THREE OF CUPS

Polar Bear

Meaning

overflowing happiness, feeling celebratory, copious creativity

Symbols

The polar bear plunges into the icy green depths of the sea. It swims joyfully toward three cups standing steadily on a rock ledge. The cups are containers of creative energy. The polar bear, with its remarkable agility in the water, observes the cups and anticipates receiving the gifts of fertility, success, and abundance. The polar bear symbolizes the protective mother and the ability to adapt and survive under the harshest conditions. The bear leaves a trail of bubbles that rise to the surface and break through the bar­riers to conscious thought. The energetic movements signify pros­perity and overflowing emotions.

Description

If your heart is surging with good energy, apply that positivism through creative means. Start a new project or acknowl­edge your initial triumphs by doing something special for yourself or by celebrating with friends. It is a time to share these feelings with those that you care about and to motivate people with your optimism. By nurturing others you will enhance your own good feelings, thus allowing your joy to circulate back to you.

FOUR OF CUPS

Turtle

Meaning

possible dissatisfaction born out of complacency, hes­itation, the need to rethink a situation to reinvigorate one's well-being

Symbols

The turtle's slow and methodical movements provide a great source of security and stability. But the turtle hesitates to jump into the water. It sees its reflection: a mirror into the past, free of the limitations posed by traveling on foot. The pathway to the water is treacherous. The roots are overgrown and pose obsta­cles for the reluctant turtle. It eyes a cup with desire but cannot reach it from the safety of the bank. A spiral on the tree is a re­minder that life is continuous. Adventure may await the turtle if it would just allow itself to leap into the energetic and vital element of the moving water where the cups are brimming with life.

Description

It is good to live a life founded on solid choices, yet it is important not to allow stability to develop into ennui. If we become too complacent in our current situations, we run the risk of becoming afraid of trying new things. Our relationships can grow stagnant due to the absence of stimulation, our creativity could wane for lack of input, and our sense of adventure and zest for life could languish under our self-imposed fear of change. The turtle reminds us that in order to live fulfilling emotional lives, we need to connect with our inner spirits and explore the healing pools of our fertile imagination.

FIVE OF CUPS

Alligator

Meaning

emotional upheaval, outside influences or events that can initiate conflict and disappointment, changes that can result in sadness and regret

Symbols

The alligator glides unnoticed through the stifling, moss-covered swamp. It tries to break the surface as a means of accessing the cups but feels entrapped in a pool of disillusionment and regret. It is not sure which direction it needs to pursue in order to resolve its current situation. It patiently waits until it can determine its next course of action. The rocks spill from the bank, thus penetrating the stagnant waters. The erratic tree roots break the barriers between the solidity of the earth and the viscous nature of the murky waters.

Description

Life may not always be what it seems. The alligator reminds us to look carefully at the dichotomous nature of our emotional lives and try to follow our instincts when confronting unexpected changes. As an ancient creature, it has acquired a good facility of primeval instinct and will rely on patience as a means of survival. We, too, need to exercise patience and proceed through negative situations as carefully and thoughtfully as possible. It is important not to crumble under emotional duress, which can lead to poor choices. Instead, channel the negative energy in a manner that will enable you to overcome these temporary obstacles in your life.

SIX OF CUPS

Carp

Meaning

a respite, a time of renewal and pleasure after overcom­ing a period of emotional insecurity and challenges

Symbols

The surfacing carp symbolize emotional renewal after filtering muddied waters of confusion. A golden cup spills fresh liquid into the rippling pond and rejuvenates the waters with its cleansing properties. The positioning of the other cups symbolizes the different levels of spiritual achievement and reminds us that it is important to stay connected with the various facets of our being. The fish wade in the spiritual essence of the fresh water, sig­nifying purification of the soul. The lush greenery surrounding the water represents prosperity, fertility, and a time for rejuvenation. The spirals on the stones border the fresh cascading water and are reminders of the need to purge and start fresh after encountering difficult situations.

Description

The fish are surfacing from the deep pools of our psy­che. Their emerging presence offers a reminder that it is important to look within and see those aspects of our inner being that require attention and healing. If we relegate painful emotions to the deep unconscious, they may surface in ways that are detrimen­tal to our well-being. By allowing ourselves to open up to the deep-seated emotions residing in our psyches, we can learn to channel that energy in a manner that will allow us to experience personal renewal and elevated confidence.

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