Upright Meaning:
In a family reading, the Four of Swords may be telling you that it is time to take a break from your family dynamic for the time being, as you could be beginning to become overwhelmed with stress in this area. Ask your family to give you some time every day to be alone, or take a solo vacation if you are able to.
Find interests outside of your family that you can connect with on a solo level. Taking this time out for yourself will allow you to be the best version of yourself within the family unit overall.
Reversed Meaning:
In a family-centered reading, the Four of Swords reversed can indicate that you are feeling burnt out on your familial duties and could be about to snap. If that’s not the case, a reversed card means that you are slowly integrating yourself back into the family unit after a period of rest.