Description of the 6 of Cups Tarot Card
A traditional image of the 6 of Cups Tarot card (like here) depicts two children in a village-side courtyard exchanging a cup with a white flower in it. Behind them stands a white bridge with a guard walking off into a castle with a small, cozy cottage sitting off to the side.
Since this minor arcana card is within the suit of “Cups,” it mainly speaks of the emotions one feels about a given situation.
The card’s primary meanings are kindness, childhood, memories, and focusing on the past. Below are some common interpretations.
The Upright Meanings of the 6 of Cups in the Past Position
In General
Childhood memories or lessons from your past may help you in a current situation. You could have made a decision in your past based on feelings of homesickness, sharing memories, or even wanting to feel a sense of security.
The 6 Of Cups Love Tarot Aspects
You may have a lover from your past affecting your current situation, whether they’re simply on your mind or you have fond memories of them. Old happy memories may be holding you back with a current lover.
The Six Of Cups and being Single
A past lover is actively on your mind or holding you back from getting into another relationship. You don’t want to let go of them emotionally, or you miss them.
The Six Of Cups and some other aspects
Positive emotional support will help you get through a current issue regarding your health, finances, or career. You may be asked to revisit valuable lessons or remember that there are people who care for you.
The Upright Meanings of the 6 of Cups in the Present Position
In General
An opportunity to feel very good emotionally is presented to you based on recent sharing or giving you’ve done. If you haven’t already, you may need to do your part to make a situation better.
The 6 Of Cups Love Outcome
A lover from your past may be trying to reconcile with you to share fond memories or a connection they treasured, which might put some strain on your current relationship. Children may also play a part in an ongoing relationship situation.
The Six Of Cups and being Single
You or a past lover may be thinking about one another or coming together to reconcile or become romantically involved.
The Six Of Cups in other aspects
You may be required to show support to others or receive help in regards to a current situation. A new opportunity may urge you to reciprocate interest or effort.
The Upright Meanings of the 6 of Cups in the Future Position
In General
To make progress in a personal situation, you’ll need to use insight from past experiences or memories. You might need to identify emotional patterns to make progress now.
The 6 of Cups Love Tarot Aspects
A memory with a past lover may play a part in resolving a current issue in your relationships. You may need to come clean about past relationship influences to improve.
The Six of Cups and being Single
You may be in denial about missing a past lover. If you can’t stop thinking about them or if you can’t move on, consider sharing how you feel or seek help from others.
The 6 Of Cups in other aspects
You may have to put more energy into what you desire or aim to receive. This card may also signify that you need better emotional support to improve.
Meanings of the Six of Cups Reversed
The 6 of Cups Tarot Card Reversed in the Past Position
In General
You have already settled past issues and are ready to move forward with a fresh perspective.
The 6 of Cups Love Tarot Aspects
One or both people in your relationship used to lack maturity, or you have let go of past influences that hurt the relationship.
The 6 Of Cups Tarot Card and being Single
A lover from your past may be stuck on you or causing issues in your life without them around.
The Six of Cups in other aspects
In career or finance, you may have decided to quit a job where you were no longer growing or put a financial issue to rest. Those suffering from health conditions may have recently heard good news about a recovery.
The 6 of Cups Tarot Card Reversed in the Present Position
In General
There may be some issue from your past or childhood, affecting your ability to grow. In general, you might feel bored with your situation or lack the creativity to remove yourself from the stagnation.
The 6 of Cups Reversed Love Aspects
Your relationship may be currently affected by stagnation, or you may not be able to move on from issues of the past.
The 6 of Cups Reversed when being Single
You may be attempting to date new people before moving on from a past relationship. As a result, new people are not getting the best version of you, or you could be cutting yourself short on purpose.
The 6 of Cups Reversed in other aspects
Your heart is no longer in what you’re doing, or there is a lack of improvement due to old habits.
The Six of Cups Reversed in the Future Position
In General
A situation or issue could become boring, stagnant, or prevent growth if you continue overthinking about the past.
The Six of Cups Reversed in Relationships
You may need to have couples counseling or therapy to heal relationship problems tied to old ways of thinking or past events.
The 6 of Cups Reversed when Single
You may turn down a new relationship or refuse to become involved in anything serious while you heal from hurtful events.
The 6 of Cups Reversed in other aspects
A lack of resources or refusal to learn from a current situation may be stifling your growth or progress.
The Six of Cups as a Clarifier with other Cards
….with the Ace of Cups
There may be a new love offering from an ex-lover or childhood friend. An emotional situation may present itself soon, which brings up memories or involves children.
….with the Ace of Swords
An ex-lover or childhood friend may reach out to you or talk to you about something in your past. You may hear news about the place you grew up or talk about something involving children.
…with the Ace of Wands
You may feel a new sense of passion for an old lover, or you might have a unique idea you want to share with someone from your past. Childhood dreams could spark new motivation for a career path or plan.
