Zodiac and Tarot: What Does 'The Six of Wands' Really Mean?

Hey, I totally get what you mean about the Six of Wands. It's like, its fiery optimism just lights a fire in you, you know? It makes you feel so excited and ready to go out there and achieve great things. It's all about having faith in yourself and your abilities, and drawing strength from your past successes. No wonder the 6 of Wands meaning often feels so uplifting.

Upright: Victory, success, recognition, triumph, confidence.

Reversed: Failure, lack of support, disappointment, ego, fall from favor.

Character Description: At the center of the 6 Wands tarot scene, there is a winner with a crown of leaves on their head, sitting on a white horse. He stands tall, head held high, looking out over the horizon. He seems proud of what he has done and excited for what is to come. He is wearing a deep orange robe, a colour that is a mix of red and gold. He represents the passion of fire and the warmth of the sun. He also represents earning recognition through hard work. His tan boots and gloves show he is practical, even when things are going well for him.

Scepter Element: The winner holds a scepter in his right hand. The top of the scepter is decorated with a wreath of leaves, tied with a bright red ribbon. This is similar to the laurel crown he has on his head, which shows that he has won both personal glory and public recognition. The red ribbon also reminds us that it takes a lot of effort to keep the success going. This mirrors the keywords of six of wands tarot—public recognition, personal achievement, and the ongoing effort needed to maintain success.

Surrounding Crowd: Fans cheer and celebrate with flags. The crowd is made up of people of all ages and from different social backgrounds, and they are wearing a variety of clothes. This shows that this success is important for everyone. They look really happy and impressed.

White Horse: The horse is a symbol of determination and a clear goal. It is green, which represents new life and growth.

The Six of Wands upright shows that if you work hard, you will be successful. It shows that you have won, and that you are confident and good at what you do. People will praise you. This is a moment to celebrate, and it will motivate you to keep going towards your goals.

When 6 of Wands reversed, the Six of Wands often shows that someone is being brave or optimistic, but this is just an act. Most of the time, these goals don't work out, and even when they do, the success doesn't last. When confidence turns to pride, it can lead to defeat and other negative outcomes.

Love: In love, the six of wands love meaning is positive.Singles may find love, while those in relationships will see their bond deepen and stabilise, with the chance of getting engaged or married, or other big developments. And couples may step into milestones like moving in, engagement, or marriage. Your relationship feels strong, stable, and celebrated.

Career: Projects face problems, strong competition, failed promotions, delayed plans, and colleagues not trusting or supporting them. You are worried about your job because the problems are too big for you to solve on your own. Maybe other people are stopping you from doing your job. If you give up too easily or lose interest when things get tough, you will probably fail. Ask others for advice, but be careful of people who want to take advantage of you.

Finance: You are in a good financial position, with a steady income and the chance to get more money from investments, which could make you even richer.

Tips: Stay grounded even when praised.

Love: Emotional crises may arise, with conflicts and arguments stemming from imbalances in giving and receiving, or lack of communication. This can lead to a loss of confidence in the relationship, and even thoughts of separation.

Career: You may face setbacks or stagnation in your career. Work projects could encounter problems, with progress hindered by internal conflicts or external competition. Your efforts may not yield the expected rewards.

Finance: Financial losses may occur, such as investment mistakes or reduced income due to work setbacks. Financial conditions may deteriorate, requiring careful management of money matters.

Tips: Don’t let pride block honest communication.

Absolutely! But only if it's upright, of course.

No—if reversed

This card is a great way to ask about progress, confidence, and future wins. If you reverse the question, the answer might be a bit hesitant or cautious, like a soft "no".

The 6 of Wands is a card of well-earned victory, public recognition, and forward momentum. Upright, it’s all about confidence and success. Reversed, it reminds you to stay humble and avoid self-sabotage.