Readings
Two Cards
If you are trying to make a very important decision in your life and you don’t know which path to follow, if you are really doubtful about the consequences the crossroads tarot spread will help you to find your way.
Knight Of Swords
Upright
Ambitious, action-oriented, driven to succeed, fast-thinking
The Knight of Swords is on a mission, as with other Knights in the Tarot deck – he has set his mind on something and nothing is holding him. Being a Swords card, this Knight actively uses the energy of his mind to achieve his goals.
When the Knight of Swords shows up in a Tarot reading, it is a hint that you are very motivated and ambitious. The difficulties and restrictions on the path don’t frighten you because you know where you need to go. Move forward with pure determination to get things to happen.
The Knight of Swords implies that you take action fast without planning. You succeed on high levels of enthusiasm that drive you and stimulate you to manifest your dreams.
The Knight of Swords reminds you to be confident in getting what you want. He doesn’t wait for something to happen. He is always doing the first movement and actively chasing his goals.
The bad side of the quick-acting Knight of Swords is that sometimes you act too fast and haven’t fully analyzed your decisions through. You may be careless of potential difficulties and problems or the results of your actions. You may be likely to rush things to get a job done. Or, you may track a specific purpose, thinking it is what you want, but later understand that it’s a dead-end. A little planning and arrangement can go a long distance.
The Knight of Swords also signifies your need to know life from an intellectual viewpoint. You have advanced communication abilities and can quickly form solid thoughts and ideas. You love to join with others who have related skills so that you can generate a new perspective by sharing ideas.
Reversed
Restless, unfocused, impulsive, burn-out
The reversed Knight of Swords can show up in a Tarot reading when you are bursting with energy and impulse but cannot efficiently direct and deliver it. You are getting restless and anxious because you want to make progress, but something is keeping you back. Maybe the timing isn’t right, you don’t have enough supplies, or you’re depending on someone else. You need to discover a different plan to channel this energy.
Furthermore, the reversed Knight of Swords implies that you are making reckless and spontaneous decisions. You don’t have mental discipline, and you are continually changing your mind. You need to use a singular focus; choose a plan and then work on it until it is finished.
The reversed Knight of Swords can also recommend that you should relax down; otherwise, you can be very exhausted and burned out. You want to be included in everything, but you are not accomplishing anything. Take some time off so that you can ground yourself, assemble your thoughts and focus on only your highest priorities.
Seven of Cups
Upright
Opportunities, choices, wishful thinking, illusion
The Seven of Cups card represents new possibilities, options, and at times, an illusion. When the Seven of Cups show up in a Tarot reading, you have many choices but be careful! You are prone to confusion and unrealistic goals. An opportunity with promises of more abundance may seem appealing, but as you look deeper, you may realize it is more complicated. Evaluate your opportunities and dig underneath the surface to explore what’s included with each option.
Usually, the Seven of Cups can be a hint of enthusiastic thinking and dreaming, rather than taking action to make it happen. However, if you spend most of your time dreaming but not acting, then it’s time to decide just one thing and make it happen.
The Seven of Cups may be a symbol of that you neglect to see any of those new possibilities through to the end. When you are regularly in the idea stage, you miss the chance to bring your designs to realization. Again, now is a time to concentrate on the one thing that will move you closer to your goal.
This card is calling you to move out of the dreaming phase and choose. Each option will have its pros and cons, so make sure that your choice is in alignment with your purpose – even if you feel slightly paralyzed by the opportunities accessible to you.
Reversed
Alignment, personal values, overwhelmed by choices
The reversed Seven of Cups often shows up when you encounter different choices and, instead of choosing the opportunity that may please others, you are relying on your inner guidance to tell you the best approach. You may have your own rules to help you make choices in association with your inner being.
If you find yourself with multiple choices, teach yourself first and think about what you want for a longer time. All these bright new things in front of you have a specific ‘magic’ control over you right now, and you’re losing your focus if you chase after false dreams.
The reversed Seven of Cups can suggest you are confused by choice and cannot move ahead. Reduce your alternatives and focus on what is essential to you. You don’t need to keep seeking a significant idea; you have what you need. Make your selection and move ahead with it.