Searchlight

From the Victoria Regina Tarot, the Hermit; from the Alchemist's Oracle, the Throat Chakra:

We can think of attention as being like a searchlight in the darkness.

—Jayarava Attwood

          The Hermit seeks solitude away from all distractions in order to turn his attention to his own thoughts, motives and actions. While external forces might prod me, I know that all of my true spiritual transformations were inner work. It doesn't matter how many mala beads or Buddhist books I buy and read, nothing changes until an effort is made to do the inner work that is required. Yet the Hermit's purpose is two-fold: first to see himself and life clearly while developing compassion for himself and others, and secondly to hold his light of knowledge out to anyone who might find it useful. The Throat Chakra card represents being able to communicate effectively, expressing oneself creatively and with integrity. To those who are interested, the Hermit can pass along what he's learned. But he shouldn't worry if others don't apply the wisdom he offers. They too must do their own inner work; he's just the external prodding force. 

Scorched Earth

From the Tabula Mundi Tarot, the Princess of Wands (Page); from the Alchemist's Oracle, the "Throat Chakra:"

          This lass must not have wanted to risk any burn holes in her new shirt while cooking on the grill. Of course that's not really practical, but neither is she. Her crest is the tiger, a symbol of "willpower, fiery sensuality and courage," according to Meleen. Prudence and its cousins aren't on her list of attributes. Being Earth of Fire, she's got plenty of tinder to burn - a typical youth. Give her a project or a purpose she feels strongly about, and she'll enthusiastically put her passion to work. But without any direction or boundaries, she's likely to inadvertently adopt a scorched earth policy. The water hose that may keep her from burning out of control appears in the Throat Chakra. When my inner fires are raging, I may lose sight of some important truths: all lives matter, life is precious, and violence (including verbal violence) won't solve anything. The solution begins with listening and communicating with tolerance and respect.