# TEMPERANCE Temperance depicts an angel that embodies both masculine and feminine energy and appearance. They represent all four elements: water (the lake), air (the third eye), earth (the square) and fire (the triangle). Large red wings evoke a flame-like imagery, demonstrating the strength and power of Temperance. The angel pours water from one cup to another, symbolizing balance, flow, and exchanging energies. They stand with one foot on land and one on water, showing that they are simultaneously grounded and in tune with their intuition, while balanced between the subconscious and material world. The blooming iris flowers connect to the goddess Iris, the link between God and humanity. The flowers and the rising sun in the background illustrate the renewal of life that comes after Death (the previous card). A winding road to a mountain range illustrates our journey through life, and the halo around the sun symbolizes a higher path, purpose, and enlightenment. ## 키워드 **정방향 (Upright):** Balance, flow, patience, inner peace, moderation, purpose, contentment, healing, enlightenment, divine connection **역방향 (Reversed):** Imbalance, indulgence, impatience, realignment, recklessness, excess, avoidance, disharmony ## BEGINNINGS ### 정방향 (Upright) You’ve been thrown off track recently, and now you’re starting to (or attempting to start to) get back into the flow of things. **실천 사항 (Action):** There may still be lingering chaos surrounding you. Temperance asks you to remain calm, cool, and collected as you move forward. ### 역방향 (Reversed) Temperance reversed can be a sign to rein things in if you’ve been going way off track in one direction. Things are feeling off and there’s a sense of imbalance hanging over your head. **실천 사항 (Action):** Come back to center and adjust. Now is a time to get into realignment, so you can move forward with more ease and flow. ## CAREER ### 정방향 (Upright) Temperance is a card of patience and faith in the long game. Now is a good time to do long-term career planning. Slow and steady wins the race! **실천 사항 (Action):** Ask yourself where you want to be in six months, one year, five years. What steps can you take now to set you on that path? ### 역방향 (Reversed) Temperance reversed says that your work-life balance is out of whack. You’re feeling stressed and are walking around with a short fuse because of it. **실천 사항 (Action):** Work to correct imbalances. It won’t do you good in the long run to be overworking if you never allow yourself to rest, or vice versa. ## MONEY ### 정방향 (Upright) A card of balance, Temperance suggests things are looking pretty peachy right now! Temperance can also be a warning to be conservative with your finances and not to overindulge in frivolous or grand purchases. **실천 사항 (Action):** Keep things moderate with your spending. ### 역방향 (Reversed) Reckless spending is no stranger to you right now. Temperance reversed is like a flashing red light, warning you to cut it out! A card of extremes, Temperance reversed can also suggest stressing yourself out over saving every little penny. **실천 사항 (Action):** Work toward finding a balance in your spending. ## LOVE ### 정방향 (Upright) Ricky and Lucy, Ross and Rachel, Kermit and Miss Piggy . . . you and your partner are opposites, but it works because you balance each other out. This card can also signify soulmates. If single, Temperance asks you to be patient in finding love. **실천 사항 (Action):** If you’re having relationship problems, patience and communication will be keys to working through them. ### 역방향 (Reversed) Imbalance within the relationship is causing stress. Does it feel like you’re always putting in energy, but your partner isn’t doing the same? **실천 사항 (Action):** Try not to revert to extremes as you work through problems. Step back, cool off, and come back and see how you can work through things. ## FRIENDS & FAMILY ### 정방향 (Upright) Temperance is a sign that things are generally going well! A card of peace, you may have to be the peacekeeper in a conflict between loved ones. **실천 사항 (Action):** Do your best to keep your middle ground and not resort to extremes when dealing with conflict resolution. ### 역방향 (Reversed) There’s too much happening here: You’ve either been exerting yourself too much socially, or you have been hiding out alone, not letting others into your world. **실천 사항 (Action):** Work toward balance. If you’ve been draining your social battery, schedule a night in alone. If you’ve been spending too much alone time, plan a meetup with a friend. ## HEALTH ### 정방향 (Upright) Moderation and balance are the keys to your health right now! **실천 사항 (Action):** Look for and address any areas you may be over- or under-doing it in terms of your health, and adjust accordingly. ### 역방향 (Reversed) Temperance reversed is warning you that something is way off- kilter in the way you’re approaching things, or your health in general. **실천 사항 (Action):** Your cards are saying, “Hey, babe, it’s time to pay attention to your health now! Time to get things in balance!” ## HIGHER GUIDANCE ### 정방향 (Upright) You’ve been all over the board lately and can’t seem to find a middle ground anywhere. Things are feeling chaotic, imbalanced, and just . . . off. You may also get restless with all the waiting you’ve been doing. **실천 사항 (Action):** Temperance guides you to slow down and find a balance. There’s no need to rush things, trusting in divine timing is everything right now. Focus on balancing your mental and physical wellness, and deepening your spiritual connection. ### 역방향 (Reversed) The “all or nothing” way you’ve been going about things, isn’t serving you. You’ve lost touch with your intuition. **실천 사항 (Action):** Getting back in touch with your intuition is key for getting back into your flow. Try to stop seeing things as black and white—get comfy with the gray in the middle. ## OUTCOME ### 정방향 (Upright) Temperance suggests a harmonious and aligned outcome! **실천 사항 (Action):** Stay in alignment and have patience as you work toward your goals. ### 역방향 (Reversed) Things probably won’t happen as quickly as you hope, and you’ll be met with obstacles along the way. **실천 사항 (Action):** Keep a cool head as you navigate conflict. Try not to let your emotions get the best of you. If you’re able to remain calm and patient, things can still turn out as you’d like.