# FIVE OF CUPS The Five of Cups evokes loss and regret. In the foreground, a cloaked figure with their back turned and face hidden in despair mourns three overturned cups in front of them. The person is so consumed with grief over their loss, that they fail to notice there are still two upright cups behind them. The two upright cups are symbolic of the silver linings and the opportunities still available should you choose to turn around and look. A river flows in the background, with a bridge and house on the other side. The figure has wandered far from home, lost in their emotions; if they can reconcile their failures and losses, they can cross the bridge and return home. ## 키워드 **정방향 (Upright):** Grief, despair, sadness, mourning, disappointment, abandonment, failure, lost opportunity, cup half-empty, regret **역방향 (Reversed):** Recovery, acceptance, moving on, healing, forgiveness, inner peace, finding the light in dark situations ## BEGINNINGS ### 정방향 (Upright) A recent situation didn’t turn out the way you’d hoped. Because of it you’re simmering in feelings of sorrow and regret. What a stew you’re cooking up! **실천 사항 (Action):** It’s time to move forward! Allowing yourself to wallow in the past won’t change anything, and you’ll only become stuck there. List five things that are amazing in your life right now and use that as motivation to move forward. ### 역방향 (Reversed) You’re coming up for air after a period of mourning or loss. The reversed Five of Cups suggests that you’re ready to heal and move forward. Way to go! **실천 사항 (Action):** Write a forgiveness letter to your past self or to another person. Burn it to symbolize freedom from those bonds. ## CAREER ### 정방향 (Upright) Unfortunately, the Five of Cups is a card of loss, so you may be experiencing the loss of a job or partnership. **실천 사항 (Action):** Ask yourself how you can take this loss and turn it into a new, and more aligned, route. ### 역방향 (Reversed) This card suggests a positive turn of events after recent job loss or disappointment. **실천 사항 (Action):** Have faith that you’re on a journey to healing and that the setback was only temporary. Your setback has only positioned you for a comeback! ## MONEY ### 정방향 (Upright) You’re focused on the negative aspects of your financial situation, and you are feeling regretful. **실천 사항 (Action):** Hey, babe! There are still upright cups behind you! Things aren’t as desolate as they may seem in your head. Get together with a financial expert and make a plan. ### 역방향 (Reversed) If times have been tough financially, the Five of Cups reversed suggests they’ll be improving soon. It’s also a reminder to embrace an attitude of gratitude when it comes to your finances. **실천 사항 (Action):** Celebrate what you have and hold space for the amazing financial opportunities you know are on the way. ## LOVE ### 정방향 (Upright) This card suggests mourning or grief within your love life, or a potential breakup in a relationship. You may also be ready to walk away from a relationship that’s no longer serving you, or you’re stuck on a past relationship. **실천 사항 (Action):** In the wise words of Ariana Grande, it’s time to adopt an attitude of “thank you, next.” Thank your past relationships for the lessons learned and release them. ### 역방향 (Reversed) This card is a sign that it’s time to move forward from past relationships. While the upright position suggests being in the midst of grief, the reversed gently guides you through grief and out the other side. **실천 사항 (Action):** Forgive, let go, and move forward. ## FRIENDS & FAMILY ### 정방향 (Upright) You’re likely mourning the loss of a close relationship. Alternatively, this card suggests refusing to let go of old wounds. **실천 사항 (Action):** You don’t have to forgive the other person, but forgive yourself. ### 역방향 (Reversed) You’re refusing to let past grievances with family or friends hold you back any longer. **실천 사항 (Action):** Talking out your emotions with a close friend can help you move through forgiveness. Find appreciation for the lessons learned—and keep doing you! ## HEALTH ### 정방향 (Upright) The Five of Cups speaks to poor mental health; anxiety, depression, stress, or grief are taking their toll. **실천 사항 (Action):** Speak to a mental health professional for guidance. Energy cleansing and meditation may also be helpful. ### 역방향 (Reversed) This card suggests you’re going through a period of self-care and healing, allowing yourself to release the past and move forward with a sunnier outlook on life. **실천 사항 (Action):** Continue to focus on your inner peace. Forgiveness rituals may be helpful. ## HIGHER GUIDANCE ### 정방향 (Upright) You’re stuck in a swamp of negative emotions—anger, sadness, grief, regret—and have given up trying to trudge your way through the muck. **실천 사항 (Action):** Your guides are sending you a lifeline here: forgiveness. Whether it’s forgiving yourself or someone else, practicing forgiveness is the only way you will get yourself back up and make it through. Consider working with full moon energy for extra cosmic support. ### 역방향 (Reversed) You’re seeing rays of sun peeking through the clouds hovering over you. It may still feel difficult to feel fully sunshine-y, but have faith that now is when your fresh start begins. **실천 사항 (Action):** You’re being guided to appreciate the lessons learned from the past, but move on from them. You’ve been through so much recently, allow yourself to find happiness. ## OUTCOME ### 정방향 (Upright) The Five of Cups suggests that, in the end, you’ll be disappointed. However, this card suggests that while the wrong things may be more obvious, there are positives to your situation that you aren’t seeing. **실천 사항 (Action):** Continually focusing on the negative or wondering about what “could” go wrong, will cause things to go wrong. Find the positive! ### 역방향 (Reversed) The path you’re on is one of healing and coming back from setbacks. **실천 사항 (Action):** Past experiences may have you concerned about the future outcome, but don’t allow that to stop you from taking risks that feel exciting and aligned.