The Hanged Man
The Hanged Man tarot card symbolizes a situation of being stuck, but with a potential solution within reach. It suggests looking at things from a different perspective or adopting a new approach to escape a deadlock. The card encourages taking a pause to reflect on alternative pathways and emphasizes that liberation or progress is possible with a shift in viewpoint.
Keywords
"I'M JUST HANGING AROUND"
The magician hangs upside down from a broomstick that got stuck in the branches at the top of the card. His legs and arms are bound by chains with huge locks, reminiscent of Houdini's tricks. In the magician's clenched hand is a barely visible glowing key, definitely fitting the locks. The overall mood of this Arcanum is that you're stuck, but a potential solution is right in front of you.
Empathy for the Ensnared
Have you ever found yourself in a situation where you felt you couldn't move in any direction? Then you will undoubtedly empathize with the poor sorcerer who has definitely found himself in similar circumstances. He is trapped, caught between time and space, and won't be moving anytime soon. And there's nothing he can do. Or is there? If you look closely, you'll notice that the magician has a key in his hands, unlocking the shackles. He needs to figure out how to get out of the awkward situation he's in. Perhaps it's time to look at things from a different angle than usual. Luckily, this isn't hard, as he's already hanging upside down.
A New Perspective
Consider this: nobody and never gets stuck forever, although there are certainly situations where this sensation arises. Appearing in a spread, The Hanged Man reminds us that if we hit a wall, we should try to go around it, rather than attempting to go through it. Perhaps it's time to stop banging your head against the wall and take a pause long enough to think of a fundamentally different approach. After all, what you have been doing so far hasn't worked. In which area of life have you hit a dead end? Try looking at the situation from a different perspective or attitude. You may do something to liberate yourself, or simply accept the fact that you're stuck, and try to find the benefit in hanging there for a while.
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