Six of Swords

This card is about journeys and efforts to leave life’s difficulties behind. It is about moving away from that which has caused pain, confusion, and stress in the hopes of reaching a better place. Even though this card symbolizes attempts to move to a more positive and peaceful situation, there is a melancholy feeling associated with it. Emotions are still raw and tension is still present but a tough and frustrating phase is coming to an end. By severing ourselves from our pressures for a while we allow ourselves to experience a new level of psychological clarity and balance. When we reach the other side of the shore we can see where we’ve been and where we would like to go.