Tarot Practice - Three-card reading for a work situation

Serena from New Jersey says:  “There is too much politics going on in my workplace and I feel like they’re all sucking my blood. Seems like everyone is out to take advantage of me. What can I do to feel better?”

The Reading:

We asked the Tarot for guidance and drew three cards from the Universal Rider Waite tarot deck (copyright US Games Systems Inc.,1990) to answer the following questions.

Question 1: What is really happening at the workplace?

Card drawn: The Hanged Man

Interpretation: This image of a man hanging upside down suggests the themes of martyrdom and disempowerment. It corroborates Serena’s feeling of being taken advantage of, being unfairly treated or punished for no fault of hers.

The person is tightly bound with no means of escape. The situation is not likely to change in the near future so it might be best to do some soul searching to see if you are not being excessively focused on something that you cannot control at this point. It might be a difficult time for you and you will need to change your perspective to see positive value in this situation.

Question 2: What am I doing wrong?

Card drawn: Ace of Pentacles

Interpretation: Aces suggest new beginnings. But since this card is in a negative position or what should be avoided, this is not the time to make a new beginning, in case you had that in mind. Also, being a pentacles card, it relates to material issues such as money/finances, health, new work projects, etc., so trying for a new job, changing your daily routine or enhancing your investment portfolio might not be a good idea at this time. 

Pentacles often symbolize coins or something of value; here the phrase, ‘set a store by something’ comes to mind. Maybe you are giving too much value to something that should be let go. Assess your situation and prioritize your goals accordingly.

Question 3: What can I do to make the situation better?

Card drawn: Two of Swords

Interpretation: You can take some time out for the moment. Let things be instead of aiming for an overhaul. Swords symbolize mental activity and communication. Avoid taking sides. In case of a dispute with a superior or colleagues try for a reconciliation and adopt a more diplomatic stance in your professional interactions.

Summary: This spread, seen as a whole, seems to be reiterating that the situation is in a state of suspension and there will be a time lag before things will turn in Serena’s favor. Both the Hanged Man and Two of Swords suggest this theme of delays, letting go for the time being and waiting it out. The Ace of Pentacles is in a challenging position so any new changes that she may desire will have to be kept on hold.

Remember, card reading is applicable for a particular moment in time. The idea of accepting things as they are and not expending effort in changing your situation is probably the best thing to do right now. At some other time a different strategy, one that calls for initiative and action, may be more appropriate. Let the cards empower your choice of action with wisdom. And always, always trust your intuition.

Have a wonderful day!