March Affirmation: I open the doors and windows of my heart to the Light and warmth of Spring!
We continue our journey through the major Arcana of the Tarot with the Hermit. As we emerge out of our winter hibernation, this is a perfect time to go to our inner sacred space and reflect on what we have learned and how we have grown. The Hermit offers us a path to wisdom and also the challenge of bringing that wisdom into the world. Living separate from the world is not the answer. We may save ourselves, but what of the rest of humanity? The wisdom and Light that flow through our hearts must flow freely into the physical lives of those around us. We are vessels to be filled.
The crocus is like the Hermit. Think of it. The crocus spends all winter hidden underground, but it isn’t dead. It’s growing and developing and waiting for its right time when the temperature warms in the spring. Like the crocus, the Hermit goes within and spends time in reflection and solitude, finding wisdom and growing and expanding. But the Hermit doesn’t stay secluded, just as the crocus doesn’t stay underground. When the sun warms the earth, when it becomes the right time, the kairos moment, the opening occurs and transformation happens. We bloom and blossom.
Both the crocus and the Hermit bring Hope into our lives even when we still are experiencing winter. And Hope is what we need right now when we feel overwhelmed and dis-spirited. Hope gives us a reason to get out of bed in the morning and say “Good morning, God!” and not “Good God, it’s morning!” Take some time this month to reflect on your winter journey, say “thank you” even for the dark nights, and prepare for the warm, sunny days ahead. What part of your life would you like to rebirth this Spring? Miracles are in the air and transformation awaits!
And remember: “There is a force within that gives you life – seek that. In your body there lies a priceless jewel – seek that. If you are in search of the greatest treasure, don’t look outside. Look within and seek That.”
Rumi, Sufi Mystic Poet
Mighty God, you plant the seeds within us for transformation and renewal. Teach us how to nurture them so that we may grow into our True Selves. Remind us to cherish this time of incubation and turn our attention within to the quietness and silence of your Presence. May we listen with our hearts so we may sprout new shoots in the springtime. So it is.
