Two (II) of Pentacles – Financial Decisions/Juggling
Keywords
Material Decisions, Financial Decisions, Juggling Finances, Cash-Flow, Balancing, Juggling Life, Ups and Downs, Kept on Your Toes, Money Coming and Going, Money Transfers, Money Doubling, Financial Stress, Mood fluctuations, Paperwork, Stock Market, Profit and Loss, Writing, Publishing, Journalism, Circulation
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In the Two of Pentacles we meet the young ambitious man who seized the Pentacle in the Ace and is now doing everything he can to make it work for him. He has a long-term goal for his Pentacle and he accepts that he will have to work hard to get achieve it.
It is hard work for sure. As we enter the scene we see him hop from foot to foot while he juggles two Pentacles. One Pentacle is higher than the other and surrounding them is a figure of eight loop, the infinity symbol which is also known as the Lemniscate. This represents the endless flow of energy. All energy is recycled whether it is good or bad for energy is simply energy and cannot be destroyed. What goes around comes around and the cycle continues on and on forever. It is how we use energy that is important.
Money is also an energy and as we all know, what comes into one hand has a habit of going out in the other rather quickly. It is the same money going around and around, being passed from one person to another in exchange for goods or services. Unless this cycle is maintained then commerce and trade will collapse. In order to make money we often have to spend it first. Energy begets Energy and Money begets more Money. It is a well-known fact that those who have a lot of money can easily make more. However, sometimes it is a small investment that gets the ball rolling and creates momentum in the cycle. This man may have started with just One Pentacle but he knows that if he invests or uses it wisely he can make it double if not more.
For those who have a lot of money to invest, they can sit back and watch their money grow without making too many personal sacrifices. It is not the same for this man. He had just one Pentacle to start with and the clothes he stood up in. He knows what he wants of his Pentacle but he is taking a big risk. If he gets this wrong, he has lost everything and has nothing to fall back on, but should he succeed then the sky is the limit and he will be a very happy and financially successful man.
So, here we see him trying to make his Pentacle work for him. It looks like he has already had some success with it as he now has two, but it does seem to be taking its toll on him. He looks down at the lower Pentacle which represents the money that is going out. His face looks tense and strained. He has a lot of financial decisions to make and no matter how hard he tries to hold onto money he seems to be spending more than he is earning. As he hops from foot to foot we can see that it is all a bit of a juggle at the moment.
The man’s brown over-garments and green shoes symbolise his connection with the Element of Earth. His red under-garments stand for the passion and energy he is putting into controlling his finances.
In the background we see ships with their cargo ride out the high tides suggesting trade and commerce. He needs those ships to dock safely or to reach their intended destination on time and in one piece for they may contain goods he has ordered or stock for his customers. His cash-flow may be stretched to the limit at the moment and he may be walking a bit of a tightrope financially. He is worried that there may not be enough money or indeed enough of him (Pentacles also represent the physical body) to go around. He needs to keep those Pentacles in the air and moving. It is all a bit of a gamble really and as Pentacles do not like to take risks, this will be a very difficult time for him.
He may indeed have cash-flow problems but with a bit of hard work and effort he can keep afloat. The clear blue skies in the background suggest that the situation is not very serious. If he was to look out to sea he could see for himself that although his ships sail upon rough seas they are quite able to manage the Ups and Downs of the huge waves.
This is only a temporary stage but the man doesn’t seem to have the time to properly evaluate the situation for what it is. He is being kept on his toes and with the many demands in his life. In the Two of Pentacles this man learns how to multi task and how to adapt to anything that is thrown at him. It is giving him valuable tools for the future. Like the ups and downs he will experience in life he realises that money is no different. There will be times when it flows smoothly and times when it appears to dry up altogether. If things are tight at the moment he must make the necessary cut-backs here and there to balance things out and keep it moving. However, not everyone is good at achieving this.
The man in the Two of Pentacles needs to find balance and moderation in his life too. All work and no play made Jack a dull boy. If he allows no time for relaxation or fun, he is liable to become tired and tense and he may find his mood fluctuates like the waves behind him, up one day and down the next.
Two (II) of Pentacles
Keywords
Material Decisions, Financial Decisions, Juggling Finances, Cash-Flow, Juggling Life, Balancing, Ups and Downs, Kept on Your Toes, Money Coming and Going, Money Transfers, Money Doubling, Financial Stress, Mood fluctuations, Paperwork, Stock Market, Profit and Loss, Writing, Publishing, Journalism, Circulation
Meaning
The Two of Pentacles is mainly a card about finances and generally relates to decisions to be made in that area. There will be tension and stress in relation to decisions around finances as it is bound to involve a large sum of money. You may be deciding on whether you can afford to buy that house, car or whether you should save some more. You may be examining the costs of getting married. If you do decide to spend, will it leave you too financially vulnerable? You will have to weigh up the pros and cons and see if you will have enough to go around. Whatever you are purchasing may have extra costs attached so get your figures straight.
This card deals with the ups and downs of keeping in control of your finances and your life. When this card appears in a finance spread it can indicate that you are going through a temporary period where there seems to be more money going out then coming in. You may be struggling with bills and trying to work out who to pay first. You are bound to be stressed and fear that there will not be enough to go around. You may need to make some cut-backs and tighten your belt where finances are concerned to get through this rough patch. It may be necessary to take on some extra work or more overtime to clear the backlog of bills and debts. However, when this card is in the upright it indicates that you can manage it even if seems overwhelming at the moment and it won’t be forever. You just have to keep on top of things and let nothing slide. You may have a tendency to worry excessively about money and things may not be as bad as you think so try to calm down.
The Two of Pentacles also relates to your physical life and it can suggest that you are finding it all a bit of a struggle at present. You may be juggling several things at the moment and feel your life is bogged down with demands and commitments such as work, relationships, family, study. You may feel that you have too many balls in the air which you fear will come crashing down at any moment. You are bound to feel exhausted and over-worked. Your moods may be affected by it all.
The Two of Pentacles can also suggest the sideways movement of money, as in transferring money from one account to another. There is also the possibility of doubling your money as the Pentacles in the infinity symbol reminds us of the embryo splitting in two to produce twins. This card is often referred to as the profit and loss card and can point to investments and playing the stock market.
In a relationship spread the Two of Pentacles would suggest that a decision regarding finances has to be made. You may be deciding between two prospective partners based on their financial status. Are you saving to get married or to buy a house? Is it costing more than you thought? Can it be afforded? Is it putting a terrible financial strain on you as a couple? You may be juggling finances to pay household bills or be putting a little aside for holidays etc. The Two of Pentacles can also highlight a relationship that literally keeps you on your toes or a partner who is financially draining you. You may be trying to fit a relationship into an already hectic lifestyle and are finding it hard to find the time for it.
Sometimes the Two of Pentacles can suggest juggling two relationships but this is more strongly linked to its reversed aspect. You would need to look to surrounding cards to determine if there is any need for concern.
In a career reading the Two of Pentacles traditionally suggested working as a writer or in the publishing business. The type of writing suggested by this Two would be journalism and reporting as we see the young reporter being kept on his toes running from one assignment to another in order to get the latest hot story. With the infinity symbol, the circulation of writing is suggested so you might be advertising, promoting your business or circulating your manuscript to publishing houses.
The Two of Pentacles may represent a fledgling business that is struggling to get off the ground or stay afloat. Great effort is being put into making it a success but cash flow problems may be causing tension and undue stress. You may feel that if you can just get past this stage the money will begin to flow much easier. You may well ask yourself why everything must be such hard work? This card indicates that any financial problems you have at present will settle once you stay adaptable and flexible. Do not make any unnecessary purchases at present. Just keep your head down and the business ticking over for the moment.
However, you may be trying to reach a decision on whether to start your own business or invest in someone else’s. The Two of Pentacles will find you examining your finances to see whether you can afford to or not.
We also see the movement from one career to another. You may be putting money aside to go back to college and re-train. On the other hand you may be juggling two careers.
In work you may feel overloaded with paperwork and deadlines at the moment. Emails fly in and out and the phone never stops ringing. You may feel you have to work harder than everyone else in order to succeed, pay the bills or get recognition.
You may have to choose between two jobs or careers. The decision made will more than likely be based on the financial outcome. You must ask yourself if money is more important to you than job or personal satisfaction? The Two of Pentacles can suggest that you are working as a stockbroker and are keeping a close eye on how the markets are playing.
Reversed
Keywords
Poor Financial Decisions, Financial Mess, Financial Loss, Too Many Balls in the Air, Imbalance, Spreading Yourself or Your Finances too Thin, Overwhelming Demands, Your Ship has Sailed, Rainy Day, No Contingency Plan, Information Overload, Crashing for Exams, Deadlines, Stock Market Crashes,
The Two of Pentacles Reversed often points to making a poor financial decision. There is a chance that you have found yourself in a financial mess of some sort and you cannot meet your commitments. You may have had too many balls in the air and they are all beginning to drop one after another. Have you been spreading yourself too thin either financially or personally? Demands on your resources and life have become excessive. This card highlights a time when you need to pay particular attention to finances and keep your eye on the ball.
The Two of Pentacles often highlights the mistake of overspending. Credit card bills and loan repayments are threatening to break your back and the bank. How did you allow this to happen? You may be finding it difficult to cope with everything during this time. There is more money going out than coming in and the situation is not going to change for some time to come.
You may have been in the money not too long ago but perhaps things have changed. You might have lost your job or have had to take a salary cut. You may have had unforeseen expenses such as having to replace a car or major repair work done on a house. Remember, a low tide always follows a high one and what goes around, comes around. This card in reverse suggests that you may not have put any money aside for rainy day. There may be considerable financial loss. You will have to go back to the Ace and start from scratch. You will have learned a hard lesson from this.
When the Two of Pentacles reverses it may be a sign that you are trying to juggle two relationships. Look to surrounding cards for further evidence of this. You may be guilty of choosing a partner based on their financial status and not compatibility or love. Money issues or the lack of it may be causing tension between a couple. Arguments and petty comments replace conversation and fun. It all seems like hard work with no relief. As a couple you may have overstretched yourself paying for your dream wedding and are now living with the horrendous cost of it all. If you borrowed heavily to buy a house, you might find yourself stuck in negative equity as a result of recession. You may have fallen into arrears with your mortgage and now have to accept that you will never own it or be able to sell it. You may be dating someone who is draining you financially or physically.
The Two of Pentacles Reversed can sometimes highlight a relationship where the finances of one is kept secret from the other. If a relationship or marriage is coming to an end, your partner may be underhandedly transferring money from your joint account into a private one. This is likely to have been going on for some time. Once again look at the other cards in the spread to check for possible signs of deception. You will pick up on these cards as we go along.
In business the Two of Pentacles reversed indicates poor financial decisions. You may have tried to expand your business too fast in the hope of making a quick profit. You might have thrown all your money and resources into the one area leaving you financially exposed and vulnerable. You may be swamped with documents, bills, letters and emails. The ships in the background may not be able to stay afloat. They may be heavily burdened and liable to sink under the strain of it all. It might all come crashing down around you. Cashflow could be causing you major problems. You could be finding it hard to get paid for work done. On the other hand, the Two of Pentacles Reversed can point to underhand business deals and doctoring the accounts.
In work there may be problems with a computer crash and files not backed up. You may feel overloaded with paperwork and deadlines. You may have taken on too much or possibly too much is expected of you. You might be expected to do three people’s work and feel exhausted or perhaps you have turned into a workaholic and can’t get enough of it.
When the Two of Pentacles Reverses caution is required if investing or buying and selling shares. You could be over playing the stock market and taking a gamble with high-risk shares. You could potentially make a huge mistake or error of judgment. You could lose not only your own money but others may suffer as a result too. Don’t be swayed, tempted or convinced by a hot tip. If it looks too good to be true, then it probably is. The low tide suggested by this reversed two lessens the abundant financial energies and major losses may very well occur. You will then have to go back to the Ace and start all over again.
The Two of Pentacles Reversed, often comes up for students who have not being keeping up with their studies. We then see in this card a student crashing for exams and suffering from information overload.
In the other extreme of The Two of Pentacles Reversed we see someone who won’t spend a penny. Meanness, tightness and greed may be apparent. This card is also a Stage Card, so all this fuss about having no money may all be an act. Someone may be making out that they have less than they do and putting on the poor mouth.
When we next visit the Pentacles in Card 3 we will find out if this man has managed to survive his financial struggle. Will he be ‘down and out’ or ‘up and coming’?
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