Embracing Endings and New Beginnings

This combination speaks of deep sorrow followed by release. It suggests that recognizing losses can pave the way for healing and transformation.

Five of Cups

Upright: loss, grief, regret, disappointment

Reversed: acceptance, moving on, finding peace

Ten of Swords

Upright: painful endings, betrayal, rock bottom, loss

Reversed: recovery, regeneration, inevitable end

Both Upright

The Five of Cups and Ten of Swords together illuminate a path through despair. Acknowledging grief allows for the shedding of old pains, leading to rebirth. There is a powerful invitation to let go of what no longer serves you.

Five of Cups Reversed

When the Five of Cups is reversed, it hints at the potential for optimism amid sorrow. Healing begins as you shift focus from loss to new possibilities.

Ten of Swords Reversed

The Ten of Swords reversed speaks to resurrection and the end of suffering. You are emerging from a cycle of pain, ready to reclaim your power.

Both Reversed

When both cards are reversed, they herald a profound transformation. You are shedding the burdens of the past, allowing for renewal and hope to take root.

Love & Relationships

In love, this combination suggests healing from past heartbreaks. It encourages open communication and the release of old wounds to foster deeper connections.

Career & Finances

In your career, this pairing signifies the end of a difficult chapter and the potential for new opportunities. Embrace change and trust in the growth that follows adversity.