The Devil
- attachment
- desire
- patterns
- shadow
Upright
Something is holding you, and the chain is looser than you think. The Devil shows patterns, desires or habits that feel impossible to break, even though you could walk away. In your question, it is worth looking honestly at what you gain from whatever binds you. Admitting it is the first step.
Reversed
You have started to see the chain, and that is the beginning of freedom. The Devil reversed can show that you are loosening your grip on something that is not good for you. It may also be that the shadow grows stronger when denied. Be honest about what you still long to return to, without shame.