Ace of Pentacles

Money and possessions come to the fore: payments, investments, a new venture, perhaps an inheritance or an unexpected windfall. Its reach isn't limited to the material, though; it also touches the mind and heart, giving shape to a new idea or intuition that will turn out well. The feeling is one of full well-being, of deserving what arrives because in some way you manifested it. The ace also invites you to keep adding something new to the mix (a course, a discipline) rather than settling into your comfort zone, all of it carried by a steady optimism about what's coming.

Love

A spectacular fresh start, whether for reconnecting as a couple or for the imminent arrival of a promising new love.

Work

A likely promotion or a better position; if you're job hunting, the news is excellent and something new and challenging is on its way.

Money

No problem is without a solution under this card: rising earnings, unexpected money, and prosperous investments; share some of what you have.

Health

A good time for prevention; with no serious issues in sight, make the most of it to sleep well, exercise, and get a checkup.

Spirituality

Set aside time to meditate; material well-being shouldn't pull you away from reconnecting with your inner self.

Reversed, the Ace of Pentacles brings delays, cancellations, and opportunities that dissolve just when they seemed solid. It's a time to go over your accounts, tighten your belt, and steer clear of commitments like loans or installments that are hard to keep up. Everything takes three times the effort and obstacles crop up where you least expected them, though this is no ruin, just a dark bend in the road. At its most negative, it warns of greed and dishonest behavior, and it reminds you that many opportunities evaporate through poor planning.

Love

Money matters, jealousy, and comparisons can shake up a relationship; don't let greed steer your search for love.

Work

That raise that seemed imminent gets delayed; plan your steps carefully and don't judge a job by salary alone.

Money

Stop eyeing what others have with envy and obsessing over your accounts; don't overspend, save, and plan your moves.

Health

Don't use cost as an excuse; there are low-cost or free checkups, and you can look after your rest, diet, and exercise.

Spirituality

Come out of your shell and draw on other people's experience, even those of different faiths, with an open and trusting attitude.