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 | The card not shown but at the center of the cross, represents the atmosphere surrounding the central issue. Six of Swords (Science), when reversed: Stalemate. Unwanted proposal. No immediate solution to present difficulties. Confession. Declaration. |
 | The card visible at the center of the cross represents the obstacle that stands in your way - it may even be something that sounds good but is not actually to your benefit. The Star, when reversed: Unfulfilled hopes. Disappointment. Pessimism. Bad luck. Lack of opportunity. Stubbornness. Imbalance. Conclusion of an unsatisfactory business experience or friendship. |
 | The card at the top of the cross represents your goal, or the best you can achieve without a dramatic change of priorities. Knight of Pentacles, when reversed: Stagnation. Carelessness. Inertia. Lack of determination or direction. Narrow-mindedness. Limits from dogmatic views. Idleness. |
 | The card at the bottom of the cross represents the foundation on which the situation is based. Eight of Pentacles (Prudence): Apprenticeship. Craftsmanship. A person who learns quickly. Candor. Frankness. Modesty. Handiwork. Personal effort. |
 | The card at the left of the cross represents a passing influence or something to be released. The Emperor: Worldly power. Accomplishment. Confidence. Wealth. Stability. Authority. Indomitable spirit. Leadership. Maturity. Father. Brother. Husband. Male influence. Direct pressure. Conviction. Domination of intelligence and reason over emotion and passion. Attainment of goals. Achievement. Desire to increase domination in every direction. A capable person who is knowledgeable and competent. |
 | The card at the right of the cross represents an approaching influence or something to be embraced. The Hermit, when reversed: Imprudence. Hastiness. Rashness. Prematurely. Foolish acts. Incorrect advice. failure resulting from inactivity. Overprudence resulting in unnecessary delay. Immaturity. Excessive isolation. |
 | The card at the base of the staff represents your role or attitude. Page of Cups, when reversed: Inclination. Deviation. Susceptibility. Temporary distraction. Seduction. A flatterer. |
 | The card second from the bottom of the staff represents your environment and the people you are interacting with. Knight of Wands, when reversed: Discord. Interruption. Unexpected change. Quarreling. Breakup of personal relationships. Rupture. Discontinuance. |
 | The card second from the top of the staff represents your hopes, fears, or an unexpected element that will come into play. Knight of Cups, when reversed: Subtlety. Artifice. Trickery. Deception. Fraud. A sly and cunning person. A person capable of swindling. |
 | The card at the top of the staff represents the ultimate outcome should you continue on this course. Queen of Swords: Sharp, quick-witted, keen person. Intense perceptions. A subtle person. May signify a widow or woman of sadness. Mourning. Privation. Absence. Loneliness. Separation. One who has savored great happiness but who presently knows the anxiety of misfortune and reversal. |
