My Ex Reached Out. Should I Reply?

Not immediately. The cards rarely say "don't answer." They say answer when you're steady. Two of Cups means the contact is genuine and worth a real reply. Seven of Swords means there's something he isn't saying, and a fast response hands him the advantage. Read the energy before you type.

If you're unsure what he's actually after, get both perspectives read here:

A client texted me last month: "He just messaged me after seven weeks. What do I do?"

I asked her one thing. If he disappears again after this conversation, will you be okay?

She said she didn't know. So my answer was: wait.

What his message actually means

Page of Cups is a soft opening. He's testing the water, and he's not sure either. That's an honest card, and it's usually worth a calm reply.

The Magician means he's deliberate. He's thought about what to say and why. That's not necessarily bad, but it means he's steering.

Four of Pentacles means he's still guarded. He wants contact on his terms. You'll feel that in the conversation if you're paying attention.

What to do before you answer

Write the reply. Don't send it. Sleep on it. If it still sounds like you on Sunday morning and not like someone hoping to be chosen, send it.

And decide your terms first. Are you okay with a casual check-in, or are you hoping this becomes a reconciliation? Getting back together with an ex starts with a conversation exactly like this one, and it goes better when you already know what you're willing to accept.

Should I reply right away? No. A day of silence won't lose him. Panic will.

What if he only wants attention? Then your calm reply will reveal it faster than any test.