WANDS · Five of Wands
Five of Wands Meaning
Five of Wands ｜ Theme of Wands: Passion and action
Upright
Growing togetherClashing viewsLively energy
Views clash because each person holds their own fire. This is a time to sharpen one another.
Star words: “Sparks that fly between us hone our skill”
Reversed
Conflict settlingTired of competing
If you are tired of competing, it is okay to quietly step out of the circle.
Star words: “Lower your wand, and you can hear the wind”
When Five of Wands appears in a Love reading
Upright
Differences of opinion or a rival in love may be on your mind. Instead of comparing, try remembering one charm that is truly yours.
Reversed
You may be tired of arguments and games of push and pull. Instead of trying to win, share just one honest feeling.
When Five of Wands appears in a Work reading
Upright
Lively debate and competition may spring up now. Treat opposing views as material for growth, and try writing them down before you respond.
Reversed
Conflict is beginning to settle. Rather than competing, try finding one goal you share with the other person.
When Five of Wands appears in a Relationships reading
Upright
With all the liveliness, there may be some bumps too. How about taking one deep breath before you reply?
Reversed
You seem to strongly want to avoid friction. Keeping some distance is one option. Once things calm down, why not be the one to reach out?
When Five of Wands appears in a Yourself reading
Upright
Many thoughts may be clashing inside you. What is the loudest voice saying right now?
Reversed
Has a critical voice inside you been going on and on? Today, praise yourself for just one thing you worked hard at.
Reading it in the past, present and future positions
In a three-card reading, the same card can be understood differently depending on the position where it appears.
In the past position
UprightYou have competed with others and traded strong opinions. Those experiences made you stronger.
ReversedPerhaps there was a time you grew weary of disputes and quarrels. You also learned the wisdom of stepping away.
In the present position
UprightRight now you seem to be in the middle of differing views or friendly rivalry. Rather than winning or losing, look at what you can learn.
ReversedThe clashing seems to be settling, and a little tiredness is showing. You can choose to rest rather than push yourself to compete.
In the future position
UprightPeople who inspire you and lively moments seem to be drawing near. Friction may become a chance to grow.
ReversedTangled matters may slowly quiet down, moving toward a mood where you can talk things through. Take a breath and wait a while.
What might this card be trying to tell you right now?
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