Four of Swords as How Someone Sees You (Upright & Reversed) Tarot Card Meaning

The Four of Swords is the card of rest, relaxation, self-protection, peace, and rejuvenation. This card shows a knight lying down horizontally on a tomb. He is resting with his eyes closed. His hands are held in a prayer position, and he lies underneath a stained glass window, likely in a church. This indicates that he is thinking deeply about spiritual matters.

The Four of Swords reminds us that while there are times where we need to go, go, go, there are also times where we need to press the pause button. Relaxation and self-care are important factors for any successful relationship. The Four of Swords reminds us to take care of ourselves. We can’t give to others what we don’t have.

Upright Four of Swords as How Someone Sees You

If you are asking about how someone sees you, and you draw the Four of Swords, that means this person sees you as moving too fast. They want to slow down and take a deep breath. The Four of Swords signifies a need for rest and peace in life. They need to rejuvenate from all of the great times they had with you. They see you as an amazing addition to their life, but they want to take some time to relax.

The Four of Swords means that they see you as someone they want to take some time away from. They still want to see you every couple of days, but sometimes being together too often is detrimental. They have been neglecting their personal needs in order to be the best person for you.

For singles and those embarking on new relationships, the Four of Swords is a sign that they see you as someone that drains them out. Life is a very stressful thing, and sometimes taking some time away from the things we love is the best decision for peace. They see you as someone they want to take things slow with. Starting a relationship too quickly can be damaging to both parties.

For existing relationships, the Four of Swords means that they see you as someone that is emotionally burned out. They feel you have become somewhat distant in the relationship, and they admit they have too. The relationship does not burn passionately like it used to. This is because the relationship used to transpire took significant amounts of energy. Now, both of you want to rest and recuperate from all of the expended energy and stress.

If you are asking about an ex’s intentions, the Four of Swords shows that they see you as someone they are tired of thinking about. They have spent much time thinking about you and they no longer have the energy to do so. Reconciliation is not currently possible until they are given some time away from you.

In the context of whether or not a relationship is headed for commitment, engagement, or marriage, the Four of Swords means that they see you as someone they are not ready to engage in marriage with. They see you as a potential spouse, but they do not see you as someone that has proven yourself completely for marriage to be guaranteed.

Reversed Four of Swords as How Someone Sees You

If you are asking about how someone sees you, and you draw the Four of Swords reversed, that means this person sees you as someone that energizes them. Their time away from relationships has given them the strength to love again. They have not achieved total enlightenment, but they are ready to start the process with you.  

The Four of Swords reversed means that they see you as someone perfect to come out of a period of solitude with. They have been meditative and peaceful in their time alone, and now they are ready to be with someone. They are ready to make choices regarding their relationship life, and they see you as someone that is a top priority in these choices.

For singles and those embarking on new relationships, the Four of Swords reversed is a sign that they see you as someone they are passionate and invigorated by. You have exited a period of growth and happiness in their life. They are ready to begin a new relationship with you. This is a great reversed card to draw if you are single and considering a relationship.

For existing relationships, the Four of Swords reversed means that they see you as someone they want to be with. They questioned whether they wanted to be with you in the past, but they have had time to think about it and now they are certain. They realize how amazing their life is with you and how sad it is without you. They see you as a light.

If you are asking about an ex’s intentions, the Four of Swords reversed shows that they see you as someone that awakened them. Your relationship taught them a lot, and the breakup taught them even more. They feel they are ready to go back to you and make the wrongs right. They see you as a forgiving soul, so they are not afraid to accomplish reconciliation.

In the context of whether or not a relationship is headed for commitment, engagement, or marriage, the Four of Swords reversed means that they see you as someone they want to move forward with. They see you as a spouse that they would love to have. They did not suddenly believe this, but rather thought about it over the course of years. They are excited and ready to begin a long-lasting marriage with you.

Conclusion

For relationships and feelings, the Four of Swords represents rest and relaxation. Sometimes, things can get intense, and we need a timeout. Relaxation and self-care are important to any successful relationship. Take care of yourself, and make sure that you are giving to yourself. We can’t give to others what we don’t have ourselves. 

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