Ace of Wands

The Ace of Wands is the planted seed waiting for water and sun. It is the birth of a new career, a bright idea, or the spark of creativity. It is the moment just before the launch of something new. The Ace of Wands asks the querent to have courage as they set forth into the next phase.

After the uncontrollable and life-altering Major Arcana cards, this first card in the Minors represents a phase that you yourself can control, so go forth and change your world!

The Ace of Wands
Before any card: Put emphasis on (card)
After any card: Energy, spirit, goals  

Questions answered by Ace of Wands:
Who? Someone starting a new job; the newest employee; a baby 
What? A stick; A pregnancy; A torch
Where? A palace
When? Today! June through September, either the entire season of Summer (Northern Hemisphere) or Winter (Southern Hemisphere)
Why? It is time to take the leap
Yes or No? Yes!

The Ace of Wands as:
...an action?

• Take a chance
• Leap before you look

   
...a place in your house?

• A room on the top floor that is not a bedroom
• A high shelf

 
...a place in your city?

• The top of your office building
• A viewpoint
• The mountain

 
...a place in the world?

• The World Trade Center
• Big Ben
• Kuala Lumpur
• Beijing

 
...something to clean?

• An upstairs bathroom
• The laundry

 
...where to find the missing item?

• Where you started the last big project

...something to eat?

• Pancakes
• Muesli and Granola bars
• Spring water

  
...a color? Red
 
...a movie theme? Starting brand new

• Kinky Boots
• My Left Foot

 
...a new career?

• Manual or farm labor
• Careers using tools and creative expression

Ace of Wands combinations
With The Sun: There are no negatives here - dive in and whatever you dream, you will achieve.
With Four of Wands: Buy a new home; celebrate at home.
With King of Cups: Start a new job by following your passions.
With Queen of Swords: This next phase is complex, so dive in with a clear and logical mind.
With Nine of Pentacles: Your drive and determination will lead to luxurious rewards.

Take your own notes on the Ace of Wands with the Divination Journal!
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