12 | The Hanged Man

Overview

The Hanged Man embodies surrender, release, and perspective.

He invites you to let go of control, surrender to the flow of life, and gain perspective by looking at something in a different way and embracing moments of reflection.

He encourages you to let go of expectations as you open yourself to new possibilities and ways of thinking that will lead to greater understanding.

Symbolism

The hanging figure represents surrender and sacrifice, while the upside-down figure-eight represents the eternal cycle of life and death. The halo symbolizes enlightenment, and the tree represents growth and renewal. The water represents the subconscious mind and the depths of the psyche.

How to read The Hanged Man reflectively

Ask yourself questions like:

• How would I embody the energy of The Hanged Man?

• If I reversed the situation, how would I feel?

• What is another way I could achieve the outcome I want?

• Who or what could The Hanged Man reflect, and what do I like/dislike about that?