Four of Cups

Four of Cups

Four of Cups

Upright Keywords
ApathyContemplationReevaluation
Reversed Keywords
WithdrawalRetreatIndulgence
Card Properties
Arcana
Minor
Suit
Cups
Number
4
Element
Water
Astrology
Moon in Cancer (Decan 3)
Yes/No
Neutral

General Meanings

Upright

ApathyContemplationReevaluation

The Four of Cups represents emotional apathy, contemplation, and reevaluation of your current situation. You may feel bored or dissatisfied with available options, leading to introspection about what truly matters. This card encourages taking time to reassess your emotional needs and desires before making decisions.

Reversed

WithdrawalRetreatIndulgence

Reversed, the Four of Cups suggests emerging from apathy, renewed interest in life, or excessive withdrawal from opportunities. You may be ready to engage with the world again or conversely, retreating too far from valuable experiences. Find balance between reflection and participation.

Love & Romance

In a Relationship

⬆ Upright

Indicates relationship apathy or taking your partner for granted. Step back and reevaluate what you truly value in your partnership before making any major decisions.

⬇ Reversed

Warns of excessive relationship withdrawal or avoiding emotional intimacy. Reengage with your partner and stop retreating from relationship opportunities for growth.

Single & Dating

⬆ Upright

Suggests romantic apathy or being too picky about potential partners. Take time to reflect on what you really want in love rather than dismissing opportunities too quickly.

⬇ Reversed

Suggests romantic withdrawal or missing love opportunities due to excessive isolation. Open yourself to dating possibilities and stop avoiding emotional connections.

Career & Money

Career Path

⬆ Upright

Points to professional dissatisfaction or feeling uninspired by current work opportunities. Use this contemplative period to reassess your career goals and values.

⬇ Reversed

Points to professional withdrawal or avoiding career opportunities. Stop retreating from professional challenges and reengage with your career development actively.

Money & Finances

⬆ Upright

Indicates financial apathy or taking your resources for granted. Reflect on your money values and consider whether you're appreciating your current financial blessings.

⬇ Reversed

Indicates financial withdrawal or avoiding money opportunities. Stop avoiding financial planning and reengage with opportunities to improve your economic situation.

Family, Friends & Personal Growth

Family Life

⬆ Upright

Highlights family relationship apathy or taking loved ones for granted. Spend time reflecting on family bonds and what you truly value in these relationships.

⬇ Reversed

Suggests family withdrawal or avoiding family responsibilities. Reengage with family members and stop retreating from important household relationships and duties.

Friendships

⬆ Upright

Suggests social apathy or feeling disconnected from your friend group. Take time to contemplate what you want from friendships and whether current connections fulfill you.

⬇ Reversed

Points to social withdrawal or avoiding friendship opportunities. Stop isolating yourself and reengage with social connections that could bring joy and support.

Personal Growth & Learning

⬆ Upright

Represents academic apathy or feeling uninspired by learning opportunities. Reflect on your educational goals and find ways to reconnect with your passion for knowledge.

⬇ Reversed

Represents academic withdrawal or avoiding learning opportunities. Stop retreating from educational challenges and reengage with your studies and intellectual growth.