Shamanism
Animal Medicine
Animals have their individual medicines and each brings a different perspective to learn!
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March 21, 2018
Ted Andrews
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Animal Medicine
Bird Medicine
Animals have communicated with humans since the beginning of their relationship. Animals are the messengers of Nature, Goddess Gaia, and Mother Earth…the nature spirit world. For more information on connecting with the inhabitants, I strongly encourage getting the book or CD called Animal Speaks by Ted Andrews. I have been blessed with taking a workshop with him and talking with him directly about my encounters in nature.
Much of this information is from his books, along with Medicine Cards by Janie Sams & David Carson.
These animals are the most commonly seen and for the most uncommonly seen animals. I am doing this by groups: insects, reptiles, birds, animals. I am limiting this to a few of each group. Again, get Ted Andrews’ books, CDs, and Animal Tarot… It will open your world to Nature in the most beautiful ways.
~Insects~
ANT – Industriousness, Order, Discipline and Patience
BEE – Fertility and the Honey of Life
BEETLE – Resurrection
BUTTERFLY– Transmutation and the Dance of Joy, Transformation
CATERPILLAR – Good Luck, New Birth
DRAGONFLY – The power of Light, Illusions
GRASSHOPPER – Uncanny Leaps Forward, Trust Inner Voice
SPIDER – Creativity and Weaving of Fate, Maintain Balance, Death/Rebirth, Weaving
FLY – Stability even within indiscriminate and unhealthy environments.
MOSQUITO – Temporary irritations & attacks upon self-worth, extra protection needed
MOTH – Fertility and Increased relationships
SCORPIO – Dynamic transformation through secret passions and desires
SNAIL – Protecting vulnerable emotions and spirits
TICK – Unbalanced Relationships
WASP – Protective nourishment, role fulfillment, Dreams fulfilled through practical efforts
~Reptiles~
Alligators and Crocodiles – Primal Energies of Birth, Motherhood, and Initiation Integration
Frogs – Transformation through Water and Sound, Cleansing
Lizards – Subtlety of Perception, Lucid Dreaming, Listening to One’s Only Intuition, Detachment
Snake – Rebirth, Resurrection, Initiation, and Wisdoms
Turtle – Motherhood, Longevity, Awakening to Opportunities
~Birds~
Blue Jay- The right use of power
Canary – Power of Song and Voice
Cardinal – Renewal Vitality through recognizing self-importance
Chicken/Rooster – Fertility and Sacrifice/Sexuality, Watchfulness and Resurrection
Crane- Longevity and Creation through Focus
Crow/Raven- The Secret Magic of Creation/ Magic, Shapeshifting and Creation
Dove – Messenger of Spirit, Energies of Peace, Maternity and Prophecy
Duck – Emotional Comfort and Protection
Eagle – Higher Perspective, Illumination of Spirit, Healing, and Creation
Finch– New Kinds of Experiences, Variety and Multiplicity (look at color is important)
Flicker/Woodpecker – New Rhythm of Growth and Healing Love/ Power of Rhythm, Discrimination
Hawk – Messenger, Visionary Power and Guardian
Hummingbird – Tireless Joy and Nectar of Love.
Owl – Mystery of Magic, Omens, Silent Wisdom and Vision
Peacock – Resurrection and Wise Vision (Watchfulness)
Pelican – Renewed Buoyancy and Unselfishness
Penguin – Lucid Dreaming and Astral Projection (Going Between Realms)
Robin – Spread of New Growth
Sparrow – Awakening and Triumph of Common Nobility
Turkey – Shared Blessing and Harvest
Vulture – Change in Digestion, Purification, Death/Rebirth, New Vision
Wren – Resourcefulness and Boldness
~Animals~–
Badger – Keeper of the Stories, Bold Self-Expression and Reliance
Bat – Transition and Initiation, Facing Fears
Bear – Awakening the Power of the Unconscious, Introspection
Boar/Javalina – Fertility, Fidelity, Strength, Family Protection/ Facing Fear
Bobcat/Lynx – Secrets, Silence/ Vision of the Hidden and Unseen
Cat – Independence, Mystery and Magic
Cougar/Mountain Lion/Panther/Jaguar – Claiming One’s Power/Leadership
Coyote – Wisdom and Folly, Trickster
Deer – Gentleness and Innocence
Dog – Faithfulness, Protection, Companionship
Dolphin – The Power of Breath and Sound, Messenger of Spirit
Elephant – Ancient Power, Strength, and Royalty
Fox – Feminine Magic of Camouflage, Shapeshifting, and Invisibility
Horse – Freedom, Power and Travel
Javalina/Wild Boar – Having the courage to face your greatest fears.
Kangaroo – Time of Forward Movement
Lion – Assertion of the Feminine and The Power of the Female Sun
Monkey/Apes – Communication and Expression
Mountain Lion – Reclaiming One’s Power
Moose – Primal Feminine Energies and the Magic of Life and Death
Mouse – Attention to Detail
Otter – Playtime, Sharing, Joy
Polar bear – Great teachings and Supernatural Power in Physical and spiritual realms
Prairie Dog – Community
Rabbit- Fertility and New Life, Defense
Raccoon – Dexterity and Disguise
Rams/Big Horn Sheep – Seeking New Beginnings
Rat- Success, Restlessness and Shrewdness
Skunk – Sensuality, Respect, and Self Esteem
Squirrel- Activity and Preparedness
Tiger – Passion, Power, Devotion, and Sensuality
Whale- Creation, Power of Song, Awakening Inner Depths
Wolf – Guardianship, Ritual, Loyalty and Spirit
Zebra – Agility. Not Strength Brings Success, Individuality within a group
Ceremonials and ritual to give back to Mother Earth while reconnecting to the Oneness.
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“Humans are a part of creation and shamanism is our way of connecting with the whole.”
― Will Adcock, Shamanism: Rituals For Spiritual Journeying And Creating Sacred Space