Bad luck, disaster, catastrophic change. Often we refuse to let go of our self-delusion without literally having it torn away from us. And so, one way or another, the Tower brings us release from our stagnant condition.

Fortunately, the Tower is most often only a warning that a volatile situation is about to explode. If you haven't already learned the hard way, chances are that something major needs to shift. Some genuine soul-searching can save a lot of anguish. If you don't take action now, be prepared for the worst.

Sometimes the Tower's teaching comes as a flash of insight, helping us to see exactly what needs to change. This revelation can come at any time and in any form, so be prepared for guidance from unexpected places. And you would be wise to give up your ideas of how things should turn out, for the way down from the Tower is bound to be full of surprises.