#8
Strength
The Heart
Keywords
courage, patience, inner strength
Upright meaning
You have courage, patience, and quiet inner strength.
Reversed
You feel doubt, you are impatient, or you are trying too hard to force a result.
Description
The Strength card is a beautiful reminder that true power does not come from physical force, but from quiet inner strength. When this card appears, it shows a gentle figure taming a wild lion, symbolizing how we can master our fears and passions through love, patience, and courage. Instead of fighting your obstacles with anger, Strength encourages you to face them with a calm mind. You already have the resilience needed to get through this, so trust in your ability to stay patient. However, if this card shows up reversed, you might be feeling self-doubt or impatience. You could be trying too hard to force a result. Take a deep breath and let go of the struggle.