4 of Wands Tarot Card: The Importance of Appreciation

The 4 of Wands may remind us that sometimes it helps us to stay motivated and to stay on track with what we are doing when we know we have the support of others. We may wonder if what we are doing is worthwhile. If it feels like it is not, or that we can’t really tell if it is or not, we may lose interest in it and let it fall away. If, however, we know that if at least one other person, if not more than one, appreciate that we are doing this thing, we may feel the urge to keep going with it and keep it up. Therefore, validation can be a positive aspect of our lives.

You will hear people say things like, “You don’t need validation from others. Do what you know is best.” And this is good advice. To live for the admiration of others can be detrimental. However, when appropriate, let that appreciation spark the 4 of Wands piece of you and motivate you to your personal best. –Jim Larsen