Tarot Hawk

The Hermit

The Hermit represents a journey with the self, though it may be a solitary discovery.

Upright position meaning

When the Hermit is pulled upright, it means you're on a journey with yourself. The Hermit seeks solitude and a quiet feeling that can only be accomplished when one unplugs from the world around them. Maybe this means you need to take a step back from drowning out your inner voice, thoughts, and feelings with the company of others and spend some time with yourself. This journey of self-reflection can only be accomplished in one way - by spending time alone.

Reversed position meaning

When the Hermit is reversed, it may mean you've been spending too much time alone and it's becoming harmful. The unconscious mind is filled with things we don't quite understand, and going it alone without any sort of comfort or kinship may be dangerous and in worst cases, destructive.

Be careful in how you seek out time alone, especially when you pull the Hermit reversed, as it may mean the lonely world of the quiet mind is an uncertain place to travel.

Advice meaning

The Hermit is asking you to spend some time in solitude. It's the best way to find and listen to your inner voice, which may be the voice of truth.