1/1 original art by Sepimnft, 3500*4500 , 5.2 mb , jpg file , Like the lotus flower that is born out of mud, we must honor the darkest parts of ourselves and the most painful of our life’s experiences. Because they are what allow us to birth our most beautiful self.( Debbie Ford ) The lotus is a symbol of rebirth and regeneration in many different cultures.This is because it emerges from muddy, dirty waters and blooms during the day , but as soon as it gets dark it closes up and retreats back into the water only to repeat this cycle the next day.