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The Sun Reversed appears when you lack clarity, or when you are feeling dim.  You may get The Sun Reversed when you are having trouble shining.  You may be afraid of attention or of letting your true nature show.  You may be uncomfortable with praise and compliments.  You might be unable to shake off worry and doubt and have a good time.  Try to get at the upright quality of this card by being in the present and being proud of the divine and unique self you are.  The Sun Reversed can also mean too much of a good thing.  You may be helping others left, right and center and not taking care of your own needs.  Burnout is a big risk.  Or, you may be feeling the consequences of having a good time:  sunburn, hangover, or an empty wallet.  Let this card remind you about the value of moderation.  While the Sun upright symbolizes clarity, the reversed card can indicate delusion and fogginess.  You may be being deceived, or only getting half truths from someone.  You could be deceiving yourself by only seeing what you want to see.  This card can indicate self-centeredness, as in acting like the sun revolves around you.  Be sure to give credit where it is due and to remember that the needs and wants of others are just as important as your own.  You may be feeling good about yourself, and that’s wonderful, but beware of appearing to be a braggart or show-off.  Lastly, this card can indicate delays and setbacks due to bad weather.  Think about having a back-up plan in case of clouds and rain.  So, for today, feel good, have fun and be happy.  Think about what activities make you feel the most content and fulfilled and do that.  Maybe it’s reading a book in a sunny spot, spending time with a dear friend, creating art … it might be helpful to think back to what you loved doing as a child.  Whatever you decide to do, have a wonderful day!

The High Priestess urges you to trust your inner wisdom.  Spend time in solitude and silence.  Pay attention to your dreams.  Trust your intuition.  Notice synchronicity as you go through your days.  Look for the answers you seek within yourself.  Practice spending time in meditation so that you can hear your inner voice and tune in to your own rhythms.  What you most need to know today, you will find within yourself.  Answers will come to you if you can quiet your mind.  Seek a quiet solitary place and just listen to the voice that comes from deep inside you.

While the upright Five of Swords represents battles and disagreements, the Five of Swords Reversed indicates the time after the fighting.  You may want to make peace, but hesitate to be the first to apologize.  While you see that you were mistaken in some ways, you don’t want to take all the blame.  This time after conflict is ideal for reflecting on what happened.  You may realize you were triggered by some underlying problem.  You may see that your anger was directed at the wrong person.  Everyone involved in the conflict could benefit from an honest conversation about what happened.  You may realize that the current problem is very difficult to solve alone and seek help.  For example, two people may see a marriage counselor after repeated failed attempts to “talk it out” alone.  If you’ve been trying unsuccessfully to solve some problem in your life, this card could be advising you to reassess your “battle plan”.  For example, if you’ve tried to quit smoking “cold turkey,” only to relapse over and over, maybe you need to try a more gradual approach.  For today, watch out for the a need to win or be right.  Though “winning” may be gratifying in the moment, your ego-based stubbornness will get in your own way eventually.  It’s OK to say, “actually, you’re right,” or “I need your help.”  It’s not a sign of incompetency or weakness; it’s a sign of growth.

When the King of Wands appears reversed, it indicates that you or someone around you is having trouble with authenticity.  It could be that you are having trouble knowing what you truly want or who you want to be.  You could be doing things that don’t feel aligned with your authentic self.  Someone else may seem like a phoney to you.  You may come across someone who is a real charmer, but does not follow up on his or her promises.  You may be using authenticity as an excuse to do what you want.  You, or someone around you, may have an attitude that says, “I am who I am, and if you don’t like it, I don’t give a damn!”  Though it is important to follow our inner light, doing so with lack of consideration may be ill-advised.  The King of Wands Reversed could also be warning against risky behavior, such as gambling with your financial security or physical safety.  Ask yourself if you could survive the worst-case outcome of the risk you’re taking.  If not, a change of plans may be in order.  For today, sit down and think about your goals.  You have a very clear understanding of yourself, what you’re capable of and what you want in your future.  Use that energy to get intentional.  Not only can you set great goals today, you also have the energy to start working towards them!