The Sun

UPRIGHT MEANING

The Sun upright represents joy, vitality, and the uplifting clarity that comes when everything feels aligned and illuminated. It symbolizes confidence, success, and the pure, uncomplicated happiness that arises from authenticity and openness. This card highlights optimism, growth, and the sense of freedom that comes from stepping fully into your truth. Upright, The Sun encourages celebration, self‑expression, and trust in the positive momentum carrying you forward.

KEYWORDS:

joy, vitality, success, clarity, optimism, confidence, happiness, growth, positivity, freedom, warmth, authenticity, celebration, enlightenment, radiance

REVERSED MEANING

The Sun reversed represents temporary doubt, diminished enthusiasm, or difficulty seeing the bright side of a situation. It can signal feeling drained, overshadowed, or disconnected from your usual sense of clarity and joy. This card may point to unrealistic expectations, blocked creativity, or a need to reconnect with what genuinely lights you up. Reversed, The Sun encourages gentle optimism, renewed self‑care, and rediscovering the small sources of warmth that restore your inner glow.

KEYWORDS:

doubt, low energy, disappointment, blocked joy, confusion, pessimism, insecurity, delays, overshadowed feelings, unrealistic expectations, stagnation, frustration, dimmed enthusiasm, imbalance, muted optimism