Stop Guessing Tarot Card Meanings: 3 Cards That Always Trick Beginners (And How to Master Them)
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Let’s be honest: some tarot cards just don’t play fair.
You’ve got your deck, your intuition, maybe even a keyword list… but then a card like The Hanged Man, 5 of Swords, or 7 of Cups shows up — and suddenly you’re second-guessing everything.
Sound familiar?
If so, you’re not alone. These “trickster” cards confuse beginners and seasoned readers alike — not because they’re mystical riddles, but because they’re symbol-heavy and emotionally loaded. That’s exactly why I created Tarot Decoded — to cut through the fog and give you a clean, confidence-building reference system that actually works.
Here’s a breakdown of 3 commonly misread cards and how to finally master them.
😵💫 1. The Hanged Man
Why it trips people up:
It looks bad — stuck, upside down, eerie. New readers often mistake it for punishment or spiritual doom.
What it really means:
Surrender. Reversal. A needed pause.
This card isn’t about failure — it’s about letting go of control so you can finally see things from a new angle. Think of it as spiritual recalibration. I willingly sacrifice myself to my light. My spirit, my inner wisdom for my highest good. In Tarot Decoded, we use the keywords:
Pause – Perspective – Surrender
Symbol Watch:
Look for glowing halos, rope (not chains), and a calm face — these aren’t symbols of danger, they’re signs of spiritual choice.
🗡 2. Five of Swords
Why it trips people up:
People often see it and think: “Oh no, betrayal,” or “Am I the villain?”
What it really means:
Conflict. Win at a cost. Boundary check. Truce
This card asks: “What are you really fighting for?” In readings, it often shows up when someone is over-explaining, over-defending, or saying yes when they mean no. It’s not always about being attacked — sometimes you need to step back from a battle that’s not yours. Do I need to be right? Can I just walk away from an empty battle?
Tarot Decoded keywords:
Tension – Hollow Victory – Energy Drain
🌪 3. Seven of Cups
Why it trips people up:
This card looks dreamy — but it's a minefield.
What it really means:
Fantasy. Illusion. Overchoice. Take the idea that's sharp and run with it. Be confident in your choices. You don't have to reinvent the wheel use a good idea make it yours
Are you chasing too many options? Are you liking the idea of something more than the reality? This card shows up when your energy is scattered across possibilities that may not be real. It’s a call to focus and filter. With Confidence
Tarot Decoded keywords:
Overwhelm – Illusion – Need to Ground
🧠 Why These 3 Cards Matter More Than You Think
Each of these cards shows up when you're at a tipping point — ready to shift your story, but uncertain how.
That’s why a vague interpretation (or a guess) won’t cut it. You need structure, symbolism, and clarity. In Tarot Decoded, I walk through all 78 cards using a pattern-based method:
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Symbols decoded
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3 keywords per card
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Quick visual cues
It’s designed for people who want to trust their readings without spending years memorizing card meanings.
🚀 Stop Second-Guessing Your Spreads
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