Okay, so I’ve been diving deep into Tarot lately, and today I wanted to really understand what the 9 of Wands reversed means for feelings. I figured the best way to do this was to just do a reading for myself and see what came up.
First, I grabbed my favorite deck – the one my grandma gave me, it just feels right, you know? – and shuffled it really well. I like to take my time with this part, really focusing on the question I have in mind. Today, I was thinking generally about a, uh, situation… a relationship thing… and how the other person might be feeling.
I laid out a simple three-card spread: past, present, and future. I do it this way, it is very * guess what? The 9 of Wands reversed popped up in the “present” position. Bingo!
- Past: I got the 5 of Cups. This felt pretty accurate, like there had been some disappointment or maybe a missed opportunity.
- Present: The star of the show – 9 of Wands reversed.
- Future: The Lovers, which, well, that’s a whole other can of worms!
So, focusing on that 9 of Wands reversed, I really sat with it for a while. I didn’t just look at the picture; I closed my eyes and tried to feel it. I thought about all the keywords associated with it: feeling drained, overwhelmed, maybe even a little paranoid or defensive.
My Interpretation Process
I started by journaling. I just wrote down everything that came to mind when I thought about the card in relation to this person. Words like “hesitant,” “worn out,” and “guarded” kept coming up. It felt like they might be pulling back, not because they don’t care, but because they’re just… exhausted. Like they’ve been through a lot and are struggling to keep their walls up. This part always help me more clearly.
Then, I did a little research. I looked at a few different Tarot websites and books, just to see how other people interpreted the card. I don’t always agree with everything I read, but it helps to get different perspectives.
I found different interpretations for this card, and I made some notes and had more thoughts.
Finally, I pulled out a notebook and jotted down some possible scenarios. Could they be feeling overwhelmed by something completely unrelated to me? Are they feeling insecure about the situation? Are they just plain tired of dealing with drama?
Honestly, this whole process made me realize that the 9 of Wands reversed, when it comes to feelings, isn’t necessarily negative. It’s more about a state of being. It’s about recognizing that someone might be going through a tough time and that their actions (or inactions) might be a reflection of that, rather than a direct reflection of their feelings towards you. And, as the future card was The Lovers, I have some more thinking to do!
I keep working on this, and I will be able to share more next time!
