Four of Cups

Evaluation · Hesitation · Conflict · Reservations

All "Four" cards carry a sense of stability—or a need for it. The Cups suit, ruled by the element of water, deals with emotions and interpersonal matters. The hand in the Four of Cups isn't blind to the cup descending from the sky—it simply fears disrupting the current balance. The hand might genuinely desire that cup, but for one reason or another, cannot bring itself to reach for it. The risk of change is daunting.

The combination of the moon and crab pincers signifies the card’s correspondence to the Moon in Cancer. The moon inside the floating cup contrasts with the grounded ones, symbolizing its “external” or unfamiliar nature. The hand in a pensive pose expresses the internal turmoil and conflicting thoughts.

Associated Sign: Moon in Cancer

UPRIGHT

Career: Content with the status quo but emotionally unsatisfied. There may be missed opportunities, a loss of enthusiasm, or a plateau in progress. Things are stable but uninspiring.
Relationship: Diminished passion, emotional indecision, or dissatisfaction with an otherwise steady connection. There could be emotional detachment or even the potential for mental infidelity.
Wealth: Financial stability is present, but ambitions remain unmet. Opportunities for financial growth exist, but fear of risk prevents action.

REVERSED

Career: A shift in energy—new ideas emerge, the slump ends, and the search for better opportunities begins. Change is on the horizon, and fresh platforms open up.
Relationship: A desire to break out of stagnation. Willingness to communicate, address issues, or even seek new romantic connections. A sense of emotional reawakening.
Wealth: Dissatisfaction sparks a search for change. New opportunities for investment or financial growth may arise—this is a good time to seize them.

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