carcinya said:
What could the 10 of Swords (clarified by 5 of Pentacles) mean as somebody's thoughts about you?
My first instinct is to say, "Feeling sad and desperate because of a perceived rejection", with an element of overreaction.
Curious to know how you guys would interpret this combo...
Although sometimes we pose a specific question to the cards, they do sometimes bring in other elements that might be contributing to the situation we have asked about, complicates things I know. This is the very reason why we need to ask questions, during readings and why, when we read about another, who is not present, can sometimes reveal more questions than answers.
If there is no history between you that could be connected to the suffering of the ten, then this guy has really been through the wars and this may have nothing to do with you.
Its unfair to assume that there is an element of drama queen about him. Anyone who has come out of a 10 of swords situation, would tell you that it was tough!! Whether anyone else agrees, is neither here nor there, its all relative to the person concerned and their suffering should never be dismissed. This ten is bringing the situation to a close. For him, it couldn't get any worse, however with the 5 as a clarifier, sadly its not going to get any better, any time soon. For me, this ten is reflecting how a painful and difficult situation has come to a head.
This is why this card can sometimes turn up with regards to bereavements and loss, an echoe with the five, don't you think?
He is finding it difficult to let go of this hurt, despite the sword element of this card, it does have very deep emotional consequences for the person concerned. For this reason he finds it difficult to show you any feelings of openness, where upon a friendship or relationship could possibly flourish. The five is an indication of how "out in the cold and hurting" he is feeling, for what ever reason.
Why do you think, he thinks you are unavailable? Are you giving off mixed vibes? Is this why the five is clarifying the ten, I wonder. Maybe its time to be totally open with him and make it clear, one way or the other of your interest or lack off and then follow it up with the appropriate action. Walk away or pursue.