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The Five Of Wands Tarot Card Meaning

When you see the Five of Wands in a reading, be ready for some friction or competition in your life. It can represent friendly rivalry or it can be a deeper conflict that is arising around you right now. The good news is that this is not a dire situation in your life, but it does indicate to you that you have to bring your ‘A game’ and keep on your toes in order to come out on top. Often this card will represent a need to be diligent in your actions at this time and make sure to cover your backside.

The combative nature of the Five of Wands indicates that there is strife in your physical world as well as your emotions. The people fighting on the front of the card indicate that there are multiple individuals in your life that you are at odds with. While there is usually one main person that comes to mind when this card is present, often there is also an overall sense of being overwhelmed or being attacked. It is a time of stress and needing to pull together all of your resources. You need to be sure that the people you bring close to you have your true intentions at heart.

The background of the card reveals a dull-looking sky – often interpreted as sunset or sunrise. This card can represent the beginning or the end of the strife in your life. Depending on the other cards around it, you may be headed for rocky waters. To know which aspect of this card is being represented a turn to the future and the past cards of your reading and you should get a clearer idea of where you stand regarding this issue.

The same can hold true in relation to whether this card is a good or bad omen for you at this time. When paired with any cards concerning expansion or if you happen to have a lot of fire in your reading then it is likely more positive and indicates moving past conflict in order to make you grow stronger. Be wary of cards indicating stagnation, often seen with emotional cards like the Cups suit, because it can mean that you are deadlocked or that growth is limited right now.

The Five of Wands in Love

With the Five of Wands in a reading concerning love, it can be a negative sign for a relationship. It doesn’t denote breaking up necessarily as it is more about a struggle than an ending. Sometimes we must have difficult times in order to strengthen and gain resolve. All relationships are tested and at this time you are likely feeling the full force of that. Avoid running away or shutting down when conflict arises in a relationship that concerns love, friends, or family.

You are likely to find that right now you are being challenged by your partner and often the card will be seen when a couple has entered into a new phase of a relationship but the rules haven’t been established. Ponder on what ways your relationship is being tested and focus your attention of meeting conflict head-on with a healthy and well-discussed solution. Snap-judgments are going to be a big problem with your relationships in this time. You can’t control the actions of your partner, but you can be responsible for yourself. Make an extra effort at this time to be a bigger person even if your partner is acting out, being emotional, or irritable.

Consider ways in which your own values are being challenged in regards to love. If you are looking for love understand that right now may not be the best time. Rather than fighting your path, try to realize what areas of your life need attention and care. This is likely a time for you to straighten out your own problems in your life or emotionally so that you don’t drag them into your next relationship. You want to be able to enter your next relationship with open arms and an open heart. Love will find you when you are truly ready, not when you think you are.

The Five of Wands As Feelings

If you drew this card asking about someone's feelings for another - then this can mean that they are feeling quite invisible in the relationship, it could possibly be that the attention of the person’s affection is taken by something else non-love related. Equally, it can also signify that the person who has feelings has a security issue. They don’t think you like them that much!  The card can also appear in a reading when there is a game that is being played - who is the player?

Look at how the two figures on the card reach out for each other. It can indicate that there are going to be friends and challenges - and something new or exciting will come from this. The five of wands can also signify fighting and standing out. It could mean that the person doesn’t want either of these things to happen - because they think you’re special. Additionally, this card can indicate that they are conflicted about feelings about you. It can often appear when somebody is taken in a relationship or that they feel the other person has too many admirers!

The Five of Wands Love Reconciliation

The five of wands indicates possible seduction. The more desperate you seem to your ex indicates that you may be focused on begging and pleading and acting desperately can be ultimately turn off. If you are finding yourself emailing, calling or texting loads then think about the fact that seductive is not always desperation. Drawing this card in the upright position can mean you do have a chance of building better relationships. If you want somebody back badly then try not to be too obsessive. Reversed the card can mean that you need to pause when it comes to the relationship for your own sanity for a while. Really think about what you need.

The Five of Wands Yes Or No

Genuinely this is a “No” card. The card itself signifies not only obsession but also a struggle between conflict and battles. Sometimes it can represent that despite everything conflicts can be overcome, becoming a “Yes” card in the future. There is such an aggressive stance in the card that it represents “No.” Sorry!

The Five of Wands in Health

Because this is a card of strife, it is often not a good sign when in a health reading or a position of your reading relating to wellness. Usually, it will appear when you are going through a struggle with your health or as an indicator that you are putting your energy into the wrong areas of your life. If you are having a lot of medical troubles right now that seem to be confusing doctors (such as in the case of fibromyalgia, intestinal pain, or generalized anxiety issues) then you may be well-served to try a different avenue such as homeopathic, chiropractic, or natural medicine.

The card also serves as a reminder for you to stay strong and focus on the positive. If you are heading into surgery or need a medical procedure done, be forewarned that you may have a struggle ahead of you in regards to getting back on your feet. Remember that this is not a card that carries dire consequences. It is not a bad omen or anything for you to be particularly worried about. Rather, do your best to stay positive even through darker times. It is okay to be worried because that shows concern. However, you want to be careful to give into excess anxiety. Over analyzing every symptom or utilizing WebMD like sites where you get too much information is likely to drive you crazy. Reign in your emotions at this time and focus on the end goal. It may be helpful to utilize meditation techniques such as envisioning the healthy outcome you want as a reminder of where you would like your health to be heading.

The Five of Wands in Work and Wealth

The Five of Wands often shows itself in work or financial readings when there is someone or something to be distrusting of. In this area of your life, the strife of the card is usually not as direct as it is in another aspect. Be leery of being given false information especially at work. Now is a time to be on your guard. Likely you have a hidden enemy. This doesn’t mean that you should be paranoid about everyone around you, but you do have to be extra careful about crossing every T and dotting every I. You don’t want to have something come back on you because you were relying on someone else or give them the chance to put the blame on you.

Financially speaking it is also important to be extra careful with your money. The card can be a sign that a company or business is going to be headed for financial troubles and is especially indicative of troubles with bookkeeping or tax issues. Take time to go over your finances and ensure that everything is in order.

The Five of Wands As Advice

If the card lands in the advice position, the five of wands reversed indicates that you need to try to not come across as too needy and desperate (which I have outlined above in a love reading). When you act desperately you are shooting yourself in the foot and sabotaging any chance of happiness.  Upright,  the card can indicate that you need to be able to forgive somebody for their own actions. 

The actionable advice of this card is that you need to try to stop bickering and arguing. Being at odds with others is not healthy in the long term especially quibbling over details. They can be a sense of achievement and desire to go against an opponent even to rise to the challenge and be involved in a game or even a sport. There is also a sense of annoyance and it is important to try to get the balance together that you need in order to move forward in life.

The Five of Wands Past - Upright and Reversed

This is a fantastic card to appear in the past position - upright or reversed. It can mean that you have suffered strife, power struggles, contests, and competition. Look at the picture of two people stretched away from each other - it can indicate a struggle for success. There have been minor difficulties or conflicting interests then this can mean all this strife - is behind you. When you fear your own internal ideas then it cannot be clear of the best course of action. The good news is that the lack of pleasure is long behind you.

The Five of Wands Present - Upright and Reversed

In the present position, drawing the five of wands can mean that you are in conflict with people. It can suggest that you are displaying aggressive and defensive tendencies. This could be in either a love affair or in regards to work. In spiritual journeys, this card often represents being safe from the underworld, despite everything we can all overcome the struggles. In the four of wands, we saw the harmony and ambitions come to life. However, the five of wands we are now focused around one's anger, fighting, and destruction. The thing that really strikes me about this card appearing in your present is that the conflict is playful. Therefore do not take the card or conflict too seriously! Reversed (in the present position) this card can signify a new start after inner conflict. 

The Five of Wands Outcome/ Future Position - Upright and Reversed

The five of wands tarot card appearing in the future or outcome position can suggest that despite difficulties you are generally going to engage in psychic self-defence. This is naturally can help any conflicts you are facing at the moment.  the final ones is quite an interesting card in the future position means that you need to protect yourself against any difficulties or conflicts. Since it appeared in the future position you might also experience some inner conflict possible an animosity. For love in the future, this card showing in the future is a love affair is going to be unstable or simply up-in-th-air. Reversed the meaning indicates that you will face conflict in order to get your own way.

The Five of Wands In Friendship

Even though the five of wands are a card of strife, for friendships it could be a card of renewal. The image on the card goes back to our primitive state and needs. For example, you can see two people holding out their hands to each other - joining together. This card often appears when there is a “friendship that has gone wrong” alternatively there is problems in the day-to-day world - it suggests that there is intellectual engagement and stimulation in the friendship but it's taken a turn for the worse and conflict has materialized.

Reversed Meaning - Five of Wands

In the reversed position the Five of Wands indicates that you are coming out of a period of struggle. Some will say that there are still tensions while others state that the pressures in your life are being dispersed. You are likely to still feel the effects of a stressful time and even holding on to negativity. When this card comes up in the reversed position it is a good time to purge the bad and let go of the negativity that you are holding on to. It signifies the end of strife, which can be good. However, if there was a lack of closure for you – such as in the case that someone broke up with you, you were fired from a job, or something was taken away from you – then you are faced now with the negative consciousness associated with this loss. It is easy to dwell on things that have already happened, to wish that a situation was different, or focus on what you could have done differently. It doesn’t help though as what has happened has already happened and we can’t change the past. Learn from your own mistakes and work on forgiving others of their own shortcomings. No one is perfect and even from huge blunders in our life, there is often a lesson to be learned.

Love And Relationships - The Five of Wands Reversed

The five wands reversed in a love reading can simply indicate that you are holding on to emotions and conflicts.  If you pulled this card reversed in a love reading it normally represents that you are trying “too hard” in a relationship and it seems like an uphill battle.  Always remember that battles can be won. It can also suggest you are coming across as being rather needy. Maybe you want somebody to focus on your positive aspects rather than negative ones? The advice in a love reading means that you need to not come across as too desperate!

Health and Wellness - The Five of Wands Reversed

The reversed five of wands card is focused on conflict and disruption of health matters, therefore, the five of wands as revealing some minor health concerns. There is much conflict that is going on within the card and the question about health means you need to look after yourself. This could be the message from the divine. There was also an emphasis on disagreements and competitions when this card appears so look after your mental health.

Family and Home - The Five of Wands Reversed

We all know that the five of wands is associated with competition and disagreement and can often suggest family disruption. Disruption can take on many different forms but is always brings out a feeling of worry and despair. When we break the family bonds that bind us whether that is emotionally or mentally we can sometimes feel a sense of uneasiness within. If you're feeling like this then it is important to step away and think about the overarching picture but ensure that you remain strong.

Personal spirituality - The Six of wands reversed

The five of wands indicates a complex time. Facing not only conflict but also competition. It could mean that you need to be selfish and defensive in order to succeed spiritually. 

This can be a trying time for anyone in the most important piece of advice is to remain faithful and be at peace internally. Often, in live readings, the five of wands reversed can represent having a rival or up somebody else has something more to offer. It is very difficult to grow on a spiritual plane when there is so much conflict in daily life. The most important takeaway from this card is that you need to give yourself space and meditation time required to overcome your current obstacles.

The Five of wands Card Keywords Upright

• Rivals
• Competition
• Taking risk
• Making decisions
• Taking action
• Long battle
• Anger
• Hatred
• Jealousy

The Five of wands Tarot Card Reversed Card Keywords

• Sweet pain
• Liveliness
• Playing games
• Manipulation
• Lots of sex
• Opportunity
• High ambitions
• Bitterness
• Closure

The Ten of Cups Tarot Card Meaning

When you have received the Ten of Cups in your reading, you are about to step into a very fortunate part of your life.

When you have received this card, you can know that everything you are wondering about or wanting is going to come into fruition for you. This means that you have nothing to worry about. Whether this is regarding love or a relationship, work and money or family, the subject of your reading will be blessed.

The image that is present on the card itself in the Rider Waite deck shows a young couple jumping up and down and dancing with their children on a beautiful and sunny blue sky day. The rainbow signifies the passing of a storm. The worst is over, and now is the time to revel in the beauty left behind. Often times this card signifies a respectful nod to you from the Universe for making the most out of what you had to deal with. You were able to keep up with your work, and your focus, even though everything was dark and grey. You were able to keep yourself going, protecting yourself and your loved ones and ticking away at your goals. And now the clouds have parted and you are able to see the sun shining.

The whole transit that surrounds you at this time is joyful. There is a lasting happiness that is going to come from pushing through your adversities and the happiness that is coming your way is inspired from above instead from sensual pleasures previously referred to in the Nine of Cups. There is a perfection of human love and great friendship. Now is the time for you to connect to other people, to be a social butterfly and in home life to stabilize and focus on the home because the hearth is an extremely important aspect of this card.

Pay attention to your own intuition at this time, be spontaneous, listen to the beat of your heart and you will have the fulfillment that you desire and a deep connection to emotional satisfaction. At this time you will begin to feel the actualization of your personal hopes and dreams. Suddenly all of the doors are open for you; the world is full of YES. Inner peace is within your reach. There is even a possibility of travel if you play your cards right and accept some of the advantages that are being presented to you. Be open to opportunity and take advantage as often as you can to the blessings that the Universe provides. The passion that is within you is where your fortune is, therefore the more that you listen to what makes you feel a strong passion, the faster you will receive your intuitive and genius ideas that will bring you success.

You also have the ability to bring that joy that you have pushing forward to everyone around you. Your family and the people that are close to you are important to have around. Especially with such a familial card it is very important that you are around those that nurture you and who you nurture. There is a reciprocal relationship within you and your connections that needs to be strengthened at this time because there is so much abundance in this area.

Continue to maintain your individuality even when you are around others, as this is an excellent opportunity for you to learn how to still stay you. In this you will be emotionally secure and stable, and life continues to be rich and meaningful. Now is the time to contemplate how you are living in harmony with others in your environment, and if there is anything that feels amiss, you have the spiritual backing to help you through it. Consider where you would like to find joy, and what good there is in existence already as well as what you want in the future. If you don’t have a family but would like to start one, now is the time to present to the Universe all of the ideas and goals that you have in your mind because success will follow for you.

The Ten of Cups in Love

If you are not married yet, but are in a relationship, there is an indication made by this card that marriage is in your very near future. If you are single, then you can expect for an emotional relationship and connection to blossom at record speeds at this time. You know that everything is going to work out, and you feel completely relaxed and excited at the same time.

The picture on the ten of cups indicates that there is relaxation and satisfaction. It is appropriate to think about your emotions. A relationship with another has reached a natural point of stability. This is a growing and deepening bond. It is important to make a choice at this time.

Ten of Cups Love Reconciliation

When this card appears in a love and reconciliation reading it alludes to a fulfilling and long-lasting relationship. It suggests happiness, contentment, and best of all, joy. If you are in a relationship it may indicate that you are ready to take the next step - now is the perfect time to strengthen commitment and revel in the elation of a harmonious partnership. Your bond will only cement itself over time, you are very blessed to have found a soul mate. Don’t be surprised if your partner makes a grand, romantic gesture in the near future. 

If you are single, the Ten of Cups, again points to happiness - perhaps you will reconcile with an ex, or maybe a new person will sweep you off your feet. Either way, you will enjoy the experience and find great contentment in your relationship. This new love may just last the rest of your life. 

The Ten of Cups As Feelings

The ten of cups as feelings in a love reading indicates that your dream has finally come true. You two are supposed to be together. If upright this can also mean that romance is well on its way, possibly marriage and children. Reversed as feelings this card can indicate that the relationship is false and is not bringing romantic fulfillment or support.

Seeing the Ten of Cup while trying to understand somebody’s feelings for you is a positive sign. This card encapsulates feelings of peace - the person you are asking about feels a great deal of love for you. They also trust you and feel strongly bonded to your spirit. It is a signifier of security and commitment, if the person you are inquiring after is a lover or prospective lover you should rest assured that they are wholly devoted to you, truly, you are the apple of their eye.

Ten of Cups Past

When the Ten of Cups is drawn in the past position this card generally refers to an untroubled history or previous period of satisfaction in your life. Depending on your age and situation this may reference a happy childhood or a positive experience in bringing up your own family. 

Whatever the situation, it points to a period of great harmony in your life - and one that was shared by you and others (this card rarely indicates independent happiness alone). You should feel comforted and lucky to have experienced this happy period, use this time to draw strength and comfort in challenging situations.

Ten of Cups Present 

In the present position, the Ten of Cups indicates a state of happiness and that two souls can enjoy the celebration of marriage and union - this is built on solid foundations. The psyche does not have to hide and there is complete connectedness with the divine which deep love and lust can bring. This is a fantastic time for new relationships and personal growth.

Drawing the Ten of Cups in the present position is a very positive omen. Whether you are coming out of a more difficult period or know about this happy situation through a more gentle incline you should feel blessed and satisfied to have made it into this new, bright scenario. The wonderful thing about achieving your dreams and uncovering a period of happiness is you can choose your own direction. Perhaps you simply want to appreciate this moment of bliss, or maybe this is the perfect foundation for the continuation of your goals. Whatever path feels right, keep your eyes open for opportunities and remember to be grounded by your gratitude and the support you’ve received from others along the way.

Ten of Cups Future and Outcome

Seeing the Ten of Cups in a future reading should fill you with motivation. Perhaps you are currently working hard on a project or career trajectory, or maybe you are developing a relationship with a new person (platonic or otherwise). As they say, nothing worth waiting for is ever easy - but this card reminds you that it will be worth it in the long run, or even in the near future. Stay focused, and devote your attention to your ambitions. Look to the mentors and influences in your life, they may help direct you on your path. There’s everything to play for and a lot to look forward to. 

The Ten of Cups in Health

Now is the time for you to revel in the success that you have made when it comes to your health. It is not the card of hard work; it is the card of enjoying where you have gotten yourself. If at this time you do not feel especially healthy, then now is the time for you to gather your wits about you and make some true goals, but you can only do that if you have been able to gather the perspective of what you have been able to accomplish that got you here. Ponder, reflect, be grateful and contemplate goals.

The Ten of Cups in Work and Wealth

If the Ten of Cups is blessing your work and wealth reading then you have nothing to be afraid of. Investments that you have made are coming through at top speed with full financial backing behind it. If you are worried about making a choice to get a new job, then you mustn’t worry anymore. Now is the time for you to get what you deserve. The cards are recognizing the hard work that you have put in to get to this point, and now all you have to do is take advantage of all of the open doors that are in your life.

The Ten of Cups Yes Or No

This is a card that means “Yes” it is normally associated with a relationship that has reached a loving point. This tarot card stands for a couple that is happy. A loving bond between two souls. There is a focus on the family and each cup is full and the cup is brimming with love and emotion. The rainbow in the card symbolizes after the rain only sunshine is left.

Ten of Cups As Friendship

The Ten of Cups is a wonderful card to see in reading regarding friendship. Just as it points to love in a romance reading, here it suggests close bonds between friends and a community that loves and cares for you. 

If you have seen less of your friends of late then this card is a reminder of your deep and unbreakable relationship with your friends; you should give them time and appreciate their presence, for you can be sure they have time and gratitude for you. If seeking new friends, this card is a happy signal - you have a warm aura that naturally draws people to you, make the most of it by forging new connections with the kind and interesting people you meet.  

Ten of Cups Advice

The Ten of Cups is a positive and light-hearted card when seen in a bit of advice in ones reading it can be linked to a celebration of the great collaborators in your life. It suggests you should appreciate your friends, partner, and loved ones. This is a card all about community and honoring those who have helped you on your journey. It reminds you that no man (or woman!) is an island. You will find more success and happiness in your future by maintaining your bonds with loved ones and regularly showing your affection and gratitude for their support of you. The main message of this card is to remember your roots - don’t forget where you’ve come from, or the people who helped you get you to where you are today.

Reversed Ten of Cups in a reading

When the Ten of Cups is showing up reversed in your spread, you have a highly charged situation happening that is making you feel burned out. This happens when you allow yourself to turn emotionally inward instead of putting words out there where others can hear them. Internalization of problems, of frustrations, can only ever make it worse. You are going to need to find a way to express yourself to those you feel have wronged you otherwise you are going to get stuck in a stagnate place. Denying who you are and your inner self is not going to get you anywhere. The rainbow of this card represents a promise for you, but you have to work on making the promise that is presented, actually happen. Be clear about your dreams if you want them to exist.

Love and Romance - The Ten of Cups Reversed

The ten of cups reversed in love readings can mean that you need to take a risk to move forward with a relationship but you are not quite ready. In relationships, it is not uncommon for this card to appear when you need to avoid a final decision. There may be a lack of growth in your mental acceptance of the relationship. You could possibly choose to start over with someone else.

The Ten of Cups reversed unbalances the harmonious meaning attached to this card when upright, unfortunately, that doesn’t bode well for a love and romance reading. It infers a difficult period within a relationship or a dearth of commitment. Now is the time to take stock in your relationship and decide if this is really what you both want; be honest with yourself, remember that comfort and familiarity are not strong enough reasons to stick together. In some instances, this card points to issues not relating directly to relationships itself, for example, this could be a reference to difficulty conceiving or disagreements over having children. 

If you are not in a relationship at present, this card highlights the struggle you are experiencing in finding a committed partner. It often appears when a person is repeating past mistakes or unduly holding onto a past relationship they need to move on from. If this sounds like you, you should take the time to fully understand your issues and how you can address them. Doing so will make any future relationships stronger and less volatile. 

Ten of Cups Reversed - Family and Home

When you draw the Ten of Cups reversed in a family and home reading you are likely experiencing familial tensions or going through a period of difficulty. Whatever your particular situation, there is a sense of unease between you and other family members. This generally happens when family members fall out of step with each other; remember that you are all on the same side. Even when bitterness is buried under your interactions, the love you have for each other goes even deeper still. Relieve yourself from this period of tension by learning to compromise. Especially in domestic situations, it can become easy to get wrapped up in stubbornness or digging your heels in. Lead by example and the rest of the family is sure to lessen their grip on conflict and head towards resolution instead.

Ten of Cups Reversed - Work and Finances

When doing a work and finance spread, the presence of the Ten of Cups reversed suggests something is off balance in your career. You, or someone you work with, isn’t behaving like a team player. There may be outward arguments and conflict or the resentment may be simmering below the surface. Either way, you need to find a way to either salve or leave the situation. If you can restore balance in your work scenario that’s great, but if you can’t then you should remove yourself from it. In a financial context, this card when reversed is an indication of reckless spending or unstable income. Remember, even when you feel like you can afford to be indulgent, you never know what's around the corner - you don’t want to end up out of pocket because of a lack of restraint.

Ten of Cups Reversed - Health and Wellness

Then Ten of Cups reversed in a health and wellness reading suggests there is an imbalance in the body. Our lives are hectic and sometimes we forget to look after ourselves physically. If this strikes a chord with you then now may be the time to put some extra effort into eating well and moving more. You may also be experiencing more serious health complications if so, try not to grow disheartened. Trust in medical professionals and focus on your inner wellbeing as this can help to restore the outer body, too. 

Ten of Cups Reversed - Personal Spirituality

Seeing this card reversed in your spirituality reading points to a divergence in your spiritual journey. Have you become distracted by the material world and the day-to-day mundanities of life? If so, now is the time to get back on track. In some situations, the reversal of this card indicates a negative experience that has caused you to distrust spirituality or lose faith in your own personal development, but you should not be ruled by fear. Take the Ten of Cups reversed as a sign you need to refocus your spiritual attention, doing so will benefit you much more than avoiding it in the long run. 

Upright Ten of Cups meanings in keywords

• Love and happy families
• Dancing with happiness
• Harmony
• Love left open
• Hearts are tender
• Hearted souls and healing
• Long-term relationships

Reversed Ten of Cups meanings in keywords

• Inability to make a decision
• Driving through situations
• Security and disharmony
• Missing home and family