It is the time to begin. Like a plant struggling out of the earth, the strength required is not yet equal to the powerful external forces. It is natural for there to be some confusion as one prepares to begin. But to start alone would be disastrous. Assistance is required, and to attract this help one must show receptivity and even humility. Force, arrogance, independent action bring ruin. In this sweeping aside of the ego, this recognition of one’s own limitations, lies the perspective required to transform chaos into the beginnings of the path. Perseverance will be required.