# EIGHT OF PENTACLES The Eight of Pentacles shows an apprentice at work. He’s focused on the task at hand, and he is invested in learning his craft. The town behind him illustrates that he’s distanced himself from distractions to fully concentrate on his work. The clear sky suggests a peaceful work environment and reflects his calm demeanor. He’s committed to doing and trying his best. ## 키워드 **정방향 (Upright):** Apprenticeship, hard work, dedication, mastery, learning new skills, putting knowledge into practice **역방향 (Reversed):** Poor quality, carelessness, tedious work, lack of skills or lack of knowledge, lack of motivation, perfectionist mind-set, working on yourself ## BEGINNINGS ### 정방향 (Upright) You’re on an exciting path to learn something new or further your knowledge. The Eight of Pentacles suggests you’re focused and dedicated. **실천 사항 (Action):** Be ready to put in the time and effort it takes to improve. Sometimes it’ll mean practicing the same things over and over, and it may mean starting over from the beginning! ### 역방향 (Reversed) You’re on a journey to improve yourself and work on you right now. Think of the reversed Eight of Pentacles as Chicken Soup for the Soul, but in tarot form. **실천 사항 (Action):** Take the time you need for self-development. ## CAREER ### 정방향 (Upright) This card often signifies a new job or maybe moving into a completely new field! You might also be furthering your knowledge or skills within your field. One thing is for sure, you’re dedicated to working toward your future success! **실천 사항 (Action):** Continue developing your skills and putting forth your best effort, you determined babe! ### 역방향 (Reversed) Snooooooze. Your job is feeling the same, causing your motivation to plummet. You may also be unfocused or bored. Alternatively, you might be mega focused on making every little thing about your work perfect, which is holding you back! **실천 사항 (Action):** Are you being challenged enough at your current position? Try to find a new and creative approach. If you’re plagued by perfectionism, your new mantra is, “I take messy action.” ## MONEY ### 정방향 (Upright) Donna Summers has got you singing, “She works hard for the money!” You’re benefiting financially from your hard work—or will soon! **실천 사항 (Action):** Keep up the good work, babe! ### 역방향 (Reversed) Have there been one too many “add to cart” moments in your life lately? The reversed Eight of Pentacles suggests overspending or not being careful with your money. **실천 사항 (Action):** Fortunately, things aren’t dire! You’re still in an okay spot to learn from where you are and make more responsible choices in the future. ## LOVE ### 정방향 (Upright) You’re putting in the time to nurture your relationship and learn more about your partner. That’s great! You may also be working together to learn or do something new. If single, this card can suggest meeting a potential partner at work. **실천 사항 (Action):** Hopefully, the more you learn about your partner, the more you love them! Appreciate the little things about them. ### 역방향 (Reversed) Your relationship is feeling more like a burden than something you’re excited to pour your time and effort into. Because of this, things likely aren’t going great. If single, this card can suggest having a perfectionist vision of what a future partner needs to be. **실천 사항 (Action):** If you’re not into your relationship anymore, that’s okay—but you need to be honest with your partner and let them know. ## FRIENDS & FAMILY ### 정방향 (Upright) Things are going well and you’re building upon relationships. A friend or family member may also have recently accomplished something they worked hard for. **실천 사항 (Action):** Make an effort to get to know a friend better. Bonus points if you try a class or activity that’s new to both of you! ### 역방향 (Reversed) Those close to you may be feeling neglected by you due to your work ethic. **실천 사항 (Action):** As much as your work means to you, don’t lose sight of the important things in life! ## HEALTH ### 정방향 (Upright) You’re putting in the work, babe! Look at you go, you health god(dess). **실천 사항 (Action):** And if you haven’t been . . . this is your sign to start! ### 역방향 (Reversed) With the reversed Eight of Pentacles potentially representing a perfectionist, this card can show up when you’re going overboard in your health journey. On the flip side, it can call out laziness or a lack of motivation. You know which one it is! **실천 사항 (Action):** Take appropriate action— cool it for a bit or rev up your engine. ## HIGHER GUIDANCE ### 정방향 (Upright) Your guides are asking you to put the time and effort into developing your skills! This can also mean making a change or learning something new or taking a new path. **실천 사항 (Action):** What are ways you can improve yourself? Trust that it’s okay to invest in yourself. ### 역방향 (Reversed) Are you trying to be perfect? Psst . . . nobody’s perfect! Your guides see that you’re being hard on yourself, which is leaving you feeling unmotivated and likely not taking action toward your goals. **실천 사항 (Action):** Release the need to be perfect. Messy action is better than no action. ## OUTCOME ### 정방향 (Upright) If you’re ready and able to commit to working hard and staying focused, accomplishment and success are in your future. **실천 사항 (Action):** Put in the hard work and you’ll be rewarded. ### 역방향 (Reversed) This card reversed suggests little payoff due to lack of motivation or hard work or things not aligning. **실천 사항 (Action):** Now is a great time to regroup and assess your motivations and your “why.” How can you change your flow and approach to something that feels better to you?