According to The Pictorial Key to the Tarot by A.E. Waite, Temperance is described as the following:
A winged angel, with the sign of the sun upon his forehead and on his breast the square and triangle of the septenary. I speak of him in the masculine sense, but the figure is neither male nor female. It is held to be pouring the essences of life from chalice to chalice. It has one foot upon the earth and one upon waters, thus illustrating the nature of the essences. A direct path goes up to certain heights on the verge of the horizon, and above there is a great light, through which a crown is seen vaguely. Hereof is some part of the Secret of Eternal Life, as it is possible to man in his incarnation. All the conventional emblems are renounced herein.
So also are the conventional meanings, which refer to changes in the seasons, perpetual movement of life and even the combination of ideas. It is, moreover, untrue to say that the figure symbolizes the genius of the sun, though it is the analogy of solar light, realized in the third part of our human triplicity. It is called Temperance fantastically, because, when the rule of it obtains in our consciousness, it tempers, combines and harmonises the psychic and material natures. Under that rule we know in our rational part something of whence we came and whither we are going.
The reversed Temperance card is the tarot card of the day. When this card appears, it’s indicating that urgent care is needed in a specific area in your life.
Temperance is all about good balance and having all aspects of your life working together in harmony. When reversed, however, it shows that something is off and requires urgent care to balance everything out again.
Which area in your life needs urgent care?
Today, the card shows you that urgent care is needed in your relationships. Maybe things at home have gotten shaken up recently. Or perhaps you’ve been neglecting your social life by focusing on other things, such as work.
Whatever the situation may be, one thing is clear—your relationships with others need some urgent care.
When you don’t have good relationships and feel the tension between yourself and the people in your life, you can begin to feel stressed out. Not having people around or in your life can make you feel lonely or isolated. Prolonged loneliness and isolation can eventually lead to health-related problems, such as depression.
Either way, nothing good’s to come when you have an imbalance in your relationships.
So today, the reversed Temperance card is urging you to evaluate and address any imbalances you may find in your relationships. It wants you to look at the people around you and examine the relationships you share with them.
Have any of them been rocky or unstable?
Have the bonds you once had started to fade away?
Are any becoming toxic and not good for your health and wellbeing?
Do you need to make amends with anyone?
These are all questions that the reversed Temperance card wants you to ask yourself. Then you can begin healing and strengthening the relationships in your life.
How to satisfy the need for urgent care in your relationships
This card reminds you that establishing healthy relationships is essential to having a calm, balanced life. Here are some ways you can bring balance and harmony to your relationships.
Pay attention to your friends to maintain healthy friendships
Take a look at the friends you have in your life. How has your relationship with them been? Have you been keeping in touch? This card suggests checking in on your friends today. Reach out. Let your friends know that you’re still there, especially if you’ve been keeping yourself in solitude lately.
Reunite with family members who have been distant
The reversed Temperance card is asking you to evaluate your family situation. If you’ve been distant lately, connect family member you haven’t spoken to in a while. Call them up, send them a message, or visit them. The reunion will be healing.
Strong workplace relationships are an essential part of a balanced life
When this card shows up, it reminds you that you need to be a team player. You can’t always do all the work on your own. Strong workplace relationships with your coworkers can help lighten up your workload. It can also help take some weight from your shoulders.
Hand out thoughtful treats to your co-workers and let them know you are happy to be a part of their team. If your boss treats you well, let them know you appreciate the support that they provide you within the workplace. Harmonious relationships at work are an essential part of keeping your life balanced and stress-free.
Show love and compromise with your partner to achieve harmony
If you are in a romantic relationship, the reversed Temperance card suggests that it may need some urgent care. You may be feeling like you’re the only one putting in all the effort. Your partner may be feeling the same way!
If this is the case, sit down with your lover and go over what has been bothering you. Let them know if you feel like something in your relationship is lacking. Communication is key to having a healthy, loving relationship.
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