The Fool
The Fool signals the start of a journey or a new cycle, embodying optimism, spontaneity, and limitless potential. Upright, it encourages stepping into the unknown with light-heartedness, play, and faith rather than meticulous planning. Reversed, it reflects hesitation, fear of failure, or resistance to beginning despite readiness. Across orientations it advises releasing the need for control, trusting life's timing, and embracing a childlike openness to experience.
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Upright Meaning
The Fool represents a person who is about to set off on a journey. They are often pictured on a high cliff, ready to step into the unknown. They make no plans, nor give thought to possible complications along the way. Always happy to be trying something different, they blindly set out where others may fear treading.
Upright Guidance
The Fool indicates the asker is about to mark a new start in life. It is the beginning of a new cycle and there is fresh energy. This card invites the asker to tap into optimism, light-heartedness and play. Life is an adventure and your potential is limitless!
Reversed Meaning
The Fool reversed indicates the asker is on the verge of a new beginning, or the launch of a long-awaited project, but feels resistant to leap forward. They may fear failure and the unknown, or worry others will perceive them as unqualified or unworthy.
Reversed Guidance
This card also tells the asker to let go of the need for control and trust the timing of their life. They are encouraged to embrace a child-like quality, perhaps through engaging in light-hearted activities and living in the moment.
Visual Description
The card displays a pale pink background framed by a thin gold border with the numeral '0' near the top. In the center is a delicate gold line-art composition: a semicircular arc, a central sun-like disc with radiating lines, small planetary rings and dotted arcs, and tiny hanging teardrop ornaments. A long vertical stem extends downward from the central motif, terminating in a series of small geometric diamond shapes. Near the bottom the words 'THE FOOL' are printed in small gold capitals.
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