Eight of Pentacles as How Someone Sees You (Upright & Reversed) Tarot Card Meaning

The Eight of Pentacles is the card of commitment, hard work, high standards, dedication, and accomplishment. This card shows a man who is hard at work. He is working diligently on one of his pentacles. Above him hang many finished pentacles in a line. He is working on them one by one, and he will not stop until they are all done. 

The Eight of Pentacles reminds us that putting in consistent and diligent effort is just as important to the success of a relationship as having passionate feelings. Though putting in the work may not feel as sexy or as exciting, it’s part of the glue that holds a relationship together in the day-to-day. The Eight of Pentacles is a reminder to show our love through consistent actions over time. 

Upright Eight of Pentacles as How Someone Sees You

If you are asking about how someone sees you and you draw the Eight of Pentacles, that means this person sees you as hardworking and patient. You’re someone who doesn’t mind putting in the work required for any endeavor. When you commit to something, you are determined to see it through to the very end. You may be a perfectionist with high personal standards. As an Eight of Pentacles, you are seen as skilled and talented.

The Eight of Pentacles means that they see you as devoted and dedicated. You may appear quite busy building your own life, so you don’t have time for distractions. They may see you as an achiever, someone who is focused on career and material wealth. They may see you as someone who is bent on achieving a higher position at work. They see you as someone whose views are grounded in reality. 

For singles and those embarking on new relationships, the Eight of Pentacles is a sign that they see you as someone with high standards. You may be perceived as someone who only has eyes for achievers like themselves. They see you as someone who is waiting for “Mr. Right,” so those with lesser credentials need not apply. Your strength and accomplishments can be intimidating to them. You could be seen as someone who is a workaholic.

For existing relationships, the Eight of Pentacles means that they see you as very committed to making this work. You may appear too serious and need to loosen up a bit. They see you as someone who is focused on improving themselves to make this relationship last. You appear proud of how far this relationship has come. The Eight of Pentacles person is someone who has undying loyalty to those they love.

If you are asking about an ex’s intentions, the Eight of Pentacles shows that they see you as someone who is focused on themselves and everything they hold dear. The Eight of Pentacles as to how your ex sees you means they recognize your value and the commitment you poured into the relationship. When it ended, you turned your focus inward. You don’t seem eager to get into a new relationship. Instead, you are taking your time finding the right person. 

In the context of whether or not a relationship is headed for commitment, engagement, or marriage, the Eight of Pentacles means that they see you as someone who needs to exert more time and effort into the relationship. While they see you as down-to-earth and sensible, you may be a workaholic. Things between you have become repetitive, so it’s time to infuse your relationship with excitement. You may need to stop being too critical of yourself and your partner. This card means they see you as someone who can stick with them through thick and thin.

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Reversed Eight of Pentacles as How Someone Sees You

If you are asking about how someone sees you, and you draw the Eight of Pentacles reversed, that means this person sees you as someone who may have many talents and skills but is not getting the recognition they deserve. You want to be taken seriously, and you get frustrated when you’re not acknowledged. They may see you as lazy or lacking in motivation and focus to manifest what you want in life. You could be someone who’s been working for the same company for years yet keeps getting bypassed for promotion. You could be reckless with your spending.

The Eight of Pentacles reversed means that they see you as someone who believes so much in fate that you have become fatalistic. You need to learn to recognize good opportunities and grab them. They may see you as someone who knows they have the potential to succeed, yet you are not willing to put in the work to get there. You may be stuck in a dead-end job and unable to get out. Learn to be more focused and responsible, whether it’s in your career or relationships.

For singles and those embarking on new relationships, the Eight of Pentacles is a sign that they see you as someone who lacks confidence. Your low opinion of yourself may be getting in the way of dating and meeting new people. They may see you as someone who is unsure of their feelings. You may give other people the impression that you’re boring and uninterested. You need to embrace spontaneity and excitement in your life. 

For existing relationships, the Eight of Pentacles reversed means that they see you as someone who lacks effort and focus on the relationship. You may be careless with your words  so your partner often feels upset. This card encourages you to not be complacent in your relationship. Learn to appreciate your partner more. Surprise your partner with meaningful gifts, and take them on unplanned dates. 

If you are asking about an ex’s intentions, the Eight of Pentacles reversed shows that they see you as someone who is no longer interested in giving the relationship another go. The breakup may have turned your world upside down; you worked very hard to make the relationship last, but to no avail. You  are now trying to turn your focus elsewhere, like your career. Perhaps the breakup has made you take a long, hard look at your career and realize you’re not where you want to be.

In the context of whether or not a relationship is headed for commitment, engagement, or marriage, the Eight of Pentacles reversed means that they see you as someone who needs to put in more effort if you want this relationship to last. You may be giving off the impression that you are unsure whether you want to be with this person or not. You may be too idealistic for your own good. You may be very critical of yourself and your partner. You may have certain habits and ways of thinking that need to be changed because they’re sabotaging this relationship.

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Conclusion

For relationships and feelings, the Eight of Pentacles represents hard work and commitment. It is a reminder that the best relationships are the ones that we invest in. When we put in consistent and diligent effort into a relationship, it will thrive and grow. Never underestimate the power of putting in the work.

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