Success, Failure, and the Drive to Keep Creating
by Elizabeth Gilbert
TED20147 min
Elizabeth Gilbert reflects on the complexities of creativity and inspiration.
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The Tower
The Tower represents a sudden, dramatic upheaval that destroys false structures and illusions. It signifies a necessary breakdown that leads to a breakthrough and liberation.
sudden changeupheavaldestructionrevelationchaosawakeningliberation
Why This Mapping?
The Tower brings sudden upheaval and revelation. Elizabeth Gilbert shows how destruction teaches devotion to something greater than ourselves.
Reflection Questions
- •What belief or structure in my life is crumbling?
- •How can I surrender to this change instead of resisting it?
- •What truth have I been avoiding that is now forcing itself to the surface?
Five of Cups
A focus on past losses blinds the figure to the remaining hope and support.
grieflossregretdisappointmentemotional turning point
Why This Mapping?
The Five of Cups grieves loss and focuses on what's missing. Elizabeth Gilbert teaches how to move forward while honoring grief.
Reflection Questions
- •What loss do I need to fully mourn so I can finally let it go?
- •What supportive relationships or resources (the two cups) have I been ignoring?
- •Where am I choosing to focus on the negative instead of the potential for renewal?