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.
Ten of Wands
Upright
Burden, extra responsibility, hard work, completion
The Ten of Wands signifies that you are carrying on additional responsibility, a larger workload. Even though it is pulling you down and making things harder for you, you realize it is only temporary, so you are ready to put in the hard effort now to fulfill your goal and pick the awards later.
In some cases, the Ten of Wands shows up when you are unintentionally taking on additional responsibility and finding yourself feeling burdened and burnt out. The Ten of Wands invites you to pause and observe your current lifestyle. Evaluate which tasks are more important, particularly connected to your goals.
Number Ten in Tarot deck symbolizes the completion of a cycle, and with the Ten of Wands, the end is in view! You have been forcing yourself to your limits and working very hard towards your purpose. Now, you are taking those last steps on the path to realizing your dreams.
The Ten of Wands can also note that even with the completion of your goal, some important responsibilities appear. When you reach a point of fulfillment, you become fully aware that you must now carry on with the responsibilities you have set out for yourself. The problem is, however, that these responsibilities may grow too much to sustain. The inspiration that came with the original vision disappears. Thus, it is essential to let go of or transfer some of your duties to free you up to still enjoy life.
Reversed
Doing it all, carrying the burden, delegation, release
When the Reversed Ten of Wands shows up in a Tarot reading, it is often a hint that you are attempting to do too much by yourself. In your attempt, you have found yourself fighting under the weight of it all. Share the work – you don’t have to do it alone. Otherwise, you’ll burn yourself out.
Sometimes, the reversed Ten of Wands points that you are holding on to this weight when you do not need to do so. If you are feeling pulled down by your current situation, look at ways you might ease the pressure. On the positive meaning, if you are going through a difficult time, then the reversed Ten of Wands encourages you that this time will soon pass.
You may also be actively recognizing those activities that do not bring you any advantage in your life, and you are freeing yourself from these extra responsibilities. Consider going through a purging period, removing out old clothes and exchanging old furniture, to simplify your life. You will profit from better organization and enjoy the grace that comes with such freedom.
Queen of Cups
Upright
Compassionate, caring, emotionally stable, intuitive, in flow
The Queen of Cups is caring, kind and sensitive. When you see her in a Tarot reading, you are embracing her ‘nourishing’ energy. You are listening with your heart and caring people strongly. You are empathic and can feel the needs of others by attuning into your heart, and you keep the space for others to show their emotions.
The Queen of Cups tells you are very intuitive, artistic, and in tune with the energies around. In your communications with others, you can simply know other people to get a feeling of how to interact efficiently. Other people may come to you to reveal their problems about the emotional level. They believe you and understand that you always have the right answer. You see the Divine in everyone you see.
In your creative plans and efforts, you sense your step into them, trusting your heart to guide you on the right path. You know when something is ‘wrong’, and you notice this, even if it doesn’t make logical sense. You may be in harmony with the lunar cycles, using these cycles to manifest your purposes and live your desires.
Sometimes the Queen of Cups hints that you are being asked to trust your inner voice and pay awareness to your feelings. Act with your heart, not your head. Be open to receiving intuitive messages streaming to you through your dreams or meditation.
Reversed
Inner feelings, self-care, self-love, co-dependency
When the reversed Queen of Cups appears in a Tarot reading, you need to bring your awareness inwards and focus on your emotional self. You’re amazing at taking care of other people – but now it’s time to take care of Yourself. This card implies that you are emotionally exhausted because you have been so occupied helping others, but not yourself. You may need to set clear limits with people so that they understand you love them but will not take on their emotional baggage. They are responsible for their life experiences, and they need to go on their own mission to learn.
The reversed Queen of Cups could mean you have created a co-dependent connection that is not good for either person. Review your relationships and see where you can build a healthy distance.
The reversed Queen of Cups is often a warning that your intuition is powerful right now, however, you should give yourself the time to listen.
In some cases, the reversed Queen of Cups is a signal that you are allowing your emotions to rule over you. Be mindful not to let your emotions catch your life in such a way that you are losing control and outlook. Find a quiet space to be centered and calm your soul.
Sometimes, the reversed Queen of Cups implies that you may be out of touch with your emotions or holding them deep inside. You may try to prove yourself, instead of bottling up your emotions. If you do not connect these emotional problems, they will reach a boiling limit.