What does the Eight of Swords mean in a reading about anxiety?

Hi all,

I recently got a tarot reading focused on my ongoing anxiety, and the reader pulled the Eight of Swords when addressing my current mental state. In my experience, this card often seems to symbolize feeling trapped or stuck, especially mentally. But I’m curious how others interpret it specifically related to anxiety or emotional blocks. Does it usually suggest that the situation needs active effort to change, or is it more about having patience and waiting for clarity to come?

I appreciate hearing different takes since I’m trying to understand what steps to take next.