For example, this could be a person who blocks your path to happiness, love or success. It continues to follow you and cause problems. The card in a reversed position also speaks of a conflict that you cannot avoid. You want to end the conflict, forgive each other and move on to a new stage. Most likely, you understand that your efforts are in vain. You and your opponent are fighting to find out in the end that you have lost more than you got you both feel like an idiot. The Five of Swords reversed means battles with no winners. Ask yourself, if your point of view is more important than the relationships with your friends and colleagues.
You may even feel that you are losing people around you, and those who remained are uncertain about you. This battle has taken a lot from you, starting with the resources and ending with the respect of others. In case you quit the battle with a victory, the Five of Swords says that you have lost more than your opponent. It is better to agree with the opponent or get away from the discussion initially not to lose self-control. Choose battles wisely to live more peacefully and maintain good relationships with people. Not all conflicts are worth your attention. The Five of Swords advises not to fight if you can leave without losing the next time. You perceive opponents as a barrier to your happiness. The card may also mean that the cause of the conflict is the desire to achieve success. Try to find common ground with those who you fought with. Maybe, you regret the harsh words you said and actions you did, but you cannot fix it. It appears to those who had disagreements or conflicts and were defeated. Usually, the Five of Swords speaks of failure despite your efforts. This is a symbol of the fact that quiet times have not yet come despite the end of the battle. The hair and clothing of the man with swords are blown by a strong wind, and the sky is cloudy. He turns around and sees his two friends, who are also exhausted by the fight and walking away. We can see a tired and sad man picking up swords he already has 2 of them on his shoulder, and 3 more are on the ground. The Five of Swords shows the battle that took place on the shore and was lost.