FIVE OF WANDS
Keywords:
Competition, conflict, disagreements, aggression, rivalry, tension, clashes of ego, pettiness, strife, temper, chaotic energy, defensiveness, irritability, sports, roughhousing.
General:
Conflict is in the air. The solution lies in creating open lines of clear communication. These conflicts are often ego driven and a result of people not listening to each other. Conflict does not always need to be perceived in a negative light, sometimes we are excited to confront life and see what new situations arise when we deliberately throw a wrench in things.
The Five of Wands also arises when we are disorganized or spread too thin. Having a good game plan is important and the lack of one can lead situations that resemble The Five of Wands.
This card can pop up when we are faced with competition of some kind. It’s our choice if we allow the competition to be healthy and help us grow or if we let it affect us with negative emotions like jealousy or envy. One of the positive aspects of team competition AKA sports, is that it teaches lessons of teamwork and good sportsmanship, which are akin to civility. This is your sign to take the high route and be the better man.
Money & Career $
This card comes up when discord arises at work. Sometimes when chaos appears possibilities for change open up. Whether you are able to use those to your advantage depends on how you deal with this circumstance.
This can also indicate being unfocused in regard to career or work priorities. Figuring out what you want is essential to success.
Financially, this can indicate unpredictability in money matters, conflicts regarding money, or problems arising that end up having financial repercussions.
Love & Relationships <3
The Five of Wands might be coming up when you are facing a lot of competition in the dating world. In the era of online dating there are usually multiple people competing for each person’s attention. How can you positively separate yourself from the crowd? Watch out for acting jealous, because that is usually a turn off, especially at the beginning of a relationship.
Within a partnership this can be a time when you need to juggle things in your life to prioritize your relationship. This usually calls for getting creative or simplifying your life. However you decide to find the time, don’t let the most important relationship in your life fall by the wayside.
If you are experiencing conflict in your relationship, make sure you are communicating with one another clearly and not allowing your big head to get in the way. Make room for one another to speak what is in your heart out loud.
Other Aspects.
NUMBER: 3
NUMEROLOGICAL MEANINGS:
ELEMENT: Fire
ASTROLOGICAL PLANET OR SIGN: Saturn in Leo
ASTROLOGICAL DECAN: 1st Decan of Leo
TREE OF LIFE PLACEMENT: Geburah, the sphere of power
PERSONALITY:
ESOTERIC NAME: Lord of Strife
ANSWER: No
FIVE OF WANDS REversed
Keywords:
Avoiding conflict or an end to conflicts, cooperation, compromise, respecting differences, finding solutions, agree to disagree, truces, peace, harmony, diversity, shyness, focus, control, order, temper, belligerence.
General:
Opportunities to reach agreements and end conflicts are possible. However it will be essential to focus if you want to achieve a lasting resolution to any problem you are facing.
You may be trying to avoid conflict at this time, but if you are unclear on where you stand, its best to reach a peace within yourself before committing to any kind of confrontation.
Occasionally this card appears when people have lost all sense and are on the verger of going berserk without any concern for the consequences. It’s usually best to stay out of the way of anyone on the war path, unless you are feeling that there is no other choice than to confront this person or issue head on.
Money/Career $
Conflicts may be abating at work and as things ease up, situations that provide more opportunities for enjoyment of your job are possible. Issues with coworkers are able to turn into chances for growth if handled correctly.
Opportunities for finding new jobs become easier as competition decreases.
Financially, money may be freeing up to be used on other projects or for investments.
Love / Relationships <3
Things may be taking a turn for the better in your relationship after a period of disagreements. If you have been suppressing your emotions, it is essential to be open with your partner and address any underlying issues.
If you’re single you may notice your are in a slump. If you let that get you down, you may end up stuck in a rut. Get out there and give it a shot. Get creative in the ways that you are address trying to meet people. You can’t get better at anything without failure, even dating.
At its worst this card can signify abuse in a relationship. This is an issue that may be best resolved by reaching out to family members, trusted friends, and organizations that deal with these problems specifically.