The Emperor in 5 Minutes

The Emperor Upright: After the production of the Empress comes the construction of the emperor. A pioneer, leader, boss, architect, person with great authority. The traditional father figure. Masculinity. Extremely stable, familiar with power, draped with responsibility. Also represents driving ambition, mind-over-matter. Issues of law or can indicate an encounter with the law. Establishing foundations for now and future generations. A strong person who relies on their judgement. Not easily swayed or influenced. Creating and protecting a group, person or organization. Building, creating laws, rules, and healthy parameters for all to adhere to. Gravitas. Best Course of Action: Lead with authority. Establish structures and processes in your life, the lives of others, or your organization. Commit to protecting others and yourself. Wear your armour and tap into your authority. Do not shy away from making the tough decision or assuming the chair of leadership. Implement your plan to scale your mountain or to lead others. Lay down the law with compassion. The Emperor Reversed: Unable to follow through on the difficult decisions required of leadership. Feeling the burden of responsibility. Someone or something in your life might be becoming an unbearable burden. Immaturity. Someone not self-sufficient in your life could become a great burden. Misdirected or abuses of power, either by you or one close to you. Proceeding down the wrong path. A bad teacher or unfair boss. You or someone else cannot hear wise counsel. Toxic masculinity, someone misdirecting their power. Can simply mean you do not have the power to change an unfair or burdensome situation at this time. Best Course of Action: Now is not the time to lead, you do not have the needed power or authority to complete your desired task. Can be a call to relinquish power or authority to another. Do not assume anymore more responsibilities, you have too many as it is. If this represents another in your life, be careful. Their intentions may not be honorable OR this can simply indicate a strong person who is in difficulty. In some situations, you may have to be “The Bad Guy.” Proceed cautiously if you feel this is the case. Make sure you are not acting out of ill intent.