Certain metaphors for change are present in all cultures.

There are certain metaphors for change and transformation occur over and over again in the world’s literature. 

They are:

Transitioning from caterpillar to butterflyAwakening from the dream of realityUncovering the veils of illusionMoving from captivity to liberationPurification by inner fireGoing from darkness to lightMoving from fragmentation into wholenessJourneying toward a visionReturning to the sourceDying and being rebornUnfolding the tree of our life

If you want to check out my article on universal metaphors for change:

https://www.kimhermanson.com/2017/10/22/11-universal-metaphors-for-change-that-are-present-in-all-cultures/