The Nine of Cups is a tipping point between emotional fulfillment and the salutary mourning of what no longer serves us. In its positive form, the Nine of Cups embodies emotional and relational completeness. It suggests that our deepest aspirations are realized in a feeling of joy and universal love. In this perspective, the Nine of Cups represents pure altruism and detachment. It invites us to let go completely of what still harms us, to share spontaneously, and to celebrate the simple joys of life. With this card, there are no covetousness or jealousy... The heart simply rejoices. Conversely, its negative aspect reflects our fears and emotional deficiencies. In this case, the Nine of Cups may indicate the refusal to abandon a toxic relationship or to mourn corrupted and harmful feelings. This card then draws our attention to the detrimental attachments we refuse to sever. In the context of a reading, the Nine of Cups signifies the end... or the beginning of an emotional cycle. Depending on the circumstances, it may mean relational flourishing or the need to separate from something... or someone. In this case, it encourages us to resolve our latent emotional and relational conflicts to welcome renewal... with a heart lightened and freed from the weight of our constraints.