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.
Two of Pentacles
Upright
Multiple priorities, time management, prioritisation, adaptability
When the Two of Pentacles card indicates that you are juggling your preferences and responsibilities. In the upright position, this card notes you are doing a good job of coordinating various priorities; but the number Two cautions you that the line between coping with these requirements and missing control is thin. You need to control your resources thoroughly so you do not lose your stability.
The Two of Pentacles often shows up when you are active, hurrying from one thing to the next, with little resting in between. You may think that you haven‘t got sufficient time. However, learn that you don’t have to be busy to complete things. Similarly, the Two of Pentacles can arrive when you are taken up in the daily tasks and losing view of the big picture.
The Two of Pentacles card encourages you to control your time and your preferences correctly. Your workload is huge right now, and to get everything completed, you need to stay concentrated. Essential time management is important to your experience to balance these different preferences. This card also suggests you pay proper attention to your overall management, including handling investments, staying on top of your responsibilities. Be mindful that you do not miss crucial meetings and other commitments.
This card calls your perception of the concept of balance. Endeavor for balance, nothing ever waits in absolute harmony. For example, maintaining your employment and household responsibilities seems excellent, but in fact, your relationships could be more high-priority one week and career the next one. So, the appearance Two of Pentacles in a Tarot reading is a notice to be tolerant and adaptable.
Reversed
Over-committed, disorganisation, reprioritisation
In a reversed position, the Two of Pentacles signals that you are overly active and striving to manage your overloaded agenda or stay on top of your checks. Others might not understand it yet, but the pressure is getting to you and you may even find yourself being anxious and upset. Observe this card’s lesson and get settled. You may need to bring the arrangement to your obligations through planning. Remove tasks that are no longer in adjustment with your purposes.
The reversed Two of Pentacles can be alerting you that you are spending in one scope of your life at the cost of others.
The reversed Two of Pentacles encourages you to reevaluate your decisions and determine where you want to apply your resources. Disturbances are plenty, and it will take your focus to stay true to your purposes. Pick the one thing you need to focus on so you can give it your complete concentration and you will reach achievement.
King of Swords
Upright
Mental clarity, intellectual power, authority, truthThe King of Swords is a card of mental power and has the determination and intelligence to accomplish all that he attempts. When this card arrives in a Tarot reading, you stand strong in your trustworthiness and express yourself with deep confidence. As a result, others pay respect to what you are speaking.
The King of Swords shows that you have clarity of consciousness and can observe the truth, so it is up to you to take the lead by giving an accurate viewpoint and making choices based on fair judgment. You are also powerful at controlling your emotions while you move upon your mental power to discover the truth. You hit right to the point and get to the core of the matter for the greatest impact. You may bother that you are not being compassionate with others. However, this coolness is what you need most now.
The King of Swords urges you to use your logic to navigate the way forward. You need to be ready to take any condition, look at it with total objectivity, and then come to a fair resolution.
The appearance of the King of Swords advises that it may be helpful to get authorized or financial aid. If you are expecting modifications or special happenings that will need an expert view, you should inquire about help before they happen. So, when they do succeed, you are able to require your claims and find a result that serves you. You may also benefit from getting an advocate or coach who can give you clever advice.
Reversed
Quiet power, inner truth, misuse of power, manipulation
The reversed King Swords signifies ‘still power’. You may not be the loudest person or the most noticeable on public stages. However, you have a lot to offer in your personal, mysterious way. Your strength and authority come from inside, from your steady belief in yourself, your deep bond to your preferences.
Sometimes the reversed King of Swords can represent an abuse of power. You may have acquired power and influence, but your ego is now managing the show. You may be using your powers to manipulate others to fulfill your special needs. Or you may be applying your superior intellect to make others appear inferior.
A reversed King of Swords can signify someone who is very smart and likes to show off by using big concepts or talking about topics that no one else understands much. This card may signify a person you dealing with or even you; although this King may be smart, he can do only evil and take advantage of others.
The reversed King of Swords can also display a lack of decisiveness and mental purity. Your thoughts are mixed and you may start to feel out of control. The King is usually a very wise man who uses his mind to make sharp decisions, but reversed, this card symbolizes that you are feeling lost. As a result, you are holding important decisions and generally not accomplishing anything because you are becoming so confused.