Daily Tarot Draw - King of Swords - August 16th, 2024

Aug 16, 2024

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Keywords: mental clarity, intellectual power, authority, truth

Ah, the king of swords. The air element, intellectual knowledge, conflict and understanding. The King of this element is confident and strong, knowing they have the power to achieve all that they desire.

This is a person who takes the lead on projects, and bases it off of strict facts and intellect keeping all emotions aside. This detachment can work in our favour, if you are in a carer role or role that means you cannot get caught up in letting everyone’s emotions around you affect you. Sympathy, and empathy, are two different things, and sympathetic attitude can sometimes hinder your efforts.

Sometimes you need to show up with your skills, be fully aware and balanced with what you bring to the table, and use your knowledge to advise others. It may seem cold and detached sometimes, but there are situations when that is what is most needed. Any professional advisor often understands that this is the line they must walk.

If you are feeling lost this card can be a reminder to obtain legal or financial advice on the matters, but remember to seek help from someone who will offer their knowledge and skills without having to worry what their opinion of you or the matter is. A skilled doctor will not allow their opinions on someone’s appearance affect their treatment of the patient, because, the patient still requires equal treatment to another. Rules, systems and structure help keep things running in a safe matter for all. This card reminds us of the importance of this as well.