The 6 of Swords from the Waite Smith Tarot Deck 1971​
Minor Arcana Card
Suit of Swords
Air element
Number 6
Corresponding Major Arcana card: The Lovers​
Key Insight
Moving forward
Healing
Transition
Leaving difficulties behind
Emotional or mental recovery
Seeking calmer waters
General guidance
The 6 of Swords often turns up in our readings after a troubling period has been experienced. The positive is that this is now behind us and we are now journeying to calmer waters. You may find that someone turns up in your life who will help you to navigate this transition although you probably not realise this at the time.
Now is the time to focus on your wellbeing and healing.​
The 6 of Swords can represent all types of journeys or movement in new directions with the key word being peaceful. The individual may not be aware of where they are heading but they are ready for this peace of mind.​​
The 9 of Cups from the Waite Smith Tarot Deck 1971
Minor Arcana Card
Suit of Cups
Water Element
Number 9
Corresponding Major Arcana card: The Hermit
The 7 of Wands from the Waite Smith Tarot Deck 1971​
Minor Arcana Card
Suit of Wands
Fire element
Number 7
Corresponding Major Arcana card: The Chariot​
Key Insight
-
Perseverance
-
Boundaries
-
Courage
-
Confidence
-
Self-belief
-
Standing your ground
-
Protecting your position
General guidance
The Seven of Wands reminds us that there are times in life when we must defend what we have worked hard to achieve. It often appears after a period of success or progress, suggesting that reaching a new position may bring fresh challenges. Rather than viewing these challenges as signs that we are on the wrong path, the card encourages us to see them as opportunities to strengthen our confidence and remain true to our values.
At its heart, the Seven of Wands is about conviction. It asks whether we are willing to stand by our beliefs, protect our boundaries, and remain authentic even when faced with opposition or self-doubt. The figure stands on higher ground, symbolising the perspective gained through experience. Although they appear to face several wands alone, their elevated position reminds us that they have already achieved something worth defending.
If you are reading for a relationship, how is the challenging energy transpiring and how is it being felt by the individual?
If the reading is for a work situation or business, could this energy be competition in work or business?
In regards to any aspect of life, you can transfer the insight of the 7 of Wands and look at how the energy is presenting itself. This will help you to form the appropriate guidance.
​​​
To Ponder
1. What challenges have strengthened my confidence?
2 . How can I remain true to myself without becoming defensive?