# THE HANGED MAN The Hanged Man depicts a figure hanging upside down by one foot. The cross he hangs from is part of a tree, representing two worlds: roots in the underworld and branches that extend into the heavens. With one leg crossed behind the other and a look of serenity on his face, The Hanged Man appears to be content and at peace in his situation. His arms crossed behind his back form the shape of a triangle, associated with the number three. The numerology of this card, number 12, reduces to 1 + 2 = 3. He wears a blue tunic, symbolizing knowledge and calm, and red pants, representing the physical body and blood. These colors, which are often associated with Catholic saints, along with the halo of light around his head, evoke a religious quality. Upside down, he sees the world from a new perspective. ## 키워드 **정방향 (Upright):** Pause, new perspectives, surrender, limbo, uncertainty, disinterest, contemplation, feeling stuck, sacrifice, acceptance, peace **역방향 (Reversed):** Standstill, resistance, discontentment, missed opportunity, indecision, denial, delays, revelations, release ## BEGINNINGS ### 정방향 (Upright) The Hanged Man asks you to pause and contemplate things for a bit longer before you make your next move. Is there another perspective you haven’t yet considered? **실천 사항 (Action):** Hit the brakes and get into alignment now, before the Universe hits the brakes for you. ### 역방향 (Reversed) You may be coming out of a period of contemplation and have had a revelation. Alternatively, you may be holding off taking action on something because you don’t feel ready. **실천 사항 (Action):** Now is a time to come out of pause mode and move forward again! You may never feel 100 percent ready—you just have to take the leap. ## CAREER ### 정방향 (Upright) Things are feeling up in the air regarding your career, and you’re not sure which road to travel next. This card can also indicate jobs or projects being put on hold, or needing to make a big decision. **실천 사항 (Action):** The Hanged Man urges you to wait a bit longer before you decide. You don’t need to rush or force things. Trust in the timing of the Universe. ### 역방향 (Reversed) You’ve held out acting on something for so long that you lost an opportunity—or you will if you haven’t already, so snap out of it! The Hanged Man reversed can also be a sign that you’re feeling bored and stuck in a stagnant job. **실천 사항 (Action):** Take action! If you’re feeling uninspired at your job, try to approach things from a new perspective. ## MONEY ### 정방향 (Upright) It feels like you’re forever waiting on an opportunity to better your financial situation, and you are stuck in one place. **실천 사항 (Action):** The Hanged Man asks you to switch up your perspective. Now is a good time to step back and consider your relationship with money. ### 역방향 (Reversed) Fear of loss—or a fear of money in general—is keeping you from moving forward. There may be a big financial decision on your plate that you’re stalling on making. **실천 사항 (Action):** The Hanged Man reversed tells you that it’s time to stop waiting. Take action to move forward and better your situation. It may be wise to meet with a financial professional for guidance on next steps. ## LOVE ### 정방향 (Upright) Your relationship is slowly rolling up to a stop sign, and this card often means it’s time to pause or take a break. If single, The Hanged Man asks you to try a new approach in dating, such as going to new places to meet people or joining a new dating app. **실천 사항 (Action):** If you’re not ready for things to end yet, keep in mind that The Hanged Man is a sacrificial character: You may have to sacrifice some things to make the relationship work. ### 역방향 (Reversed) You’ve done more introspection lately, and your perspective on love or your relationship has changed. Additionally, this card can signify finally letting go of someone or the hold they had on you. **실천 사항 (Action):** Evaluate your love life from your new perspective and adjust as necessary. ## FRIENDS & FAMILY ### 정방향 (Upright) You may be feeling isolated from friends and family right now as you walk your own path. **실천 사항 (Action):** A card of sacrifice, you may have to sacrifice social time as you move forward on your own. It’s not forever— just while you figure things out. ### 역방향 (Reversed) You’ve come to a realization about a relationship, but you are procrastinating dealing with it or having important conversations. **실천 사항 (Action):** Address the situation. Come to terms with the fact that you cannot control how others respond. ## HEALTH ### 정방향 (Upright) Unfortunately, The Hanged Man tends to signify illness or poor health. It can also be a sign of burnout or feeling overly stressed. **실천 사항 (Action):** If you’re looking to improve your health, now is the time to try something new! Remember to rest when necessary. ### 역방향 (Reversed) This card can signify healing or coming out of a period of recuperation. Sunnier days are ahead. **실천 사항 (Action):** Have patience and remain positive. Surrender and have faith that the Universe works in its own time. ## HIGHER GUIDANCE ### 정방향 (Upright) Here’s a four letter word that we all have trouble with: surrender. Your guides are asking you to surrender and stop trying to control every little aspect of your life. Also . . . give yourself a break and stop being so hard on yourself! **실천 사항 (Action):** Accept the fact that some things are beyond your control. Meditation or journaling may help you find a new perspective. ### 역방향 (Reversed) Down feels like up, and up feels like down, and you feel . . . lost. If you’re feeling frustrated and at a standstill, or not sure which way to turn, your guides are asking you to pause and stop trying to force forward movement. Sometimes the Universe brings you to halt if you haven’t been listening to your intuition. **실천 사항 (Action):** Get mega clear and intentional about listening to your intuition. Let those gut feelings guide your forward. ## OUTCOME ### 정방향 (Upright) You may not see the progress you’d like—or reach the end goal at all. **실천 사항 (Action):** This is a good time to pause and reevaluate before you take further steps forward. If you’re feeling resistance somewhere, it may be a good time to switch lanes. ### 역방향 (Reversed) Eek. Defeat, stagnation, repeated mistakes . . . these are all outcomes associated with The Hanged Man reversed. **실천 사항 (Action):** Much like the upright action for this card, now is a good time to pause and reevaluate the path you’re on. Have you been letting your intuition guide you? Or fear?