Everyone needs a friend who is calls it as she sees it, offering razor-sharp yet practical advice, constructive criticism with a side of astute observations. Maybe she even verges on too blunt at times, but this is the friend who you never have to question is authentic. You know she'd never talk behind your back, because if she's got an issue, she'll tell you immediately. What’s the point of a fake friend anyway? She may not be warm and fuzzy, but she is true blue and she loves you quite a bit. She shows her care through her honesty, even if the truth hurts a teeny bit at first.
This friend I’m describing is none other than the icy cool Queen of Swords. When she appears in a tarot reading, you know it’s time for a little tough love. You must see your situation clearly, free of emotions. We all want clarity, and the Queen of Swords helps us find it.
Queen of Swords Keywords
Independent, honest, clear communication, truth-telling, no-nonsense, boundaries, discernment, direct, intelligent, fair, cold, poor communication, lack of empathy, vindictive, cruel, gossip
Queen of Swords Upright Meaning
Clear communication is a superpower in any situation! It works wonders in both your professional and personal life, so knowing what you want to say and how to say it is always a good thing. Express your truth, choose your words wisely, and say what you truly want to say without second-guessing yourself. You have something worthy and valuable to share, and others want to listen. And TBH, you don’t need to soften your email by adding "lol" or a bunch of exclamation points at the end. This isn’t about being likable; it’s about being honest. People respect authenticity far more than people-pleasing, gossip, and phoniness. Stop doubting yourself, your capabilities, your ideas, and your opinions. Your point of view is valid and should be shared abundantly.
Queen of Swords Reversed Meaning
I’m going to let you in on a little secret: It’s okay to rock the boat sometimes. If you try to go with the flow and follow what everyone else is doing, eventually it becomes maddening. It's impossible to satisfy everyone's expectations of you, and it's not worth sacrificing your own desires. This is your cosmic sign to not let others’ emotions influence your decisions. Stop saying yes when you actually want to say no. Be more assertive!
If you don’t apply some of this advice to your current situation, it’s only going to get worse and lead to resentment. But you can avoid all the drama by just being honest in the first place. When you turn something down or say no, people might have some temporary disappointment, but that’s okay—you can't please everyone all the time, and right now you need to focus on doing what pleases YOU rather than everyone else. Set some boundaries and uphold them.
















