Eight of Swords

cardDetail.minorArcana swords

☀️ cardDetail.uprightMeaning

imprisonment entrapment self-victimization limiting beliefs isolation

The Eight of Swords represents feeling trapped, restricted, and powerless. However, the imprisonment is often self-created through limiting beliefs and negative thinking. The bindings can be removed if you choose to see beyond your perceived limitations.

🌙 cardDetail.reversedMeaning

self-acceptance new perspective freedom release taking control

When reversed, the Eight of Swords indicates release from mental prison, new perspectives, and self-acceptance. You are beginning to see that the limitations were largely self-imposed. Freedom comes through changing your mindset.