Six Of Cups
The Six of Cups tarot card often symbolizes nostalgia, childhood memories, and a sense of innocence. It represents moments of joy and the comfort of revis the past, encouraging you to embrace the simple pleasures in life. This card may suggest reconnecting with old friends or reflecting on past experiences that shaped who you are today. It invites you to find between your memories and the present, allowing the warmth of your past to enrich your current journey.
Upright Meaning Guide
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Keyword Meanings Upright:
Nostalgia, childhood memories, children, past influences, yearning, homesickness, reunions, innocence, playfulness, youthfulness, creativity, kindness, goodwill, simplicity, childishness, immaturity, sharing, gifts, charity, support, family, protection, childhood abuse, childhood issues
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General Meaning and Interpretation (Upright)
In a general context, the Six of Cups represents nostalgia, childhood memories, and a focus on the past. When this card appears in a Tarot spread, you may find yourself reminiscing, influenced by past events, or thinking about someone from your past.
This Minor Arcana card is also associated with children, youthfulness, and working with or caring for young people. It symbolizes innocence, playfulness, simplicity, goodwill, and sharing, while also highlighting themes of family and protection.
If you’ve been facing challenges, the Six of Cups encourages you to seek support from family and close friends. However, it may also suggest childishness or immaturity, depending on the surrounding cards. In some cases, when paired with certain cards, it can indicate childhood abuse. Additionally, for those living abroad, it may signify homesickness.
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Love & Relationships (Upright)
In a love Tarot reading, the Six of Cups can simply indicate that you and your partner are childhood sweethearts if you are in a relationship. It can signify having children if the surrounding cards are positive. However, it can also indicate that immaturity or childishness is causing problems or issues in a relationship. It can signify that your relationship is being held back because you are yearning for a past love or that a previous partner is causing arguments or influencing your relationship. If you are single, the Six of Cups can signify a past lover returning to your life, finding love in the area where you grew up, or becoming romantically involved with a childhood friend.
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Money & Career (Upright)
In a career Tarot spread, the Ace of Wands signifies good news and a surge of new energy, enthusiasm, and drive. It often indicates opportunities for a new job or career path, making it an especially welcome card for those who are job hunting. This card also represents exciting new challenges in your current role, such as a promotion, leadership position, or a creative project. It encourages innovative thinking and problem-solving, with a strong likelihood of success in endeavors started under its influence.
Financially, the Ace of Wands is a positive omen, suggesting improvements in your financial situation. This could manifest through unexpected gifts, winnings, inheritances, or successful returns on investments. It signals a time of growth and opportunity, urging you to act boldly and embrace new ventures with confidence.
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Health (Upright)
In a career reading, the Six of Cups is generally a positive sign. It represents creativity, sharing, and goodwill, making it an ideal time to engage in teamwork or creative projects. This card can also suggest a career involving young people or children.
Regarding finances, the Six of Cups may indicate giving or receiving gifts or charity, and in some cases, it can symbolize receiving an inheritance. Additionally, this card may appear when you are considering making a will or currently in the process of doing so.
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Spirituality (Upright)
In a spiritual context, the Six of Cups suggests the importance of keeping spiritual practices simple. Spirituality is an intrinsic part of who we are, but in our eagerness to connect, we sometimes overcomplicate the process. If you have been struggling to find a connection, this card encourages you to return to the basics.
Additionally, the Six of Cups can indicate a rediscovery of childhood rituals or traditions, which you may find yourself integrating into your spiritual practice.
Reversed Meaning Guide
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Keyword Meanings Reversed:
Letting go of the past, growing up, focusing on the future, maturity, leaving home, independence, resolving childhood issues, completing therapy/counseling, stolen innocence, childhood abuse, stagnation, boredom, lack of creativity, being stuck in the past, rose-tinted view of the past.
General meaning and interpretation(Reversed)​
In a general context, the Six of Cups reversed signifies letting go of the past and embracing the future. It can indicate maturity, personal growth, or leaving home to gain independence. This card may also suggest moving beyond childhood issues or shedding childish behaviors.
The Six of Cups reversed can sometimes represent childhood abuse or stolen innocence, but it can also indicate overcoming past trauma. Supporting cards in the spread can provide further clarity. If you have been undergoing counseling or therapy, this card is a positive sign that you have worked through past challenges and are now ready for a new beginning.
However, in some cases, the Six of Cups reversed may indicate being stuck in the past or viewing it through rose-tinted glasses. If this applies, the card urges you to shift your focus to the present and appreciate what you have in the here and now.
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​Love & Relationships (Reversed)
In a love Tarot spread, the Six of Cups reversed can indicate boredom or a lack of passion in a relationship. While the relationship may offer security, it could also feel stifling. This card encourages reflection on whether the relationship is fulfilling or if routine has taken over.
If you are single, the Six of Cups reversed can signify that you are ready to move forward, leaving past relationships behind to embrace new opportunities. However, it may also indicate that you are idealizing a past relationship, viewing it through rose-tinted glasses, and unfairly comparing new potential partners to an ex. To truly move forward, it’s important to recognize that your past relationship ended for a reason—holding on will not change the past, but it could prevent you from finding happiness in the present.
Additionally, this card can suggest that childhood issues or past trauma, including childhood abuse, may be impacting your ability to open up in relationships or preventing you from finding the love you deserve. Healing and self-work will be key in overcoming these emotional barriers.
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Money & Career (Reversed)
In a career context, the Six of Cups reversed suggests boredom or a lack of creative fulfillment in your current role. You may feel that your job, while secure, is stifling your creativity, leading you to consider leaving for something more inspiring and fulfilling.
This card can also indicate working with children or young people, particularly those who have experienced trauma or disadvantage. While this work can be deeply rewarding, it may also be emotionally draining, so it’s important to prioritize self-care and set healthy boundaries.
In a financial context, the Six of Cups reversed represents financial independence and maturity in managing money. For young people still living at home, this card can suggest preparing to move out and embrace independent living
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Health (Reversed)
In a health context, the Six of Cups reversed can indicate that any health issues you are experiencing may be genetic or a physical manifestation of unresolved childhood trauma or emotional wounds. Addressing past emotional struggles through therapy or self-care may help improve overall well-being.
If you are planning a family, the Six of Cups reversed can suggest fertility issues or difficulties conceiving. It may be a sign to seek medical advice or explore alternative options for expanding your family.
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Spirituality (Reversed)
In a spiritual context, the Six of Cups reversed suggests that this is a time for exploration and growth rather than clinging to the beliefs or traditions you learned in childhood. While it’s important to honor what still resonates with you, this card encourages you to embrace new perspectives and spiritual practices that align with your evolving self. Be open to expanding your beliefs and incorporating fresh ideas that inspire and fulfill you.
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