The Hanged Man — Meanings, Symbols & Correspondences

Surrender to perspective—stopping unlocks the insight to move wisely.

halo, leg-crossed figure, tree, calm face

Upright Meanings

Choose the pause; a fresh angle reveals the path.

Patience heals; release control and listen.

Reframe goals; stop pushing what resists.

Hold steady; don’t force big moves yet.

Contemplative, yielding, spiritually attuned.

Trade urgency for clarity; then act cleanly.

Stagnation or martyrdom. End the unproductive wait.

Mixed signals; name the limbo and decide.

Opportunity costs mount; pick a path.

Drift spending; set an intentional plan.

Resentful denial of needs; speak up.

Unhook from sacrifices that don’t serve growth.