Okay, so I’ve been messing around with tarot cards lately, you know, just for fun and to see what all the fuss is about. And let me tell you, it’s been a wild ride. Today, I want to talk about this one card that’s been popping up a lot for me – the Eight of Cups.
First off, I got this deck, and it’s pretty standard, nothing fancy. I started by just pulling cards randomly, trying to get a feel for them. The Eight of Cups? It’s this picture of a dude walking away from a stack of cups, heading towards some mountains. The first time I saw it, I thought, “What’s this guy’s deal? Why’s he leaving all those cups behind?” I mean, it’s a bit of a head-scratcher, right?
So, I started pulling this card a lot in my little daily draws. I was doing these quick readings for myself, nothing serious, just trying to figure out what the cards might be telling me about my day or a situation I was in. I even did some spreads with it, you know, those layouts where each card position means something different. It was always the central card, like the main point of the spread, or in the “outcome” position. Always there.
Then I started digging into what this card is supposed to mean. I just googled it, read some stuff online, no biggie, no professional sources. Turns out, it’s about leaving stuff behind. But, like, not in a bad way. It’s more about moving on from things that aren’t working for you anymore. It could be a job, a relationship, a project, whatever. It’s about recognizing when something isn’t fulfilling and having the guts to walk away.
And that’s when it started to hit me. I’ve been feeling kinda stuck lately, you know? Like I’m in a rut. Work’s been meh, I’ve been feeling uninspired, and some of my friendships just feel…draining. It’s like the card was telling me, “Hey, you know those things that are making you feel ‘blah’? It’s okay to leave them behind.”
I did some more complex spreads, ones where you look at past, present, future, all that jazz. And the Eight of Cups kept showing up in positions related to “what needs to change” or “what to focus on.” It was like the universe was yelling at me through these cards. I mean, I’m not going to base my entire life on a card, but still, it’s making me think about stuff.
I even tried a little exercise. I wrote down all the things in my life that were feeling stagnant or negative. Then, I pulled the Eight of Cups and placed it on top of the list. It was a weirdly symbolic thing to do, but it felt…right. Like I was acknowledging that it was time to make some changes. Also, I wrote down some questions I had about what to do, pulled the card, and meditated on it. Sounds a bit new-agey, but it really helped me clear my head.
So, where am I now? Well, I haven’t quit my job or anything drastic yet. But I’m starting to explore other options. I’m looking into new hobbies, trying to reconnect with old friends who actually make me feel good, and just generally trying to shake things up. And you know what? It feels good. It feels like I’m taking back some control over my life.
I also realized something else. This card isn’t just about running away from bad stuff. It’s also about finding yourself. That dude in the picture? He’s not just leaving those cups, he’s also heading somewhere new, towards those mountains. It’s like a journey of self-discovery. So I’ve been doing this by taking some time for myself each day, just to reflect and figure out what I really want. I’ve started journaling, just to get my thoughts out. It’s messy, but it helps.
Ultimately, the Eight of Cups has been a real eye-opener for me. It’s like this little cardboard nudge in the right direction. It showed me it’s okay to let go of things that aren’t serving you and to seek out something better, something more fulfilling. I’m still figuring it all out, but I feel like I’m on the right path, and that’s pretty darn cool. It is like finding the courage and energy to walk away, and step into the unknown. I am still not sure if it will bring me honours, but at least I am moving. Maybe it will turn out to be a disgrace, ha, ha, but at least I tried, right?
- Pulled the Eight of Cups card.
- Looked up its meaning online.
- Did some daily readings with it.
- Did some more complex spreads.
- Reflected on how it applies to my life.
- Started making some small changes.
- Started taking some time for myself.
- Started journaling.
It’s not magic, but it’s definitely a helpful tool for self-reflection. If you’re feeling stuck or lost, maybe give it a try. You might be surprised at what you discover.
