Illuminated Tarot — Three of Swords

At first glance this Minor Arcana may seem unfavorable—but don’t be alarmed.

It points to a temporary phase where someone close feels more like a burden than a help—someone who blocks your progress or keeps you from your goal.

Avoid direct confrontation; it would only slow things down. Pause, think, observe, and decide how to remove that weight from your shoulders. Either set clear boundaries or let the person drift away.

If you can discern the details—the “why” behind this—you’ll relieve the pressure. You’ll feel better once you’ve drawn a line or put the dots on the i’s. Someone you thought was a friend or caring figure hasn’t risen to the occasion. Their behavior is self-focused, so you won’t be wrong to put yourself first.

There may be a kind of dependency in the relationship—and that harms both of you.

There’s light ahead: you could meet someone new before long. Let go of fear and open up to what they might bring. The more different they are from what you’re used to, the better—they’ll add to your life. You’ll exchange viewpoints and, above all, you’ll learn. The horizon widens.

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