Upright Meaning:
When it comes to matters of the heart, the Hanged Man is reminding you that the right timing means everything. Love cannot be rushed and will go at its own speed.
If you are single, the Hanged Man suggests that you often will throw yourself headfirst into love without fully thinking it through. Perhaps you are a romantic at heart and are looking for your soul mate in every person you meet.
This might mean that you have the tendency to rush things, not considering the other person in the relationship. The Hanged Man is asking you to slow down and consider what you actually want from love first. Take time to think about things and what love really means for you.
If you are in a relationship, the Hanged Man is also a sign that you need to slow down. Things might be moving pretty fast and this will cause problems for you both if you don’t consider where it is that you are actually going.
It is a time for communicating with your partner and discussing the next step, rather than just jumping straight in. In the long run, a little bit of hesitation right now might be for the best!
Reversed Meaning:
When the Hanged Man is reversed for a love reading, the Tarot is asking you to discover new ways of being romantic and loving! It is asking you to act, to grow, learn, and change. It is time to let go of old ideals and relationship patterns that aren’t serving you.
If you are single, take some time to assess your attitudes towards love before you enter your next relationship. Try your best to healthy, open, and thoughtful to your romantic partners and let go of any negativity that you might be holding into.
If you are in a relationship you must make sure that you and your partner are both fulfilled and happy, with a balanced and meaningful partnership. Make sure that past problems are truly in the past and allow your relationship to grow and flourish.