Animal Spirit
Guides& Totems
Many cultures believe that humans can work in cooperation with animal spirits for healing, wisdom, and insight. Mythologies claim that certain tribes originated from animal spirit beings, and thus the tribes continue to honor their totems or ancient ancestors, even today. Shamans in various societies enter a sacred dream in which their animal spirit allies give them information or assist in the healing of their patients. And almost universally, tribal hunters pay homage to the spirit of the animal they will hunt in order to request its cooperation and assist in the continuation of the species.
No matter what you believe, you can learn a great deal about yourself by studying the characteristics and patterns of the animals you admire. An animal spirit is really the essence of a particular species and represents that animal's qualities. You can call on an animal spirit to come to you in dreams and meditations where it will teach you how to bring its unique strengths into your life.
Animals also mirror your subconscious beliefs and patterns. They remind you to connect with your own inner, instinctual nature. If you are drawn to certain animals at certain times in your life, consider them to be messengers from Spirit. See what the animal symbolizes and learn how that might apply to your life.
I offer you these interpretations of the animals as a tool for your personal growth. May they guide you with joy.
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