Closure, defensiveness. Distrust of others due to negative past experiences. Hiding one’s emotions under guise of rational criticism.
(similar to upright) Struggle. Someone putting up a fight against many opponents. Obstinacy, endurance, keeping one’s position in a conflict situation. A difficult combat with an uncertain outcome.
Crossroads. Several options or ways to choose from. Every course offers benefits. A brief encounter with someone going his own way. Blocking an opponent’s line of advance.