Nine of Swords reversed card describes your emotional, mental, and physical state. You have realized that your fears and anxiety are stopping you from moving forward. The Nine of Swords reversed meaning may indicate that you are beginning to accept the reality of the situation you are facing.
Characteristics of Nine of Swords Reversed
Positive: finding relief from pain, facing lies and fears, accepting reality, getting help from outside forces, releasing toxic people, getting professional help, finding peace.
Negative: nightmares, helpless, no escape.
General Meaning of Nine of Swords Reversed
When the Nine of Swords reversed appears in a Tarot reading, you’re beginning to see past your emotional turmoil. You may have found a solution that alleviates your worries and concerns.
If you are worried about your health, the Nine of Swords reversed can suggest that the stress has led you to ignore any potential serious health issues. You may be experiencing weight problems, headaches, heart problems, insomnia, or migraines. These issues have been brought on by your over-anxious. You may need to make some changes as a result, such as cutting out alcohol, limiting the amount of time you spend at work, seeking professional help for your mental health, or even taking up meditation or hypnosis to help you cope.
The Nine of Swords reversed can indicate a period of improvement and a reduction in anxiety.
When you pull Nine of Swords reversed card in a general Tarot reading, it indicates that the insecurities that were creating a lot of tension have now become so chronic that you have lost all hope of ever overcoming them. Your anxiety is getting to the extent that you are having nightmares about the same. You have lost any motivation or energy to move forward. All your energy is focused on being stuck in the current state. As you face ongoing trauma and mental troubles, you will feel that you are the victim of the problems that you have to face. You must try to find some relief from these troubles because not managing them well will result into bigger troubles.
The reversed Nine of Swords indicates that you are fighting against the troubles, but the more you try to avoid the problems, the bigger the problems get. You are trying to keep everything away from yourself so that you don’t have to face it. But, this is the time when you must face the issues and find ways to deal with them.
When you’ve pulled Nine of Swords reversed card in a positive position that describes advantage or strength in a general Tarot reading, it may be a sign that you are becoming more in control of your life, emotions, and mind. You’ve learned what is causing your stress and anxiety and have found methods to reduce your mental tension. However, Nine of Swords can also mean that your mental health problems have become so intense that you find it difficult to unwind. You might be unable to get up in the morning or leave your house because you feel so overwhelmed or depressed.
The reversed Nine of Swords might indicate recovery from a mental health problem. You’ve learned how to accept yourself and your situation for what it is, and you have the perspective you need to overcome your problems. You’ve learned to identify the distorted thoughts, beliefs, and emotions that keep you in a state of despair and anxiety. Or, you’ve received therapy or used meditation to gain peace and calm and to help you make progress in overcoming your problems. Now, it’s time to put your new understanding into action by dealing with your situation more effectively.
When Nine of Swords reversed card appears in a negative position that describes weakness, or obstacle in a general Tarot reading, bad news is coming in the near future. Bad things that you face in reality are coming true, except for the worst. These things are usually in your surroundings. The reversed Nine of Swords card indicates bad news that is affecting you or you may not even be aware of the situation which is causing mental anguish. Things are getting worse in your surroundings when reversed Nine of Swords card appears. You cannot escape this situation, but you are hiding everything from outside. You cannot make a difference even if you make an effort to do something because you are too preoccupied with your current situation.
Nine of Swords Reversed in the Context of Love and Relationships
In a love Tarot reading Nine of Swords reversed card signals a period of healing, if you are in a relationship, from past wounds in your relationship and/or past insecurities. You and your partner may be on the verge of overcoming an old trauma or issue that has been holding you and your relationship back for some time. This card in a romance spread can also suggest that a partner has confessed to you that they are suffering from depression, anxiety, eating disorders, or addictions. If this is the case, you are likely to be there for that person and make sure they get the care they need.
The Nine of Swords reversed in a love Tarot deck is not a good omen if you are single since it stands for feeling hopeless, unhappy, and miserable, which may manifest as severe depression, anxiety, and melancholy. Getting help and seeking mental health support can make all the difference if you are in this condition. When this Minor Arcana card emerges, you may be in crisis in your romantic life. It may be a sign that you are carrying too much weight on your shoulders or are making an unreasonable demand on your relationships.
Nine of Swords Reversed in the Context of Career
Those who have career questions in a career and business reading Nine of Swords reversed Tarot card indicates that if you are currently suffering from stress then it is time to take a break. There might be issues at your workplace that are the reason for your stress and tension. You might find that your anxiety is due to your surrounding environment. Try taking up things that give you pleasure such as learning a new skill, or joining a project that you love doing.
On the other hand, if you do not have any stressful issues at the workplace right now, it might be a sign that you are exaggerating your symptoms. Try and think about the real reason behind your anxiety. It’s possible that you are not facing the situation as it is. In fact, it is getting over-hyped in your mind. In order to get rid of your problems, you must start looking for the real source of your stress or anxiety.
Nine of Swords Reversed in the Context of Finances
If you’ve pulled Nine of Swords reversed in a finance reading in the reversed position, it may portend an increase in anxiety over your financial status. Now seems to be the time to take action. You’ll need to decide whether to make any adjustments in your spending to better align yourself with your resources. If you’ve been relying on money from a family member or a loved one, you may need to come to the realization that some help or support will never be returned to you. Alternatively, you may need to make changes to save more, spend more wisely, take on a side hustle, or look for more stable employment.
A reversed Nine of Swords might also be a sign that your finances are improving. Even though it feels terrible, you can breathe a huge sigh of relief after all this time because you will be able to pay your debts. You can still feel a lot of worry about them, but you’re about to be freed from the suffering associated with them. Finally, if you’ve been concerned about money and finances, you can feel relieved.
Nine of Swords Reversed in the Context of Health
If you’ve pulled Nine of Swords reversed in reading about your health, it means that you’re fighting against something that is causing you immense stress and anxiety. This problem isn’t unique to you; it’s affecting many people. Make sure to reach out for help since it’s likely that the person you need most can’t help you now. You might also consider doing energy work to heal yourself or find a place where you can retreat to in order to regain strength. Don’t be scared to ask for assistance. If you are being forced to go it alone, you will fail.
Nine of Swords Card Reversed Through Spirituality and Self-Development
If you’ve pulled Nine of Swords reversed in reading about your spirituality and self-development, it means that you’re finding it difficult to cope with your thoughts. The negative thoughts that loop over and over in your head are draining your energy. You want to push these thoughts out of your mind and be free, but you feel like these thoughts are so strong, it feels impossible to rid yourself of them. Now is the time to face the truth. Nine of Swords reversed can also mean that you are experiencing stress or fear-based anxiety. You need to understand that all of your problems are caused by your thoughts. Try to create a positive mindset. In a relationship reading, Nine of Swords reversed can mean that the person is dealing with their insecurities and problems in a more mature and balanced way than in a one-directional relationship.
Is Nine of Swords Reversed Yes or No Card?
If you’ve pulled Nine of Swords reversed in a yes or no reading, it means that the answer to your question is neither yes nor no. The Nine of Swords reversed signifies that the darkness you are experiencing is not the result of a failure in your own abilities or a mistake in your personal life. It might be an indication that you are allowing outside forces to control your own emotions. This reading also suggests that you’re seeking a spiritual path toward greater self-acceptance and self-understanding.
On the other hand, some interpreters say in a yes or no reading, Nine of Swords reversed card signals a ‘no’ answer to your question. Nine of Swords reversed indicates a sense of intense fear and worry. It shows up as a sign of warning to get off your pity pot and stop allowing yourself to be taken advantage of.
When Nine of Swords shows up in confirmation of a difficult or uncomfortable situation, it is in reversed position.
If you’re performing a reading for someone who is being tormented by someone else, Nine of Swords can be taken as a sign that this person is getting the revenge they deserve. The Nine of Swords shows up in reversed position as a way to signal you to take a step back and take a look at the bigger picture. If it is a situation you are currently experiencing, Nine of Swords in reversed position encourages you to take charge and overcome the problem.
Even though the Nine of Swords in reversed position brings up an intense fear, it is also a card that encourages self-discovery and is well aware of the best means to make the necessary changes.
Nine of Swords Reversed as a Person
If you’ve pulled Nine of Swords reversed as a person, a card describes a person who is struggling with their relationships. It is likely to be someone who feels abandoned, neglected, and unsupported. Nine of swords tarot card reversed indicates someone who is feeling alone and afraid. If you’re not the one who pulled Nine of Swords, describe a situation that might have lead to this person feeling this way. Nine of swords tarot card reversed often shows up when you or someone else is lying and deceiving to protect your own or someone else’s feelings.
Nine of swords reversed as a person indicates someone with significant issues within themselves, the inner chaos and pain that they carry can be so heavy that they can’t handle it anymore. They are carrying so much sorrow and guilt from their past that they are often unable to even see the way forward. They believe the world is against them and that no matter what they do the world won’t change. They believe themselves to be worthless and hopeless.
Nine of swords reversed as a person is someone who is afraid of the dark and afraid of being alone.
If your question is about a Nine of Swords reversed card as a emotional description of person, a reading exposes a person with unresolved issues. They do not have an overall picture of what is going on in their life. They tend to rely on negativity and have an anxious temperament, which makes their issues worse. Because of their inability to understand what is real and what is not, this person’s fears and anxieties become reality. Anxiety disorders, depression, and panic attacks might start to become a regular part of their life. They believe that they will always be a victim of someone else’s actions or decisions.
The Nine of Swords reversed meaning also states that something is keeping you awake at night. The darkness is a representation of nightmares and phobias. The nightmares and anxieties keep you from having a peaceful sleep. The Nine of Swords reversed meaning depicts these as unhealthy habits. The inability to see the end of the pain is due to the fact that you try to make yourself feel better by overindulging. You might be doing unhealthy things to make yourself feel better, which actually keeps the problem going.
Nine of Swords Reversed as a Feeling
In a Tarot Reading Nine of Swords reversed as feelings can represent a reduction in the level of anxiety or depression. There is hope however, and with enough self-care, there is a good chance that things will improve. Nine of Swords reversed can also indicate that your fears and/or self-criticisms are controlling you. It is time to make a list of all of your insecurities and then find ways to deal with those limiting beliefs once and for all.
Nine of Swords as a person indicates someone who is experiencing severe anxiety. This anxiety is likely rooted in their inability to cope in their current situation and they feel like they are falling in between a rock and a hard place. They often feel helpless and they believe that no one can help them. They tend to isolate themselves, believing it is the only way to protect themselves from further hurt. With the reversed Nine of Swords, the seeker is now ready to overcome this fear and realize that there is always a way through, even if it might be tough and tiring.
What Is Nine of Swords Card Reversed as a Positive Card, Strength, and Advantage?
If you’ve pulled Nine of Swords reversed card in a positive, strength, or advantage position in a Tarot reading, it means that your worst fears have come true. You’ve probably been having nightmares about what would happen to you in a worst-case scenario. If you’ve drawn this card, you’ve likely been having a lot of anxiety and stress for a while now because of these scenarios. Let the reversed Nine of Swords serve as a warning! If you don’t learn from this and start working on your problems, then you’ll have to face worse things. This card also means that you’ve started to get up from your nightmares and anxiety. No matter how bad things may be, keep trying, and you’ll be out of your situation before you know. Try to focus on the bright side, to make it a lesson.
Nine of Swords Reversed as an Obstacle
When pulled in a negative, weakness, or obstacle Tarot spread position, Nine of Swords reversed card calls you to focus on what is already within your control. Even if life is currently a disaster, it doesn’t have to be that way. You are the creator of your reality and the master of your emotions. You will not create a positive outcome in another person’s life if you are too busy worrying about your own problems. This card tells you that while you may not have all the answers, you can do with certainty that your perception of a situation will determine your outcome in life. For example, if you are experiencing trauma, take this time to evaluate what is causing you distress. Then, look to what can be done to change the situation so that it no longer causes you pain. The Nine of Swords reversal also serves a caution to stay away from negative people who may drain you of your strength. The more time you spend with this person, the more energy they will take from you. Nine of Swords reversed can be a sign that you have started to gain some relief from the pains you have suffered in the past.
Nine of Swords Card Reversed as a Future Outcome
Drawing Nine of Swords reversed in the future position also suggests that you are trying your best to avoid your issues by either staying in bed or isolating yourself in a room. However, things are becoming more difficult with every passing day. You must know that you can not avoid your issues forever, as your problems are going to impact your life more and more unless you accept them as a part of yourself. You need to accept things that are hurting you and change your perspective towards them. The Nine of Swords reversed meaning also tells you not to allow your thoughts to get into the trap of irrationality. You must know that your thoughts have no impact on your life, and it is also very important for you to change your thoughts and beliefs. Change your thoughts, and change your life is the foundation of spirituality.
Nine of Swords reversed card in a future outcome Tarot spread position tells you that your worries and negativity are causing you to feel as if you are being buried alive. You feel helpless and trapped, and there is no end in sight. You shouldn’t be feeling this way! You do have the ability to overcome this. All it takes is a bit of self-love and self-care. It is also possible that you have been working too hard. The reversed Nine of Swords might also reflect your concern that you are being overlooked. If this is your concern, you should seek professional help as soon as possible.
The Nine of Swords reversed can occasionally appear in a reading when the seeker is seeking answers to a specific query. It may also be a suggestion to start meditating to find solutions. It’s time to face the reality of your situation. If the Nine of Swords is reversed, it may be pointing to your fears and paranoia, or exaggerating a very real situation. You need to look at the situation with a critical eye and let it take the center stage.
Nine of Swords Reversed Card as a Prediction of When an Event Will Occur
You have spent too long in pain and darkness. It’s time to let go and move forward. It’s time to embrace optimism and change the way you view the world. As this card showed up, you know that there is something on your mind for a while, but you couldn’t come up with letting it out of your head. It was preventing you from accomplishing the most important things in your life, which is letting people know how much you love them.
Drawing Nine of Swords reversed when asking Tarot when will a certain event take place, reveals that events may be occurring very slowly and that you may feel as if life is moving at a standstill. The Nine of Swords reversed can indicate that your heart and mind have become so overwhelmed with worry that you are being led into a state of fear, anxiety, and depression. You must take a break from worrying and consider the situation from a new perspective. Take some time to think about what you can do to fix the problem and make your worries easier on your mind. When you are having a hard time, try to stop your negative thoughts. These thoughts don’t serve you, and as you replace them with positive thoughts, you will be able to regain your strength and confidence.