expand your capacity for compassion and healing
Aces are offerings or opportunities of the highest potential of the suit + Cups rule the domain of water, representing our emotional experiences and how we relate to others.
And so the Ace of Cups reminds us to expand our capacity for compassion and fulfillment in whatever situation is coming up (whether toward self or others). It offers us a chance to more deeply consider what we’re available to receive or take part in.
In resistance, we withdraw. Our heart isn’t available for connection with others, this new experience, or acceptance (again, whether socially or of the self).
In excess, we may hold unrealistic ideals in this new experience or relationship. Are we a little starry-eyed?
Questions that we may be prompted to ask when this card comes up include:
- How connected are you with your subconscious parts? How can you better connect with and accommodate their needs ?
- How connected are you with your spirituality or a higher power? What do you hope to cultivate in spiritual practice?
- What parts of you feel the need to protect your heart?
But of course that’s just a beginning. How do you see this card? How has it come up for you? What is your favorite depiction of the Ace of Cups, and how are its shadow aspects portrayed?
ARCANIS TAROT 