What the Weeping Willow Tree Symbolizes On a Spiritual and Human Level

A metaphor of the weeping willow tree and life.

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This short story metaphor is a tribute to a fellow Medium writer, Rabia Akram, and her publication.

Although I don’t personally know you, Rabia, I’ve read some of your stories and feel you’re a lovely soul, which is why I wanted to contribute to your new publication, Tree Stories.

The spiritual symbolism behind the weeping willow tree is a profound one that every human can relate to.

I wonder if that’s why maybe I’ve been fascinated with this tree on a soul level ever since I was a little girl.

“The leaves represent the balance, harmony, and growth we experience through these storms and life challenges. The willow tree gives us hope, a sense of belonging, and safety. Furthermore, the ability to let go of the pain and suffering to grow new, strong and bold.” ~The Willow Place for Women

Symbolism of the lovely Willow Tree

The willow tree symbolizes flexibility.

A big part of your purpose in this world is to learn, grow, and evolve through challenging times of adversity. The willow tree is capable of bending in outrageous poses without snapping. We as humans are capable of doing the same on a mental, emotional, and spiritual level.

But, we have to remain open to learning what life is teaching us. Not fighting with it every time something doesn’t go as expected.

We know that without being flexible on a spiritual and human level, life will be a lot harder.

The message of the willow tree is to be fluid with your reality, surrender more, and by doing so, you’ll notice yourself healing and growing into a wiser, braver, and bolder soul.

Imagine how you would feel each day if you consciously chose to be more flexible like the willow tree.

How would this make a difference in your life?

I hope that you’ll consider surrendering and letting go more. Control is an illusion anyway.

Thank you for reading.

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