The Empress, when reversed, represents a period of imbalance and neglect of the feminine qualities. It suggests a time of insecurity, lack of self-confidence, and perhaps, an overbearing nature. It may also point towards a phase of stagnation and discord. When related to love, it implies a past where emotional suppression was prevalent, possibly leading to disharmony in relationships.
In the past, you might have acted as someone else, hiding your true personality to please others, especially in romantic relationships. This act of hiding your true self may have attracted numerous suitors, but they were charmed by the mask you wore, not the person behind it.
There may have been a relationship where you bottled up your feelings, afraid that expressing your true emotions might disturb the equilibrium of the relationship. This fear of rejection or adverse reaction led to an emotional imbalance, which reflected negatively on the relationship.
At times, you may have been overbearing, stemming from the insecurities within you. This tendency might have created a negative impact on your relationships in the past, driving a wedge between you and your loved ones.
For some of you, the card could indicate a past struggling with the empty-nest syndrome. This could have been a significant issue affecting your personal relationships, leading to a sense of loss, loneliness, and emotional imbalance.
Lastly, this card might hint at a past where you neglected your feminine side, focusing excessively on the materialistic and intellectual facets of life. This neglect might have led to a lack of balance in your relationships, causing disharmony and dissatisfaction.