Combination of card Eight of Swords and card Queen of Pentacles
High self-confidence and self-respect shown by the Queen of Pentacles combine with the limitations and fears of the Eight of Swords. This may indicate that you need to trust yourself and your abilities more to overcome your limitations and fears. In practice, this might mean that you can handle problems at work or in your personal life if you believe in your abilities and don't let fears and doubts stand in your way. For instance, if you're afraid to start a new project due to fear of failure, the Queen of Pentacles reminds you of your potential and ability to overcome obstacles.
Combination of reversed card Eight of Swords and card Queen of Pentacles
But if the Queen of Pentacles is reversed and the Eight of Swords is upright, it may mean that you overestimated your abilities or didn't consider all the factors leading to limitations. You might have encountered an obstacle that exceeded your abilities, or you allowed emotions to cloud your judgment. In any case, it's a call for realism and analysis of the situation.
Combination of card Eight of Swords and reversed card Queen of Pentacles
If both cards are reversed, it indicates an unexpected overcoming of fears and limitations. You might have turned the situation to your advantage and used your obstacles as motivation for growth and development. This could relate to any area of your life - from work and career to personal relationships and self-improvement.
Combination of reversed card Eight of Swords and reversed card Queen of Pentacles
When the Queen of Pentacles is upright and the Eight of Swords is reversed, it indicates the ability to handle difficulties and overcome your fears. Your self-confidence and strong belief in your abilities help you tackle any obstacles in your path. This can relate to any area of your life, from work and career to personal relationships and self-development. For example, you might overcome the fear of public speaking or manage a major project at work.