The Hermit moves forward alone, with a light limited to what lies just in front of him. His progress rests on the attention given to each step.
The Hermit walks alone, his back bent, a lantern raised in one hand and a long staff in the other. The glow of the lantern reaches only the ground just in front of him.
Chosen slowness deepens judgement. What you understand in calm holds better against opposing views, and the light carried lights one more step.
Withdrawal cuts you off from the world. Looking for yet another piece of information delays a decision already lit well enough, and alone too long you take your habits for truths.
RWS. Arcana IX. Prudence, voluntary retreat, accepted solitude: Waite links the Hermit to these three notions, not to passing time.
Take time alone, with no screen or advice. Note what remains when the noise falls silent, then move ahead with the clarity you actually have.
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