From the Urban Tarot, Strength; from the Principles to Live By, Open-mindedness:
Who is wise? One who learns from all.
—Talmud
Scott explains that the lion statue in this card is based on the famous marble lions that guard the main branch of the New York Public Library. Mayor LaGuardia (1930s) named them Patience and Fortitude, qualities he thought folks needed to survive the depression. Strength does not represent the ability to crush and intimidate; instead, our inner beast invites us to learn courage, endurance and self-control. Open-mindedness is to be receptive to new ideas and viewpoints other than our own. We don't have to automatically discard our own beliefs and ideas, but we make space for new information. Being curious and open allows us to put a damper on frustration and fear in our relationships. Much can be learned (and a calmer mindset had) when we move from a defensive stance to an inquisitive one.
Temperature was 15 F this morning. The birds are a little confused about why the birdbath isn't working!
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