Eight of Swords

The Eight of Swords shows a woman blindfolded and loosely bound, surrounded by eight swords — yet closer inspection reveals she could free herself if she chose to. This card represents self-imposed mental restrictions, limiting beliefs, and the feeling of being trapped by circumstances that are not as inescapable as they appear.

Reversed, the Eight of Swords indicates a breakthrough from self-limiting beliefs and mental imprisonment. You are beginning to see that the barriers holding you back were largely of your own making. Freedom and new perspectives are emerging as you challenge old thought patterns.