Four of Swords 

 

  

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The Four of Swords indicates a need for mental restoration and recovery. Quiet time will bring some peace to a busy and restless mind. Gather your thoughts and allow yourself to reassess what you're currently going through. This card often indicates a need for time out to recharge your batteries and clear your head from stress and worry.

 

The number four calls for grounding and stability. It builds strong foundations and asks for order and reason if success is to be achieved.

 

When the Four of Swords appears, it's time to retreat and spend some time in solitude. You may be feeling mentally exhausted due to illness or feeling overworked and run down. It could indicate a short stay in the hospital and a time of convalescence.  

 

You may have been under extreme pressure lately and feel desperate for some peace and quiet. This period may prove to be very useful to you. Retreat to your sanctuary where you can meditate and go within. When you unplug from the world around you, a fresh new insight may come to light. Idea's and inspirations have a chance to be discovered when you clear out all the clutter in your mind and start with a blank canvas once again.

 

The energy of this card can lead us to spiritual truths where we bridge the gap between the conscious and subconscious mind. When you put your troubles and worries aside and take a pause in life, you will be more able to re-centre yourself and get some much-needed respite. If you take a moment to prioritise your goals, reassess your values and beliefs, and spend a little tender loving care on yourself, it will ease the pressure and restore you to health.

 

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Reversed

 

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The Four of Swords reversed reminds us to be careful of overdoing it and ignoring the health warnings. We are at risk if we reach a mental burnout or breakdown. It may denote nervous exhaustion or mental instability.

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Take time out, and don't worry about putting yourself first for once!

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Reversed meanings…

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Issues: It could mean there is an issue with the card’s upright message.

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Opposite: The meaning may be the opposite of the upright message.

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Blocked: The energy may be blocked and requires action to turn it around.

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Weakened: The energy may be weaker than the upright meaning.

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Warning: It may be a warning to avoid the current path or face possible difficulties or even danger.

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Denial: It could suggest someone is in denial about the meaning of the card.

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Delay: The energy may be delayed and will manifest eventually.

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Decay: The upright meaning is diminishing and cannot be relied on.

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