If you’ve ever pulled the Empress tarot card and instantly felt warm, glowy, and a little extra divine, you’re not alone. She’s that card. The one that feels like a warm hug, a fresh garden bloom, and a “you got this” all rolled into one.

But what does the Empress tarot card actually mean—and how can you bring her magic into your everyday life?

Let’s break her down: symbolism, meanings (upright and reversed), and how to embrace her Empress energy in practical, modern ways. Whether she shows up in your reading or you just want to call in more softness, creativity, and goddess vibes, this is your guide to one of the most iconic cards in the Tarot deck.

Who Is The Empress in Tarot?

The Empress is card number III (3) in the Major Arcana. She represents divine femininity, abundance, fertility, creativity, and nurturing energy. Think of her as the embodiment of Mother Earth, goddess energy, and sensual empowerment.

She’s usually pictured on a throne surrounded by lush nature, wheat fields, and flowing water—symbolizing growth, life, and emotional flow. Often, she’s also wearing a crown of 12 stars, connecting her to the cycles of the moon and astrological wisdom.

The Empress Tarot Card Meaning (Upright)

Pulling the Empress upright is basically a cosmic green light. It’s the universe saying: you are fertile ground for something beautiful.

Upright Keywords:

🌸 Fertility (creative or literal)
🌸 Nurturing yourself and others
🌸 Beauty and sensuality
🌸 Flow, abundance, and growth
🌸 Pregnancy, motherhood, or divine feminine energy

Whether you’re working on a creative project, tending to your body, or birthing new ideas, this card reminds you to trust your natural rhythms and embrace ease over hustle.

Modern Life Translation:

• Start a passion project you’ve been sitting on

• Cook a meal that nourishes both body and soul

• Redecorate your space to reflect more beauty and comfort

• Slow down and actually enjoy your morning tea

This boho Empress Tarot wall print makes a dreamy altar piece or bedroom décor—it’s a beautiful visual reminder to embrace her energy every day.

The Empress Tarot Card Meaning (Reversed)

When reversed, the Empress might be showing you where you’re out of alignment with your own care, creativity, or sensuality.

Reversed Keywords:

💫 Creative blocks
💫 Burnout or emotional depletion
💫 Neglecting self-care or personal needs
💫 Co-dependency or smothering energy

If you’ve been pouring into others but leaving your own cup empty, this card is a gentle nudge to turn that nurturing love inward.

Modern Life Translation:

• Stop people-pleasing and say no (guilt-free!)

• Reclaim time for yourself without apologizing

• Take a long bath, eat something nourishing, or just nap—seriously

This self-care guided journal is perfect for reconnecting with yourself and tapping back into your inner Empress after burnout.

How to Channel Empress Energy Daily

You don’t need to be a literal mom or a professional artist to embrace Empress energy. It’s a mindset—and a way of life. Here’s how to bring her vibe into your everyday world:

1. Create Something (Anything!)

The Empress is ruled by Venus, the planet of art and beauty. Whether it’s doodling in your planner, baking bread, painting your nails, or writing poetry, creation = devotion when it comes to this card.

Try This:

• Make a playlist that feels like pure Empress energy

• Craft a spell jar for abundance and keep it on your desk

• Plant something (even just a potted herb)

This mini spell jar kit is a fun, easy way to get creative while doing a little energy work.

2. Ground Yourself in Sensory Pleasure

The Empress lives through the senses—taste, touch, smell, sound, sight. One of the best ways to honor her is by slowing down and truly experiencing your environment.

Ideas:

• Drink your morning tea slowly, noticing the flavor and warmth

• Wear fabrics that feel good on your skin

• Light a candle and play music while you cook

Our own Deity Candles are perfect for chanelling empress energy! Think cashmere, sandalwood, and vanilla to set the mood.

3. Practice Sacred Self-Care

Self-care isn’t selfish—it’s sovereign. The Empress reminds you that you are worth tending to. Nourish your body. Honor your rest cycles. Luxuriate a little.

💄 Take a few extra minutes to moisturize.
🧴 Add essential oils to your skincare.
🛏️ Make your bed an altar to rest.

🛍️ Amazon Find: This rose quartz facial roller feels like a mini massage and is perfect for adding a little self-love to your mornings.

4. Work With Empress-Friendly Crystals

If you’re building a tarot-themed altar or doing intention work, these crystals carry Empress energy:

🔮 Rose or Clear Quartz – love, self-worth, beauty
🔮 Carnelian – creativity, fertility, passion
🔮 Labradorite – feminine cycles, intuition
🔮 Amethyst – abundance and heart healing

We have some absolutely STUNNING crystals that are perfect for chanelling Empress energy!

5. Pull Her Into Your Tarot Practice

Try pulling a daily card and asking yourself: How can I show up like The Empress today?

You can even do a full Empress-inspired spread, like:

• What am I currently creating?

• What needs more nurturing in my life?

• How can I embody more divine feminine energy?

• What’s blocking my flow?

• How can I call in abundance?

This gorgeous, feminine tarot cloth sets the scene for an intentional, feminine-focused reading.

Final Thoughts: The Empress Is Already Within You

Pulling the Empress Tarot card isn’t about being soft or passive—it’s about being powerful in your nurturing. Grounded in your beauty. Creative on your own terms. This card says, “You are already enough—and the world needs your presence, not just your productivity.”

So wear your comfiest robe. Brew that luxurious tea. Set your intentions and take up space. You’re the Empress of your own life—and that crown looks good on you. 👑