# SIX OF SWORDS The Six of Swords shows a man rowing a boat across water to visible land ahead. Inside the boat with him, he carries six swords, a woman, and a child. The swords represent issues or problems that will be carried over with them into their new chapter: These issues may have been resolved or are inactive (illustrated by the swords being pointed down), but their wounds are still felt. The woman looks down, nervous or fearful of the future that lies ahead. The water behind them is choppy and the water ahead is still, indicating they’re leaving behind difficult times for more peaceful times ahead. The sky above is gray, implying that although they’re moving into better territory, the transition will be difficult. ## 키워드 **정방향 (Upright):** Transition, change, moving on, calmer times ahead, leaving behind, intentionally walking away, progress, carrying wounds or pain into the future **역방향 (Reversed):** Resisting change or fear of change, stuck in the past, unfinished business, delays, no progress, overwhelm, running away from your problems, changing plans, inner transformation ## BEGINNINGS ### 정방향 (Upright) You’re in a transitional phase that may still be painful and difficult. You still feel the past with you very heavily. **실천 사항 (Action):** The Six of Swords asks you to drop the baggage, babe. Let go of the past and have faith that you’re moving on to bigger and better things! ### 역방향 (Reversed) Here’s a four letter word for you: resistance. You’re resisting what the Universe is telling you to do, out of fear or reluctance. This card can also indicate going through a deep and meaningful personal transition. **실천 사항 (Action):** Do the thing! What came to mind as you read that sentence? Stop resisting—and take action. ## CAREER ### 정방향 (Upright) Stress at work is finally easing up. **실천 사항 (Action):** If that’s not the case and you’re still caught in the tension with no foreseeable way out, the Six of Swords may be an indicator that it’s time to leave the current tumultuous waters for calmer seas. ### 역방향 (Reversed) You’re feeling like you’re trapped in your current position and unable to save the ship. The reversed Six of Swords can also signify delays regarding your work or career path. **실천 사항 (Action):** Abandon ship! If you’re feeling trapped, it’s because you’re allowing yourself to remain trapped. Break free of the cycle and embrace change. ## MONEY ### 정방향 (Upright) The Six of Swords suggests overcoming financial struggle or at least being on the path to that. Things may still be rocky for a bit, but you’re headed in the right direction. **실천 사항 (Action):** Keep track of your finances and make responsible decisions, and you should be okay. ### 역방향 (Reversed) Okay, your financial situation isn’t looking great, but you’re not doing yourself any favors by continuing to bury your head in the sand day after day. **실천 사항 (Action):** A card of resistance, the reversed Six of Swords asks you to stop resisting, stop letting fear run the show, and face things head on. They’re fixable if you address them. ## LOVE ### 정방향 (Upright) Has your boat ride come to an end? The Six of Swords can suggest breakups and walking away from the relationship. Alternatively, if things have been tough, you may be weathering the storm together. If single, past relationship baggage is dragging you down. **실천 사항 (Action):** Some things are best left in the past. Choose if you will leave the issues and focus on healing, or leave the entire relationship and move on. ### 역방향 (Reversed) Ghosts of past relationships are haunting you, and you can’t seem to let them go. (Who has the number for the Ghostbusters??) This card can also indicate feeling trapped or stuck in your relationship or resisting change. **실천 사항 (Action):** Moving on is a choice, and it’s one you must choose to make. Remember, you’re not stuck. You have the power to turn the boat around and row to new waters—and away from the ghosts! ## FRIENDS & FAMILY ### 정방향 (Upright) You may have outgrown a close relationship and are having difficulty severing ties. **실천 사항 (Action):** Distance is needed right now. It’s okay to outgrow friendships. In this case, the past is best left there. ### 역방향 (Reversed) Are you running away from an issue you know you need to deal with regarding a loved one? The Six of Swords reversed suggests, yes. This card can also indicate continuing to let yourself be influenced by others who are holding you back. **실천 사항 (Action):** Have tough conversations. And remember that holding onto people who want to hold you back, isn’t a good thing. ## HEALTH ### 정방향 (Upright) Generally a positive sign if you’re in ill health, the Six of Swords suggests that you’re on the path to recovery and are leaving choppy waters behind. Regarding mental health, you’re working on improving, but there’s still baggage that’s set up camp in your thoughts. **실천 사항 (Action):** Getting your head clear will help progress mental wellbeing. Meditation and energy work may be helpful right now! ### 역방향 (Reversed) The reversed Six of Swords can indicate delays in healing, or a resistance to trying something new. You also may want to improve your health, but keep falling back into unhealthy patterns, or you are in denial that something needs to change. **실천 사항 (Action):** Self-sabotage is likely at play here! Allow yourself to try something new and show up for its success. ## HIGHER GUIDANCE ### 정방향 (Upright) You’re in a transitional period, but rather than feeling butterflies excitement, a pit of sadness is balled up in your stomach. It’s okay to be sad as we transition and change and leave things behind! **실천 사항 (Action):** Look to the future. Find excitement and motivation there. Know that the journey may be difficult, but it’s necessary for you and will be worth it in the end. ### 역방향 (Reversed) Major inner work is happening for you right now—and it’s not all rainbows and butterflies. You’re likely feeling resistance and struggle! Delays and feelings of being stuck can accompany you right now. **실천 사항 (Action):** You have to practice some surrender here: Remember why you started this journey. Don’t let yourself self-sabotage your way out of things; you’re worth more than that. ## OUTCOME ### 정방향 (Upright) The Six of Swords suggests a positive outcome, but one that will likely come at a cost or feel painful along the way. **실천 사항 (Action):** Remember that when things get tough, at its core, the Six of Swords is a card of overcoming. You can do this! ### 역방향 (Reversed) You will end up feeling stuck and come up against feelings of resistance. **실천 사항 (Action):** To get the outcome you desire, you will have to make changes, starting with your mind-set. Remember that you’re the one steering the boat!