Wands · Fire
Five of Wandsas the Past
"Competition isn't the question. What you do next is."
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What this card is saying about what's behind you
Five figures were brandishing wands and it was never quite clear whether it was a fight or a scrimmage. The Five of Wands in the past points to a chapter of friction — competing voices, competing priorities, a lot of energy thrown in different directions. Some of it sharpened you; some of it just tired you out.
A posse of youths, who are brandishing staves, as if in sport or strife. It is mimic warfare. Wands represents passion and the five card represents conflict. Together this card represents conflict and rivalry (especially over ideas). Rivalry can lead you to achieve things you didn't know possible, but it can also engender resentment.
You are in conflict with someone-- but do not take this as a bad thing. Being challenged on your ideas is healthy and competition can lead to greatness. It's okay to want your needs met; it's okay to make other people upset. Romantically, this card can signify that you are fighting with a partner about something important to you or that you have a lot of people vying for your attention. Be kind to others, you can be respectful while disagreeing. Disengage if it becomes a dirty fight.
Someone is not arguing in good faith-- they are taking energy from what really matters. Perhaps you are letting yourself get riled up by something you cannot change. De-escalate and assess if this situation is making you grow in a way you like.
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Five of Wands in the other positions
How this card reads when it shows up in past, present, or future