So what's the big deal about the Lotus?

 

We think the most interesting symbolic aspect of this plant is how it comes to life. Typically the Lotus (also commonly known as the water lily) is born from murk and mire. Yep. From muddy, slimy waters, this brilliant blossom emerges.

It is the metaphor for life as we know it.

 

Let's face it. Stuff happens. It's what we make of a crappy situation that counts.

 

Sure... we can crawl under our misery, never lifting our heads to and face the situation head-on. That's always an option.

 

Or, we can be like the lotus. We can make the best of our crummy environment and rise above everybody's expectations. 

 

Lotus flower meanings are all about aspiring to express, to live, & sharing the beauty.

 

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