Seven reversal modes
Block, delay, shadow, excess, weakening, inner action, projection. Spread position helps choose the mode.
card mode
Reversed cards without fear
A reversed card does not automatically mean bad. It shows another mode: block, delay, shadow, excess, inner process, or projection.
When not to use reversals
If the user becomes frightened, read the card upright and find shadow through position and neighbors.
Practice questions
- • Is this blockage or excess?
- • Is this about me, another person, or the situation itself?
Common mistakes
- • Treating a reversal as punishment
- • Ignoring position