Five of Wands
The Five of Wands signals disharmony, conflict, and competitive tension that disrupt plans and cause delays. Upright, it urges honest dialogue, active listening, and the humility to extend an olive branch to restore harmony while staying vigilant about details. Reversed, it denotes the end of conflict and a move toward compromise, but also warns against avoiding necessary conversations and losing oneself in comparison. Overall, success comes through patience, diplomacy, and focusing on one's own path.
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Five of Wands
Upright Meaning
The Five of Wands represents disharmony, conflict or competition. This card indicates the asker may be in a frustrating situation where they feel constant opposition to their plans or efforts. They may feel like nothing is going as they envisioned, and delays are encountered at every turn. This card tells them to open an honest dialogue with others and to practice active listening. Even if the asker feels they are not the perpetrator in the situation, they have the opportunity to extend an olive branch and set aside pride for the betterment of the whole. It is a moment to halt any competition or the need to compare.
Upright Guidance
This card is also a reminder to be vigilant and review details twice to avoid future miscommunications. The asker is encouraged to remain strong and patient; they will be able to overcome challenges with diplomacy and courage.
Reversed Meaning
The Five of Wands reversed indicates a period of conflict, disagreement or heightened stress is coming to an end. The asker can breathe a sigh of relief; a stage of compromise and cooperation has been reached.
Reversed Guidance
If the asker feels there is still some unease within a relationship or business association, it may signify they are attempting to avoid conflict. This card encourages them to address the issue openly and diplomatically to achieve resolution.
Reversed Reminder
The Five of Wands reversed also reminds the asker not to get lost in the comparison game with others. They must stay focused on their own path.
Visual Description
A minimalist pink card shows five long wands crossing and interlacing in an X-shaped cluster at the center. Each wand ends in a stylized tip with eye-like motifs and radiating lines; a crescent and concentric circles appear near the middle and lower area. Dotted orbital lines and small decorative dots orbit the intersecting wands, and thin border lines frame the composition. The words "FIVE" appear at the top and "OF WANDS" at the bottom in a delicate serif.
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