Ten of Wands

Burdens · Challenges · Intense pressure · Oppression · Overcommitment

Ten of Wands Tarot card

Ten of Wands's Meaning

If the X of Wands appears in your spread, you are likely working too hard, or taking on more burdens than you should. It can indicate both excessive workloads in pursuit of your goals, or as a result of attaining them.

Past

The strength that you've developed over years of struggle will lead you to the solution of your current problem. The negativity you have recently let go of will allow you to form a new philosophy.

Present

Bear down and see the challenge through to the end. If you have been disconnected from someone close to you, expect an opportunity to reconnect.

Future

By focusing your energy in one direction and consolidating your efforts, success will be easier to achieve. You will have the chance to achieve your desires, but you must first reach your lofty goals.

Yes / No Key Interpretation

The Ten of Wands is a card highly associated with feeling an intense pressure and being over burdened in some area of your life. Other possible things suggested by this card are feelings of being trapped, opressed, or having no control over your circumstances. With an overall negative tone, the answer is no.

Key Dates, Timing, and Astrology.

 Sagittarius

Key dates: December 13 to December 21

The Ten of Wands The Lord of Oppression Numerical Value: 10

Divinatory meaningUpright - Conduct that is honourable.  Great good fortune that is now a burden due to it's demanding nature and demands on time.  Diseconomies of scale in business, a successful pastime that can no longer be administered by its creator.  Lack of social life due to the demands of a project, job or overtime.

Ill Dignified or Reversed - A concerted effort to spoil the pleasures and affairs of others because of jealousy.  Treachery.  An inability to delegate in a job, leading to unnecessary stress.  Lies and deceit used to upset others.