The essential meanings of this Major Arcana card from the Rider-Waite-Smith deck.

Upright: The Moon upright stands for intuition, dreams, and the unconscious. It shines a dim, mysterious light that can symbolize confusion or illusion – things may not be as they appear. When The Moon appears, it encourages you to pay attention to your intuition and feelings, even if they are perplexing. This card often points to a time of uncertainty or emotional fluctuation, urging trust in the subtle guides of your subconscious. It can be very creative and psychic energy, excellent for artists or when exploring your imagination, but it requires navigating carefully through fear and uncertainty.

Reversed: The Moon reversed suggests clarity beginning to emerge after a time of confusion or fear. It’s as if the night’s illusions start to fade with the approach of dawn. In a reading, this card reversed can mean you are starting to see the truth behind a situation that once felt uncertain or deceptive. Alternatively, it could indicate deep fears or anxieties that need addressing rather than burying. The reversed Moon urges honesty with yourself – confront your fears directly, and you’ll rob them of their power over you, bringing light to the darkness.

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The secrets of this card for heart, mind and soul.

Love: In love, The Moon casts a silver veil of dreams and uncertainty. Emotions run deep as tides of passion and fear ebb and flow; you might sense something unspoken or find your imagination weaving hopes and worries in equal measure. This card signifies a time of mystery in romance — trust your instincts and move slowly, for all is not as it seems. By navigating the shadows with intuition and tenderness, you can find a profound understanding between two hearts even in uncertain light.

Career: In your career, The Moon shrouds the path ahead in mist. Work situations might feel confusing or unstable; perhaps not all facts are known, or mixed messages create doubt about the right direction. This is a time to rely on intuition in professional matters — proceed with caution and careful observation. Allow your creative instincts to guide you through the fog, and be patient until clarity returns with the dawn, bringing the truth of your situation to light.

Spirituality: Spiritually, The Moon guides you through the realm of the subconscious and the shadow self. You may experience vivid dreams, intuition heightened by the moonlight of your mind, or find yourself facing fears and illusions that have long been hidden. It’s a journey through twilight where not everything is clear, urging you to trust your deeper senses. By embracing the mystery and doing shadow work (exploring the parts of yourself you usually hide), you emerge with a richer intuition and a more integrated soul.