Four of Cups

A young man is seen slumped under a tree in a closed-off posture, deeply engrossed in thought and self-pity. So absorbed in his thoughts, he seems unaware of the cup being offered to him by a hand extending from the tree. Three more cups stand at his feet, yet these opportunities also appear to be of no interest to him.

General Meaning

Rejection, Contemplation, Missed Opportunity
The Four of Cups signifies rejection, apathy, and the missing out on new opportunities. It suggests that while new offers are coming your way, they might not interest you, or you're too overwhelmed to accept, essentially saying "No, not now, but maybe later." This card often encourages using discernment and waiting for the right timing while you internally adjust to a new phase in your life.

Love

Emotional Withdrawal, Rethinking the Relationship
In love, the Four of Cups might indicate emotional withdrawal, or rejecting a partner's offer of help, wallowing in self-pity instead.

Career

Resentment, Lack of Enthusiasm, Missing Good Opportunities
In our careers, it happens that we don't swiftly move up to the pinnacle, perhaps a few failures have taken away our willingness to put ourselves out there, and this state of being fills us with apathy. The main goal becomes to get by, not noticing when we could take responsibility for something and have the chance to show something of ourselves. This card motivates us to take the time to consider whether our current path is still in alignment with our personal goals and passions.

Reversed Four of Cups

Breaking Isolation, New Opening
Reversed, the Four of Cups suggests it's time to break out of self-imposed isolation and open up to new relationships and communities. This may mean expanding social circles, seeking new friendships, or rekindling old connections. The card reminds us that human connections can have healing powers and that social interaction is an important part of our lives.