Card 43 • cups

Eight of Cups

Brief Description

Upright, this card highlights neglect, discontent, and reverie, warning that persistent attempts without real change can become a sunk cost. It acknowledges the optimism of trying again but cautions that without decisive change the cycle of dissatisfaction will continue. Reversed, the card points to inertia, uncertainty, and suffering, urging you not to remain where you are simply because it is easy. It advises against letting fear of the unknown hold you back and encourages taking steps to try rather than settling.

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Card Title

VIII OF POTIONS

Upright

Upright: ▲ Neglect, Discontent, Reverie The optimism of trying again + again is admirable, but it can also drive you to a sunk cost. Change must occur, or the cycle of dissatisfaction will continue.

Reversed

Reversed: ▼ Inertia, Uncertainty, Suffering Don't settle if you aren't happy, just because it's the path of least resistance. Don't hold yourself back for fear of the unknown; you never know unless you try.

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✍️ Deck author(s): Brenda Ho, Weird Works

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