Okay, so I’ve been pulling cards for advice lately, just to see what the universe throws my way. And today, I got the 3 of Wands, which can be a bit…open to interpretation. So I decided to really dive into it and see how it played out in real life. Here’s how it went:
First, I grabbed my favorite tarot deck – the one I’ve had for years, all worn and comfy. I shuffled it, really focusing on the question, “What advice do I need today?” Then, I fanned the cards out and let my intuition guide me. Boom – 3 of Wands pops out.
My Initial Reaction
My first thought was, “Okay, planning and foresight…got it.” The card shows a figure looking out at ships sailing away, which always makes me think of long-term vision and projects already in motion. I knew it was about something I’d started, not something totally new.

Putting It Into Action
- Checked my to-do list: I looked at my ongoing projects, stuff I’d been putting off or slowly chipping away at. There was this online course I’d started, half-finished. Bingo.
- Assessed the “ships”: I considered where I was with the course. What were the “ships” I’d already launched? I’d done the groundwork, the initial modules. The “ships” (my effort) were out there, sailing.
- Looked to the horizon: The card isn’t just about what’s happening now. It’s about the future. So, I spent some time really visualizing what finishing the course would mean. New skills, maybe a career boost… that kind of thing.
- Made a Concreate plan: I spent 30min to make a plan for my online course study, 2 hours a day before work.
The Results (So Far)
Honestly, the biggest thing was the shift in mindset. Instead of feeling overwhelmed by the unfinished course, I felt… empowered. The 3 of Wands reminded me that I’d already done a lot of the work. It was about seeing it through, not starting from scratch.
I’ve actually made decent progress on the course today. I’m not finished yet, but the 3 of Wands gave me the kick in the pants I needed. It wasn’t just about “planning”; it was about recognizing the momentum I already had and using it. It felt good to honor the work I have done before and make a solid concreate plan for my future.
So, yeah, that’s my 3 of Wands experience. It’s a card that’s less about immediate action and more about confident, forward-looking energy. And sometimes, that’s exactly the kind of advice you need.