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 | The card not shown but at the center of the cross, represents the atmosphere surrounding the central issue. The Emperor, when reversed: Immaturity. Ineffectiveness. Lack of strength. Indecision. Inability to make progress. Feebleness. Failure to control petty emotions. |
 | 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 Magician, when reversed: Weakness of will. Ineptitude. Insecurity. Disquiet. Lack of imagination. Willpower applied to evil ends. |
 | The card at the top of the cross represents your goal, or the best you can achieve without a dramatic change of priorities. Temperance, when reversed: Discord. Disunion. Conflict of interest. Hostility. Inability to work with others. Difficulty in understanding others. Impatience. Frustration. |
 | The card at the bottom of the cross represents the foundation on which the situation is based. Seven of Pentacles (Assessment), when reversed: Anxiety. Impatience. Uneasiness. Imprudent actions. Loss of money. Unwise investments. |
 | The card at the left of the cross represents a passing influence or something to be released. Two of Swords (Peace): Balance force. Harmony. Firmness. Concord. Offsetting factors. Stalemate. Affection. |
 | The card at the right of the cross represents an approaching influence or something to be embraced. Three of Swords (Sorrow), when reversed: Distraction. Confusion. Disorder. Error. Mistake. Incompatibility. Mental anxieties. Loss. Alienation. |
 | The card at the base of the staff represents your role or attitude. Knight of Swords, when reversed: Incapacity. Imprudence. Dispute or ruin due to a woman. Impulsive mistakes. Conceited fool. Disunion. |
 | The card second from the bottom of the staff represents your environment and the people you are interacting with. Three of Pentacles (Works): Great skill in trade or work. Mastery. Perfection. Artistic ability. Dignity. Renown. Rank. Power. |
 | The card second from the top of the staff represents your hopes, fears, or an unexpected element that will come into play. Two of Pentacles (Change): Difficulty in launching new projects. Difficult situations arising. New troubles. Embarrassment. Worry. Concern. |
 | The card at the top of the staff represents the ultimate outcome should you continue on this course. The High Priestess, when reversed: Ignorance. Shortsightedness. Lack of understanding. Selfishness. Acceptance of superficial knowledge. Improper judgment. Shallowness. |
