Left Side
Left Side is the left half of the cup. Tells of past events, completed processes, and experiences left behind.
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Right Side
The right half of the cup. Represents future events and developments. Symbols are ordered from near future (top) to distant future (bottom).
Opposite Handle
The cup wall opposite the handle. Reflects matters related to the outside world, career, travels, and strangers.
Handle Side
The area near the cup's handle. Represents matters related to home, family, and close environment. Left side symbols relate to home, right side to the outside world.
Cup Rim
The area near the top edge of the cup. Reflects the near future and current situation. Symbols here point to current events and approaching changes.
Cup Bottom
The very bottom of the cup. Represents the past, deep emotions, and subconscious messages. Symbols here typically point to deep-rooted and longstanding matters.
Overview Reading
The technique of evaluating all symbols in the cup as a whole. Rather than focusing on individual symbols, the overall picture, energy flow, and dominant themes are read.