Five of Wands Meaning

The five figures in the Five of Wands clash their staves together in a kind of chaotic scuffle — this usually represents a competitive, energetic tension rather than a destructive one. Differences of opinion, minor squabbles or a healthy competitive environment may come your way during this period.

The Five of Wands reversed describes avoiding conflict, or suppressed tension finally boiling over. Ignoring problems may bring temporary relief, but unresolved disagreements will surface sooner or later. An inner conflict may also come to the fore in this position.

You may run into small frictions, differing views or who's-right arguments in your relationship — but this is usually not destructive; in fact it's a sign that the relationship is alive and passionate. Approached with understanding and a little humor, these tensions won't weaken your bond, they'll test it.

You're trying to stand out in a competitive environment — there may be clashes of ideas with colleagues, or tension between different approaches on a project. If you can turn this energy into creative competition rather than destructive rivalry, everyone wins.