In this card, Bonnie the cockatoo faces the towering might of the dinosaur. At first glance, it seems like a mismatch: small feathers against great teeth, softness against raw force. Yet Bonnie does not back away. Instead, she leans into her own inner reserves—courage, patience, and the sharp intelligence that comes from knowing who she is.
Strength here is not about overpowering the dinosaur but about meeting it with balance. Bonnie shows us that true strength lies in the quiet, steady presence that calms storms and tames fears. Her feathers may bristle, but she does not lash out. She holds the card of bones before her, a reminder that even the most fearsome creature is part of the same great cycle of life and death.
This card asks you to consider where you need to summon inner strength. It is not about brute force or domination—it is about grace under pressure, the resolve to stand firm when others waver, and the wisdom to know when compassion is stronger than anger.
When you draw Strength, ask yourself:
• Where am I being called to face fear with gentleness?
• How can I balance instinct and reason?
• What would it look like to embody courage without aggression?
Bonnie teaches us that even the smallest being can carry vast strength. The dinosaur may roar, but the heart that stays calm and steadfast will not be shaken.
The Tarot Midwife 