Hi, all! Our card for today is the 6 of Hearts (Cups). In the deck I’m using today, the Illuminated Tarot, this card is also associated with the Lovers card. There’s a lot to unpack here.

Going with the traditional meaning of the 6 of Hearts, memories of the past may be haunting you.  When we think about out past, we often remember how a situation made us feel.  

Sometimes we get caught up in difficult emotions, such as shame, regret, and anger. Depending on your personality, you may express these emotions outwardly and lash out at others. Or else you may direct these feelings inward in the form of sadness and negative self talk (that’s my “go to”).

Consider that any “negativity” you may be feeling is showing you the areas in your life that need your attention. Start with compassion and understanding,  especially for yourself. Recognize the difference between yourself then and who you are now. Forgiveness may be in order. If you want, you can extend this healing toward how you feel about other people.

As for the Lovers aspect, it is all about your commitments. The deep emotions you feel reflect what you care about the most. Have you lost sight of your goals and the promises you made to yourself years ago? 

Our card today asks you to refocus your dreams. Remember the past, learn the lessons it taught you, and heal. Then, take that knowledge and apply it to your actions today. Start with compassion and understanding, especially for yourself. Recognize the difference between yourself then and who you are now.

Keep the commitment you made to yourself and build the future you always wanted. Be gentle with yourself and move forward one step at a time.

Comments are welcome. Have an amazing day. ❤️ (A version of this post originally appeared on my Patreon page on April 9, 2022. Join to unlock daily tarot readings like this one)