Discover how to better understand the minor arcana 6 of Swords which invites us to look better at where we are going
The wisdom behind the 6 of Swords arcana is very present in our lives and, therefore, deserves to be explored carefully. Whether it is family, romantic or even social and professional relationships, there are and always will be times when we come across the energy of this minor arcana. Who has never asked themselves: should I persist? Or should I move on? It turns out that sometimes our uncertainties should be seen as answers, because that is exactly what will give us back our attitude and motivate us to get out of our inner emptiness, hesitation and instability. Take a look at the hint of this arcana and move on!
Humans are social
As difficult as it may be, we must accept that socialization is extremely important in getting back to life, especially after a disappointment. Yes, in the face of emotional distress. Invaded by sadness, without realizing it, we left the scene. We really prefer the comfort of home, the warmth of the bed and the stimulation of films and series, but after an entire weekend spent at home trying to protect ourselves, our mind is invaded by the feeling of melancholy and nostalgia. Here’s hoping next Friday arrives early, projecting a horrible week before it even begins. And here is the first advice from the minor arcana of the tarot, the 6 of Swords: even alone or in company, never stop accessing your inner self to listen to your truths and remember your goals.
6 of Swords and its symbolism
We can see three people in the illustration of this tarot card: even though they are in the same environment, each of them finds themselves. They don’t interact, at least not during the crossing. They are silent and listen to each other intimately, but they are not alone. In the movie “Into the Wild”, we see a little of the true story of Christopher McCandless, an American boy who gave up everything he owned to search for the answers within him. Christopher graduated from a promising college but did not seek out the job market. He left behind his parents, family, friends and his girlfriend. He disappeared to find himself and, after many vicissitudes and pain, he discovered that in reality “Happiness is real only when we share“. Applying the wisdom of the 6 of Swords arcana, we can also add the warning “But be careful who you share it with.”
Reality is always a shock
For everything in our lives we need to relate to. At this precise moment, although in a timeless way, I refer to you through this article to tell you that the arcana 6 of the swords indicates that we must be more aware of the quality of our relationships. Many times we end up accepting certain types of behaviors and dynamics from other people that hurt us, due to beliefs, fear or even lack of wisdom. In other situations we also take on responsibilities that are not ours and without realizing it we begin to live to please everyone, but in the end the bill arrives.
By isolating ourselves from reality and even from who we are, we become rusty. We lack flexibility and deception. We are losing the way to relate in a healthy way, overloading our relationships by exceeding our own limits. And in the end the shock is more unpleasant than if we had dealt with the discomfort straight away. When this card comes out in a game it is a fact that a lot has already happened, many signals have already arrived and we have probably already given many flush shots.
The Minor Arcana 6 of the Swords
Although the illustration of these minor arcana of the tarot reminds us of a feeling of sadness, since when we are tired of trying to cross the waters of our feelings, we can see in the depths of this tarot card a solid ground. It indicates that even when faced with the worst case scenario it is possible to structure a new goal, the energy of the Six of Swords reminds us that life still has a future.
However, there is no point in life showing us a way out unless we embrace this possibility by doing things differently. Let us remember that the first attitude required by the 6 of Swords arcana is reflection, aiming to adapt our mentality to a positive scenario, since this is all we have left. Even if we are extremely hurt by the difficulties that arise, these minor arcana of the tarot warn us not to neglect our life.
May uncertainties not stop us
Some lines of study say that this arcana is a karmic energy that speaks of a fundamental moment to open our eyes, pay attention and make an effort to reformulate our goals and even our posture. Another theme that these arcana of the tarot tells us is the uncertainty in the face of a new scenario that is divided between discomfort. We don’t know exactly what will happen and that’s why we suffer, but we need to be careful when we let our minds wander. Because, in grief, thinking positively seems impossible, we are stuck in the past and holding on to heavy baggage.
Where are you going?
In Greek myths, Charon, the boatman of the underworld, transported the souls of the dead across the river Acheron to the place where sentence would be proclaimed to each according to his actions, whether living in eternal suffering or in paradise. In the myth, each of these souls followed without any baggage, but sad because they had nothing to do but agree to follow. This is a coincidence that we see in Arcanum 6 of the Swords of the Tarot: where is the baggage of these sailors? We can see that they don’t have it and that they also cower in suffering. Could it be the same Charon the boatman that we see in these minor arcana? After all, their role was only to help the souls cross the river safely, so that they could continue their journey, wherever and however that was.
Felipe Bezerra is a tarot reader, astrologer and holistic therapist at Origem Therapias.
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