In Astore Faber’s mythology, different tones of yellow represent various attitudes, mental states, and emotions. This particular yellow indicates social involvement and a tendency to fantasize. Fantasy is often seen as a negative attribute in our material world, yet it can lead to marvelous discoveries.

Red is associated with fire and the fiery nature of the Ace of Wands. But here it is simply an indicator, while attention is drawn to other colors as more essential to the interpretation.

The color of warm, dusty clay once again points to human limitations — mental, physical, and social. The cool minty green, the ground on which the wand stands, is a conception ground: growth potential mixed with mental reasoning and even instinct.

Now, let’s move on to the blue, ghostly “forest” with red trunks and bright blue foliage. Here, it is up to the viewer to decide whether the forest is supportive, protective, or preventative. It helps a divinator decide which steps to take toward personal development.

The balanced view is the neutrality of the forest: passions, desires, and wishes surrounded by ideas and dreams. From this energy of growth and development, something new emerges. Still, there is no indication of what the end product will be.

The dusty lilac color behind or above the forest is the uncertainty of the future — a reminder that nobody can see all.

In short, the Ace of Wands is a wonderful card to explore when addressing any kind of initiation, conception, growth, or development.

Next stop — 2 of Swords.

• Take a deep breath and focus on the essence of your question.

• Notice which element of the card draws your attention first.

• Notice which element draws your attention second.

• Close your eyes and observe how your mind processes information.

• Write down the ideas that arise, but this time interpret them through the lens of your question.

• Ideally, the image should awaken the answers you seek. If it doesn’t, you may try again or choose another divination or reasoning method.

Desire

Need to start something new

Initiation excitement

Anticipation

Proactive attitude

Issues with reproductive and lower digestive organs

Muscular and bone pain

Spinal cord issues

Physical therapy

Consultation with a surgeon

Glands (any)

Initiation of any creative activity

Sports

Ropes, macrame, fishing nets

Oil painting

Pottery

Percussion instruments

Candle-making

Gardening

Fishing

Sex

Conception

Initiation of any relationships (especially spontaneously)

Somebody is being unpleasantly obsessive

Instant friendship

A contract

An Agreement

Somebody is being too aggressive

Gaslighting

Attraction (mutual or one-sided)

A family where one person is a clear leader, trying to remain in control

Proactive relationship (people do stuff together proactively)

Often quarreling and butting heads with each other  

One person in a family may be very creative

An older brother (sometimes a sister, too)

An uncle (rarely an aunt)

An aggressive or an annoying person

Proactive involvement in a community

Participation in social/ community gatherings

Participating in gardening or forestry activities

Physical involvement rather than financial  

Focusing on earning more

Workaholic

Proactive earning

Self-employment

Business (especially starting a business)

Investments (especially short-term)

Workaholic

Ambition

Beginning a new project

Preference for working alone

Dedication to growth and development

Hands-on approach to education

Being proactive about developing new skills

Difficulties with theoretical education

Stubbornness

Practical approach to personal development

Physical development/ exercise

Place in the state of development or under construction

Fire weather warning

Loud neighborhood/ neighbors

Physical therapy clinic

Gym

Fire station

Hot environment

An environment with many tall trees

Station ( train station, bus station (especially a busy one), subway

Opportunity presents itself

An opportunity that can turn into a long-term project

Career move (especially a sudden one)

The price of the opportunity is hard work

Something may be too good to be true

Spiritual growth will require a lot of work

Spirituality-related exercises

Learning by reading text rich in symbolism

Scents and fragrances may help with spiritual work

Nature may help with the development of spirituality (specifically, trees)

Taking a proactive approach to life

Not giving up

Dedication to growth

Dedication to helping others through actions

Knowing when to act and when to pause

Managing actions 

Either learning how to be more or less proactive

Decisions can lead to disastrous results

Not giving up

Defending one's rights

Taking a stand

Being kind in a relationship (it could be a challenge)

Stubbornness

Watching for destructive or self-destructive tendencies

Quick, independent decision

There seems to be only one solution

A proactive approach needs to be taken

There's no time to waste

Right now

Saturday

August, September

The initial phase passes quickly

Take a proactive approach

Avoid being too harsh on yourself and others

Give it time

Give yourself time to rest

Avoid making rushed decisions (especially in relationships)

Stubbornness

Impatience

Aggressiveness

A hidden potential

Envy and jealousy

A grudge

Unutilized strengths

This is only the beginning; things can go either way

Don't waste time and act now

It is not the result; it is an opportunity to get where you want to be

We all possess the answers we seek — even if we’re tired of hearing that phrase, it remains true. Those answers may be tiny flickers in the dark or bright as the sun. Sometimes, to understand the nudges and clues of our subconscious mind, intuition, the Universe, god, or the spirit world (whatever you prefer), we need a tool. Tarot — in this case, Tarot of the Fool by Astore Faber — can become that tool. It can help us awaken, clarify, or interpret those answers.

Still, tarot is just a tool — a way of playing with symbols and letting the mind speak in its own language. It’s not meant to replace professional guidance, medical or otherwise. If something in your life needs real‑world attention, please turn to someone qualified to help. The cards can offer insight, but the choices — and the responsibility — remain yours.