9 The Hermit

UPRIGHT - This is solitude with purpose. The Hermit isn’t lonely; he’s selective. He knows clarity doesn’t shout, it whispers. His lantern lights only a few steps ahead, reminding you that you don’t need the full map to move forward. This card invites introspection, patience, and the courage to walk your path even when no one else understands it yet.

REVERSED - The lantern’s still lit, but you’ve been hiding behind it a little too long. The Hermit reversed speaks of isolation disguised as introspection, withdrawing not to reflect, but to avoid. You may be dodging conversations, decisions, or the outside world altogether. This card nudges you to ask: Is your solitude nourishing you, or keeping you stuck? Wisdom grows in silence, yes, but it’s meant to be shared once you find it.