Readings
Two Cards
If you are trying to make a very important decision in your life and you don’t know which path to follow, if you are really doubtful about the consequences the crossroads tarot spread will help you to find your way.
Ace of Wands
Upright
Inspiration, new opportunities, growth, potential
Being an Ace, this Wands card offers you pure potential in your energetic realm. Impressions are flowing to you, motivating you to try a new path. You are open to getting new opportunities in life. An infinite possibility is accessible to you.
The Ace of Wands encourages you to live your passion. If you sense a strong pull towards a new path but are questioning it, then this card gives you a gentle push to proceed to your passion. Let your energy and dedication guide you.
Use your creative energy to take the first step. Even if you would like to plan out everything before you begin to step into a specific path, the Ace of Wands asks you to listen to your instincts. Start with some fundamentals to get things working, and then continue to develop. The essential thing is that you act now rather than wasting more time researching.
Don’t forget that the Aces represent pure potential but not guaranteed outcomes. The Ace of Wands (or any Ace) is an indication of a seed that has yet to blossom into something more extraordinary.
In a love reading the Ace of Wands signals desire and passion; things will be heating up! Your connection may take on a very sexual character at this moment, and the same time supports potential romances if you’re single. There is a good opportunity for rekindling the flames, and to feel more connected.
Reversed
An emerging idea, lack of direction, distractions, delays
The Reversed Ace of Wands hints that you can sense an idea rising from inside but are unsure what pattern it will take or how you will manifest it. You may have energy and passion, but you do not yet have a way to express them. You may be waiting for something to happen itself before you proceed to this idea. Or, you may not feel very confident and choose to keep your idea secret. All of these amazing ideas are appearing, but now you must find a method to provide this creative energy to set you up.
The reversed Ace of Wands can hint that you are finding it challenging to determine your mission in life and what you want to produce. To solve this stagnation, you need first to concentrate on where your true passions extend; there is no point in working towards a purpose if it does not excite you.
The reversed Ace of Wands may show that delays are preventing the progression of your projects. You are likely to feel very anxious. Timing is necessary for success, so be patient and wait for the best moment to move forward.
Queen of Swords
Upright
Independent, unbiased judgement, clear boundaries, direct communication
The Queen of Swords combines the mental clarity and intellectual power of the suit of Swords with the maturity and receptiveness of the Queen. You have the gift of being able to use your intellect and unbiased judgement while also remaining flexible and open to receive input from other sources. As you lead from the head and not the heart, you are better able to discern situations without the influence of emotion or sentimentality. You may believe that empathy or compassion towards others will distract you from the task at hand. Instead, you prefer to know the how, what, why, where, when and who of everything to help you make sense of your environment and better understand others. It is not that you do not care about others, but you connect with other people through an intellectual understanding rather than an emotional one.
The Queen of Swords notes that you are a truth-seeker. You are open to hearing the thoughts and opinions of others, but ultimately, you filter that information to decipher what is true and what is not. When interacting with others, you will not tolerate mistruths or excessive ‘fluff’. You prefer to get to the heart of the matter without engaging in too much chit-chat or gossip.
The Queen of Swords suggests that you have an innate ability to tell it like it is. You are a quick thinker and highly perceptive, piercing through the noise and confusion to get straight to the point. There is no ‘beating about the bush,’ or ‘softening’ of your comments, opinions and thoughts. You are upfront and honest in your views, and you expect the same from others. For this reason, many people respect your opinion and come to you for advice when they need clarity.
As a determined, independent and resilient person, you have established clear boundaries, and you are quick to call out someone who crosses them. People do not mess with you, not because you threaten them or inflict violence, but because you set expectations up front about how you want to be treated. Some people might be intimidated by you, but once they get past your tough exterior and develop a sense of trust and respect, they see your softer side.
Reversed
Overly-emotional, easily influenced, bitchy, cold-hearted
The Queen of Swords reversed points out that you may allow your emotions to get the better of you as you put your heart before your head. You may be emotionally involved in a particular issue, and it could be distorting your perception of the situation at hand. You need to use your head a bit more to understand what is happening and read the signals more accurately. Take an objective look at what’s going on and decide what you need to do next.
The reversed Queen of Swords suggests that your relationships are clouding your usually clear vision. You are allowing others to dominate you and negatively affect your ability to make decisions. You hesitate to pursue your plans because you don’t want to rock the boat or disrupt your relationships with others. At the end of the day, however, you need to be more hard-edged, confident and assertive to be successful. Sharp analysis, objectivity, and careful consideration of (but not necessarily choosing) the alternatives are essential right now.
At times, the reversed Queen of Swords can come across as cold-hearted, resentful and bitchy, particularly if she is devoid of any emotion or compassion for others. This card may represent a part of yourself or someone else you are trying to deal with. You may be putting others off-side and losing your supporter base, isolating yourself from others and being seen as narrow-minded, intolerant and mean.