1 - Seed or Root of the Element

2 - Balancing Duality; pure manifestation

3 - Blending, creation, fertilization

4 - Establishing foundations; stability

5 - Upsetting prior stability

6 - Re-establishing harmony

7 - Loss of stability brought on by new awareness

8 - Mastery; acknowledgement of error

9 - Completion, fulfillment, peak experience

10 - Ending, final transformation, new cycle.

+ Traits: Energy, creativity, inspiration, life

- Traits: Restless, shallow

Key Words: Power, work opportunities, new ventures, new projects, action, enthusiasm, hope, passion

Elements: Fire, Spring

+ Traits: Resourcefulness, practicality, efficiency, materialism, education

- Traits: Insensitive, dull, unimaginative, selfish

Key Words: money, property, talents, tangible reality, emotional secuiry, sensual pleasure

Elements: Earth, Winter

+ Traits: Strong-minded, determined, truth-seeking, communicative, calculating

- Traits: Detached, impersonal, insensitive, agressive

Key Words: tension, struggle, worries, logic, boldness, courage, truth, major choices

Elements: Air, Autumn

+ Traits: Emotional, Artistic, Creative, Nurturing, Compassionate

- Traits: Weak, unreliable, resentful, emotionally intense

Key Words: Love, Intuition, Creativity, Feelings, Fantasy, Harmony, Feminine Qualities

Elements: Water, Summer

Upright: Beginning of a Journey

- Potential

- Optimism

- Naivité

- Change

Reversed: Foolishness. Fear of the unknown

- Impulsiveness

- Inexperience

- Irresponsibility

- Frivolity

Upright: Mastery, Focused Energy

- Action

- Concentration

- Power

- Conscious Awareness

Reversed: Blocked Creativity

- Indecision

- Lack of dexterity

- Wasted Potential

- Inhibition

Upright: Intuitive Awareness, Higher Truths

- Inner Voice

- Unconscious Awareness

- Meditiation/Prayer

- Hidden Aspects

Reversed: Not listening to Inner Voice

- Ignoring Intuition

- Nothing Hidden

- Shallowness

- Distrought Feelings

Upright: Mother, Fruitfulness, Healing

- Abundance

- Nature

- Material Comfort

- Fertility

Reverse: Blocked Development

- Stagnation

- Undeveloped Creativity

- Infertility

- Excessiveness

Upright: Father, Order and Control

- Structure

- Authority

- Regulation

- Self-Assertion

Reversed: Lack of Progress

- Indecisiveness

- Lack of Control

- Unreliablity

- Childishness

Upright: Tradition and Orthodoxy

- Education

- Conformity

- Spiritual Beliefs

- Wise Counsel

Reversed: Breaking with Convention

- Extremism

- Bad Advice

- Unorthodox Solutions

- Masking

Upright: Love, Choice

- Sexuality

- Personal Values

- Temptation

- Diverging Paths

Reversed: A Bad Choice

- End of Love

- Parting

- Disharmony

- Infidelity

Upright: Progress Through Balancing Opposing Forces

- Control

- Will

- Centeredness

- Travel

Reversed: Out of Control

- Recklessness

- Conflict

- Restlessness

- Anxiety

Upright: Moral Force

- Strength

- Patience

- Compassion

- Faith in Self

Reversed: Weakness, Sickness

- Fearfulness

- Abuse of Power

- Dependency

- Lack of Faith

Upright: Searching Within

- Introspection

- Guidance

- Solitude

- Self-Discovery

Reversed: Wisdom Spurned

- Excessive Isolation

- Self-Deception

 - Rejection

- Rashness

Upright: Change for the Better

- Destiny

- Good Luck

- Advancement

- Turning Point

Reversed: What goes up, must come down

- Bad Luck

- Failure

 - Dead End

- Stagnation

Upright: Being Judged; A Fair Outcome

- Justice

- Equilibrium

- Fair Outcome

- Rationality

Reversed: Being Judged Unfairly

- Unfair Treatment

- Injustice

- Imbalance

- Vindictiveness

Upright: A new Perspective

- Suspension

- Sacrifice

- Enlightenment

- Adaptibility

Reversed: Useless Sacrifice

- Martyr Complex

- Apathy

- Dissatisfaction

- A False Self

Upright: Major Transformation

- Transition

- Inevitable Endings

- Renewal

- Profound Change

Reversed: Resistance to Change

- Inertia

- Fear of Change

- Limbo

- Decay

Upright: Moderation, Self-Restraint

- Balance

- Health

- Combination

- Peace

Reversed: Extremism

- Lack of Balance

- Overaction

- Unbridled Passions

- Poor Health

Upright: Bondage; Self-Imposed Limitation

- Materialism

- Ignorance

- Hopelessness

- Oppression

Reversed: Release From Bondage

- (+)Overcoming Temptation

- (+)Release

- (-)Dependency

- (-) Abuse of Power

Upright: Bolt from the Blue; Collapse of Structure

- Sudden Change

- Revelation

- Disruption

- Liberation

Reversed: A Shock

- (+) Trauma is Over

- (+) Starting Over

- (-) Chaos

- (-) Imprisonment

Upright: Help From Above

- Hope

- Inspiration

- Generosity

- Serenity

Reversed: Difficulty Accepting Help Offered

- (+) Unjustified Pessimism

- (-) Disappointment

- (-) Fleeting Happiness

- (-) Self-Doubt

Upright: Self-Deception, Instinctual Forces

- Fear

- Illusion

- Imagination

- Confusion

Reversed: Step Into the Light

- (+) Clear Thinking

- (+) Beneficial Change

- (-) Deception

- (-) Misperception

Upright: Success and Fulfillment

- Optimism

- Vitality

- Empowerment

- Assurance

Reversed: Delayed or Partial Success

- (+) Lesser Joys

- (+) Partial Success

- (-) Uncertainty

- (-) Lack of Energy

Upright: Summing Up. Rebirth.

- Inner Calling

- Absolution

- Assessment

- Milestones

Reversed: Unwelcome Transition; Bad Assessment

- Indecision

- Delay

- Regret

- Unhappy Ending

Upright: Reaching a Natural Conclusion

- Accomplishment

- Fulfillment

- Harmony

- Well-Being

Reversed: Stagnation; Unfinished Business

- Obstacles

- Loose Ends

- Frustration

- Unsatisfied

Upright: New Life

- Creative Force

- Enthusiasm

- Confidence

- New Venture

Reversed: Can't Get Going

- Delays

- Wasted Energy

- Pessimism

- No Motivation

Upright: Windfall; A Helping Hand

- Prosperity

- Material Force

- Practicality

- Security

Reversed: Flawed foundations

- Bad Investment

- Money Problems

- Poor Planning

- Greed

Upright: Sense of Power; Strength in Adversity

- Fortitiude

- Truth

- Intellect

- Willpower

Reversed: Throwing your weight around

- Aggression

- Unclear Thinking

- Misguidance

- Destructiveness

Upright: New Love

- Intimacy

- Emotional Renewal

- Abundance

- Creativity

Reversal: Nobody Loves Me

- Rejection

- Grief

- Distress

- Depression

Upright: Off to a Good Start

- Originality

- Boldness

- Possibilities

- Foresight

Reversed: Anticlimax

- Delays

- Wrong Way

- Potential Unfulfilled

- Losing Interest

Upright: Juggling Finances, Necessary Flexibility

- Juggling

- Balancing Act

- Decisions

- Skillful Manipulation

Reverse: Feeling Overwhelmed

- Inability to Balance

- Disorganization

- Wastefulness

- Inflexibility

Upright: A tense situation; an impasse

- Blocked Emotions

- Avoidance

- Stalemate

- Opposition

Reversed: Renewed Action

 - Stalemate Over

- Change

- Decision

- Facing Feelings

Upright: A Happy Union

- Connection

- Truce

- Attraction

- Reconciliation

Reversed: End of a Relationship

- Rejection

- Parting

- Conflict

- Disharmony

Upright: Cooperation, Birth of an Enterprise

- Exploration

- So Far So Good

- Leadership

- Goals

Reversed: Attainment Slips, Lack of Cooperation

- Overconfidence

- Delays

- Carelessness

- Stubbornness

Upright: Beneficial use of talents

- Teamwork

- Competence

- Attention to Detail

- Early Reward

Reverse: Problems With or at Work

- Lack of Direction

- Dissatisfaction

 - Inexperience

- Wasted Team Effort

Upright: Necessary Cutting. Bleeding Hearts.

- Betrayal

- Heartbreak

- Alienation

- Painful News

Reversed: The Pain is Ending

- Recovery

- Lingering Regrets

- Final Stages of Grief

- Minor Surgery

Upright: Time to Rejoice; Having Fun

- Friendship

- Community

- Happiness

- Celebration

Reverse: Too Much of a Good Thing

- Overindulgence

- Unhappy Ending

- Poor Health

- Sad Social Occassion

Upright: A Well-Deserved Rest

- Freedom

- Security

- Contentment

- Achievement

Reversed: Delayed But Impending Success

- (+)Improvement

- (+) Happiness After Difficulties

- (-) Inhibition

- (-) Restriction

Upright: Holding Tight; Maintaining Status Quo

- Possessiveness

- Control

- Blocked Change

- Overcaution

Reverse: Miserliness

- Greed

- Wastefulness

- Loss of Money

- Trouble Letting Go

Upright: Recharging Your Batteries

- Rest

- Contemplation

- Quiet Preparation

- Respite

Reverse: Back into Action

- (+) Renewed Energy

- (+) Recovery

- (-) Illness

- (-) Unrest

Upright: In a Shell; Dissatisfied

- Self-Absorption

- Apathy

- Boredom

- Reassessment

Reversed: The End of Discontent

- (+) Renewed Interest

- (+) Satisfaction

- (-) Self-Pity

- (-) Lost Opportunity

Upright: An Exciting Challenge

- Competition

- Hassles

- Disagreement

- Faith in Competition

Reverse: Squabbles/Relief After Conflict

- (+) Freedom From Bickering

- (+) Favorable Legal Decision

- (-) Lack of Faith

- (-) Internal Conflict

Upright: Down and Out

- Hard Times

- Ill Health

- Rejection

- Sorrow

Reversed: Faith Restored

- (+) Renewed Faith

- (+) Better Health

- (-) Extreme Povery

- (-) Severe Depression

Upright: One-Upmanship; Negative Energy

- Discord

- Open Dishonor

- Self-Interest

- Betrayal

Reversed: Vindication. Degradation.

- (+) Cleared of Wrongdoing

- (+) Treachery Revealed

- (-) Loss

- (-) Deception

Upright: Mourning

- Loss

- Regret

- Pessimism

- Separation

Reversed: The Pain is Ending

- (+) Hope

- (+) Good News

- (-) Painful Endings

- (-) Inevitable Loss

Upright: The Likelihood of Success

- Triumph

- Acclaim

- Honor

- Good News

Reversed: Victory Eludes You

 - Defeat

- Delayed Success

- Misunderstanding

- Loss of Respect

Upright: Getting what You Deserve

- Charity

- Financial Assistance

- Gratitude

- Knowledge

Reversed: Loss of Goods or Property

- Dishonesty

- Greed

- Wasteful Spending

- Jealousy

Upright: Better Days Ahead

- Recovery

- Travel

- Release of Tension

- Beneficial Change

Reversed: Rough Waters Ahead

- Delay

- Unable to Leave Problems

- Stagnation

- Fleeting Relief

Upright: Nostalgia

- Good Will

- Innocence

- Childhood

- Emotional Renewal

Reversed: Clinging to the Past

- Vanity

- Inability to Adapt

- Unproductive Nostalgia

- Past Ghosts

Upright: Holding Firm

- Defiance

- Advantage

- Opposition

- Perseverence

Reversed: Feeling Daunted

- Vulnerable

- Cowardice

- Giving Up

- Disadvantage

Upright: Growth; Taking Stock of Investment

- Assessment

- Reward

- Direction Change

- Feeling of Wasted Effort

Reversed: Giving Up Too Soon

- Anxiety

- Missed Opportunity

- Rash Decisions

- Bankruptcy

Upright: Doing the Unexpected

- Running Away

- Hidden Dishonor

- Cleverness

- Changing Location

Reversed: Appreciation

- (+) An Apology

- (+) Acting in Best Interest

- (-) Indecision

- (-) Laziness

Upright: Lack of Focus; Confusion

- Wishful Thinking

- Fantasy

- Scattered Energy

- Choices

Reversed: Fog Lifts; Persistence Rewarded

- (+) Decisiveness

- (+) Realistic

- (-) Flight From Reality

- (-) Lost Opportunity

Upright: Full Steam Ahead

- Swift Action

-Quick Results

- News

- Productivity

Reversed: Wasted Energy

- Excessive Speed

- Upsetting News

- Miscommunication

- Out of Control

Upright: Apprenticeship

- Diligence

- Knowledge

- Detail

- Teaching

Reversed: Cutting Corners

- Cheating

- Impatience

- Lack of Concentration

- Unwilling to Learn

Upright: Restriction

- Opression

- Confusion

- Powerlessness

- Isolation

Reversed: Release

- New Beginning

- Overcoming Fear

- Empowerment

- Relief

Upright: Saying Goodbye; Moving On

- Weariness

- Looking Inward

- Relocation

- Turning Point

Reversed: Refusing to Move On

- (+) Feeling Satisfied

- (+) Socializing

- (-) Clinging to the Past

- (-) Abandoning

Upright: Stand Your Ground; Defense

-  Perseverence

- Stamina

- Protection

- Recovering from Illness

Reversed: Defenses are down; Off-Guard

- Carelessness

- Weakness

- Obstacle

- Loss

Upright: Being Self-Sufficient

- Discipline

- Refinement

- Affluence

- Feeling of Incompleteness

Reversed: Ill-Founded Success

- Unwise Decisions

- Dependency

- Guilty Conscience

- Scant Finances

Upright: Despair

- Extreme Stress

- Hopelessness

- Guilt

- Anguish

Reversed: The Nightmare is Over

- (+) Hope

- (+) Good News

- (+) End of Suffering

- (-) Persistent Sorrows

Upright: Desires Fulfilled

- Satisfaction

- Sensual Pleasure

- Health

- Gratification

Reversed: Smugness

- Unrealistic Desires

- Overindulgence

- Shallowness

- Deprivation

Upright: The Burdens of Success

- Overextending Ambition

- Burdens

- Struggle

- Responsibilities

Reversed: The Burden is Lifted

- (+) Release

- (+) Shifting the Load

- (-)Misuse of Talents

- (-) Being Led Astray

Upright: Family Support

- Affluence

- Stability

- Tradition

- Inheritance

Reversed: Family Problems

- Domestic Problems

- Money Problems

- Turning Away From Tradition

- Quarrels

Upright: Stabbed in the Back. End of a Cycle

- Martyrdom 

- Ruin

- Forced Change

- Depression

Reversed: The Worst is Over

- (+) Improvement

- (+) Survival

- (-) Drastic Change

- (-) Illness, Death

Upright: Joy

- Peace

- Unity

- Fulfillment

- Love

Reversed: Disrupted Joy

- Disharmony

- Loss

- Pessimism

- Clash of interest

Upright: Good News

- Courage

- Optimism

- Inspiration

- Potential

Reversed: Bad News

- Upsetting News

- Impulsive Decision

- Exasperation

- Loss of Energy

Upright: Financial Gain

- Educational Opportunities

- Patience

- Determination

- Realistic Goals

Reversed: Rebelliousness

- Carelessness

- Mediocrity

- Wastefulness

- Being Illogical

Upright: Decisiveness

- Fairness

- Discretion

- Defensiveness

- News heralding change

Reversed: Malice

- Hypocrisy

- Verbal Attack

- Cynicism

- Deceit

Upright: Beginning of Friendship

- Invitation

- Comfort

- Inspiration

- Love

Reversed: A Spoiled Child

- Frivolousness

- Immaturity

- Irresponsibility

- Lack of Common Sense

Upright: Change is in the Air

- Challenge

- Energy

- Adventure

- Enthusiasm

Reversed: Impatience

- Indecision

- Egotism

- Stress

- Argumentativeness

Upright: Tangible Progress

- Diligence

- Dependability

- Perseverance

- Sensibility

Reversed: Financial Instability

- Carelessness

- Dissatisfaction

- Idleness

- Wastefulness

Upright: Sudden Changes

- Forthrightness

- Impulse

- Leadership

- New Experiences

Reversed: A Quick Exit

- Trouble

- Bad Advice

- Rashness

- Pushiness

Upright: Artistic Talent

- Romance

- A proposal

- Intuition

- Empathy

Reversed: Illusion

- Escapism

- Trickery

- Fickleness

- Insincerity

Upright: Balanced Family and Career

- Majesty

- Ambition

- Versatility

- Demonstrativeness

Reversed: Shadow Side of the Feminine

- Egotism

- Jealousy

- Moodiness

- Manipulation

Upright: A Sensible Approach

- Hospitality

- Abundance

- Security

- Emotional Maturity

Reversed: Greed

- Money Problems

- Selfishness

- Distrust

- Self-Doubt

Upright: Head Over Heart

- Strong Will

- Sharp Wit

- Fair Judgement

- Independence

Reversed: A Real Bitch

- Unfair Treatment

- Vindictiveness

- Manipulation

 - Untruthfulness 

Upright: Deep-feelings

- Nurturing

- Gentleness

- Mysticism

- Sensitivity

Reversed: A Fickle Woman

- Poor Judgement

- Peversity

 - Oversensitivity

- Confusion

Upright: Enterprise

- Ambition

- Activity

- Fatherliness

- Strength

Reversed: Intolerance

- Bossiness

- Controversy

- Temper

- Tyrrany

Upright: Security Minded

- Practicality

- Wealth

- Acclaim

- Control

Reversed: Vulgarity

 - Fraud

- Disorganization

- Bigotry

- Rigidity

Upright: Sound Advice

- Truth

- Drive

- Objectivity

- Justice

Reversed: Premeditated Malice

- Exploitation

- Revenge

- Prejudice

- Overcaution

Upright: Compassion

- Assistance

- Reliability

- Knowledge

- Protection

Reversed: Sleaziness

- Bad Advice

- Power Play

- Insincerity

- Treachery