The Sun Reversed Tarot Card Meaning
General Interpretation
Getting The Sun reversed in a reading is a dimming of the energy of the card in its upright position. Its presence signifies temporary setbacks, loss of joy or self-doubt. You may be seeing the glass as half empty rather than half full, even if things are not as bleak as they appear. Your judgment may be clouded by fear or frustration, and it can be difficult to feel happiness, which may be buried under those “negative” emotions. The Sun reversed is not a negative card per se as The Sun card has very intense positive energy imbued. But in its reversal, that energy is dulled by the clouds hanging around.
Read on as we examine the Sun reversed in various contexts for more specific meaning.
The Sun Reversed Love and Relationships
Getting The Sun reversed as a single asking about your love life suggests you’re not as far away from finding love as you may think, but something in your mental is blocking the way. You may be second-guessing yourself a lot, or stuck on past disappointments in love. Fear or low self-esteem may be making it difficult finding the love you deserve.
Getting The Sun reversed when asking about a new or potential relationship suggests this looks great on paper. There are shared interests, great vibes and mutual attraction. But something is “off” under the surface. Is this a genuine connection, or are you both playing a role and hiding your true selves?
The Sun reversed when asking about your current relation suggests there may be a lack of emotional presence in this connection. One or both of you may be unwilling to be vulnerable or intimate with the other. Things may even appear “great” on the surface, with both of you claiming to be happy in the relationship. But don’t ignore what’s going on underneath it all.
Getting The Sun reversed when asking about your ex suggests this past relationship was probably publicly beautiful but privately was a very painful affair. People may not have realize all that was going on behind closed doors. This card suggests now you’re realizing that not all that glows is golden.
The Sun reversed when asking about your crush suggests there is potential here, but also a lot of uncertainty. Is your crush a genuinely warm and interested person? Or is it possible they’re just giving you what they think you want to see? The Sun reversed is a gentle reminder against confusing charm for authenticity.
Getting The Sun reversed when asking about your child suggests they may be dealing with a temporary loss of motivation, joy or self-confidence. They may be struggling to express their feelings in a developmentally appropriate manner. Be curious, but not forceful by providing a safe space for them to express themselves.
Getting The Sun reversed when asking about a friendship hints at potential misunderstandings or a lack of motivation and enthusiasm in the friendship. Jealousy, competition or emotional dishonesty may all be at play. It’s not a toxic friendship per se, but something is amiss. One or both of you may be suppressing part of yourselves or aren’t fully showing up like you used to.
Getting The Sun reversed when asking about a former friendship suggests this person may have had fake cheer, hidden resentment or be others’ emotional caretaker. One of you was smiling on the outside, but secretly miserable on the onside. Now that you’re detached from the friendship, you’re seeing that either you were doing all the emotional labor, or you were taking this person for granted.
The Sun reversed when asking about an enemy suggests this person may be projecting an aura of success and confidence, but it’s not real. They may have a “fake it until you make it” mentality. The Sun reversed is advising you not to envy their bravado, as it is just a show that they put on for others. Real self-confidence doesn’t need performance like that.
The Sun Reversed Career and Money
Getting The Sun reversed when asking about a potential/new job or career suggests there is real passion behind this idea, but something is blocking momentum toward this career goal. This could be self-doubt, a lack of support or missing information. The Sun reversed says the idea still has potential but you have to clear the fog first.
The Sun reversed when asking about your current job or career hints at a job that looks great on the surface, but leaves you feeling unfulfilled. You may be chasing recognition or status at the cost of personal fulfillment. This card is asking you what is the point if you’re feeling empty at the end of the day? It’s time for a realignment.
Getting The Sun reversed when asking about a potential business idea suggests you’ve got a great idea here, but you may be underperforming or hiding behind a sense of perfectionism. Stop hiding your God-given gifts. No one is perfect, so expecting perfecting from launching your business idea will leave you in a perpetual loop.
Getting The Sun reversed when asking about your current business hints at a potential for growth, but something is blocking your marketing efforts. This could be blocked creativity or a lack of authentic expression. You may be focusing on branding that shows what you think others want to see, rather than what your business genuinely offers. Show up and be real. Sometimes, that’s not polished, but it works.
Getting The Sun reversed when asking about your money and finances suggests there could be unexpected setbacks, hidden debts, fine-print charges or the running on the capitalist–but joyless–treadmill toward wealth. This card here is asking you if you’re making money, but not enjoying life? Wealth without personal fulfillment will just leave you empty at the end of the day.
The Sun Reversed Pregnancy
Getting The Sun reversed when asking about a potential pregnancy suggests while pregnancy is possible, there may be doubts and emotional heaviness clouding what should be a happy time. If you’re asking whether you’re pregnant right now, the answer leans toward yes, but the pregnancy may not be as joyful as it should be. There may be mood swings, fatigue or other concerns dimming your shine. The potential for a healthy outcome is strong, but don’t be afraid to reach out for support.