Okay, so I’ve been messing around with tarot cards for a while now, mostly just for fun and self-reflection. I decided to do a reading about a potential relationship, and, well, the outcome card was the 10 of Wands. Yikes, right? Not exactly the most promising card when it comes to love.
First, I cleared my space. I like to light a candle and just chill for a few minutes to get my head in the right place. I am not very profound, and it is purely a psychological effect. Then I shuffled the deck while focusing on the question: “What is the likely outcome of this relationship if I pursue it?” It’s important to me to be super clear about what I’m asking, otherwise, the cards can be all over the place.
I laid out the cards in a simple three-card spread – past, present, and future. And there it was, the 10 of Wands, staring me right in the face as the outcome. My initial reaction was, “Oh, crap.” I mean, this card is all about burdens, stress, and being totally overwhelmed. Not exactly the vibe I was hoping for.
So, I dug a little deeper. I looked at the imagery of the card – a person struggling to carry a huge bundle of wands. It definitely resonated. This potential relationship already felt a bit heavy, like it would require a lot of effort, maybe even more than I was willing to give.
- Past card: This one actually seemed pretty positive, indicating a strong initial connection and a lot of shared interests.
- Present card: This card suggested some current challenges, maybe communication issues or differing expectations.
- Future/Outcome (10 of Wands): This is where things got dicey.
My Takeaway.
I spent some time journaling about the reading. I tried to be honest with myself about what the 10 of Wands might be trying to tell me. Was I already feeling burdened by this situation? Was I taking on too much responsibility? Was I ignoring some red flags?
Ultimately, I decided to take the 10 of Wands as a warning. It doesn’t necessarily mean the relationship is doomed, but it does mean that it’s going to be a lot of work. And honestly, right now, I’m not sure I have the energy for that. I choose a more cautious approach. Maybe slow things down, address the issues highlighted in the “present” card, and see if the potential burdens can be lightened before jumping in headfirst. It’s better to be safe than sorry, I think.
So that’s my 10 of Wands love outcome story. It wasn’t the fairytale ending I might have hoped for, but it was definitely a valuable lesson in listening to my intuition and paying attention to the warning signs. Tarot, man… it can be a real eye-opener sometimes.
