Balance, peace, patience and moderation along with inner calm, harmonious relationships along with a clear minded approach and a level temperament is a good sign that Temperance is in play. It can also signify that you are feeling content, you are in touch with yourself and your moral compass is pointing true. When Temperance is presented to you, if you are not experiencing these attributes then look top someone close to you offering advise, it will be worth listening to.

REVERSED-
Temperance reversed is painful to many. So close to the peaceful Temperance but not quite there. There is an overindulgence in your life. Maybe you think you have earned it, maybe you have earned something special but too much of a good thing can be a bad thing. Balance your budget, your spending habits, your consumption habits, your entertainment habits. Balance is still key when Reverse Temperance is out. Do less speaking and more listening... that one change can change the way you look at everything. Slow down, sit back and watch your life for a moment. It will show you what is really going on if you can stay out of the way for a little while.