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.