# THE WORLD The World illustrates a naked woman wrapped in a purple cloth in the center of a laurel wreath, symbolizing competition. In her hands she holds wands, like those of The Magician, symbolizing the successful integration of his manifestations into the reality of The World. The laurel wreath is tied by red ribbons that resemble the infinity symbol, showcasing the cyclical nature of The World. The woman’s legs are positioned similarly to The Hanged Man, in the symbol of a 4. The theme of four is further carried out in the four corners of the card, depicting a cherub, an eagle, a bull, and a lion, representing various influential fours, such as the four fixed signs in astrology, the four seasons, four elements, four suits in tarot. These four figures are also seen in the corners of the Wheel of Fortune. The World is a card of wholeness, completion, and integration of the lessons learned through The Fool’s journey of the Major Arcana. ## 키워드 **정방향 (Upright):** Completion, integration, achievement, mastery, travel, success, end of a cycle, closure, reflection, celebrating success **역방향 (Reversed):** Lack of closure, incomplete, failure, disappointment, stagnation, shortcuts, not ready for a new beginning ## BEGINNINGS ### 정방향 (Upright) You’ve completed something big or are close to finishing it! **실천 사항 (Action):** The World asks you to tie up loose ends so you can see this through to completion. Also . . . celebrate yourself! Pause for a moment to look back on all you’ve achieved and feel proud of yourself! ### 역방향 (Reversed) You’re not ready to move from where you are, and you are resisting something new. The reversed World can also suggest needing closure on something before you’re able to move on. **실천 사항 (Action):** Figure out the missing piece to feel whole and close out this chapter of your life. ## CAREER ### 정방향 (Upright) You’ve accomplished or are working toward a major career goal, or you have landed your dream job! The World can also suggest working in a fulfilling career. **실천 사항 (Action):** Take time to celebrate your accomplishments! Your hard work has paid off. Reward yourself and enjoy the moment. ### 역방향 (Reversed) Failure, falling short, or feeling unfulfilled with your job are, unfortunately, career hallmarks with The World reversed. **실천 사항 (Action):** Ask yourself: “What does success look and feel like for me? Have I been chasing someone else’s version of success?” ## MONEY ### 정방향 (Upright) You’ve completed a big financial goal, such as buying a car, purchasing your first home, or paying off debt! Way to go! **실천 사항 (Action):** Treat yourself to a nice little celebration dinner! ### 역방향 (Reversed) Have you hit a wall with your finances? The reversed World can suggest delays. Alternatively, you may be so close to hitting a financial goal, but can’t quite seem to get there. **실천 사항 (Action):** The World asks you to first, be grateful for what you do have, and second, not to take shortcuts to get to where you want to be faster. ## LOVE ### 정방향 (Upright) The World can represent significant life milestones, such as engagement, marriage, or pregnancy. In a relationship, The World suggests you are loved and feeling fulfilled. If single, The World suggests meeting someone soon. **실천 사항 (Action):** Celebrate where you are! If single, remember that you’re whole as you are, and you don’t need anyone else to complete you. ### 역방향 (Reversed) Your relationship may look great on paper or to those around you, but it feels like something is missing. If single, you may still seek closure from a previous relationship. **실천 사항 (Action):** If you’re feeling conflicted, it’s likely that you don’t have full closure from something that’s happened in this relationship or a previous one. Work on releasing the past so you can live fully in the present. ## FRIENDS & FAMILY ### 정방향 (Upright) The World reminds us of the cyclical nature of relationships: People come and go from our lives, and that’s okay. **실천 사항 (Action):** Use this card to begin a new chapter with a friend or close family member. Tackle a project together, or spend an afternoon chatting over an outdoor picnic. ### 역방향 (Reversed) The World reversed can indicate a “friendship breakup” or letting someone slip away for a while. **실천 사항 (Action):** Do what you need to do to be the best version of yourself. ## HEALTH ### 정방향 (Upright) A card of success, The World suggests overcoming illness or injury. **실천 사항 (Action):** Continue taking positive steps toward better health. Have faith that things are on their way to improving. ### 역방향 (Reversed) A change is needed in your approach to an aspect of your physical, mental, or spiritual health. **실천 사항 (Action):** The World reversed asks you to break the negative cycle you’ve been putting yourself through and start anew. ## HIGHER GUIDANCE ### 정방향 (Upright) You’re being guided to take a moment to pause and reflect on all you’ve been through. This card can also suggests stepping into the next phase of your spiritual journey and personal growth. **실천 사항 (Action):** Reflect on how AMAZING you are for all that you’ve overcome. Get excited for the great things to come! ### 역방향 (Reversed) Emptiness is overshadowing your life and you’re feeling stuck and directionless. Maybe you’ve lost your spiritual connection or are stuck in a negative cycle. **실천 사항 (Action):** Start with baby steps: What are three small things that bring you joy? The smell of a new book? The feeling of sun on your skin? Work to find joy in the small things to fill your cup. ## OUTCOME ### 정방향 (Upright) The World suggests that you’ll complete or accomplish whatever it is you’re after! **실천 사항 (Action):** Keep going! You’re on the right track. The journey may be long, but you’ll get there. ### 역방향 (Reversed) Unfortunately, The World reversed suggests an unsatisfactory ending: You either won’t complete what you set out to complete or will be unfulfilled in the end. **실천 사항 (Action):** The positive thing about The World is that it’s still a circle—even in reverse. Meaning that you’ll have more chances to go after your dreams, with more knowledge under your belt next time. Chapter 1