MAJOR ARCANA XIX
The Sun Meaning
The Sun
Upright
JoySuccessVitality
A bright current is here, letting you shine as yourself.
Star words: “Your smile is someone's sun”
Reversed
A little cloudyLow energy
You're just a little tired. The light is very close.
Star words: “Even on cloudy days, the sun is still there”
When The Sun appears in a Love reading
Upright
A bright, joyful current is flowing into your love life. Why not relax and fully enjoy moments of laughter and new meetings?
Reversed
A few clouds may be drifting over your love life. Instead of seeking perfection, try finding small joys in your everyday moments.
When The Sun appears in a Work reading
Upright
There is a flow where results and recognition can easily come at work. Why not share your efforts with those around you, with confidence?
Reversed
You seem tired from efforts that keep spinning in place. Why not wrap up early today and save some energy for tomorrow's you?
When The Sun appears in a Relationships reading
Upright
Your brightness is lifting the spirits of the people around you. Why not create a chance to get together casually with friends or family?
Reversed
You may be tired of acting cheerful in front of others. Try spending slow time with someone you can be at ease around.
When The Sun appears in a Yourself reading
Upright
This is a time to enjoy being just as you are. Spend some time in the sunshine, and do one thing that brightens your heart.
Reversed
Your heart's energy seems a little low right now. Why not take good care of things like sleeping well and eating something you love?
Reading it in the past, present and future positions
In a three-card reading, the same card can be understood differently depending on the position where it appears.
In the past position
UprightYou have shone as yourself and shared your joy. Your smile back then has warmed the hearts of those around you.
ReversedPerhaps there was a time you felt low and nearly lost sight of your own light. Even then, the sun within you never set.
In the present position
UprightNow is a time when your heart and body feel bright and full. The way you openly enjoy things seems to naturally draw people to you.
ReversedRight now, you seem a little tired, and your glow a bit clouded. Don't force yourself to act cheerful; take time to rest.
In the future position
UprightA time when your efforts are rewarded and you're wrapped in bright joy seems to be drawing near. The more freely you live, the more the light may spread.
ReversedBy resting, you may be heading toward a time of finding your brightness again. The light is waiting for you, very close by.
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