The Orca spirit animal is the earth’s record keeper for all time. As a totem, the whale teaches you about listening to your inner voice, understanding the impact your emotions have on your everyday life, and following your own truth. When the Orca enters your life, it may be time to closely examine where you are, the actions and emotions that have brought you to this point, and what you can do to alleviate existing drama and unrest and find peace. Those who have the whale as their animal totem...

While in Native North America, woodpecker means “protector of mankind” as manifested in their awesome way of nestling and seeking out a home with the available trees or wood that they can find. This bird is also identified into an identity of a prophet because of its ability to send off message in knocking or as they peck on a tree which is a sort of communication to their kin. It is also in this premise of knocking or pecking which seems like drumming that makes this bird a sign of battle a...

Bee spirit has a strong work ethic but it also knows the importance of stopping and smelling the flowers. There is a time to enjoy life’s nectar and a time to grab after the proverbial brass ring with vehemence. Bee helps with both, and in finding the delicate balance between the two.Technically speaking Bee should not be able to fly – it’s designed all wrong aerodynamically. From a spiritual perspective this speaks of our limitations and how to move past them successfully. It’s doubtful...

Moth’s gifts include the power of the whirlwind, ease of movement in darkness/shadow, transformation/metamorphosis, ability to confuse enemies, ability to find light in darkness, hearing spoken and unspoken messages.Moths reside in all but polar regions. Their bodies, legs and wings are covered with numerous touch hairs that come off if the moth is touched – they are highly sensitive to touch. They can feel, smell, taste and tell the temperature with their feathery antennae, with the tiny pe...

Swan’s Wisdom Includes awakening the power of self, balance, grace, inner beauty, innocence, self-esteem, understanding dream symbols, seeing into the future, understanding spiritual, evolution, developing intuitive abilities, divination, grace in dealing with others and commitment.Swan represents grace and beauty on many levels. It is associated with love, poetry and music. The swan was sacred to Venus, the love goddess in Roman mythology. The swan was often pictured singing to a lyre in Gree...

The badger stops at nothing to get what it wants, and this is a lesson for us to be persistent in our pursuits. Specifically, those with the badger totem often attract this creature because he/she has difficulty finishing what is started. The badger will help with this aspect in life. You can call upon the stubborn, strong-willed nature of the badger to help you complete any project you start.The badger is also fiercely independent and can be quite aggressive when threatened. This is a lesson ...

Although the crab lives its life alternating between land and water, its symbolic value focuses on the water element. The moon and its respective lunar themes are also prominent in crab symbolism across cultures and different spiritual realms, with crabs looking to the moon as a guide.For humans, this crustacean is a sign of protection, notably because of its hard exoskeletal shell. The crab animal totem reminds us that we can wear our own protective armor when we need to, and that we should no...

The spider is a remarkable figure of feminine energy and creativity in the spirit animal kingdom. Spiders are characterised by the skilled weaving of intricate webs and patience in awaiting their prey. By affinity with the spider spirit animal, you may have qualities of high receptivity and creativity. Having the spider as a power animal or totem helps you tune into life’s ebbs and flows and ingeniously weave every step of your destiny.Spider MeaningCommon meanings for the spider spirit anima...

Beetles aid in transformation, metamorphosis, resurrection and rebirth - rebirth of the soul to a new spiritual ideal and renewed devotion. This animal teaches harmony in the coming changes by utilizing your intuitive abilities and teaches discernment where you need it the most. Beetles have a protective quality that will aid in the ability to socialize and communicate effectively by illuminating problems and situations in the correct perspective. Are you eating correctly? Now is the time to exa...

Through myth and legend Lizard is associated with the dream time. When we dream, we imagine different futures and decide which we will materialise. Dreams contain some of the subtlest perceptions of the mind of which we may not be conscious.Lizard helps us see the importance of respecting and remembering our dreams. Lizard medicine is the companion of every day waking reality, where our dreams are studied before they are manifested physically. Pay attention to your dreams, as they reveal to us w...

Snails symbolise many deep and powerful things that most of us might not realise. These little crawlers are more in-depth than ever imagined. Keep in mind that not only are there land snails, but there are also sea snails so in this regard this species bridges the gap between elements. And any animal that bridges the gap between two elements bridges the gap between the mundane and the spiritual worlds.A snail symbolizes: bridging the gap between the element of Earth and Waterthe spiral or cycle ...

When you have the hawk as a spirit animal, you may have an inclination towards using the power of vision and intuition in your daily life. The hawk totem provides wisdom about seeing situations from a higher perspective, using the power of observation, and focusing on the task at hand. It’s a good companion to develop spiritual awareness.Hawk Totem MeaningThe hawk spirit animal or totem has several attributes and meanings: Hawk is the messenger of the spirit worldUse the power of focusTake ...

Dolphins balance their animal nature with a higher intelligence. They trust their instincts and intuition rather than overthinking things. They live peacefully with other species, including humans. It isn’t uncommon for dolphins to swim and play around swimmers and boats. Their gentle natures remind us to look for the good in everyone and strive to bring peace to our lives and those around us.People are often attracted to the dolphin power animal because of their playfulness. They are a remind...

Eagle’s medicine includes swiftness, strength, courage, wisdom, keen sight, illumination of Spirit, healing, creation, knowledge of magic, ability to see hidden spiritual truths, rising above the material to see the spiritual, ability to see the overall pattern/big picture, connection to spirit guides and teachers and higher truths, great power and balance, dignity with grace, intuitive and creative spirit, respect for the boundaries of the regions, grace achieved through knowledge and hard wo...

Finch Animal Totem SymbolismThe vibrant little finch animal totem is unafraid to express what makes its heart sing. It is an outwardly jovial and upbeat bird with many lessons to teach us. We often find ourselves overwhelmed by negativity in our lives and thus find it difficult to be truly and simply happy. This is where the finch comes in as the dutiful master does for its student.The Finches as bird totems remind us of the important attributes of joy, appreciation, high energy, positivity and ...

Each fish has an extensive list of symbolic properties and individual traits unique to it. However, there are several general interpretations that apply to the species in general, such as a sense of eternity, fertility, joy, changes and knowledge, to name just a few. To fully comprehend the symbolic meanings of the fish, though, we must first understand the strong implications of water.The Fish animal totem allow us to connect with water, the most creative and mysterious element of our world. Si...

The butterfly is a symbol of powerful transformations. By analogy to the development of this animal, the meaning associated with the butterfly emphasizes the ability to move from one state, perspective, lifestyle to another.When the butterfly comes into your life as spirit guide, you may be going through or expect important changes in your life. More than changes in your environment, the transformation the butterfly totem points to are more internal: They could be related to your own perspecti...

You are being reminded that even if you feel that others do not understand you or “get” what you are doing – it is no excuse to curl up and hide. Sure you may need a little bit of space right now but the world needs your gifts and it’s time to start sharing them again. Be yourself, and don’t take things so personally when those around you cannot see what your intentions are or misunderstand your words. Their capacity for understanding usually comes from their own reality and where th...

ALPHYN SPIRIT RING VESSELFOR COURAGEThis ring is a vessel specially for the power of the Alphyn.  I would rather offer vessels for the spirits to come through, rather than spirit keeping, as I believe that the spirits are not for us to keep, they have a spirit home to return too.  The vessel lets them come and go as they wish, or for you to call upon when you need their help.The Alphyn is  a true alley when in times of need.  This bold spirit will help you when you need courage to face...

SNAKE SPIRIT RING VESSELFOR GUIDANCE AND INTUITION This ring is a vessel specially for the power of the Snake.  I would rather offer vessels for the spirits to come through, rather than spirit keeping, as I believe that the spirits are not for us to keep, they have a spirit home to return too.  The vessel lets them come and go as they wish, or for you to call upon when you need their help.The Snake Spirit is cunning friend, and will help to guide you though situations that you do not ...