Nine of Cups (Reversed), Two of Wands (Reversed), Seven of Swords (Reversed)

“A clear heart sees the truth, even when comfort clouds the eyes.”

You’ve drawn the Nine of Cups reversed as the situation, the Two of Wands reversed as the obstacle, and the Seven of Swords reversed as advice. In love and relationships, this combination speaks honestly about wishes that fall short, choices left unmade, and truth rising to the surface.

The Nine of Cups reversed often signals unmet desires or emotional dissatisfaction. This card, upright, brims with fulfillment and pleasure. Reversed, it points to a sense of emptiness or disappointment, perhaps the feeling that something is missing in your romantic life. You may have longed for a certain connection or outcome, only to find reality coming up short.

Next, the Two of Wands reversed sits in the obstacle position. Traditionally, this card hints at indecision or hesitation. When reversed, it shows a reluctance to step forward, plan ahead, or make bold choices. In relationships, this can mean staying safe within your comfort zone or struggling to picture a shared future. You might feel stuck between possibilities, unsure how to move forward or whether to take a risk with your heart.

The advice comes from the Seven of Swords reversed. Upright, this card can speak of secrecy or avoidance. Reversed, it calls for honesty—with yourself and with others. It suggests coming clean about your feelings and intentions. This is a time to drop pretenses, admit what’s been unsaid, and face any discomfort that honesty brings. It’s better to own the truth than continue carrying what weighs you down.

Together, these cards ask you to reflect on what you truly want in love, not just what you think should satisfy you. They show how holding back or avoiding difficult truths only deepens dissatisfaction. The path forward may not be easy, but sincerity will bring relief and open space for deeper connection.

Where in your relationship—or your heart—are you longing for more honesty or clarity?