You don't have to read reversed (upside down) meanings into any Tarot card. You are free to simply turn them around and read them with their traditional meanings. However, if you do wish to read reversed cards, you should always read reversed cards. If you flip back and forth between reading reversed meanings and not reading them, you'll only confuse yourself and your cards.
The Chariot has a similar meaning whether upright or reversed. It has a similar meaning whether it's surrounded by positive cards or negative ones. But there are some differences. A battle must be fought and it may take a while before you overcome the problems you're facing. There could be difficulties related to travel and transport in the near future. Another negative feature to this card may be doubtfulness. It may be a good idea to think through any proposed course of action before committing yourself. Either abandon the idea or pursue it with passion. Half measures are not rewarded by this card.
If you'd like to read the Tarot using reversed (upside down) meanings, the Lovers suggest that a current or future love affair will go nowhere and that a romantic fling may be short lived. On the other hand, you might lose out by keeping your real feelings to yourself and playing your cards a little too close to your chest. You could be on the verge of making the wrong choice. You might even be about to make a fool of yourself. Worse yet, you may soon settle for someone who will not be a good match for you. Take care with all your choices in matters of the heard because the decisions you make now will affect the rest of your life.
If you'd like to read reversed (upside down) meanings into Tarot cards, the Hierophant indicates that in all future dealings you must guard against sloppiness and you must do the right thing for the right reasons. You must also guard against being too kind or too generous, especially if you are doing so for the sake of peace. Being too generous can damage you and those you would help with your generosity. Putting your foot down might be a better option. Finally, if you have become stuck in a certain routine or tradition, you will shortly find a way of surprising people when you break out of your comfort zone.
As a Tarot reader, you do not have to read reversed (upside down) meanings into any card. If you do choose to use reversed meanings, you should always use reversed meanings. Don't pick and choose just because you don't like what a particular card tells you.
If you're using reversed meanings, the Emperor relates to the decision making process. If you want to improve your status or financial situation, you must put your shoulder to the wheel because nothing will come along without some hard work. Improvements will come if you work toward them, but they'll take time. Be prepared to wait. Weakness, sickness, or laziness may hold you back. If there is a new person coming into your life, this person may not be all that he or she claims to be.
