Five of Cups

Tarot Card Meaning

Upright Keywords:

Focusing On the Negative, Self-Pity, Pessimism

Reverse Keywords:

Moving On, Seeing Positives, Finding Peace

Five of Cups Description:

A water elemental stands alone, gazing down at three broken cups. Their attention is so fixated on the broken cups and spilled water that they fail to notice the two intact cups behind them, filled to the brim with possibility and promise. This card serves as a metaphor for the dangers of becoming consumed by our problems, to the point where we lose sight of the opportunities that surround us. It is a reminder that, even in the midst of adversity, we must remain attentive to the blessings that come our way.