The Eight of Swords represents feeling trapped or restricted, often by your own thoughts and fears. This card appears when you're limiting yourself with negative thinking or when you feel stuck in a situation you can't escape. The Eight of Swords reminds us that many of our limitations are self-imposed - the ropes that bind us are often of our own making. There's a sense of frustration here, as if you're your own worst enemy. This card encourages you to challenge your limiting beliefs and remember that you have more power than you think.