The Four of Swords; Meaning & Interpretation

When I look at The Four Swords, in the Rider Waite Deck (RWD), I put myself immediately in the situation of the prone man lying on the tomb. I feel it's almost too painful to even think outside of my current needs and situation, all I can do is stay alive, barely. If I do attempt anything further those swords might just fall and pierce my brain… so right now it's better to be still and have a time out. In the RWD the time out seems peaceful and there's a nobility about it and the sense of honourable service somehow implied. Definitely a feeling of vigilance and retreat here. However there is also a darker side to this card. We must remember that the swords are the suit of Air. Those four swords are actually 'thoughts', they are not events or circumstances and their power to hurt or affect us is based upon our mental strength. We should be able to shake away those thoughts... but in times of depression that is impossible. To me this card signifies depressive moods and isolating oneself due to prolonged and overwhelming sadness. Still hope remains, despite being locked alone in this dark room with your thoughts, the window view is enough to confirm that vibrant life is going on outside, almost within reach. The universe never gives up on us and a second chance at happiness is always offered. However,