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.
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.
Four of Cups
Upright
Meditation, contemplation, apathy, reevaluation
When the Four of Cups shows up in a Tarot reading, new offers and opportunities are coming to you, but, you’re turning them away. Perhaps the chances do not interest you, or your cup is full (there are too much on your plate). Use your judgment to determine on what is actually important to you, and don’t be scared to reject new projects that don’t adjust with your path.
The Four of Cups can also indicate a time when you are turning your energy inside, to align to this new stage of your life. You are creating the space inside yourself so that you are ready to receive new possibilities later and give them the best chance of achieving. Use this time for inner contemplation before accepting the next ‘significant thing’.
The Four of Cups can show up when you are bored or unsatisfied with your daily life. You may feel detached, indifferent or unambitious – maybe life has become boring. The Four of Cups invites you to bring your awareness inside and find a more enthusiasm in what you do. You may have found yourself separated from your inner truth, and need to re-establish this contact so you can get a more comprehensive sense of direction. Now could be an great time to switch off from the disturbances of the external world and allow you the space to listen to your inner knowing and achieve more transparency.
The Four of Cups could also note that you have shut yourself off from new chances because you have been hurt before. You may have had a break-up or experienced disappointment in your job and now want to avoid getting in the same spot again. However, you may miss new possibilities that are an better fit for you. Indicate whether closing yourself down is the best way of action, or if it’s time to open up to the opportunities accessible to you.
Reversed
Retreat, withdrawal, checking in for alignment
The reversed Four of Cups indicates a period of withdrawal. You are leaving into your inner world so you can focus on what is essential to you. Just be mindful that you don’t shut off your loved ones or seem indifferent in their lives.
If you are feeling isolated, don’t push yourself to go out. Just ‘be’ in this place, and when you’re able, start to mix with the external world again. It’s just a temporary phase of life. Acknowledge it and gain the most of it.
At times the reversed Four of Cups hints that you feel disappointed with the world around you. Everything seems difficult, and instead of solving, you’re choosing to leave. You may avoid the difficulties of the external world believing that if you step out, the difficulties will go away.
The reversed Four of Cups might indicate you are unwilling to open your heart to someone or to show your true feelings, wishing to withdraw. Be careful of how this could affect those who are close to you and recognize their desires along with your own.