The VII of Wands can be a card of day-to-day prevention. This card could be a reminder to take action before something becomes a bigger issue.

Wands are about action, progress, energy and decisions. Wands fit perfectly into my theory of Practical Action through Visual Approach:  What does this picture say that can inspire my action?

It looks to me as if the person in the picture is working so hard to keep his position safe or to finish his “wands” project, that he forgot to match his shoes.  He looks as if he’s on top of some kind of precipice, with the elevation drop shown in the bottom left of the picture.  He may feel as if he’s in a precarious position right now.

I love thinking of this card when I am procrastinating about something that seems inconvenient or difficult now but will eventually make my life easier. Yes, it may be a struggle;  it may seem risky.  Do it now before the next card in the sequence,  the VIII of Wands, comes flying at you like a crap-storm!

I like the idea of looking at the cards surrounding the VII of Wands to get a clue of what the action might be about. To me, this could be a very positive card because it can help us  progress through something – even a difficult conversation.

When this card comes up, I say, Keep at it.  Don’t give up.  You’re stronger than you think.  You will be ok.  Address this now before you are caught in the thick of it. Even if it’s not resolved now, you’ll be ready for what’s coming.