No one can accompany you at this time. You need to forge ahead alone, if not physically than mentally. Withdrawal of some sort is common and called for. It's not time for grand collaborations with others. You are not ready yet. You need to find yourself first.
Ironically, during this time period, although you may feel alone, others may start to follow your guiding light. You may end up being a leader after this solitary and ultimately life changing quest for self-knowledge.
In a relationship reading, the Hermit says each person needs to individuate in order to strengthen the union. It is not an ending card unless other ending cards are present.
The Hermit card can represent a male sage or female crone. If this card shows up in the "other" position in a spread, the questioner is advised to seek out an elder for advice.
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