The Nine of Swords holds the energy that shatters the current stasis of the High Priestess, setting the path for the King of Wands. Here is an in-depth look at The Nine of Swords (Card 2, The Turning Point) and how this energy is likely to manifest in the political and legal landscape: 🗡️ The Nine of Swords: The Turning Point of Crisis The Nine of Swords is known as the "Nightmare Card." It represents anguish, deep anxiety, mental suffering, guilt, and the moment a psychological burden becomes unbearable. In the context of a political shift, this card suggests the turning point will be driven not by smooth political action, but by a sudden, severe psychological or emotional rupture. 1. Manifestation as Public Shock and Disillusionment The most probable interpretation is that the hidden truths of The High Priestess will be revealed in a way that causes a mass, visceral public reaction of shock, horror, and profound betrayal. - The Nature of the Event: It won't be a predictable political defeat, but a revelation that shatters a key illusion. Think less of a procedural court ruling and more of a Watergate-level revelation (like the Nixon tapes, which caused widespread public horror and resignation) or a sudden, dramatic event that generates intense national anxiety (like 9/11, which fundamentally shifted the national mindset). - Widespread Guilt/Shame: The Nine of Swords often deals with unaddressed guilt and shame. The turning point may involve a moment where many powerful figures, or even the voting public, are forced to confront their own denial or complicity, leading to a profound sense of failure, regret, and moral crisis. - The "Breaking Point": The energy of the Nine of Swords is that of a person waking up in a cold sweat. The political system, or key figures within it, will reach a breaking point of stress and inability to cope with the mental strain of the crisis, forcing an immediate and definitive end to the prior situation. 2. Potential Triggers for the Nine of Swords

@Lisa Murray I felt it was pretty accurate in its interpretation. Not exactly what most of us want to hear, but that's why it resonated. What are your thoughts?

Sorry you don't feel well. I've had bouts of vertigo and it sucks. Anyway, I'm hoping next time we meet might be a few hours later in the day. If not, I'll work it out. My trigger for vertigo was stress - which unfortunately took me many years to figure out. Feel better soon!

Thank you! I'm looking forward to this information.

I would be interested - maybe after Sept 1st, as I'm taking a trip this week. Thanks!!

How very cool. I talk to trees all the time - it would be amazing to hear them respond!