indicate a time when you’re not in tune with those elements around you. You may find your relationships are troublesome and communication is challenging. Does it seem as if your relationship is cold and you are just not on the same page? If so, look back to the reason you have this person in your life. If you love them, know this moment will pass and the best you can do is bring love and compassion to the situation. In some cases, you may realize that you have simply grown apart and it’s time to move on. If your relationship continues with arguments and a lack of respect for one another, then it could be time to let go and do what is best for you both.
The Lovers reversed can also indicate that the feelings within a relationship are not common. One person may be more emotionally connected than the other, and this could lead to failure later down the path. You may be hesitant to open your heart to the relationship for fear of getting hurt.
If the Lovers reversed shows up in a reading, you might face a difficult decision with significant results. Instead of making a decision based on your values, you try to avoid responsibility for your actions. Reversed Lovers urges you to think again because you can’t just get away with it and choose the path most in alignment with Highest Good – no matter how tough it might be.
Reversed Lovers may also recommend being in conflict with yourself rather than with external forces. It shows a struggle to balance your inner world. They will lead you to make better decisions next time. You may want to go back to the energy of the Hierophant card and search for the guidance and advice of a spiritual mentor.
Ten of Cups
Upright
Divine love, blissful relationships, harmony, alignment
The Ten of Cups represents emotional satisfaction and happiness, especially in your relationships and family. You have created plenty of love and happiness in your life. You share a powerful connection with your loved ones. You support one another, and together, you encourage each other to reach your greatest potential.
The Ten of Cups card is considered the ‘happy family’ card, implying that your family connections are peaceful and loving. This card may show up when you are spending more time with family, perhaps on a holiday or celebration, where you can rest and enjoy together.
In a love reading the Ten of Cups is a positive card and may symbolize either a new relationship or a commitment. You share an eternal love and you are soul mates destined to be together.
When the Ten of Cups shows up in a Tarot reading, you have a feeling of wholeness, fulfillment in your connections with others. You are experiencing a pleasant state of peace, harmony, and love where your dreams came true. Take a moment to enjoy everything you succeeded. You created a life of happiness by following your heart and trusting yourself.
The Ten of Cups inspires you to follow your heart to guide you to the possibilities aligned with your Highest Good. When something feels wonderful, do more of it; and when something doesn’t feel fit, do less of it. Allow your inner guidance to guide the way. Explore opportunities that fulfill you and align with your preferences instead of tracking the path that others require you to take.
Reversed
Disconnection, misaligned values, struggling relationships
When the reversed Ten of Cups card arrives in a Tarot reading, you are asking higher harmony in your connections. You had hoped for a beautiful, peaceful relationship, but in reality, you feel detached and disengaged from your loved person. It may feel as if something is missing, and you’re striving to talk sincerely, empathize with one another. Each time you try to connect, something goes opposite, and you end up with even more disconnected. You may have nonsensical expectations of the connection: that everything will be excellent and cheerful every minute you are together. If this resonates, then change your expectations and realize that every connection has its ups and downs. Or, you may no longer be suitable for each other, in which case you may think to leave.
The Ten of Cups invites you to seek out common spot with your loved ones and restore the relationship from there. See the other person as a being deserving your love; and fairly, see yourself as a being worthy of theirs. Love and be loved. Open the channels of contact and be ready to hold a place for one another so you can reconnect on a more profound level. Be kind, empathetic, and attentive, and endeavor harmony.
The reversed Ten of Cups can also appear when you are envisioning what a love connection indicates for you. Rather than creating connections with other people, you are concentrating your awareness inward so you can get certainty around what you want from a connection. You may look at your current relationships and review how these relationships arrange with your passions. Let go of any that no longer give you happiness, and welcome in new connections in adjustment with your Highest Good.
The reversed Ten of Cups can show an unbalance of personal preferences. You are not living by your values, nor are you being authentic to yourself. Bring your center back to what really makes you happy even if it varies from what others expect.
Finally, the reversed Ten of Cups may imply that you are ignoring your family while you proceed more material purposes such as improving your career or earning more money.
Six of Wands
Upright
Success, public recognition, progress, self-confidence
The Six of Wands shows up when you made an important discovery or accomplished a goal, and you are very confident and proud. You checked your strengths and talents to bring about a happy outcome in your efforts and made it through the chaos of the Five of Wands, minimizing your confusion and focusing on the task at hand. Yes, there were difficulties along the way, but you defeated them by focusing your energies on the target.
The Six of Wands implies that not only have you accomplished your goals, but you are also receiving public recognition for your works. You may have recently won an award from your companions for your work. It may even be just a pat on the back, but this attention is a big boost to your self-confidence.
The Six of Wands also inspires you to put yourself out there and be proud of what you achieved. Be open to accepting love from your biggest cheerleaders, who are excited by seeing you succeed.
While the Six of Wands indicates an excellent event, keep in mind that you’re not at the finish line just yet. You still have a way to go, and tests may sit on the path – but take heart knowing you have the care of those around you.
Reversed
Private achievement, personal definition of success, fall from grace, egotism
The Six of Wands reversed hints that you have reached a meaningful personal goal, but unlike the upright version, you keep it to yourself right now. You may be embarrassed by receiving public appreciation for your work, or it may be such a private accomplishment that you have no reason to share it with other people. Review with yourself though: are you avoiding sharing it because you lack courage or feel shy about being on top?
The reversed Six of Wands inspires you to create your own definition of success. If you have found yourself seeking validation, you may have stripped yourself of your self-belief. When you are clear about what victory means to you, you will do better choices that are more in association with who you really are, and increase your self-confidence.
Another meaning of the Reversed Six of Wands is that it can also carry arrogance and egotistical actions. With a boost to your confidence, you may come to think that nobody is better than you. Guide in your character and make your success all the richer.