King of Wands

All things are possible if you have a king's confidence, attitude, and self-belief.

The King of Wands [Upright]

Here we see a man living his best life. He's seated on a high-backed throne, with his wand connected to the ground he claims as his own.

The throne and cape are regal, and the golden crown cements his status as king – ruler of all he can see. This is a man with charisma. He is calm, clever, and trusted, so his power is without boundaries.

Queen of Wands Keywords [Upright]

  • Charisma
  • Leadership
  • Optimism
  • Confidence
  • Vision
  • Trustworthy
  • Honor

King of Wands Meaning [Upright]

The king of wands represents the power of ambition, effort, and taking charge. The message is that nothing is impossible, and being open to everything makes anything possible.

In plain speaking, this means working through unnecessary fears, giving things a go, investing time in creating quality connections with others, and making full use of these.

Don't be afraid to set goals, but do stick with them. If things don't work well, figure out the issues, make adjustments, and try again. This is proper life management.

Key Points – Love [Upright]

  • The upright king of wands is a great tarot card to turn for a love question. His presence reminds us that it's OK to be assertive, outspoken, or even a bit bossy because these things come along with excitement and positive energy.
  • Be careful of burnout; it's OK to take a step back if things are racing ahead and stretching your comfort zone. Don't be afraid to talk about this.

Key Points – Money [Upright]

  • The upright king of wands suggests you have excellent money management skills, so all is fine for you, financially. Be proud of your sensible attitude. It's good to get the right balance between saving and spending.
  • You could be a good role model for someone you know who is struggling with budgeting or isn't convinced saving is a good habit. Watch out for someone who needs advice from a wise person like you.

Key Points - Career [Upright]

  • The king of wands in his upright position is also a mentor in the world of work. Enjoy your success because it's been hard-earned, and it is set to be a long-term thing.
  • Now is the moment to help others along the road to a satisfying working life. Look out for opportunities to do that. That could be through direct support, mentoring, or even teaching or training.

The King of Wands [Reversed]

King of Wands Keywords [Reversed]

  • Domineering
  • Impulsive
  • Powerless
  • Ineffective
  • Arrogance
  • Aggression

King of Wands Meaning [Reversed]

The king of wands can symbolize a bossy and controlling figure when he appears upside down. This is the person who wades right in, interfering and making his opinion clear. He doesn't need an invitation. He may not even be welcome, but that won't stop him.

Is this you? Or are you impulsive, short-tempered, or that person who makes sudden random decisions? These things may come from a good place, driven by a determination to help others. Just make sure you are going about things the right way.

The reversed king of wands asks you to take a critical look at your interpersonal skills. No matter how good your motivations are, all is lost if you cannot relate well. Be the leader you were born to be,

Key Points - Love [Reversed]

  • In reverse position, the king of wands brings a warning for lovers. If you aren't doing well with romances, it is probably not just bad luck. It may be time to soften up and let people get close as equals. You don't need to be domineering in a relationship.
  • Now is the time to make an effort; to respect, admire, and love your current or potential partner for who they are.

Key Points - Money [Reversed]

  • It would be best if you did not assume the world owes you a living. If you've let things slide or been coasting along with no real direction, it's time to get a grip. Money does make the world go round, so get on board.
  • Once you take charge, things can turn around impressively. Right now, the king hangs upside down, so his riches can do nothing but tumble from pockets and hiding places. Let him be the scary reminder you need to make some proactive changes.
  • You could create a workable budget, get a new or second job, move to a cheaper home, sell things you don't need, or try for a raise. There are plenty of things you could do, just do something.

Key Points - Career [Reversed]

  • The reversed king of wands in a career-related reading or position warns of poor or absent leadership. If you tend to hang back, it's time to step up. Think a bit more for yourself, work out what a situation needs, or look for new opportunities.
  • These are all excellent ways to explore your future and figure out what direction you'd like things to go in. It's always helpful to seek advice and guidance from others, but ultimately you have free will for a reason.
  • Work through all the information and advice on offer, but don't blindly follow others.

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