SECOND EDITION
Follow Red Magician's Tarot on:
THE CARDS / WANDS
The Minor Arcana
Wands
Our Passions & Creativity
Element: Fire
Season: Summer
Direction: West
Ace of Wands
Passion, Burst of Energy, New Creative Endeavor
Life isn’t worth living if there’s nothing to feel passionate about. Let that intensity and enthusiasm drive you towards your goals. Allow yourself to be energized by your passions, let them inspire you, and focus your talents and abilities into bringing something to fruition!
King of Wands
Enthusiastic, Confident, Extroverted, Inspired
Some can find joy in even the most mundane of tasks. But there are those who are always looking for the next thrill. The King of Wands is fueled by passion and excitement but has a tendency to be controlled by it. Knowing how to wield that energy creatively, yet deliberately, is the key to staying focused and successful.
Queen of Wands
Intelligent, Disciplined
Often the “power behind the throne,” the Queen keeps the King in check. She’s developed the discipline to control her passions and direct her energy as needed. Though she may seem unassuming at first, she’s a powerhouse and will surprise anyone who underestimates her. Know your strengths and abilities and don’t be afraid to use them.
Prince of Wands
Wistful, Dreamer, Imaginative
Fickle and easily moved by the next random burst of inspiration. Always thinking about what could be instead of paying attention to what is. But the world needs dreamers and people who feel intensely and can think outside of the box. However, the Prince of Wands has a tendency of letting his imagination carry him away and not following through.
Princess of Wands
Precocious, Confident
Every bit as passionate as her father and self-assured as her mother. The Princess is ready to take life head on and will not be stopped when she puts her mind to something. Either join her or get out of the way because she’s on a mission and it’s going to succeed. She believes in her pursuits with all her heart and that can make it difficult to dissuade her even if she's making mistakes.
2 of Wands
Steadfast, Decisive, Determined
Once your mind is made up, there's no turning back. You have a solid grasp of the situation or the plans, and you know you're on the right track. Don't let the naysayers distract or dissuade you.
3 of Wands
Brainstorming, Ideation, Resources
While all great ideas begin with a burst of inspiration, you'll need to figure out how to make it happen. Now's the time for brainstorming and iterating plans. Examine strengths and weaknesses, see what's available and how it can be of use. Don't rush into things but don't dawdle either.
4 of Wands
Putting Plans Into Action
You've set the goal and made your plans. Now it's time to set things in motion. Carefully review each path before you hit the road, make sure you know where you're going. Don't hesitate to correct course if needed, but keep the momentum going.
5 of Wands
Struggle, Challenge, Obstacles
No one promised you it would be easy. But if you believe in something enough then you can find it in you to rise to the task. Challenges aren't always roadblocks. Mistakes are just ways of figuring out what does and doesn't work. Don't let it derail you - you've got this!
6 of Wands
Success, Victory, Moving Forward
You've crested the mountain and it seems things are going the way you want them to! Now's a good time to reflect on your journey so far and to practice some gratitude before moving forward.
7 of Wands
Defensive, Easily Offended
It's easy to take setbacks personally. Sometimes it feels like the world is out to get you or doing its best to sabotage you. You may be experiencing some resistance, but don't let that deter you. It's fine to defend yourself but not so much that you push everyone away - including your allies!
8 of Wands
Movement, Flow
Things are moving.
Things are in motion.
You'll be amazed at how quickly things can happen if you just let them!
9 of Wands
Skill, Mastery of Craft
To others it may seem that you make it look so easy. But they don't realize the amount of time, energy and discipline you've put in to mastering your craft. Only by learning the rules can you begin to break them and blaze your own trail.
10 of Wands
Frustration, Blockage, Entrapment
Something is interfering with your "flow." You're feeling frustrated that things aren't going as planned or have come to a standstill. Take the time to examine what may be the root cause. Is it self-sabotage? Outside forces? Knowing what you're up against may provide the key to figuring out how to break the dam.