Life Does Not Mean Finding Yourself but Making Yourself
Newsletter #20
Hello Reader,
A tree in its silent, stately presence, has always stood as more than wood and leaf. It portrays a symbol, a sentinel of time, a quiet witness to the unfolding of being. Trees thread into the tapestry of human existence. Our myths, dreams, and souls link with their roots.
To some, a tree symbolises strength. The winds of fate cannot affect its trunk, weathered by the passage of years. It lasts. The bark may crack, and branches may fall, but the heartwood remains solid. In this way, a tree mirrors our voyage through life. Our ability to endure the storms of sorrow and loss. To stand unyielding despite the burdens we carry.
Others see in a tree the beauty of growth. From the smallest seed, buried in the earth, springs forth life, reaching skyward. Each leaf, each bud, shows the quiet, patient miracle of developing. A tree's growth remains slow, sometimes faint, but always purposeful. It advises us to trust the path and to allow ourselves the space to mature. To bloom when the season appears right.
But a tree stands for more than mere strength and growth. It shows a bond, a breathing bridge between earth and sky. Its roots, invisible and mysterious, weave through the dark soil. They draw essence from the depths. Though its branches stretch toward the skies, seeking light. The tree exists in both realms, the seen and the unseen. Does this not reflect our nature? We stay anchored in the world around us, too. However, we reach for something higher, something beyond our grasp. Meaning, purpose, and transcendence push us onward.
Symbols and meanings, 'Meaning of a Tree - Vibrant in Life and Energy' gives more insight into this topic.
To you, what does a tree mean? Growth, connection, memory, or mystery? Or something only you can define?
Stay creative,
Ars