Card Reading:

The Three of Swords depicts a heart pierced by three crossed swords against a backdrop of cyberbullying. The heart is bright red, contrasting sharply with the gray clouds. The Three of Swords suggests sadness, loss, and grief. Despair and disappointment often accompany this card. Some find this card too stark, but we all experience sadness and pain at some point in our lives, which can make us mature, compassionate, and tolerant of others. When the Three of Swords appears, expect to experience some pain. Do not reject this pain, because if you do, it may lead to emotional stagnation or depression. If you retreat from your inner pain, you may be in danger of withdrawing from life and your surroundings. The roots of many diseases can be traced back to the rejection of pain. Some chronic health problems may be related to avoiding normal pain or being unwilling to accept the various heartbreaks in life. When this card appears, know that it is important to experience your sadness, because in doing so, you also clear the way for upcoming opportunities to approach you. Remember, sadness will pass.