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Six of Wands tarot card

Wands — Minor Arcana

Six of Wands

VictorySuccessPublicPrideTriumph

Upright meaning

The Six of Wands is the card of public triumph and validation. After the struggles of the Five, you have emerged victorious and are being acknowledged for your leadership and accomplishments.

Reversed meaning

A fall from grace or delayed recognition can lead to a blow to the ego. You may feel that someone else is taking the credit for your hard work.

Symbolism

A rider wearing a laurel wreath on a white horse is cheered by a crowd, holding a wand adorned with another wreath.

Advice

Accept the recognition you have earned, but remain humble to maintain your momentum.

Six of Wands in your life

Love

You and your partner may be celebrated as a "power couple," or you are experiencing a significant shared success.

Career

You are likely to receive a promotion, public praise, or a major win in a competitive professional environment.

Money

Financial success is visible to others; you are reaping the rewards of a hard-won battle or successful project.

Spirituality

Your personal growth is becoming an inspiration to others, but remember that true victory is an internal state.

Shadow to watch for

Excessive pride or vanity that alienates others and leads to a future loss of support.

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