EXPLORATION FORESIGHT LEADERSHIP
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EXPLORING THE UNKNOWN seeking out uncharted areas going in quest of new adventure expanding horizons leaving the secure behind tackling something different Reversed Early Phase: You're thinking of exploring new possibilities. An adventure may begin. The future may be more open. You may move into unfamiliar territory. Someone may decide to test uncharted waters. Late Phase: A period of adventure is ending. The desire to explore is fading. You're no longer interested in dealing with unknowns. There's less need to seek novelty now. |
HAVING FORESIGHT being visionary looking for greater possibilities planning ahead knowing what to expect getting a premonition anticipating obstacles taking the long view Reversed Early Phase: You may need to plan for the future. People may begin taking the long view. It may be possible to foresee problems. You may get premonitions of what's to come. Late Phase: Attempts to plan for the future are fading. You're no longer showing foresight. There's less focus on looking ahead. People are less interested in the big picture. |
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showing others the way taking the main role providing needed direction rallying the group behind you assuming a responsible position setting an example serving as a representative |
Reversed Early Phase: You may be moving into a leadership position. A chance to take command may open up. You may need to set an example. The main role may fall to you. You may be chosen as a representative. Late Phase: The opportunity to take command is fading. Your leadership role is behind you. You're no longer setting an example. There's less direction than before. A commander is stepping down. |
Description
On the Three of Wands, we see a figure standing on a cliff looking out over the sea to distant mountains. From this height, he sees all that lies ahead. This is a card of vision and foresight. By climbing higher, we increase our range. We detach and gain perspective.
In readings, the Three of Wands can tell you to take the long view. Don't react to the heat of the moment, but step back and consider how the present fits into the greater picture. This card asks you to be a visionary—to dream beyond current limitations. It can indicate premonitions or other intuitions about what is to come.
Taking the long view is an aspect of leadership—another meaning of the Three of Wands. Someone who knows the way can show it to those who follow. The Three of Wands tells you that now is the time to accept your vision and be confident that you can lead others to it.
A leader not only sees far, but he is willing to go there first. This is a card of exploration. Compare this figure to the Fool who is also on a cliff edge. The Fool steps out in innocence, not realizing he is going to fall to his fate. The adventurer on the Three of Wands is also willing to step out, but with full awareness of what he is doing. His courage is more informed, if less spontaneous. The Three of Wands encourages you to move fearlessly into new areas.
Some Possible Opposing Cards
Two of Swords—avoiding the facts, staying stuck
Ten of Pentacles—being conservative, focusing on security
Some Possible Reinforcing Cards
Fool—expanding horizons, going into unexplored territory
Emperor—leadership, providing direction
Eight of Cups—going on a trip, starting a journey
Three of Pentacles—planning, preparing for the future
