Seven of Pentacles

Represents hard work, patience, and waiting for the results of one's efforts.

The Seven of Pentacles is a card that represents patience, perseverance and investment. It shows a person taking a break from their work to assess the progress they have made so far and decide whether it's still worth continuing with their current plan or if they need to make some adjustments.

In the image on the card, we often see a person standing in a garden or farm, leaning on a tool or staff and looking at the crops that are growing. The message here is that growth takes time and that much cannot be accomplished overnight. The Seven of Pentacles suggests that there is value in taking a moment to pause and reflect on what you've achieved so far, even if it may not be exactly where you want to be yet.

In a reading, the Seven of Pentacles can indicate that you're putting in a lot of effort towards a particular goal, but you haven't seen the results you were expecting just yet. You may need to reassess your approach and make some necessary changes before continuing on. Alternatively, it could signify a need for patience and persistence in achieving your long-term goals. Trust in the process and keep going, even if you don't see immediate results.