Two of Wands
Don’t be afraid to take your time when making decisions.
The Two of Wands [Upright]
The male figure in this card holds a wand in one hand and balances a globe on the other. He seems to be deep in thought, looking out at the land and sea ahead. These things reflect the key message this tarot delivers – that we should always be open to life and the experiences that are out there.
The globe represents the world, but it stays in his hand. This imagery reminds us that it's good to dream and to plan. Right now, the man is still inside his haven, but everything sits out there, waiting for him to explore.
The second wand is fixed to the floor, rooting him to the spot for now.
Two of Wands Keywords [Upright]
- Progress
- Moving forward
- Risk-taking
- Decision making
- Planning for the future
Two of Wands Meaning [Upright]
Going forward from the creative ideas the ace of wands sparked, the two of wands moves things on a little. This card represents the thinking, planning, and exploring stage.
Exploit this opportunity to dream, wonder, and think without restrictions. This is the beginning of what comes next, but it's not a race.
Consider ideas from all angles, including both exciting possibilities and potential hiccups. You can do this with confidence because this is the time to think freely, with no barriers to shape your ideas.
Try to connect to your intuition, as this will guide you through every stage of the tarot journey. The first steps onto a new path are always the scariest, but that's not something you must deal with here. Right now is about thinking of what you want for the longer term.
Sometimes a tarot two-card represents some kind of decision. Don't be afraid to consider things from all angles, even if it feels a bit scary or unrealistic.
Key Points – Love [Upright]
- The two of wands can be a prompt to move your romantic life forward. Of course, this means making plans, even if that's just at the thinking or exploring stage.
- Single people looking for love should explore options to meet potential partners. That might include researching matchmaking events or online dating apps. Investing time and effort to check options out helps to create confidence.
- The two of wands can also be the signal you've been looking for to step up an existing relationship. Perhaps now is the right time to discuss living together or make things' ring official'. There's no shortcut here, though; forget big, surprise gestures or proposals and stick with discussing things.
- Of course, if you have doubts or feel a relationship is drifting away, you have plenty to think about. Step back and allow yourself enough space to think without pressure.
Key Points – Money [Upright]
- The two of wands suggests long-term financial stability is realistic, so either start or keep making sensible decisions.
- It's never too late to get into budgeting or saving. This card reminds you to look at your spending habits and tackle debts.
- Spending is fun, but it's good to have financial stability. Grab this opportunity to plan a comfortable cash future.
Key Points - Career [Upright]
- How satisfied are you with your job? Are you working in a job you love or dreaming of a completely different career?
- The two of wands tarot reflects your interest in what your future work life might look like. This is a great time to unleash those dreams and imagine them as solid plans. Whether you are thinking of starting a business, switching direction, or getting further qualifications – it's all about the planning.
The Two of Wands [Reversed]
Two of Wands Keywords [Reversed]
- Poor planning
- Taking no risks
- Worrying too much
- Out of balance
- Unclear personal goals
- Fear of the unknown
Two of Wands Meaning [Reversed]
When the two of wands appears in reverse, the most obvious message tells of plans that have gone wrong. Or perhaps your life changed direction rather than breaking down.
Use this card as a prompt to reevaluate plans. Do you have a clear path to an obvious goal? If not, then invest time in developing both. Yes, you might need to revise or abandon existing ideas, but that's life. Things change.
Own it if you have lots of ideas that never actually go anywhere. Evaluate your output and focus on a few ideas that light your fire. Make plans and set goals for those, and let the rest go.
Key Points - Love [Reversed]
- The message here is simple – stop pushing for tricky love situations to be fixed. Patience is the only workable goal right now.
- If your love life is not fabulous, it's natural to feel disappointed, but things do go wrong. That's life. The reversed two of wands suggests taking your foot off the gas and investing time figuring out what you actually want.
Key Points - Money [Reversed]
- The two of wands in reverse often warns of financial upsets. Things are probably not at breaking point, but you are on shaky ground.
- Right now, it's sensible to hold off on spending or investing. Instead, look closely at your finances and make sure you truly understand everything. Plenty of people have no idea about the details of their monthly expenses, so be thorough.
Key Points - Career [Reversed]
- Are you doing a job you enjoy and find satisfying? The reversed two of wands can appear when your career plans have gone off course. However, sometimes it shows up when you hold yourself back from achieving.
- If current work dilemmas are a result of poor planning, you can only learn from this and move forward by investing more effort. If fear is tripping you up, consider career coaching.
