Hanged Man
Upright: Pause, surrender, letting go, new perspectives
Reversed: Delays, resistance, stalling, indecision
The Hanged Man reminds you that sometimes you have to put everything on hold before you can take the next step. The Hanged Man calls you to release the old mental models and behavioral patterns that no longer serve you. When the Hanged Man appears in a Tarot reading, your projects and activities may be coming to an unexpected and abrupt halt. Don't keep pushing forward, hoping that more force will drive you to where you want to go. Instead, surrender to the opportunity to pause and view it as your chance to reassess and re-evaluate where you are on your path. The Hanged Man is your invitation to welcome these pauses with open arms and surrender to the 'what is'-even if it's different from what you expected. Take time away from your routine to connect with a new way of thinking and seeing. This is the Universe's way of helping you see new perspectives and preparing you for the next leveling up that is happening in your life. Don't push or resist, instead allow the opportunities to flow smoothly and effortlessly to you.
The Hanged Man here is female. Her white hair indicates she has passed through wisdom's door. She hangs from a dead tree branch, wearing a skull bodysuit that entwines with her hair and masks her face. She is surrounded by black leaves that have taken on the form of crows, often associated with death. The hanged "man" has stepped out of ordinary time and into eternal time. Despite being tied, the hanged "man" hangs freely, suggesting a more open attitude towards life restrictions. The feet positioning indicate our true roots. What sacrifices are you making? Do you need to honor yourself by doing something unconventional? What truth are you surrendering to?
Elemental: Water.