QUEEN OF CUPS

Queen of Cups

Keywords: compassion, intuition, emotional depth, empathy, nurturing, sensitivity, calm, healing, inner wisdom, psychic awareness

Upright Meaning
The Queen of Cups upright embodies emotional maturity, deep compassion, and intuitive insight. She is calm, nurturing, and tuned into the emotional undercurrents of those around her. This card reflects emotional intelligence, healing energy, and the ability to love without losing oneself. In relationships, she represents a loving, supportive partner—or the importance of empathy and emotional connection. In personal or spiritual life, she encourages trust in your intuition, gentle self-care, and honoring your emotional truth. The Queen of Cups reminds you that strength lies in softness and sensitivity.

Reversed Meaning
When reversed, the Queen of Cups may indicate emotional overwhelm, codependency, or disconnection from your intuition. You might be absorbing too much from others or neglecting your own needs in the process of caring for others. In love, this could reflect emotional imbalance, manipulation, or over-sacrificing. In other areas, it may point to blocked intuition or feeling emotionally off-center. The reversed Queen urges you to return to self-love and reestablish emotional boundaries.

Summary
The Queen of Cups is the embodiment of nurturing emotional wisdom—offering compassion, calm, and deep connection when upright, and warning of emotional burnout or imbalance when reversed. She calls you to lead with heart, but also protect it.

HOW TO READ
This card often shows a serene queen holding a decorated cup, gazing into its depths—symbolizing introspection, emotional clarity, and sacred connection. Water surrounds her, representing her intuitive nature. Ask: Are you listening to your inner voice—or drowning in others’ emotions?

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