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Four of Cups

Reverse:

Contemplation, Apathy, Melancholy, Indifferent, Negativity

Upright:

Acceptance, Clarity, Awareness, Choosing happiness

Four of Cups

Here in the Four of Cups we see a Pixie sitting under a tree, looking rather lost in thought. They seem to be contemplating the three cups that are in front of them. They are in such a meditative state, they don't even notice the other Pixie offering them a new cup. This card represents our tendency to take things and others for granted. We sometimes don't realize just how blessed we are. During times when we seek answers, we can fixate so heavily in one area, we often don't see that the answer was actually right next to us.
At this time, you may be feeling unmotivated or that perhaps there is no solution to what's been troubling you. It feels as if nothing makes you happy anymore - nothing seems to matter.
It's possible that the solution you seek is not that far away, like the other Pixie offering the fourth cup, you may just not see it.

Card in Reverse:

The Four of Cups in reverse suggests that - instead of not paying attention to the opportunities around you - you actually are more aware of what's being offered to you by the universe. You understand that life isn't perfect, there will always be ups and downs. Trying to navigate through life and find balance in the unbalanced is some how beautiful, and it feels more like an adventure rather than a struggle.
Now is a time to embrace new ideas, because you never know where it might lead you. Take pride in knowing that many people around you have their eyes closed or their heads turned to change, but you welcome it.

Love

Career

Upright:

Reverse:

Upright:

Reverse:

Bored with work, Lack of progress

Bored in love, Lack of excitement

More interest in love, New understanding of love

New ideas in career, New motivation

Upright: If you are currently single, you may be feeling uninspired when it comes to love. There may be a few people who have shown interest in pursuing you, but you choose to look the other way. You'll open yourself up to new opportunities when you're ready.
If you are currently in a relationship, things might be feeling rather dull right now. It's possible that you feel more like friends than lovers. If you want this to improve, we can't just wait for it to happen. What can you do to spice things up?

Reversed: Things in your romantic life seem to be picking up again! If you recently experienced a break up of some kind, your suffering is now coming to an end and better times are in store for you.
Should you be single or coupled, your future seems full of promise. There is excitement to be had and new adventures to journey. Things feel brighter and refreshing. Instead of ignoring new opportunities, you're embracing them.

Upright: You may be having trouble focusing when it comes to work. Things may feel overwhelming, or just plain boring. This can affect your mood negatively. Things might feel like they're going no-where, and you're not sure what to do. Instead of trying to look for answers in seemingly obvious places, try looking inward. What is it you need to feel happy and fulfilled? What opportunities could you be missing that will help you get out of this rut?

Reversed: You may have felt like things weren't going anywhere for a while, but that's now coming to an end! The change may be faster than you expected. Perhaps you'll experience a revelation that helps you move forward in your career. Things feel clearer now and you feel new motivation within you. Suddenly many new opportunities are presenting themselves. Where they there all along?

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