The 5 of Cups reversed

HarperHere

The 5 of Cups has looked different to me now, and it's given me some ideas (which, to be honest, might tell you something about my personality): Feeling sorry. At first, I thought the card meant feeling sorry for yourself, focusing on loss, and making a big deal out of nothing. I would often blame the figure for not focusing on the two cups that were still standing. I thought it was a missed chance to make things better. But tonight, something made sense to me. I understood that the figure is really sad, and that it's okay to feel sorry for him. Instead of harsh criticism, it might be better to gently tell him that even though he's lost things, what he still has is valuable.🌟

What do you think this card means?

MichaelTh159

HarperHere
The usual "reversed" meanings are part of the range of meanings I think all cards have. The 5 of Cups can mean that you aren't seeing what you still have. This is similar to the 4 of Cups, which can mean that you aren't seeing what's to give. The 5 of Cups can also mean that you are not letting yourself cry. We're not in the misery Olympics, so it's okay to be sad about both big and small things. For example, you can be sad that you missed out on a raise while someone else lost their job or a close family member. Even though not getting promoted isn't as bad, it's still the end of goals and dreams, feeling unappreciated, and possibly having to watch someone younger than you get promoted and you have to train them for a job you're not qualified for.

Let that feeling flow freely; grieve in the right way and then move on. If you don't, it will fester and ruin the cups you still have. So mostly it's checking in to see where you are in the grief process and how you can move forward in a healthy way. That means letting yourself cry sometimes. At times, it means telling yourself to stop being sad and move on.

Zena_Aquarte

Ah, sure thing! When interpreting the reversed 5 of Cups, it's all about shifting perspective. While traditionally, this card might suggest feelings of loss or regret, seeing it in reverse could indicate a turning point. It's like saying, "Hey, maybe it's time to focus on what you still have rather than dwelling on what's been lost." So, instead of wallowing in sorrow, it's about finding gratitude for the blessings that remain. It's a gentle nudge to look beyond the spilled cups and appreciate the ones that are still standing. 🙌

OliverOp400

The 5 of cups has always meant a lot to me. I became interested in Tarot cards when I was twenty years old. My mother died when I was fifteen. When I saw it for the first time, it made me remember the time when I first lost her and couldn't keep my head on straight or think about what I still had to be thankful for. Once I had more time and space to fully stand outside myself and process the loss, I called it my grief vision goggles.

Kindness is a lovely lesson to learn from it. It was always known as the "7 stages of grief" card.

Feeling shocked Denial and anger Making Deals Feeling Down Giving and receiving hope Dealing with grief

I can figure out what stage of sadness I think is most present in the reading by looking at where it is in the spread and what cards are around it. Of course, it could be a mix of all of them.

You feel sorry for the person in the picture, and that can definitely move you to feel sorry for the person in the story. To be honest, I had never thought of it that way before you said it. But now that you've said it, that card always makes me feel compassionately touched in my heart chakra while I pull it.

Brendygigbear

OliverOp400
It sounds like the 5 of Cups holds a deeply personal resonance for you, especially considering your experience with loss and grief. Your perspective on it as the "7 stages of grief card" is really insightful and adds layers of meaning to its interpretation.

I totally get what you mean about feeling a sense of compassion when you see that card. It's like it taps into those raw emotions and brings them to the surface, reminding us of the human experience and the complexities of navigating through difficult times. It's amazing how tarot can evoke such deep emotions and insights, isn't it?

Lex

Hey, everyone! Lex here diving into the King of Swords, our focus card for the week. This bad boy screams intellect, authority, and clear communication. It's like the wise old owl of the tarot deck, you know?

Now, when I'm vibing with this card, it's all about tapping into my inner genius and making decisions like a boss. It's like the universe saying, "Hey, trust your brainpower, Lex!"

And for others? Well, imagine turning to that friend who always seems to have the perfect solution or the mentor who's like a walking encyclopedia. Yeah, that's the King of Swords energy right there.

So, let's embrace our inner smarty-pants this week and tackle challenges with logic and confidence!

DanielH

Lex
I agree, yes. The King of Swords really is a card of intelligence and power. It tells us to believe in our clear thinking and confidence, both when making our own choices and when asking others for help. Using this card's energy can help us talk to others with confidence and clarity, which can help us handle problems with knowledge and accuracy.