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

The King of Cups is the card of wisdom, diplomacy, balance, devotion, and counseling. The king sits on his throne, holding a scepter in one hand and a large cup in the other. He is looking out into the world with confidence and maturity. He is balanced in his approach. He loves deeply, but is also able to know when something is no longer serving him. When it comes to those he loves, he is extremely devoted.

The King of Cups reminds us that in mature love, we always find a good balance between the head and the heart. The pinnacle of love is not in the early stages of infatuation, but is in the steadiness of a loyal devotion that only grows stronger with time. As you continue to emotionally mature, you will grow closer and closer to becoming the King of Cups and all he represents. 

Upright King of Cups as Reconciliation

If you are asking about how your ex feels about reconciling with you, and you draw the King of Cups, it means that they still feel extremely loyal to you. Your ex is mature and is able to put themselves into your shoes. They are level-headed and confident with their actions. And just like a King, your ex is able to recognize when things go wrong and understand that that is normal. Everyone makes mistakes, and that’s okay.

King of Cups as reconciliation is a sign of positivity. Your ex still loves you and wholeheartedly accepts you, flaws and all. And they are confident that you accept them too. It’s really refreshing to come across someone this mature because they are willing to look past your mistakes and put in the effort to help you grow. You’ve charmed them, and they are excited to reconcile and see where this relationship can head next.

When your ex thinks about reconciliation with you, they feel there are some things you both need to address first before reconciling. Don’t take this as a bad thing, though, because they definitely want to get back together. However, they realize that unless you both make some changes, your relationship will break up again, and they obviously want to avoid that. Your ex just wants to make sure that you are both emotionally mature enough to keep this relationship going a second time.

If you’ve recently split up, King of Cups means that you both have some self-reflecting to do. Your ex is already very emotionally mature, and it’s time for you to do your best to get on the same level. They still care for and love you, so don’t worry about their feelings fading during this time. They will definitely stay loyal to you because reconciliation is on their mind. Just do your part, and the Universe will bring the two of you together.

If you’ve been in separation for a while, King of Cups means that your ex has done some reflection, and they definitely don’t blame you for anything that happened. Whenever they think of you, they feel compassion. They understand that everything you did had its own rhyme and reason. Continue reflecting and healing because your ex wants to make sure that you’re both ready to restart your relationship. Don’t worry, reconciliation is coming.

If the two of you are still considering whether or not you should break up, King of Cups means that your relationship is so healthy. This person is a great partner. Stick with them. You’ll both continue to grow together, and your partner will push you to push yourself to be better. They love you deeply, and they are very committed to you. This is a great card to pull because it signifies a great relationship that can last forever.

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Reversed King of Cups as Reconciliation

If you are asking about how your ex feels about reconciling with you, and you draw the King of Cups reversed, it means that they are like a king, keeping whoever they deem as useful nearby. They are manipulative and selfish and are willing to do whatever it takes to get what they want. They aren’t afraid to use you. They will consistently say that they are trying to change and be better, but they never will.  They lack consistency in their words and actions. After all, their actions speak louder than words. They don’t believe that they’re doing anything wrong.

King of Cups reversed as reconciliation is a sign of boredom. Relationships that don’t directly benefit them are deemed boring and useless. They would rather sit back and let you do all the work. Was that why your last relationship ended? There is an imbalance, and they always see themselves above others. Unless you have something they want, they will not be approaching you.

When your ex thinks about reconciliation with you, they feel nothing. During your relationship, there was a great imbalance. You were definitely putting in way more effort than your ex, and they liked it that way. They are emotionally intelligent, and they know exactly what to say to have you wrapped around their little finger. However, emotional intelligence doesn’t equate to emotional maturity. Again, this is the type of person who isn’t afraid to use someone else to get something they want.

If you’ve recently split up, King of Cups reversed means that you have nothing your ex needs. They know that you still want them and that you’re still thinking of them. Be careful because with this knowledge, they also know that you’ll be willing to do whatever they want, whenever they want. They will definitely use your feelings when it’s convenient for them.

If you’ve been in separation for a while, King of Cups reversed means that they still haven’t found your purpose yet. Once they find it, your ex will definitely come back and try to use your emotions against you. They will promise to change. They will tell you that this time, things will be better, but please, for your own sake, run away. Reconciliation will only be on their mind when they have an ulterior motive. As much as you want them back, it’s best to reject their advances. 

If the two of you are still considering whether or not you should break up, King of Cups reversed is a terrible sign for long-term relationships. There’s a huge chance that your partner is using you for their own gain. This card is a sign that you need to run before they get a chance to hurt you. Don’t worry about your partner’s feelings because when you go, they’ll be sad, but it’s not because you’re gone. They will only feel regret that they aren’t able to get what they want from you.

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Conclusion

For relationships and reconciliation, the King of Cups represents emotional maturity and devotion. The King of Cups is the pinnacle of the suit of cups, which rules over emotions. His steadfast nature paired with his compassion makes him the ultimate symbol of how to treat others to cultivate deep love and loyalty. This card is a reminder that we can get to a place where we have a deep understanding of our emotions without being beholden to their every whim. 

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