5 Zodiac Signs Who Feel Like They’re Drowning (+ Tarot Advice On Seeing A Fresh Perspective)

The tarot has identified Taurus, Gemini, Scorpio, Capricorn, Aquarius as zodiac signs who are feeling overwhelmed and unable to see the entire situation so they can make an informed decision on what to do.

Our tarot reader has done tarot readings for these signs. The three cards in the reading represent the situation being experienced, specific challenges that are being faced, and opportunities that are being presented.

Taurus

There are two sevens in your reading, Taurus, so be mindful of what your feelings are when you feel vulnerable or like you’re losing control. Mastery isn’t just about external skill, but internal management. 

Situation: The Moon. The world of intuition and dreams operates under different and unsettling rules, and plunging into the mysteries of intuition can open your mind to fear as much as the sacred. To understand the messages from your intuitive self means having an established, internal language of symbols that you can interpret.

Challenges: Seven of Pentacles. Understanding the long-term view and putting in the hard work is your natural mode, Taurus. You’re diligent and have the resilience to persevere. At issue, however, is your ability to be patient and to allow things to develop. Trust the process – more importantly, trust yourself. 

Opportunities: Seven of Cups. There’s so much opportunity around you it’s hard to pick a place to start. You truly have the capability right now to make your wildest dreams come true, as long as it’s in alignment with your sense of purpose. 

Gemini

With two wand cards in your reading, it’s an indication that the fire of creative energy is prevalent in both the situation and opportunities you face. 

Situation:10 of Wands, Reversed. At first, it can feel like ‘just let me do it’ is the answer to making sure that things are done exactly the way you need. Unfortunately, that most often leads to taking on too much. Trust those around you – allow them to help you carry the burdens forward. If you can’t find a way to delegate, burnout will be the inevitable result.

Challenges: Queen of Pentacles, Reversed. One of the challenges for you is that you’re used to doing things for yourself. The level of independence you’ve achieved often leads to feelings of isolation. Regardless of how independent you are, no person is an emotional island.

Opportunities: Knight of Wands. You are often at your best when you allow yourself to be consumed with passion for what you’re doing, and to embrace the adventure of the creation process. 

Scorpio

You’ve got money and financial stability on your mind, Scorpio. Open your perspective by engaging in some personal creative pursuits focused on the product instead of the process. Don’t allow your concerns about the fiscal to overwhelm your creative instincts and spiritual growth.

Situation: 6 of Wands, Reversed. There’s a type of egoism that collapses in on itself, causing a severe lack of confidence. Take a moment and consider what sort of external validation you are seeking, and why. How can you work to validate your feelings and understand your value? 

Challenges: 5 of Pentacles. Financial woes not only leave us feeling isolated, but can change our mindset from one of positive abundance to one of failure and lack. Instead of focusing on what you don’t have, try to reframe your feelings the best you can. There may be opportunities nearby that you are missing if you can’t keep your mind focused on the present instead of your anxieties and feelings of insecurity.

Opportunities: Queen of Pentacles, Reversed. You’ve done so much for yourself, and you should take time to recognize just how far you’ve come.

Capricorn

There are two cups in this reading which is a good indication that your emotions are taking center stage. You may have some repressed feelings that you need to address, or you may find that there are feelings that you have that deserve your validation.

Situation: Four of Swords, Reversed. You’ve worked your way past exhaustion and into burnout. The amount of work that you’ve taken on, coupled with your inability to get adequate rest are impacting your ability to see with the clarity you deserve. 

Challenges: 8 of Cups. The disappointment that you feel over how things have turned out is what keeps you trying for a better outcome, but you need to understand that there are times when you must rest and sharpen your saw. Instead of choosing yourself and your mental health, you’re far more likely to choose to try and intervene in long-term situations that you feel invested in. Choose yourself.

Opportunities: Queen of Cups. This is a wonderful time for you to learn to treat yourself with compassion and respect. Allow yourself to invest the same nurturing and healing energy into yourself that you would give to others. 

Aquarius

With its big moment energy, the Tower dominates this reading. Don’t let the fact that there are also two wands get lost. While you’re going through these big, challenging moments of life upheavals – allow yourself to turn to the comforting feelings of empowerment creativity can give.

Situation: 5 of Wands. There’s a point at which a healthy rivalry and friendly competition turns into something with a lot more bite and a bit more cruelty. Instead of the positive experience of driving each other to excel, it turns toxic and introduces tension and strife.

Challenges: The Tower. You’re already dealing with so many challenges – and so much drastic, sudden change. It feels like the rug has been pulled out from under you – a seismic shift has occurred that has made you rethink everything you use to trust, including the solid ground beneath your feet. It’s a harsh, but necessary, awakening. If you can recover and process the experience, you can turn it into a deep insight into the workings of the world.

Opportunities: Knight of Wands. Be fearless in your craft and creations, and take inspired action to create the world you want to live in.