Four of Cups

Key meanings (Upright): Self-absorption, boredom, nostalgia, remorse, frustration, Regret, refusing offers, missed opportunities, stagnation, apathy, disillusion, focusing on the negative

Key meanings (Reversed): Interest, focus, self-awareness, focusing on the positive, gratitude, seizing opportunities, letting go of regret, end of stagnation, motivation, enthusiasm, being proactive

Four of Cups tarot card description

The image on the card represents a link to one's innermost or spiritual self. Particularly in a partnership, it may indicate discontent and melancholy for some. You would want to keep in touch with friends if you had lost contact with them. The picture on the card depicts a person seated behind a tree. His hands are crossed, indicating that he is reflecting and meditating while also being deeply thought-out. He is lost in thinking and fails to notice a hand reaching out to give him a cup.

He misses the three cups that are set right in front of him. Instead, they are viewed as opportunities that are available to him. In the Four of Cups, a young person is seen alone on a mountainside, resting underneath a tree. He appears to be reflecting and meditating. Three cups are spread out on the grass in front of him, and a fourth cup is held out to him with one hand in the air.

The man is unable to see the cup being offered to him by the stretched arm because he has crossed his hands and legs and is looking down at the three cups with neglect. The Four of Cups is a symbol for our propensity to take for granted the possessions we have, which prevents us from fully appreciating the gifts the cosmos has for us. We frequently know the solutions to our problems.

Four of Cups (Upright)

Upright Four of Cups tarot card meaning

The Four of Cups Tarot Card generally refers to lost chances, sorrow, or guilt. It may also represent becoming engrossed in oneself as a result of despair, dissatisfaction, or lethargy. The Four of Cups can mean that you're bored or disenchanted with your life, that you're focusing on the bad things, or that you think there's better grass elsewhere. You can feel as though your motivation and zest for life have been sapped. This Minor Arcana card comes with a caution to be aware of the potential or proposals accessible to you when it arises in your Tarot spread.

You could be tempted to brush them off as unimportant right now, but you might later realise that they would have provided the foundation for wonderful things. This card indicates that, although you have a never-ending stream of choices, you are currently declining them. It's possible that you dislike the offer or that you already have too much on your platter. You should consider and evaluate your options to include or take on vital things.

Never be afraid to pass up fresh or old alternatives if they are not crucial. When this card emerges, you might not entirely reject or accept the position; instead, you might wait for a sign to choose whether to seize the opportunity or not. You think about examining the possibility from every angle.

Love and Relationship (Upright)

You are ignoring the positive aspects of your love life at the moment out of fear of making the same mistakes you have in the past. Therefore, refrain from doing it to avoid regret afterwards. It appears that you are neglecting the best and most positive aspects of life because you are so preoccupied with your thoughts about what a relationship should be like. Consider whether you may channel that enthusiasm toward praising your companion for all the positive aspects of your union. The Four of Cups in a love Tarot spread can suggest that you are lamenting past romantic failures if you are single.

It can mean that you're missing out on the chances to find love because you're too preoccupied with what's lacking from your romantic life or the failed relationships you've had. Don't dismiss possible companions or invitations to events out of hand because you might come to regret it later if you miss this chance. Sometimes we discover love in unexpected places. If you are in a relationship, the Four of Cups can mean that you have grown accustomed to it or that you are so preoccupied with imagining how your partnership should be that you are failing to appreciate it for what it is. Think about whether this is a productive utilisation of your strength and what you could achieve if you directed it toward loving your partner for who they are instead.

Finance (Upright)

The four of cups can indicate that you may feel sidetracked when it comes to your finances. Are you so preoccupied with your envy of what others possess that you fail to notice what is next to you? Even though you may be continually comparing your circumstances to others, jealousy may keep you from enjoying what you currently have. You may be able to understand better how to improve your financial status and feel more at ease when taking financial risks if you are more thankful. You could not see the chances to truly attain the things you are envious of if you are so focused on whatever you do not have.

This card occasionally also symbolises a general dissatisfaction with money and materialism. Regarding your career, the Four of Cups indicate that you are disenchanted or uninspired at work. You might think that your professional life is at a standstill. The Four of Cups Tarot card may represent your indifference to chances around you since you are too consumed with enviously comparing your circumstances to others' financial and professional achievements. If you focus on yourself, discover gratitude for what you currently have, and become open to the opportunities around you, things will change.

Career (Upright)

This card suggests that your job or career is making you uninspired or unfulfilled. You are neglecting the better aspects of your work life because you are jealous of the successes, lives, and accomplishments of others. The Four of Cups can represent boredom or dissatisfaction in your professional life. You might believe that your professional progress has stopped. The Four of Cups Tarot card can indicate that you are blind to the chances around you in terms of both money and profession since you are too preoccupied with jealousy over what others have. You will discover that things happen if you put your attention on yourself, are grateful for what you currently have, and are open to the possibilities around you.

If the four cups appear in a tarot reading about your profession, you can experience disorientation and distance at the office. It could be challenging to maintain concentration or feel motivated for projects. Your mood may be suffering from this boredom. It could be challenging to be productive if you feel bad about yourself. The tremendous monotony you presumably experience doesn't help any of this. The problem may have its roots in this stagnation. Concentrating may be difficult if you think you are going nowhere. Take some time to sort things out; being introspective, identifying what makes you sad, and taking action to address it can be helpful.

Health (Upright)

You're dissatisfied and depressed because of your health. The health constraint can be the cause of your feeling backed up. Instead of pouting and focussing on things beyond your control, concentrate on doing something you can handle. For example, the Four of Cups Tarot card might represent health-related difficulties that have made you feel down, exhausted, or irritated. You can be depressed about the limitations that your health issues are imposing on you. Focus on what you can do rather than what you can't, and if you find it challenging to maintain an optimistic attitude, don't hesitate to ask for help from support networks or a trained therapist. It might sometimes help to talk about problems and realise you're not alone.

Ahead, the Four of Cups (upright) foretell that with the right path towards building yourself health-wise, you will be away from the troubles that shall come in your path. Getting this card in the readings also means you will cherish good times meditating and doing fun exercises. It will aid you in the best way possible. Also, problems would remain at bay if you take proper measures towards your wellbeing.

Four of Cups (Reversed)

Reversed Four of Cups tarot card meaning

Reversed, the Four of Cups denotes a time of reflection and seclusion. In order to focus on what is essential to you and what sustains you, you are withdrawing into your own inner world. Even if others might want to hang out with you or invite you out, you would much rather stay home and relax with a nice book or at your special place to concentrate. Just watch out not to alienate your colleagues and family or seem uninterested in their lives. Tell them you need some time alone and that you'll get in touch with them again when you're prepared to reappear. In order to focus on what is essential to you, you have created a cage around yourself.

Others might desire for you to spend some contact with them or leave the room. However, you would remain in, relax, and read at home. You will seize opportunities with zeal and dedication. It means you've realised that your self-centeredness and sense of isolation from the outside world have been substituted with self-awareness and enthusiasm for life. You are prepared to re-enter the world and adopt a constructive strategy for bringing about the changes you want to see in your life.

Love and Relationship (Reversed)

In a love Tarot reading, the Four of Cups reversed can suggest that you are emerging from a period of separation or isolation during which you were not willing to date or begin a relationship if you are single. Due to the stress of a traumatic breakup, you may have isolated yourself from the outside world to give yourself time to recover. Reversed, the Four of Cups signifies that you have had enough of languishing in your sadness and are prepared for a new beginning. If the Four of Cups is reversed and you are in a relationship, it may be a sign that you are ready to end the partnership after much consciousness and reflection. Alternately, you might be prepared to put your attention on the relationship and discover that you have a surprising resurgence of excitement and motivation in making it work.

With the reversed Four of Cups tarot love meaning, you can be emerging from a period of retreat and reflection and starting up again in your romantic life, this time with a deeper knowledge and awareness of what it provides you. If you are getting over a breakup, you might be just beginning to let go of your pain from the past and the horizon seems bright. Be eager to see what the future holds for you. The possible lovers you come across now may be incredibly unique if you have a clearer idea of what you want and who you are.

Finance (Reversed)

The Four of Cups, in reverse, might represent progress and security in one's financial situation. This is a reflection of your efforts to cherish what you already have as well as your capacity to manage your finances. While you may have once envied others for their economic stability, you may now be making efforts to have a more optimistic outlook on money. The world will compensate you as you direct your efforts toward developing healthier spending habits. Without letting what other people think or have distracted you, prepare and spend as you need to. The prizes indicated by this card require effort, so be prepared.

Reversed Four of Cups in a career context denotes a period of slowness in your career that is about to end. You'll be conscious of the opportunities that are opening up to you. If the Four of Cups is reversed, you should start improving your finances and profession. You're focused, fired up, and prepared to go after what you desire. You may be feeling grateful for what you do have after a period of being overly concerned with what you lack and feeling insecure or resentful of others.

Career (Reversed)

The phase of inactivity or dullness at work will pass. A wealth of opportunities'll surround you. You'll make all your effort to advance your career and wealth. You may grab what you desire with more focus and sudden bursts of energy. You'll be able to tell the difference between feeling envy and concentrating on improving your life. The Four of Cups reversed in a career setting denotes that you have been through a time of standstill in your career that is about to alter abruptly. The possibilities that are becoming available to you will be known to you. You are taking decisive steps to better your job and wealth if the Four of Cups is in the reversed position.

You are prepared to go out and achieve your goals since you are concentrated and radiate positive energy. After a period of being overly concerned with what you lack and feeling insecure or envious of others, you may now be appreciating what you do have. It could seem like a revelation or like the fog has cleared. You might discover that your creative juices have resurfaced. Therefore, you will be prepared to advance your professional tasks by employing this fresh inspiration and inventiveness. The time is now to make a shift if your recent career realisations have convinced you that you need to. Despite the potential for rapid change, do not confuse it for luck. You still need to channel your newly discovered energy.

Health (Reversed)

The Four of Cups Tarot card in reverse depicts you as feeling re-energized and upbeat in a healthy context. Know that things are about to improve if health difficulties have been keeping you down. When this card comes, your concentration and perspective should become much more optimistic if you have been letting health difficulties affect your view of life in general or prevent you from accomplishing things. You will also likely discover fresh energy for life. The Four of Cups (reversed) suggests that your mental and emotional well-being is improving.

If you've been struggling with health issues, take heart—things are going to get better. When this card occurs, you should adopt a much more positive mindset. Seek medical advice if necessary. Understand that the best outcomes for you would be with an organised and routine attitude. Also, the Four of Cups (reversed) warns you about your deeds. If you work hard, you may suffer from problems. It is more like all work and no play may make you confront issues.

Four of Cups: One Card Pull

One card pull is done when you want to have straight to the point and quick answers. It is for the time when you wish to know specific answers in the form of Yes or No. So, getting a one-card pull is always helpful if you are going through any challenging situation or are stuck in a dilemma. Post shuffling the card, you can choose one from the deck. Then, depending on your question, you shall get the answer to the question. The results for one card pull in the Four of Cups tarot card is:

Upright Position:If you get the pulled card in the upright position, it indicates Yes as an answer.

Reversed Position:If you get the pulled card in the reversed position, it indicates No as an answer.

Four of Cups Card for Timing

Keeping track of the card's number will make it simpler to comprehend the time. Through tarot card reading or any other type of spiritual reading, it can be challenging to make long-term predictions because our future is constantly subject to change depending on the decisions and actions we do in the present.

The 4th, 13th, 22nd, or 31st of a month would be the approximate date when it would be measured in months. Keeping in mind that you will receive whatever you are requesting is how you should read this. The Four of Cups foretells that you will put your feelings and intuition into action in order to fulfil your dreams. This incident could happen in the upcoming weeks or months.