The Empress — Wisdom of the Cockatoo
When Bonnie the Cockatoo perches beside the Empress, she gleans not only seeds and fruits from her garden, but also the deeper truths of nurture, beauty, and abundance. Birds are keen observers of cycles — they know when to nest, when to call, when to seek the sun, and when to rest in shade. In this way, the Cockatoo mirrors the Empress’s eternal rhythms of life.
From the Empress, the Cockatoo learns:
- Joy in Expression
The Cockatoo’s crest rises like a crown of radiant feathers. From the Empress, this gesture becomes more than instinct — it is celebration, an honoring of life’s pleasures, and the right to be seen. - Sacred Nourishment
- The Empress feeds and sustains. To the Cockatoo, every seed cracked open is not just food but the continuation of life. She teaches him that what nourishes the body also nourishes the soul.
- Community and Connection
- Cockatoos are flock birds, thriving in companionship. The Empress deepens this wisdom: love, care, and tenderness are not luxuries but necessities for growth and harmony.
- Patience in Growth
- From her flowing dress that becomes the earth itself, the Cockatoo understands that all things flourish in their season. His keen eye watches shoots push skyward, and he learns trust in the cycles of time.
Message for the Seeker
When this card appears, listen for the Cockatoo’s call. It is a reminder to celebrate your uniqueness, to seek joy in the everyday, and to trust the natural rhythms of your life. The Empress nurtures you as she nurtures him — urging you to honor what feeds your spirit, to share love generously, and to let yourself grow in the sunlight of abundance.
The Tarot Midwife 