Card 53 • swords

Four of Swords

Brief Description

The IV of Swords highlights a need to pause and recuperate from mental and emotional strain. Upright, it signals burnout, internalization, and avoidance, urging you to unplug and recognize that rest is deserved. Reversed, it shows restoration, fulfillment, and a return to mindfulness, encouraging self-care, new activities, and emotional realignment. Overall, the card emphasizes prioritizing mental and emotional wellbeing and accepting the replenishment life offers.

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Card Title

IV OF SWORDS

Upright

▲ Burnout, Exhaustion, Internalization, Avoidance

Upright Interpretation

You've been pushing yourself hard, and it's taking a toll. Unplug and recharge, even if you don't feel you deserve it. You don't need to earn your rest or care.

Reversed

▼ Rest, Fulfillment, Mindfulness, Realignment

Reversed Interpretation

You're in a good spot, so make the most of it! Pick up a new hobby, practice self-care, prioritize your mental + emotional wellbeing. Life is rewarding you.

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

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