This card indicates conflict in your life. Worse yet, it is closely associated with defeat. It is likely that the defeat will be traumatic, and you will need to retreat and regroup. You may have suffered injury to your pride or self-esteem, but the Five of Swords is also a warning of a potential to get caught in the cycle. Handle defeat with grace, move on, and success will come to you.
Key interpretations:
In this position, the card reveals:
Your financial difficulties have been brought on by an unrealistic attitude. To avoid more in the future, be more realistic, and research your investments more thoroughly.