Change is Afoot

From the Japaridze Tarot, the Eight of Tides (Cups); from the Holitzka I Ching, 'Hexagram 35:'

          A cloaked figure walks toward the morning light in this card, symbolizing what Japaridze describes as "a search for a deeper meaning, a journey of self-discovery." This is the second time I've drawn this card recently, and it made me ponder what might hold me back from finding a higher purpose. Is there some idea that I cling to or some expectation I long for? Does my role as a mentor keep me from being a student - able to see other viewpoints? Perhaps there is simply a fear of the unknown. Whatever it is, the disillusionment and emotional dissatisfaction will push me to take steps, either haltingly or with purpose. Hexagram 35 is often called 'Progress,' and it states that if progress isn't being made then an attitude check is in order (note the Sun). There needs to be a shift in thinking, from what isn't working to what might work; from what isn't possible, to what could. There is a natural flow inherent in this kind of thinking that doesn't force things but opens to observe. Change is afoot!