Hello!
This seems like a peculiar card for feelings. When I observe the card, I interpret it as "The feelings haven't changed" if there was a past emotion. However, for an initial reading, I could perceive it as "withdrawing from emotions after being hurt and entering a recovery phase." The latter interpretation might apply to the first scenario as well, depending on the other cards in the spread. What are your thoughts? I still find this card to be unusual in this position. Thanks for the help!

    schwalB88
    4 of Swords as feelings... Feeling like you need a break, emotionally burnt out, and in need of some downtime. That's how I would interpret it. 🛌✨

      In a non-romance reading, this could mean feeling the need for rest and wanting a nice long siesta. The person in question needs "recovery" time, perhaps after stress or illness. The person can feel at peace — calm and serene. The 4 of Swords can depict someone who feels isolated, withdrawn, ignored, alone... that kind of stuff.

      As for romance, it's probably one of the worst cards to get. In terms of feelings, there's not much going on — they're dead, still, inactive. Their feelings are stoic, detached, apathetic, stolid, unconcerned... etc. 🌿💔

        schwalB88
        The 4 of Swords as feelings does not necessarily mean that the person in question doesn't have any feelings for you at all. It depends on the context as well. If you see each other, it could mean that for some reason, his feelings for you are tiresome or a burden for him, and that's why he needs a break.

        Getting this card for the feelings of your long-lost ex, on the other hand, is very good news. Now you know that you can freely progress with another guy. 🗡️💭

            Hi! BryanDeen
            Hmm, a great point about the non-romance reading; I haven't thought about this situation before, but it makes sense.
            In the context of romance, yes, I agree; it does look like that. However, coming from a past reading, I would see it as being the same as before.

            Thanks for the insights! 😊

              Hi! Zena_Aquarte

              Interesting perspective, so the feeling might be there, but it feels tiresome. Could it be that the person might be tired of feeling not reciprocated?

              Thanks for the help! 😊

                It could signify that you feel completely comforted and at ease with this person. There's no need to talk because you're so attuned to each other. 😌

                schwalB88
                Now your question opens up a whole new dimension on the interpretation of this card in the feelings position.

                After a break-up, when I was very tired of feeling rejected and not corresponded, guess which card was showing up for my feelings... So, the 4 of Swords may show the feelings of a person who is taking stock, close to the point of giving up but still hanging there... fed up, thinking about a strategy to cope with it, rather than experiencing a sense of total defeat which would be reflected by the 5 of Swords.
                Hope this helps... 🌟

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