What does the Eight of Wands tarot card mean?

THE EIGHT of Wands is a Minor Arcana tarot card that heads down a clear path toward the future.

The struggles you felt are gone now, and the future is bright and certain. Without the resistance inhibiting you along the way, you can be confident in your choices and pursue your aspirations.

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What does The Eight of Wands tarot card mean?

In an upright position, the Eight of Wands propels you toward your goals at such a pace that it will seem like a blur.

While The Seven of Wands card shows your struggles, The Eight of Wands reflects that those struggles have all but disappeared, leaving your path clear to pursue your ambitions with an open mind.

Now is the time to be exuberant as you approach every task and plow through one accomplishment after another.

If the card presents itself in reverse, it reflects you’re indecisive in your actions and are simply hopping from one task to the next without completing any of them.

You need to slow down and focus your attention. The possibility of resistance to change is ever-present with this card, and you need to be wary of meeting your needs and focusing on what the future might hold.

The Eight of Wands tarot card is also associated with the fire star signs that include Sagittarius, Scorpio, and Leo.

Sagittarius is a visionary and links this star sign to The Eight of Wands because of their inability to worry about the details and move toward the future with a strong-headed determination.

The relatability of the two is evident through the Sagittarius’ personal ventures that are almost always a result of their open mind and motivation to wander, finding success in the deep corners of the world.

What does The Eight of Wands card look like?

The Eight of Wands tarot card depicts eight wooden posts, also interpreted as wands flying through the air.

Each wand is directed in an arc, speeding toward the ground, representing there are no obstacles standing in your way.

A majestic landscape can be seen in the background, and as the wands land on the grass, it shows you are heading toward the end of something and arriving at your destination.

The card illustrates your potential and the lustrous greenery in the background shows that life and growth persist, while the wands reveal exciting times ahead.

The Eight of Wands is a minor arcana card and reveals that action and excitement are headed your way along with travel and perhaps romance.

It shows the choices you make will take off quickly and succinctly, paving the way for a positive and energetic mindset.

Which cards does the Eight of Wands pair well with?

The Eight of Wands pairs with five cards, creating a different interpretation with each.

The Eight of Wands pairs with:

• The Fool: If the Fool card presents itself alongside the Eight of Wands, you can expect the path to your future to unfold.
• Temperance: If the Temperance card appears with the Eight of Wands, your future will be marred by a long-term process.
• The Moon: The combination of the Moon card and the Eight of Wands is one of the most powerful as it deigns you to follow your instincts, which will be proven correct, rewarding you with long-term happiness.

• The Page of Cups: When the Page of Cups card shows up, move forward in your financial and romantic life with caution. It shows that while your future is speeding up, you should control your impulses for a rewarding outcome.
• The World: The World card and the Eight of Wands combination directs you to further your education, whether it is going back to school or taking courses that relate to your career.