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Minor Arcana · Swords
Nine of Swords
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anxietysleepless nightsworry spiral
At three in the morning every worry looks like a monster, but notice: the swords on the wall aren't touching you. Daylight and a kind conversation will show these fears at their true, much smaller size.
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reliefperspective returnsreaching out
The worst of the worry is passing, and perspective is returning. Share what kept you up at night — spoken fears shrink, and support is closer than the darkness let you believe.