XII - The Hanged One

The Hanged One dangles precariously from a tree branch, the vines hung loosely around his or her ankle. But the hanged one is not here against their will - in most decks, you can see the vine knots are tied loosely.

The Hanged One is often in this moment by choice, temporarily sacrificing themself for the greater good.
   
Questions answered by The Hanged One:
Who? The person who stands to lose the most, but will do so for the greater good
What? A period of transition
Where? Up high, such as in a tree or on a tall shelf; wherever the sacrifices are made.
When? February-March; After a time-out
Why? Because there is an easy way out, you may only need to wait a bit longer to untangle your cords
Yes or No? Maybe. It is situational
 
What should I clean?

• The fridge
• Dust the door frames and things above you that are not often visible

     
Where are my keys?

• Where work occurs in the kitchen, such as near the sink, stove, or fridge
• Where you last sat down

 
The Hanged One as:
...an action?

• Sacrifice yourself now for a larger reward later
• Meditate

 
...a place in your house?

• The garden
• The fridge or freezer

 
...a place in your city?

• The park
• A homeless camp
• A nonprofit organization

 
...a place in the world?

• Canada
• Catalonia
• A 3rd world country
• HQ of a philanthropy

 
...something to eat?

• Fruit
• Vegetables
• Food that others in the household do not want to eat

 
...a color? Turquoise
 
...a movie theme? Sacrifice, patience

• Prison Break

• Interstellar

• Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse

 
...a new career?

• Psychology
• Pharmacist
• Caregiver
• Artist, Writer, Creative

 
Hanged Man combinations
With Wheel of Fortune: A life transition requires a great sacrifice.
With Nine of Cups: Rewards follow hard work.
With Ten of Wands: The sacrifices being made are too much - pare down.
With Four of Pentacles: Someone martyrs themself for financial gain, but it might not be worth it.
With Five of Swords: Much is lost in a fight or battle.
 
Before any card: A sacrifice must be made for (card)
After any card: Sacrifice, reflection, a momentary pause.
 
The Major Arcana represent significant, unchangeable life events.
The Hanged One could indicate:

• A sacrifice
• A difficult period of one’s life
• A temporary pause
• Something hung