As the Sun Card, the Eight of Diamonds has the opportunity to rise to great heights in this life. Regardless of whether or not they make the move for great fame, they are always respected and looked up to in their work. They love to 'shine' and be noticed by others and have a great deal of leadership ability. These people are powerful and can be dominating if their power becomes an addiction. Much of their karma is worked out through power and control struggles with others. They dislike being controlled and try to maintain this same control in their relationships at the same time. They are especially reliable in handling the financial affairs of others. Invariably, they end up being in charge of their own family's estate.

They have an independent and sometimes 'pushy' nature. They know what everything is worth and can drive a hard bargain. To many Eight of Diamonds, power means having and spending money. The female Eight of Diamonds are especially known to be able to spend huge sums of money quickly. These are the 'power shoppers' of the deck. The slogan, "When the going gets tough, the tough go shopping", was probably written by an Eight of Diamonds woman.

They have good minds and a keen desire to learn new things. If they are willing to work for it, there is little they cannot achieve and few problems they cannot overcome. They have the power to conquer and rule and as long as it is not misused, it will bring them satisfaction. Some Eight of Diamonds are afraid or unwilling to take on the responsibility and thus forfeit much of their God-given talent and potential. This is the Sun Card and they need to shine.

Some of the Eight of Diamonds Issues Concerning Relationships

Eight of Diamonds are natural performers and usually are well liked by everyone they meet. In certain situations, they will meet with a nemesis - someone who they engage in power struggles. But overall, this person will be someone that gets along with everyone they associate with.