The lotus is a powerful symbol of transcendence. Rising from the murky depths, its blooms are a testament to its remarkable ability to endure and flourish in the face of adversity.

While suffering is an inevitable part of the human experience, we are resilient. Although we may feel alone in our suffering, we are all rooted in a shared human experience. Underneath the surface we are all connected, and moving through this fleeting, beautiful existence together. 

The lotus dares us to become the most authentic versions of ourselves. It promises beauty and peace on the other side of hardship. It promises the spiritual awakening that this world is so deeply in need of.