She commits herself to a type of existence largely unknown, and she does it wholeheartedly. Mary is learning as the loving, faithful and trusting servant. The true disciple engages in his master's projects and hopes. The wedding of Cana is such an example of participation in her Son's mission. Again, this example shows that Mary attunes her desire to help to Christ's own mission.
Radical discipleship can lead to personal transformation.
Such is the case for Mary as she stands at the foot of the cross. She suffers with her Son because she is unable to avert his passion and death. She understands that the monstrosity of his death cannot be changed if salvation is to become reality. At the foot of the cross she becomes our spiritual mother. She has to accept a new way of being mother.