Seven of Wands

In Colored Afros Art’s Afro Tarot Deck, a figure stands in the middle of a field with a wand in their left hand; it appears they are in the middle of fighting off six wands that are coming up from below to attack them at their core. In the background, there is a mountain underneath a dark blue gray sky; it looks as if there is a storm approaching. However, the clouds and sky closest to the figure appear lighter—is that the sun behind the clouds, bringing light even if we can’t see the source?

Persistence. Stand your ground. Protect what’s yours; defend that which brings you life/makes life worth living. There will be continued challenges, it may feel like attacks are coming from all angles— but are they? Can you notice where you are on solid ground, where you are being supported? Can you feel the tension in the air of the storm brewing? Can you also notice little signs of hope and fan those flames?

The number 7’s counterpart in the Major Arcana is The Chariot— how can you harness your motivation, drive, and energy to keep you moving forward towards your goals? You have come so far— do not allow fear, negativity, haters, self doubt, whatever it is— to throw you off course. Dig deep— pull energy from the very air, earth, and water around you to nourish your inner flame. This battle is yours to win— what do you need to see it through?