The Card of the Day: The Ten of Cups (Reversed)

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The Ten of Cups represents gratitude for the magic that's weaving through your life, right at this very moment. You can't see this magic if you are on autopilot, mad, stressed, or anxious. You can only perceive it if you choose to stop feeding tension, step out of your routines, and open your eyes to the miracles at play. When you open yourself to this magic, great things begin to happen in your life. This shimmering magic is darting about everywhere, but you may have to adjust your perspective to see it.

Do "problems" seem to suck all the oxygen out of your day? Do you know you "have it good," but just can't seem to see it, feel it, or sense it? Is there stress, anger, or tension living in your heart?

The family on the card is like any other. They have problems to solve, work to do, kids to raise, and routines that govern their day. And yet, they are doing something that many of us don't do enough. They are soaking in the magic at play in their lives, in the present. The home that the family shares is in the distance, nestled in a thicket of trees on the hilltop. It is where they spend most of their time. In the house, love prevails... but there is also bickering, disagreements, and squabbles between the children that need to be broken up.

Being in the house, it is difficult for the family to actually see the house. So, the husband took his wife and kids out of their home, and up the road. The family stepped out of routines and held each other close. When the husband and wife looked back at their home, a magical thing happened. A colorful rainbow filled the sky, illuminating each of their blessings. They were alive. They had such a love for each other. This love made everything alright.

The couple raises their hands in gratitude for the abundance they have. The children are overcome as well, and dance merrily in the moment. The family now have a new perspective of the magic they don't always see. They were so close to this magic, that they were unable to see it.

Choose to see in the magic weaving through your life. To see this magic, you might need to step out of the house, and away from your routines. If you do get a glimpse of it, it might just fill your heart, and make your eyes a little misty.

When the Ten of Cups appears it’s time to open your heart to those you love most. Give them a hug and tell them how important they are. Acknowledge the love that is all around you and do something to increase it.

There is magic dancing through your life. It weaves into your spirit and connects you with everyone and everything around you. It's in the air, the water, the trees, the people you love, and in every particle of light.

Whisper a word of gratitude.... for today is completely magical!

 

When the Ten of Cups appears reversed the rainbow is at the foundation of the card. This symbolizes the importance of color in your life. Colors have a tremendous effect on our moods and influence our unconscious thoughts. If you’ve been wearing one color too long, it might be time to switch up your wardrobe. The rainbow also represents complexity and diversity, so it may be time to expose yourself to experiences that break up the status quo.

The Ten of Cups reversed suggests that you may need to bring back some magic to this moment. If you have been experiencing tunnel vision, it's time for you to stop and step out of your routine. Brighten up your home environment. Buy some flowers. Rearrange the furniture to bring in a sense of newness. De-clutter the piles you've been avoiding. Treat your environment to light and color. Ask yourself what in your space wants to feel more harmonious and beautiful. 

If you've been indoors too long, it might be time to step outside. Approach the world with wonder and openness to the magic at play. Look at how beautiful the sunlight is, and how it causes each surface in nature to glitter with its own vibrancy. Bring in beauty and color to elevate your mood and enhance your life.

*Ten of Cups (Reversed) in a Love Reading

New Relationship

The rainbow is a messenger. Communication is at the foundation of any healthy relationship. If you are at the beginning of your relationship and you are not receiving responses to your calls or messages, then this is unacceptable. Don’t waste your time on someone who leaves you guessing. A true love will leave no doubt in your mind of their desire to connect with you.

Long Term Partnership

The Ten of Cups reversed depicts the rainbow at the foundation of the card. Rainbows are symbols for messages and signify the importance of direct communication to clear up any misunderstandings. Speak clearly about what you need rather than trying to drop hints. Express your truth to your partner with compassion.

Seeking Romance

The rainbow depicted on the Ten of Cups is also the emblem of Iris, the messenger Goddess. Expect a call or message that will positively lift your mood. If you are invited to a wedding, attend it. If you are hoping to date again, then perhaps you need to send the first message. You have nothing to lose! This card can also tell you to expect a message.

*This excerpt is a sneak peek at my upcoming book “Tarot in Love: Consulting the Cards in Matters of the Heart” from Llewellyn Books and available for preorder Fall 2022!

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