Eight of Cups as Reconciliation (Upright & Reversed) Tarot Card Meaning

The Eight of Cups is the card of walking away, searching for truth, and letting go. The card shows a man walking away from eight cups in the foreground. The man has turned his back on these cups with a sense of loss and disappointment. He is leaving what he knows behind him. He is escaping at night, which suggests that there is an element of avoidance in his energy.  

The Eight of Cups reminds us that it is okay to let go and walk away when what is around you is no longer serving you or your needs. You do not have to stay out of duty or obligation. You have to do what is right for yourself. The Eight of Cups reminds us that there is no shame in walking away. 

Upright Eight of Cups as Reconciliation

If you are asking about how your ex feels about reconciling with you, and you draw the Eight of Cups, it means your person is in an introspective, contemplative state. The Eight of Cups is a high-minded card that is philosophical. They are less concerned with practical issues, and focused on deeper issues. Do they agree with your worldview? Do you share the same values? They are trying to determine what is best for both of you.

Eight of Cups as reconciliation is a sign of emotional disconnect in a relationship. There is too much inner contemplation and not enough external communication. They’re thinking about the big picture. This reunion is focused on previously overlooked long-term expectations. You’re both hopeful that this relationship can bring out the best in each other. Both expect this relationship to help the other grow, heal, and become the best versions of you.

When your ex thinks about reconciliation with you, they feel contemplative. They have bigger-picture, philosophical ideas about giving this relationship another go. If your person believes you’re not good for each other, they may choose to let go. Either way, they love you unconditionally. There is no resentment with the Eight of Cups. This person is making high-minded decisions from a place of maturity. They believe you’ve reached the end of a cycle. They’ve learned the lessons they needed to learn from the experience.

If you’ve recently split up, Eight of Cups means your person is thinking a lot about why this happened. They are assessing what went wrong. Your person has taken accountability for the role they played in the dissolution of the relationship. They are mature enough to acknowledge what they have done, and they expect you to acknowledge the role you played. They might not be open to reconciliation at this time. They believe the two of you are not an ideal match.

If you’ve been in separation for a while, Eight of Cups means your person has moved on and gotten over their heartbreak. They have accepted the fact that you were incompatible in many ways. They want to maintain a respectful and civil friendship. They are grateful for the life lessons they learned from being with you. Being with you helped them reach self-awakening and self-understanding. They believe you are entitled to move on from situations that no longer serve you. At the end of the day, they want you to be happy.

If the two of you are still considering whether or not you should break up, Eight of Cups means you and your person are at a crossroads. Both of you are hesitant to make a long-term commitment because you are not on the same page. Both of you are overly focused on what you want, rather than hearing the other person out. This person will take the high road and let you go, if they think it is the best solution, even if it hurts them. They care about you, and they will not take this decision lightly.

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Reversed Eight of Cups as Reconciliation

If you are asking about how your ex feels about reconciling with you, and you draw the Eight of Cups reversed, it means your person doesn’t think reconciling is the best idea. They don’t see it as a wise thing to do. They know you are incompatible and no longer fulfill each other emotionally. However, this person is also still hung up on you. They find it hard to move on. This person doesn’t trust themselves with you. They are anxious and in their head about you.

Eight of Cups reversed as reconciliation is a sign of going against your intuition and doing something that feels off. One or both of you already understand the need to move on. However, one or both of you feel emotionally stuck to the other person. Codependency could play a role here. Neither of you want to walk away. This relationship is coloured by nearsightedness, making it challenging to move forward in the long run.

When your ex thinks about reconciliation with you, they feel mentally and emotionally stuck on you. They can be avoidant when it comes to diving deep into their emotions. They are easily overwhelmed by emotions. This makes it hard for them to process experiences and heal. Your ex is indecisive. There is a lack of internal clarity, making it hard for them to know what they want.

If you’ve recently split up, Eight of Cups reversed means your ex is hung up on you. They still feel your energy strongly. In the reverse, this could indicate unhealthy emotional attachments. They find it hard to walk away. Your ex feels they’ve invested so much into the relationship. However, they are unable to reflect, introspect, and understand what went wrong. They may be in denial about the role they played in the breakdown of the relationship. This needs to be addressed, as it hinders healing.

If you’ve been in separation for a while, Eight of Cups reversed means that your ex will never forget you. They haven’t matured much since your breakup. They haven’t learned the spiritual lessons they were meant to learn from your relationship. They are repeating the same behavioral patterns in other relationships. They may compare you to other partners. If you are considering a reconciliation with this person, be mindful. If they have not healed or changed, then a reconciliation will not last.

If the two of you are still considering whether or not you should break up, Eight of Cups reversed means your person can’t decide whether they should move on or stay. They have stuck their head in the sand. Subconsciously, they know there are important fundamental issues that need to be addressed. They refuse to address these issues since they have avoidant tendencies. Your relationship is in a stalemate. They’re stuck in their comfort zone, despite a lack of fulfillment.

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Conclusion

For relationships and reconciliation, the Eight of Cups represents walking away and letting go of the past. Sometimes it is necessary for us to move on from what no longer serves us, in order to find our greater good. What may seem like a curse now may prove to be a blessing in disguise. The Eight of Cups reminds us that it is okay for you to let go of what is no longer serving you. You are not beholden to obligation and duty if it is not right for you. 

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