FALCON

The Falcon is a bird of prey that possesses great powers of speed and  precision.  They are found throughout the world except in Antarctica.  Falcon are 15 to 21 inches long with a wingspan of 40 inches.  The female is slightly larger than the male and both have long pointed wings.  They like to nest in cliffs, tall trees and on tall buildings and eat other birds.   Falcons live about 15 years and travel great distances during migrations.

FALCON MEDICINE

• The hunting technique of the falcon relies on spectacular "stoops," in which the birds fold their wings and go into a dive that ends with a midair strike. Depending on the size of the prey, they either grab hold with their talons, or knock the kill out of the air and descend to pluck and eat.  The medicine of the falcon spirit often emphasizes swift movement or aggressive action.   

• The falcon rides wind currents searching for movement in the sky or on the ground.  When falcon comes to perch near you, the message may be to search for new ideas, take a broader view, or look at a situation with a fresh perspective.

• When on the hunt, falcons will often dive for prey prematurely and miss the kill, indicating they may be somewhat impatient.  Examine your actions to see if you are acting in a similar way in a situation that requires more patience.

• It's beauty, regal stance and aggressiveness marks the falcon as a leader among the bird people.  Search for ways to be a role model. 

• Frequently, the falcon, like the hawk and owl, is a messenger spirit guide and will come and leave quickly during an event and make a powerful statement or whisper quietly in your ear. 

• Falcons need freedom and stimulation in their lives.  Possibly this is the message they bring to you.

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FOX

The Fox represents cunning, slyness, stealth, observation, and wisdom. 

 

The Fox can take on human form according to Chinese and American Indian beliefs.  The Hopi, Cherokee and other tribes know that Fox Medicine brings healing power.  The Apache say the Fox brought the first fire to the people.  Other cultures such as the ancient Egyptians thought the Fox brought blessings of the gods.  The Incas deified the Fox.  

 

There are 23 species of omnivorous canid Foxes worldwide and is found on nearly every continent.  In the Bengali language the Fox is known as "huacka-hua."  The French call the Fox "Le renard glapit."  The Japanese say, "konkon."   Foxes tend to be smaller than other members of their family such as wolves, jackals and domestic dogs. They have slender, slightly flattened skulls, pointed muzzles, moderately short but powerful legs, large ears, and long, bushy tails.  Unlike many canids, foxes are not pack animals; they are solitary, opportunistic feeders that hunt live prey (especially rodents) by stealth, cunning and surprise. With great dexterity and a pouncing technique practiced from an early age, they are usually able to kill their prey instantly. Foxes also gather a wide variety of other foods ranging from grasshoppers to fruit and berries. Foxes have been successfully employed to control pests on fruit farms, leaving the fruit intact.  Foxes hold individual territories and generally remain within them except for the mating season. Young foxes are called kits. Males are known as dogs and females are called vixen.  A group of foxes is a skulk.

 

FOX MEDICINE

• The Fox also has a highly developed sense of smell.  As an animal spirit guide, the Fox will help you to recognize subtle things in life and make you alert to unpleasant situations.

• A Fox is very quite and blends into its surroundings becoming almost invisible. Being in harmony with ones surroundings is important to people who carry this medicine.  For those with this animal spirit guide, try being very quiet and practice blending in without notice - especially if you have a powerful presence around others. 

• The body of the Fox is quite small in comparison to its cousins, but its ample fur offers good protection and appears to be much bigger than it is.  There are several things that may be learned from this good trait. 

• The Fox has super-sensitive hearing - so you may also be able to hear Spirit.  Listening is often more important than speaking - a good lesson to remember.

• Mr. Fox comes out of hiding at dusk-twilight the time and often hunts under the cover of darkness.  His keen eyesight is a gift that may teach you too see beyond your present situation and to be able to see Spirit.  

• By living between light and darkness, the Fox looks into both worlds.  

• The Fox is physically and mental quick and extremely agile which can teach you ways to respond quickly to situations by using the power of inner instincts and knowing.

• A Fox teaches good eating habits - not from what it eats, but from the way it eats.  The fox eats small amounts frequently.  The Fox is not a picky eater and readily accepts whatever is available.    

The Fox packs a lot of medicine and good teachings into its small body.  Knowing the Fox and its ways will help you maintain balance and harmony in your life. 

 

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HORSE

Speed, strength, and grace are the finer qualities of this noble animal.  The horse lived on the North American continent for thousands of years, but mysteriously disappeared and was later reintroduced by Spanish Conquistadors in the 1500's.  American Indians quickly mastered equestrian skills and found the spirit of the horse to be a valuable asset in learning ways of leadership, safety in movement and freedom.

 

HORSE MEDICINE

• Even though the horse can be domesticated, it's spirit forever roams into the far reaches of freedom.   The horse meant ease of movement for indigenous people who quickly learned they could hunt and move into new territories as never before.  For those who seek the spirit of the horse, the idea of freedom may be a predominant theme.  To the American Indian, the horse symbolizes freedom and the power that comes with being free.

• If horse has come in your dreams or visions, there may be a promise of safe travel ahead.  Movement or a new adventure, whether it be physical or spiritual is near.  

• People knowledgeable of horse medicine know that taming the wild, freedom seeking aspects of its personality is not easy, but the benefits of gentleness and tolerance is attainable with patient kindness and continual training.

• The horse spirit is intensely independent that often creates conflict in personal and professional relationships.   People who walk with the horse spirit are often independent leaders who forge new paths of awareness.

• The power and strength of the horse spirit is able to take its rider to new spiritual territory.  It reminds us of our inner power and gives us courage to move forward.

• The strong legs and back of the horse remind us to remain solidly grounded in our spiritual walk our earthly experiences and to carry the burdens of life with dignity.    

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LIZARD

Lizards are ancient brothers who are found in warmer climates all over the earth. There are five general families of lizards and literally hundreds of species, the largest being the Komodo Dragons weighing in at more than 350 pounds and the smallest is the Beata measuring less than three quarters of an inch long.  They have many descriptive names such as the Australian Bearded Dragon, Yellow Spotted Gecko, Iguanas, Salamanders, and Horned Lizards who squirt blood from their eyes.  Many American Indian tribes recorded their relationship with the lizard in images on pottery, petroglyphs, effigy bowls, figures, and shells and portrayed lizards in their ceremonies and stories as symbols of strength. 

LIZARD MEDICINE

• Some Southwest Indian tribes believe horned lizards can cure the sick by asking for the lizard's strength in song and chant showing their respect to the animal. 

• The Lizard is often seen laying peacefully in the shadows of rocks or seen skittering around in dark holes, between light and darkness and is thus referred to as the 'dream walker' or one who lives in the dream world.  Dreams are important to the human psychic and depict subtle messages from deep within the mind.  Lizard medicine reveals these hidden messages during the dream state.  Proper interpretation of these dreams often requires the assistance of one trained in the ways of the lizard medicine.  

• The psychic characteristics inherent in the lizard teaches those with this medicine how to awaken their own abilities by making choices that honor every part of ones life.  When lizard appears it signifies a need to go within and analyze your present reality and once done, move with confidence and conviction out into the world of new beginnings.

• A powerful totem to have, lizard reveals your weaknesses, your strengths and prompts the energy of change.

• The lizard is very sensitive to ground vibrations, they have keen eyesight and superior hearing.  Those who feel the spirit of the lizard can learn ways to use their enhanced sensory perceptions to connect with their deeper psychic and spiritual awareness.   

• One power of the lizard is its ability to escape from danger by leaving its tail behind and growing another.  When lizard slithers into your life, it may mean a need to move quickly to avoid danger and be prepared to leave something behind.

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LYNX

The Lynx is an exquisitely beautiful member of the cat family know by its short, strong body and long legs, bobbed tail and tufts of fur that sprout out a the top of each ear.  Their coats are thick and luxurious in the winter to protect them against the icy winds that prevail in the high mountainous regions of Canada and Alaska. Having large, padded paws the lynx is sure-footed on ice and snow while chasing its primary prey, the snowshoe hare.  Like most cats, the Lynx will spend much of its life alone. The lynx has powerful eyesight and great abilities of stealth and cunning are formidable. 

LYNX MEDICINE

• It is said the ancient Greeks believed the lynx could see through mountains and American Indians tell many stories about the hypnotic eyes of the lynx with their captivating powers seduction.  These and other unique characteristics have encouraged ideas that the lynx has supernatural qualities.      

• The lynx is a patient hunter and its messages often entail serenity, tolerance, understanding.  The lynx helps us to endure waiting for  long periods to achieve a necessary goal. 

• The lynx is very territorial and will go to great lengths to protect its hunting grounds.  If lynx is in your dreams and visions, you may be in  need of spiritual or mental protection.  The lynx keen nose can warn against negative invasions.

  As a solitary animal who hunts and lives alone much of its life, the lynx often comes to those who are loners by desire or design.  Lessons of independence and self-reliance are part of its offering, but sometimes the message may be one to console a lonely heart or spirit. 

  Because of its coloring, size and stealth, the lynx is able to blend and sometimes appear to disappear in its environment.  This medicine is valuable in moving unseen between planes and remaining in the background, unobserved and not up front in relationships and events.  

• Once the lynx has successfully tracked its prey, he will sit and quietly observe the whole environment before moving for the kill.  Watching for intruders, other prey and passersby, the lynx will absorb all the various activities and weigh all the options before taking action.  These characteristics are valuable lessons life in general terms for humans.  Silent observation is a great power that allows one see things unnoticed by others.  As we follow the power of good silence, we are able to hear the higher purpose intended by the Creator.   

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MOOSE

Our powerful moose cousin is a symbol of courage and determination.  Those who know the moose spirit proudly walk with grace and have universal knowledge.  The power of their presence is awesome and inspiring.

MOOSE MEDICINE   

• Moose calves are born with their eyes open.  Those who follow the moose medicine see life situations with clarity and can see into the beyond.

• The moose's huge antlers protect it during battle and represents the tree of knowledge.  This teaches us to shield ourselves from life's many adversaries with truth and spiritual understanding.

• The adult male can stand over 7 feet tall and weigh 1,200 pounds.  Its size and lumbering appearance is deceiving because the moose is agile and fast.   Moose spirit guides bring these same qualities to the individual who seek their wisdom.  

• Despite its great size, moose can camouflage itself very well and can move silently and quickly through its terrain.   This teaches us ways to become invisible when necessary and not allow our powerful presence to become overbearing to others.

• The bellow of the male moose can be heard for many miles.  This trait shows us that our great presence can be known to all when necessary. 

• The appearance of the moose is both awkward and graceful at the same time.  These traits are translated in human terms as   instruction in ways to be gracious and relaxed in our dealings with others.

• Moose have a keen sense of smell and hearing.   The spirit guide of the moose will often bring messages of future events yet unseen.

• The sheer power and strength of the moose is tremendous.  Those who walk with the moose know the value of good self esteem and quickly discover their walk in life.  

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