Relationships · 7 positions
Tree of lovers: seven cards
Tree of lovers: seven cards explores two perspectives, the relationship, actions and changes. The diagram identifies 7 roles; the instructions explain how to draw and read them.
Practice deck: all 78 RWS cards
Version and dealing convention
This page defines one numbered version. The local exercise uses the displayed deck and draw method; other traditions may change the arrangement or roles. Agree on the version before drawing.
A question to try
What would you like to examine about two perspectives, the relationship, actions and changes?
Before you draw
- Write one open question and define its scope. Keep factual questions separate from symbolic reflection.
- Choose the position order and decide whether to include reversals before drawing.
- Read each card in its role, then compare the positions. Note uncertainty and one practical next question.
Position guide
- 1
Your attitude to the other person
Use this role to explore “Your attitude to the other person” in the context of the whole layout, rather than treating the card as a standalone conclusion.
- 2
Their attitude to you
Use this role to explore “Their attitude to you” in the context of the whole layout, rather than treating the card as a standalone conclusion.
- 3
Your view of the relationship
Use this role to explore “Your view of the relationship” in the context of the whole layout, rather than treating the card as a standalone conclusion.
- 4
Their view of the relationship
Use this role to explore “Their view of the relationship” in the context of the whole layout, rather than treating the card as a standalone conclusion.
- 5
Your action or attitude
Use this role to explore “Your action or attitude” in the context of the whole layout, rather than treating the card as a standalone conclusion.
- 6
Changes linked to their response
Use this role to explore “Changes linked to their response” in the context of the whole layout, rather than treating the card as a standalone conclusion.
- 7
Possible relationship outcome
Use this role to explore “Possible relationship outcome” in the context of the whole layout, rather than treating the card as a standalone conclusion.
How to connect the positions
Reading sequence (read grouped roles together as explained below): 1 → 2 → 3 → 4 → 5 → 6 → 7
Combine 1+3+5 for your perspective and action; combine 2+4+6 as questions to explore through conversation. Read 7 after comparing both groups. Unlike the five-card tree of love, this version has seven roles.
What to watch for
A symbolic interpretation does not establish hidden facts or guarantee an outcome. Separate observations from assumptions and use direct communication for questions involving another person.
Your practice
Practise this spread
Draw distinct cards to practise matching a meaning to a position. Read the prompts and compare them with the complete card meanings.
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