Blind Spot Spread

Difficulty: Varies

This tarot spread is used to enhance self-awareness. Questions about learning something about oneself or things that are hidden work very well with this tarot spread, although no question is necessary.

1. This tarot card displays the obvious identity, the part of oneself that is consciously known and projected to others.
2. This card indicates unconscious driving forces that neither the reader nor others are aware of about them, the great unknown. Nobody knows what this tarot card means, at least not yet...
3. The part of oneself that is concealed, to keep others from discovering, is apparent in this card.
4. This is the Blind Spot. This is what was asked about, that which this reading should bring awareness of. The reader may wish to pay close attention to these mannerisms.

Your Blind Spot Reading

	What you know	What you don't know
What others know	Five of Cups	Three of Swords
What others don't know	Six of Cups	Ten of Swords

Symbolism:
Five cups create a loose arrangement, with floral and vine motifs adding a touch of complexity, symbolising emotional shifts. This card evokes themes of loss or disappointment but hints at remaining opportunities and growth.

Meaning:
The Five of Cups represents loss, regret, and the pain of emotional setbacks. However, it also emphasises the potential for healing and moving forward. It urges you to focus on what remains rather than what has been lost.

In relationships, it suggests unresolved issues or the need to address emotional wounds. Spiritually, it reflects the transformative power of grief and the journey toward acceptance and renewal.

Keywords:
Loss, regret, grief, healing, perspective, emotional setbacks, recovery, acceptance, moving forward, transformation.

Symbolism:
Ten swords create a dramatic and heavy configuration, with sharp points emphasising finality and closure. The card represents the end of a difficult cycle, ultimate surrender, and the potential for new beginnings after hardship.

Meaning:
The Ten of Swords represents endings, betrayal, or collapse. It signifies the conclusion of a painful chapter and the opportunity for a new beginning. This card, while harsh, reminds you that the worst is behind you, and recovery is possible.

In relationships, it can indicate betrayal or the end of a partnership. Spiritually, it symbolises surrender and transformation through acceptance of life's cycles.

Keywords:
Endings, betrayal, collapse, release, transformation, surrender, painful closure, renewal, recovery, acceptance.

Symbolism:
Six cups are symmetrically aligned, interwoven with flourishing leaves or flowers, signifying nostalgia and harmonious emotions. The imagery suggests a return to past joys, innocence, or the exchange of heartfelt kindness.

Meaning:
The Six of Cups symbolises nostalgia, innocence, and the joy of revisiting the past. It reflects happy memories, generosity, and the simplicity of pure emotional connections. This card encourages embracing the wisdom of your past while staying present.

In relationships, it may suggest a bond rooted in history or the rekindling of old connections. Spiritually, it calls for a return to childlike wonder and openness.

Keywords:
Nostalgia, innocence, joy, generosity, childhood, memories, emotional connection, simplicity, kindness, openness.

Symbolism:
Three swords intersect, forming a dynamic triangular arrangement, often accompanied by minimal decoration. This design represents conflict, heartache, or the challenging growth that follows emotional or mental pain.

Meaning:
The Three of Swords signifies heartache, betrayal, or grief. It is a card of emotional pain but also serves as a reminder of the healing and growth that follow. This card encourages you to confront and process your pain to move forward.

In relationships, it reflects loss, separation, or betrayal. Spiritually, it emphasises the transformative power of overcoming emotional trials.

Keywords:
Heartbreak, sorrow, betrayal, grief, emotional pain, healing, loss, separation, growth, transformation.