There are metaphors for change present in all cultures
Throughout the world’s literature, certain metaphors of transformation appear time and time again, reflecting the universal human experience of growth, awakening, and renewal.
These metaphors capture the deep processes of personal and collective change, symbolizing our journey toward greater understanding, freedom, and wholeness.
From the delicate metamorphosis of a caterpillar into a butterfly to the profound act of moving from darkness into light, these images are found across cultures, reminding us of the inner shifts we all undergo.
These metaphors speak to our shared desire to shed old patterns, awaken to new realities, and return to the essence of who we truly are.
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