Five of Cups
The Five of Cups signifies moments of loss, disappointment, and the need for adjustment. It reflects deep transitions and the importance of forgiving oneself and others. The card encourages releasing what no longer serves you and finding new possibilities. Reversed, it highlights new beginnings, improvements, and the need for self-compassion.
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General Meaning
One of the more melancholy cards of the Tarot, the Five of Cups often points to moments of loss and disappointment. Here, we see five cups, each representing potential abundance, but one cup is sadly overturned, marking a loss that prevents us from celebrating the four that remain standing and full. A brighter outcome rests beyond this path.
Keywords
obsession . self-pity . forgiveness . adjustment . choices
Inquiry
Is there another solution or option being presented? How can I reflect on the steps of my journey so far?
Affirmations
I surrender to the Universe and my own learning. I release what no longer serves me.
Upright Meaning
The Five of Cups reflects the deep transitions of change that emerge through uncertainty or loss, when something destabilizes your life or an inner survival mode kicks in. This takes you to your edges and may come as a result of unfulfilled expectations. Perhaps the course of your path has not turned out the way you envisioned. This disillusionment may also be caused by an inability to learn or move on from past mistakes that keep repeating in your life. Perhaps there is a deeper need for inner or outer forgiveness at this time, as you take stock of the choices you have made, with honest love and great compassion. A period of reorientation, release, and gentle healing.
Reversed Meaning
This is a card of new beginnings. As you ease into a flow of greater improvements in your life, you are ready to take the next steps to move forward with confidence and strength. You can look back on the choices you have made and reflect on the lessons you have gleaned. If you are holding on to any suppressed feelings or doubts, now may be the time to acknowledge these with self-compassion. A time for forgiveness, clearing, introspection, and Love.
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