The Knight of Wands
The Knight of Wands shows a seahorse floating above a coral reef, looking up into the Heavens through the lens of a large telescope, How much of what the seahorse sees of the stars and dreams of what they might be can they possibly understand? The telescope takes the seahorse straight from the ocean and into space; does the Earth cease to exist simply because the seahorse cannot see what’s on land?
Wands are the suit of thoughts, flow, ideas and experiences of being, going and doing. The Knight of Wands is always, in her heart, an explorer, compelled to always go farther and farther, to dream bigger than is allowed, to want to break boundaries and shed chains. They pursue the deepest thoughts and questions of the human experience, take no one answer as truth, and are curious about everything. They are relentless in their pursuits for truth, honesty, connection and awareness.
The Telescope signifies either a significant leap forward for the Knight or significant quandary the Knight must overcome. The Knight has finally discovered the stars, but seahorses don’t typically get to view the Heavens, despite having their whole lives tied to the cycles of the Moon.. One discovery has lead to a million questions. What happens next?
Without the aid of science, the Knight of Wands is a pioneer, delving deeper and deeper into uncharted territories of her imagination. The telescope in its grip is not merely a tool but a conduit for inspiration, allowing the Knight to peer into the cosmic tapestry of ideas and possibilities. A cosmic tapestry unfolds above, portraying brilliant stars shining with vibrant hues, each one symbolizing the amazing possibility of creative potential within the Knight's mind.
This card encourages you to embrace the spirit of the Knight of Wands, to boldly venture beyond the confines of routine and tradition. By channeling the seahorse's adventurous energy and utilizing the telescope of imagination, you have the power to break through creative barriers and explore the infinite possibilities that await in the uncharted realms of your mind. It's a call to trust your instincts, be open to inspiration, and fearlessly pursue your creative vision.
If You’re feeling blocked:
This card might also be a sign that it’s time to explore a new artistic style, muse or medium, or to push yourself further than your normal, current outcomes. Have you fallen into a niche or pattern that is starting to feel more like digging yourself into a ditch? Maybe you’re producing so much of the same that you’re feeling the pain of having to be so defined, so clinical in your work. If you’re feeling bored, it’s a sign that you must explore to find anything more.
The Knight of Wands is a call for existential exploration, but it’s not a guarantee that you’ll like what you find or find what you are searching for. Perhaps there is something on your mind that you’re trying to avoid, a question you know you don’t want the answer to, or something sinister at play: you’re being discouraged from finding the truth or from asking the questions or from questioning the integrity or expertise of others. Perhaps you’re about to blow the whistle on a wrongdoing, a scandal, or something dangerous and are fearful of retribution. But the seahorse is a sign that the question beckons, that truth is inescapable and that you should prepare to press forward.
This card challenges you to follow your flow and just move your hands, trusting that the Spirit of Wands will guide you through the darkness of creative uncertainty. Embrace this telescope of imagination and transfer it inward: what would your mind look like through the powers of a quantum-sized telescope? You can transcend creative blocks and embark on a journey of boundless innovation.
Creativity exercises:
Turn on some flow music and create an interpretive dance based on the theme of searching and finding. Move your body low and stretch out high. How do you move when you find what you’re looking for?
Look through your old work and choose something you once believed to be ‘done’ to add on to.
Write out 10 beliefs you might have about the Stars .if you didn’t already “know” they are the flaming balls of gas resulting from the creation of the Universe responsible for all of life.
Get inspired by “life on Mars.” What do those three words make you think about, what emotions do you feel? Is life on Mars non-existent? Microscopical? Futuristic? Miserable? Inspiring? Apocalyptical?