The Tarot is effective because through the correct reading or interpretation of its arcana, fragments of the future can be known or notions of its most immediate destiny can be obtained; and this can serve you, either to correct defects or to promote positive attitudes. In this opportunity he will learn to recognize the meaning of Arcanum XVIII, The Moon, to use it in his life.
This letter symbolizes darkness, indecision, volatility and fickleness, sudden changes of character and inexplicable transformations. The Moon, more and better than anyone, is «lunatic», a term that defines itself and whose meaning we all know. It symbolizes from a mythological perspective the goddesses Artemis, Diana, Isis, Hecate and Zaruna.
When this arcane appears upside down (know that Of all the Tarot cards, it is the most difficult to interpret. because sometimes, even, it is unpredictable, which forces to study very carefully the rest of the cards that accompany it in the spread) It reflects, logically and from the outset, the versatility, the changeable, the variability, the unexpected, the hidden forces, the influence of the Moon and the unconscious in the behavior of the human being.
As a whole, it is not a positive card but a conflictive one. It is always related to problems, frictions, instability at home or in the family, lunatic dreams, unrealities, illusions that do not make the slightest sense, fanciful or utopian situations, a tendency to admit everything that they tell us, however absurd and preposterous it may be. At the same time, he notices falsehoods, abuses of trust, family frustrations, superstitions, and so on, until completing a long list of negativities..
When this arcane appears upside down, initially warns of a temporary state of nervous or mental disturbance. It also refers to personal or professional failures committed by thoughtlessness, apathy or neglect. In this inverted position, the Moon mitigates in part, only in part, the negative effects mentioned above.
From the sexual aspect, makes the person aware of their weakness when rushing headlong after illusory, dangerous and unstable loves. It also talks about secret relationships or sick loves that can cause serious damage to our mental health.
It also points out the lack of responsibility in sexual behavior, lack of common sense when choosing a partner, loves that will end up turning against yourself and strong attraction for forbidden contactspaying more attention to the physical call than to ethical-moral considerations.
In conclusion, if this card appears in your spread, take precautions and be cautious, since it means fickleness, indecision, darkness, betrayals, bad influences and negativity. If it appears upside down, it symbolizes disappointment, although to a lesser degree if it is noticed in time.; correctable errors and impose on the passions.