A true master of his feelings, the King of Cups is always calm, cool, and collected. He’s unfazed by a stormy sea of emotions or the great depth of still waters. He lets each feeling wash over him with ease and confidence because he knows he can handle whatever he must face. The King of Cups is a very likable guy. He has a quiet confidence, immense compassion for others, and he lacks pretension because he has nothing to prove to anyone else.
An excellent leader and mentor who doesn’t need to brag about his abilities, the King of Cups understands his emotions and channels them into his creative pursuits. Yes, this king rules from his heart, but he knows how to listen to his mind as well to create a sense of serene balance amid the chaos. He understands his emotions and impulses, but he does not succumb to them.
When a court card (aka a King, Queen, Knight, or Page) appears in a tarot reading, it often points to someone we already know or a person we are about to encounter. Or it shows us how to embody this energy in order to navigate our current situation.
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The King of Cups Keywords
Emotional maturity, compassion, calm, confidence, balance between head and heart, healer
The King of Cups Upright
Okay, bb…take a deep breath. Sometimes situations are just beyond your control, but no matter what’s happening right now, you’ve got this. Take a moment to assess what is happening before acting impulsively or erratically (hello, that will only lead to major regrets or saying something you can’t take back!). Lean into your emotions and feel your way through this in order to plan your next move.
Follow your intuition and listen to your heart. Yes, this is an emotionally charged time, but do not let the intensity of all these feelings consume you! Take your time before responding. And don’t forget to have an immense amount of patience for yourself and others as you move through the chaos. You can handle whatever comes your way!
The King of Cups Reversed
Major drama alert! When the King of Cups appears reversed, his shadow side is revealed. He is emotionally unavailable, insensitive, and immature. He acts on impulse with no thought to how his actions may affect anyone else. Moody and unpredictable, this guy is a chaotic storm coming through to disrupt everything in his path. Have you ever seen a rock star throw a tantrum and destroy a dressing room backstage because something did not go his way or the sound was off? That’s the energy right here. Watch out for this one, as he can be quite manipulative and insincere with his feelings.
Feeling overwhelmed? Do not be afraid of your emotions or repress them. Bottling it all up will only cause the pressure to build and erupt into an epic emotional meltdown. Feel it all as you confront your current situation and move forward. If you need help, reach out to a friend or a professional who can give emotional support and guidance.
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Sarah Potter is a professional witch, Tarot Reader and practitioner of Color Magic, a means of using specific hues of the rainbow to conjure different energies and manifest personal transformation. Working with both private and corporate clients, Sarah has shared the magic of color and Tarot with thousands of clients over the years to promote self-empowerment, problem solving, and amplified intuitive skills through lectures, workshops, retreats, and one on one services.
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