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The Abysmal

The Gate of Perseverance

Keynote

The deep within the deep. Persistence despite difficulties has its inevitable rewards.

Collective Perspective

Saying “yes” to an experience begins a new cycle. This requires commitment and perseverance that, when correct, see’s one through even the most challenging situations. This is not about fulfilling expectations, but about entering into new experiences without preconceptions, and seeing where they will lead. It is essential to wait for clarity about whether to dedicate time and energy to an experience, since a half-hearted commitment leads to uncomfortable situations without dedication, often forcing one to quit.

Personal Perspective

The 29th Gate represents the ability to make a commitment. It is the gate of saying 'yes' to an experience once you are clear to commit your time and energy to it. This will start a cycle of experience, so it is crucial to be clear in your response and ask yourself if you really do have the energy to commit yourself. This process is not about fulfilling expectations but to enter into a new experience without a preconceived notion of where it will take you. Once you are clear and ready to commit, your perseverance will see you through even the most challenging situations. With each correct commitment you develop more stamina, and with it your potential to fully apply energy to the work to be done. If your effort is only half-hearted, then you may end up in an uncomfortable situation without the necessary dedication and energy to continue with the process, and find yourself forced to quit.