All Discussions Tagged 'meaning' - Totem Talk2024-03-28T23:17:03Zhttps://totemtalk.ning.com/group/h/forum/topic/listForTag?tag=meaning&feed=yes&xn_auth=noHERON (Great Blue)tag:totemtalk.ning.com,2022-07-12:5521792:Topic:1233152022-07-12T18:33:42.835ZTerri Benninghttps://totemtalk.ning.com/profile/TerriBenning
<p><span style="font-size: 14pt;"><strong>SPIRIT OF THE HERON</strong> ~ autonomy, self-reliance, honor, virtue, spirituality, goddess connection, introspection, soul-searching, inner reflection, and meditation.</span></p>
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<p><span style="font-size: 14pt;"><em>A blue heron <strong>is a symbol of the presence of the gods</strong></em></span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: 14pt;"><em>"Creativity is the Blue Heron within us waiting to fly; through her imagination, all things become…</em></span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: 14pt;"><strong>SPIRIT OF THE HERON</strong> ~ autonomy, self-reliance, honor, virtue, spirituality, goddess connection, introspection, soul-searching, inner reflection, and meditation.</span></p>
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<p><span style="font-size: 14pt;"><em>A blue heron <strong>is a symbol of the presence of the gods</strong></em></span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: 14pt;"><em>"Creativity is the Blue Heron within us waiting to fly; through her imagination, all things become possible."</em></span></p>
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<p><span style="font-size: 14pt;"><strong>LINKS:</strong></span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: 14pt;"><a href="https://whatismyspiritanimal.com/spirit-totem-power-animal-meanings/birds/heron-symbolism-meaning/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">https://whatismyspiritanimal.com/spirit-totem-power-animal-meanings/birds/heron-symbolism-meaning/</a></span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: 14pt;"><a href="https://www.richardalois.com/symbolism/heron-symbolism" target="_blank" rel="noopener">https://www.richardalois.com/symbolism/heron-symbolism</a></span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: 14pt;"><a href="https://www.angelicalbalance.com/spirituality/blue-heron-symbolism/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">https://www.angelicalbalance.com/spirituality/blue-heron-symbolism/</a></span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: 14pt;"><a href="https://digestfromexperts.com/3543/blue-heron-spiritual-meaning-and-symbolism/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">https://digestfromexperts.com/3543/blue-heron-spiritual-meaning-and-symbolism/</a></span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: 14pt;"><a href="https://www.spirit-animals.com/heron-symbolism/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">https://www.spirit-animals.com/heron-symbolism/</a></span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: 14pt;"><a href="https://www.tanyacasteel.com/project/blue-heron-symbolism/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">https://www.tanyacasteel.com/project/blue-heron-symbolism/</a></span></p>
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<li><span style="font-size: 14pt;">Autonomy</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: 14pt;">Honor</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: 14pt;">Introspection</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: 14pt;">Meditation</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: 14pt;">Observation</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: 14pt;">Patience</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: 14pt;">Prosperity</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: 14pt;">Solitude</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: 14pt;">Soul-Searching</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: 14pt;">Virtue</span></li>
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<p><span style="font-size: 14pt;">In Greek myths, Heron is God’s messenger, so it was wrong to harm one in any way as it brought terrible luck. Stories of Athena speak of a Heron as one of Her messengers. Heron also represents honor and virtue. Throughout Greek Art, Heron plays a role in the on-going struggle between good and evil; the balance between these two concepts has a substantial influence on the symbolism and meaning of Heron spiritually.<br/> <br/> In nature, Heron flies alone. The Bird is not fond of groups except during the mating season. As a result, Heron represents solitude and corresponds with The Hermit Card in the Tarot. Like The Hermit, Heron speaks of introspection, soul-searching, inner reflection, and meditation.<br/> <br/> Another natural characteristic of Heron is his ability to Hunt. Heron moves in the blink of an eye and spears a fish for dinner. While the actual capture happens near instantaneously, the wait beforehand may be long and very still. Here Heron teaches the quality of patience – of observing and thinking before we act.<br/> <br/> Egyptians had a profound relationship with Heron. A God, known as Bennu, is a large red and gold Heron. One of the oldest cities in Egypt, Heliopolis, held this Bird as sacred. Bennu created light, which may be why Heliopolis became known as the City of the Sun. Bennu has sometimes been related to Ra or Osiris reborn into a new life. In creation stories, it is the call of a Heron that heralded the beginning of creation. To this day, a double-headed Heron represents prosperity in Egypt.<br/> <br/> The Heron has ties to the Water Element that encourages us to flow with the energies around us. We do not need to struggle with nature but instead cooperate with it. There is no question the Heron is lovely and graceful. It’s hard not to be inspired by such a marvelous, stunning Bird.<br/> <br/> Other keywords and characteristics associated with Heron include Autonomy, calm, detachment, keen-mindedness, individuality, gallantry, meditation, nobility, peace, serendipity, solitude, stability, steadfastness, tact, tenacity, reclusiveness, and willpower.</span></p>
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<p><span style="font-size: 14pt;"><strong>HERON ANIMAL TOTEM</strong></span></p>
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<p><span style="font-size: 14pt;">Those born with a Heron Totem Animal are solitary by nature. They do not like people interfering in private matters. Their circles are tiny, with at least one person being a mate. While they seem at ease in a group, after a social occasion, they retreat once more.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: 14pt;">If Heron is your Birth Totem, you like a lot of diversity. Throughout your life, you learn a bit of this and a tad of that. You can put on one of many hats and be fairly adept – from plumbing to getting wax out of rugs.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: 14pt;">This characteristic of Heron gives them a lot of freedom. You don’t expect people to understand your lifestyle. You will never be traditional. From the outside, this lifestyle appears unstable and disorderly. To you, however, there is a pattern that you can see, adjust, and complete, sometimes while doing two other things at the same time! Better still, you have a unique knack for taking advantage of a moment that others miss completely.</span></p>
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<p><span style="font-size: 14pt;">Folks with this power animal do not seem to need a lot of people in their life. Nor do they feel pressured to keep up with the material world. These people also are never compelled to be traditional in their life roles. They stand out in your uniqueness, and they know how to snatch and take advantage of things and events that the average person would leave untouched. Be proud of that. Resourcefulness, thy name is Heron.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: 14pt;">Other keywords and characteristics associated with Heron include autonomy, calm, detachment, keen-mindedness, individuality, gallantry, meditation, nobility, peace, serendipity, solitude, stability, steadfastness, tact, tenacity, reclusiveness, and willpower.</span></p>
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<p><span style="font-size: 14pt;"><strong>HERON POWER ANIMAL</strong></span></p>
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<p><span style="font-size: 14pt;">Heron makes a perfect Power Animal for when you are working toward greater independence and responsibility or for moments when you’re trying to stand on your own two feet. The Bird’s preference for being alone gives it an energetic signature that fully supports efforts to liberate yourself and to become self-sufficient. In embracing your independence, Heron also helps you become more confident in the skills and talents you have, while simultaneously igniting within you the spirit of exploration.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: 14pt;">As a Power Animal, Heron supports you with fresh starts, the discovery of a new path, or creating a new life. The creature’s symbolic ties to Creator Gods, give Heron symbolic links to renewal and rebirth. It is the ideal creature to invoke when you’re trying to start over again or when you’re trying to establish a new path forward in your personal or spiritual life.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: 14pt;">Heron demonstrates tremendous patience and strength during the hunt. So, you can call on Heron as a Power Animal when you are trying to develop stamina or your resolve. At the same time, Heron is helpful when you approach a failed relationship or venture with the hope of a successful outcome.</span></p>
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<p></p> HAWK (Red-Tailed, White)tag:totemtalk.ning.com,2013-01-22:5521792:Topic:200442013-01-22T09:33:15.791ZTerri Benninghttps://totemtalk.ning.com/profile/TerriBenning
<p><span style="font-size: 14pt;"><strong>SPIRIT OF THE HAWK:</strong> Messenger, Visionary, Protector, Perspective, Focus, Priorities, Inner Visions, Wisdom, Guardian of Mystics and Travelers.</span></p>
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<p><span style="font-size: 14pt;"><strong>LINKS:…</strong></span></p>
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<p><span style="font-size: 14pt;"><strong>SPIRIT OF THE HAWK:</strong> Messenger, Visionary, Protector, Perspective, Focus, Priorities, Inner Visions, Wisdom, Guardian of Mystics and Travelers.</span></p>
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<p><span style="font-size: 14pt;"><strong>LINKS:</strong></span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: 14pt;"><a href="https://whatismyspiritanimal.com/spirit-totem-power-animal-meanings/birds/hawk-symbolism-meaning/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">https://whatismyspiritanimal.com/spirit-totem-power-animal-meanings/birds/hawk-symbolism-meaning/</a></span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: 14pt;"><a href="https://www.millersguild.com/hawk-symbolism/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">https://www.millersguild.com/hawk-symbolism/</a></span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: 14pt;"><a href="https://www.shamanicjourney.com/hawk-power-animal-messenger-discernment-intuition-observation-wisdom-courage-truth" target="_blank" rel="noopener">https://www.shamanicjourney.com/hawk-power-animal-messenger-discernment-intuition-observation-wisdom-courage-truth</a></span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: 14pt;"><a href="https://www.whats-your-sign.com/symbolic-hawk-meaning.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener">https://www.whats-your-sign.com/symbolic-hawk-meaning.html</a></span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: 14pt;"><a href="https://worldbirds.com/hawk-symbolism/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">https://worldbirds.com/hawk-symbolism/</a></span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: 14pt;"><a href="http://alltotems.com/hawk-spirit-meaning-symbols-and-totem/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">http://alltotems.com/hawk-spirit-meaning-symbols-and-totem/</a></span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: 14pt;"><a href="http://www.spiritanimal.info/hawk-spirit-animal/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">http://www.spiritanimal.info/hawk-spirit-animal/</a></span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: 14pt;"><a href="http://www.mysticalpedia.com/animal-spirit-guides/hawk.php" target="_blank" rel="noopener">http://www.mysticalpedia.com/animal-spirit-guides/hawk.ph</a></span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: 14pt;"><a href="http://www.warpaths2peacepipes.com/native-american-symbols/hawk-symbol.htm" target="_blank" rel="noopener">http://www.warpaths2peacepipes.com/native-american-symbols/hawk-symbol.htm</a></span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: 14pt;"><a href="https://aboutspiritual.com/what-does-a-hawk-symbolize/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">https://aboutspiritual.com/what-does-a-hawk-symbolize/</a></span></p>
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<p class="dict"><span style="font-size: 14pt;"><strong>Hawk's Wisdom Includes: </strong></span></p>
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<li><span style="font-size: 14pt;">Clear-sightedness</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: 14pt;">Being observant</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: 14pt;">Far-memory</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: 14pt;">Messages from spirit</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: 14pt;">Guardianship</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: 14pt;">Recalling past lives</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: 14pt;">Courage</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: 14pt;">Wisdom</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: 14pt;">Illumination</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: 14pt;">Seeing the larger picture</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: 14pt;">Creativity</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: 14pt;">Truth</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: 14pt;">Experience</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: 14pt;">Wise use of opportunities</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: 14pt;">Overcoming problems</span></li>
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<p class="dict"><span style="font-size: 14pt;">Hawk is beauty and grace in motion. In Dreamtime, hawk is a messenger that warns us to proceed with caution. The key is to sense the subtle meaning carried by the winds of change. Hawk's gift is to surrender to the truth that lies beneath the surface of our reality. The key is to go deep within our psyche in order to see our future path with clear vision. Hawk spirit is very powerful medicine that brings great honor and integrity to the dreamer.</span></p>
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<p><span style="font-size: 14pt;">Hawk teaches visionary power and clear sight with strong observation habits while using patience. He is a sign showing how to ride the winds of change, creativity and the power to surrender oneself to Spirit's guidance. Hawk clarifies reality and reiterates that one is on the correct life path. He aids in truth and illumination, gives a sense of guardianship and watchfulness and reiterates wise and important of opportunities are opening up. His swiftness, wisdom, leadership and strength in actions will guide with honor, integrity with grace and beauty. He will show how to see more in life from a higher perspective of truth. Hawk will show you how to fulfill your soul's purpose. Be ready for a greater intensity to life for Hawk will guide you in the mind, body and spiritual aspects of your journey.</span></p>
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<p><span style="font-size: 14pt;">The hawk’s gifts include clear sightedness, being observant, long distance memory, messages from the universe, guardianship, recalling past lives, courage, wisdom, illumination, seeing the bigger picture, creativity, truth, experience, wise use of opportunities, overcoming problems, magic, focus.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: 14pt;">Hawk is associated with the number 14, with the tarot card Temperance. The Temperance card represents the teaching of higher expressions of psychic ability and vision.<span id="more-2366"></span></span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: 14pt;">The Hawk represents a messenger in the Native American culture. It often shows up in our life when we need to pay attention to the subtle messages found around us, and from those we come into contact with. As with all messages received, it is important to recognise the messages underlying truth. We will be taught to be observant and also pay attention to what we may overlook. This could mean a talent we aren’t using, a gift or unexpected help for which we haven’t shown our gratitude for, or a message from the Universe. As there are so many hawk varieties, the messages vary and can affect all levels of our psyche.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: 14pt;">Hawks are the protectors and visionaries of the Air. They hold the key to higher levels of consciousness. This power animal enables us to awakens vision and inspires a creative life purpose. Having Hawk as power animal means your life will be filled with responsibility, because Hawk people seek the overall view. You will most probably be aware of omens and spirit messages.</span></p>
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<p><span style="font-size: 14pt;">A Red tailed Hawk is special. It will ALWAYS be with you, for life. It has direct ties to the Kundalini, the seat of primal life force. It is linked to the base chakra. If you have this power animal, you need to be aware of and work toward fulfilling your soul’s destiny. It reflects far greater intensity of energy within your life: physically, emotionally and mentally. Spiritual forces will be felt strong within you.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: 14pt;">One trait all hawks share, is the ability to move between the seen and unseen realms gracefully, joining both worlds together. Their acute vision attributes this ability, their discriminating nature keeps them out of dangers path. Hawks have a broad vision, allowing them to see what the future holds. In man this is a symbol of prophetic insight. If this gift is underdeveloped, it is common for people with this power animal to have a tendency of over analysing everything. When this is so, clear vision is lost. You must learn to keep your analytical mind under control, not allowing it to run wild.</span></p>
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<p><span style="font-size: 14pt;">Hawk posses many hunting skills. The most common, when pursuing prey, is to swiftly follow the prey’s efforts to get away. Once the prey is caught in the hawks mighty talons, it is then dismembered with their sharply pointed, powerful beak. For us, this may indicate that we may be able to run, but not hide from our destiny. For, eventually it will catch up with us.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: 14pt;">The destiny of man is to awaken from their spiritual amnesia and to realign with the original intention of their soul. When the hawk gets a hold of us in his powerful talons, we will be asked to evaluate who we have become and to shatter our self created illusions. This will help our inner truth to come out into the open and for it to shine.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: 14pt;">Hawk denotes union with All That Is. The hawk is a bird of the heavens, arranging the changes necessary to prompt our spiritual growth. Having this power animal can be bitter sweet. When accepting its presence in your life, you will be asked to surrender/give up anything that doesn’t honour the integrity of all life. Whether its an idea, feeling or action. Although hard work is involved, the rewards to be reaped are great, far outweighing this.</span></p>
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<p><span style="font-size: 14pt;"><strong>RED-TAILED HAWK:</strong></span></p>
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<p><span style="font-size: 14pt;">The red-tailed hawk is a bird of prey. It is the most commonly seen hawk in California and is the largest of hawks. It gets its name from its broad, rounded tail which is russet red in color, the rest of the body is covered with dark brown feathers and it has a wing span of approximately five feet. The female weights about 3-4 lbs and is nearly 1/3 larger in size than the male who weights 2. 5 lbs. Nest building and mating usually begins in March. At that time both male and female perform spectacular aerial displays. They circle and soar to great heights, fold their wings and plummet down to treetop levels. This performance is repeated several times a day which guarantees the interest and attraction of both sexes. They mate for life and both assist in constructing the nest. Hawk loves to soar and glide upon the wind currents with ease and has excellent eyesight.</span></p>
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<p><span style="font-size: 14pt;">Hawk has a strong, hooked beak and powerful talons. Its prey is rabbits, snakes and rodents. It is a fearless bird and can be seen perched on utility poles and tree tops observing life with attention and interest. The red in its tail represents a strong life force or energy. Its message is to flow with life instead of struggling. If you have hawk medicine you are a visionary and can see beyond the surface of things and situations. You are capable of looking at the big picture before making important decisions. Remember to focus on problems before trying to solve them. You are a strong and courageous person. Freedom is important to you so give yourself space in relationships. Hawk is a messenger of the Great Spirit and when hawk is seen circling above you, it is a blessing from the Creator. </span></p>
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<p><span style="font-size: 14pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><a href="https://symbolismandmetaphor.com/white-hawk-spiritual-meaning-symbolism/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"></a></span><strong>White Hawk Spiritual Meaning and Symbolism (11 Omens)</strong></span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: 14pt;"><a href="https://symbolismandmetaphor.com/white-hawk-spiritual-meaning-symbolism/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">https://symbolismandmetaphor.com/white-hawk-spiritual-meaning-symbolism/</a><br/> <a href="https://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/10793677457?profile=original" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><img src="https://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/10793677457?profile=RESIZE_710x" width="650" class="align-full"/></a><strong>What does a white hawk symbolize?</strong></span></p>
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<div class="MBtdbb" id="exacc_oiIJY9jYHKyZkPIP7bSr0A84"><div class="ymu2Hb"><div class="t0bRye r2fjmd" id="_oiIJY9jYHKyZkPIP7bSr0A827"><div id="oiIJY9jYHKyZkPIP7bSr0A8__3"><div class="wDYxhc"><div class="LGOjhe"><span class="ILfuVd" lang="en" style="font-size: 14pt;"><span class="hgKElc">Protection. A white hawk is a widely recognized symbol of protection. In many cultures, the white hawk is seen as a messenger from the gods, and it is often associated with <b>strength, courage, and wisdom</b>. Hawks are also known for their keen vision, which makes them excellent hunters.</span></span></div>
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<p></p> HUMMINGBIRDtag:totemtalk.ning.com,2010-08-14:5521792:Topic:22422010-08-14T05:44:41.000ZTerri Benninghttps://totemtalk.ning.com/profile/TerriBenning
<p><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><b>Spirit of the Hummingbird: Messenger of Joy, Beauty, Love and Timelessness</b></span><br></br> <br></br> <span style="font-size: 12pt;"><b>LINKS:</b></span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><a href="https://www.worldofhummingbirds.com/baby.php?fbclid=IwAR28c4Sjo5undxd8AU5_zhdjI9jf0vkSuL6WpW2XUx6V6ir1N-qRLIUXmSA">https://www.worldofhummingbirds.com/baby.php?fbclid=IwAR28c4Sjo5undxd8AU5_zhdjI9jf0vkSuL6WpW2XUx6V6ir1N-qRLIUXmSA…</a></span></p>
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<p><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><b>Spirit of the Hummingbird: Messenger of Joy, Beauty, Love and Timelessness</b></span><br/> <br/> <span style="font-size: 12pt;"><b>LINKS:</b></span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><a href="https://www.worldofhummingbirds.com/baby.php?fbclid=IwAR28c4Sjo5undxd8AU5_zhdjI9jf0vkSuL6WpW2XUx6V6ir1N-qRLIUXmSA">https://www.worldofhummingbirds.com/baby.php?fbclid=IwAR28c4Sjo5undxd8AU5_zhdjI9jf0vkSuL6WpW2XUx6V6ir1N-qRLIUXmSA</a></span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><a href="https://wildgratitude.com/hummingbird-totem/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">https://wildgratitude.com/hummingbird-totem/</a></span><br/> <span style="font-size: 12pt;"><a href="http://www.whats-your-sign.com/hummingbird-animal-totem.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener">http://www.whats-your-sign.com/hummingbird-animal-totem.html</a></span><br/> <span style="font-size: 12pt;"><a href="https://www.spiritanimal.info/hummingbird-spirit-animal/">https://www.spiritanimal.info/hummingbird-spirit-animal/</a></span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><a href="https://whatismyspiritanimal.com/spirit-totem-power-animal-meanings/birds/hummingbird-symbolism-meaning/">https://whatismyspiritanimal.com/spirit-totem-power-animal-meanings/birds/hummingbird-symbolism-meaning/</a></span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><a href="https://thesecretofthetarot.com/hummingbird-spirit-animal/">https://thesecretofthetarot.com/hummingbird-spirit-animal/</a></span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><a href="http://www.shamanicjourney.com/hummingbird-power-animal-messenger-of-joy">http://www.shamanicjourney.com/hummingbird-power-animal-messenger-of-joy</a></span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><a href="http://otteronarock.com/hummingbird-spirit-animal-totem-vibration/">http://otteronarock.com/hummingbird-spirit-animal-totem-vibration/</a></span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><a href="https://www.spirit-animals.com/hummingbird-symbolism/">https://www.spirit-animals.com/hummingbird-symbolism/</a></span></p>
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<p><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><b>Hummingbirds's Wisdom Includes:</b></span><br/> <br/> <span style="font-size: 12pt;">* Ability to heal by using light as a laser from mouth</span><br/> <span style="font-size: 12pt;">* Endurance over long journeys</span><br/> <span style="font-size: 12pt;">* Ability to fly into small places to heal</span><br/> <span style="font-size: 12pt;">* Joy</span><br/> <span style="font-size: 12pt;">* Happiness</span><br/> <span style="font-size: 12pt;">* Love</span></p>
<p><br/> <span style="font-size: 12pt;"><b>Hummingbird: messenger, timelessness</b></span><br/> <br/> <span style="font-size: 12pt;">Hummingbird - the tiniest of all birds - brings special messages for us. It is the only creature that can stop dead while traveling at full speed. It can hover, or can go forward, backward, up or down. It lives on nectar and searches for the sweetness of life. Its long tongue lets it bypass the often tough and bitter outer layer to find the hidden treasures underneath. Hummingbird is loved by the flowers and plants, for as it sucks the nectar from the flower, the plant reproduces and more of its kind are created. In many traditions, Hummingbird feathers have been prized for their almost magical qualities. It is said that Hummingbird brings love as no other medicine can, and its presence brings joy to the observer.</span><br/> <br/> <span style="font-size: 12pt;">If you have Hummingbird medicine, you adapt easily to whatever situation you may find yourself in, and make the most of your new circumstances. You don't waste time looking back and wishing for "what was" for you are concerned with making the most of "what is". Also, you could never become addicted to any artificial stimulants, for you find joy in your own heart. You take great pleasure in spreading joy and love and beauty to all around you, and have the gift of taking that inner joy into new and different surroundings. You have a talent for finding the good in people, and are not put off by a gruff or abrupt exterior, for you know that, if you can only get beyond that tough outside layer, you'll find goodness and beauty inside. You may have a gift for working with flowers, maybe growing them to share with others, or using flower essences for healing. Aroma therapy may be your calling. You have high energy and a spirit that must be free. To restrict that wonderful, free, loving energy is to suffer great depressions and feelings of uselessness. Hummingbird must fly free in search of beauty, spreading joy and love to all it touches.</span></p>
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<p><a href="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/2063439601?profile=original" target="_self"><img width="650" src="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/2063439601?profile=RESIZE_1024x1024" class="align-full"/></a><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><b>Hummingbird Totems</b></span><br/> <br/> <span style="font-size: 12pt;">Unlike other birds who gain flight power from the down-stroke, hummingbirds find much power in the upstroke as well. This allows them to flap their wings 50 times a second making it a blur. This is helpful since their feet can only be used for perching. Because their breathing, heart rate, and body temperature are so high, they must feed every 10 minutes, consuming 2/3 their body weight daily.</span><br/> <br/> <span style="font-size: 12pt;">Hummingbird's feathers are prized in many traditions, for their magical qualities.</span><br/> <br/> <span style="font-size: 12pt;">Hummingbird comes when we need to spend time soaking in the love of nature so we can learn how to integrate joy into our lives.</span></p>
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<p><a href="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/2063439723?profile=original" target="_self"><img src="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/2063439723?profile=original" width="600" class="align-full"/></a><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><b>Hummingbird Facts</b></span><br/> <br/> <span style="font-size: 12pt;">Unlike other birds whose flight power involves the down stroke of their wings, the hummingbird use the upstroke as well. In fact, their wing movement is in the form of an infinity symbol, which is not surprising since they're often symbolic of eternity and infinity.</span><br/> <br/> <span style="font-size: 12pt;">Because the hummingbird's heart rate, breath rate and temperature are so high, they must feed five to eight times every hour.</span><br/> <br/> <span style="font-size: 12pt;">Many species of hummingbirds migrate long distances. The Ruby-Throated hummingbird travels 2,000 miles from Panama to Canada. The most remarkable part of this migration is that they travel 500 miles non-stop across the Gulf of Mexico.</span></p>
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<p><a href="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/2063440930?profile=original" target="_self"><img src="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/2063440930?profile=original" width="600" class="align-full"/></a><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><b>Hummingbird Lessons</b></span><br/> <br/> <span style="font-size: 12pt;">* To live in the present moment and take notice of all the beauties in life.</span><br/> <span style="font-size: 12pt;">* Strive to accomplish that which may seem impossible.</span><br/> <span style="font-size: 12pt;">* To find purpose and meaning, even in the most mundane tasks.</span><br/> <span style="font-size: 12pt;">* The importance of having an open and balanced heart chakra.</span><br/> <span style="font-size: 12pt;">* To handle the twists and turns of life with grace and dignity.</span><br/> <span style="font-size: 12pt;">* The hummingbird can also awaken us to the healing properties of herbs and flowers.</span><br/> <span style="font-size: 12pt;"><b><br/> Hummingbird Legends</b></span><br/> <br/> <span style="font-size: 12pt;">* In Hopi and Zuni legends, the hummingbird intervened long ago with the gods to help bring rain to humans.</span><br/> <span style="font-size: 12pt;">* The Aztec god of the sun was called Hitzilophochti, or Hummingbird from the South and is often depicted as a hummingbird.</span><br/> <span style="font-size: 12pt;">* In a Mayan legend, the hummingbird was the sun in disguise, trying to court a beautiful woman disguised as the moon.</span><br/> <span style="font-size: 12pt;">* In some Caribbean cultures, hummingbirds are believed to be the souls of departed loved ones.</span><br/> <span style="font-size: 12pt;">* In many different cultures, the hummingbird is seen as a messenger between worlds.</span><br/> <span style="font-size: 12pt;">* So the next time you see a hummingbird, let it be a reminder to stop and take note of what is truly important in life. Let your spirit celebrate with the lively, tenacious spirit of the hummingbird.</span></p>
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<p><b>Spirit of the HORSE: </b>Power, Grace, Beauty, Nobility, Strength, S<span>tamina, </span>Freedom</p>
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<p><strong>LINKS:</strong></p>
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<p><a href="http://www.whats-your-sign.com/horse-symbol-meanings.html" target="_blank">http://www.whats-your-sign.com/horse-symbol-meanings.html…</a></p>
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<p><b>Spirit of the HORSE: </b>Power, Grace, Beauty, Nobility, Strength, S<span>tamina, </span>Freedom</p>
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<p><strong>LINKS:</strong></p>
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<p><a href="http://www.whats-your-sign.com/horse-symbol-meanings.html" target="_blank">http://www.whats-your-sign.com/horse-symbol-meanings.html</a></p>
<p><a href="http://www.shamanicjourney.com/horse-pony-mustang-power-animal-symbol-of-true-power-love-loyalty-freedom-and-mobility" target="_blank">http://www.shamanicjourney.com/horse-pony-mustang-power-animal-symbol-of-true-power-love-loyalty-freedom-and-mobility</a></p>
<p><a href="http://www.buildingbeautifulsouls.com/spirit-animal-totem-animal-power-animals/mammals/horse-symbolism-meaning/" target="_blank">http://www.buildingbeautifulsouls.com/spirit-animal-totem-animal-power-animals/mammals/horse-symbolism-meaning/</a></p>
<p><a href="http://www.universeofsymbolism.com/symbolic-meaning-of-horse.html" target="_blank">http://www.universeofsymbolism.com/symbolic-meaning-of-horse.html</a></p>
<p><a href="http://otteronarock.com/horse-totem-power/" target="_blank">http://otteronarock.com/horse-totem-power/</a></p>
<p><a href="http://spiritlodge.yuku.com/topic/991#.UP5WiSdZWzk" target="_blank">http://spiritlodge.yuku.com/topic/991#.UP5WiSdZWzk</a></p>
<p><a href="http://www.spiritanimal.info/horse-spirit-animal/" target="_blank">http://www.spiritanimal.info/horse-spirit-animal/</a></p>
<p><a href="http://www.linsdomain.com/totems/pages/horse.htm" target="_blank">http://www.linsdomain.com/totems/pages/horse.htm</a></p>
<p><a href="http://www.sunsigns.org/horse-animal-totem-symbolism-meanings/" target="_blank">http://www.sunsigns.org/horse-animal-totem-symbolism-meanings/</a></p>
<p><a href="http://www.animalspirits.com/index8.html">http://www.animalspirits.com/index8.html</a></p>
<p><a href="http://www.atlantisqueen.co/animal-totems/2011/5/5/animal-totems-the-horse.html">http://www.atlantisqueen.co/animal-totems/2011/5/5/animal-totems-the-horse.html</a></p>
<p align="justify"><a href="http://puakaihealing.com/animal-totem-wild-horse/" target="_blank">http://puakaihealing.com/animal-totem-wild-horse/</a></p>
<p><a href="http://www.spirit-animals.com/horse/" target="_blank">http://www.spirit-animals.com/horse/</a></p>
<p><a href="http://www.pure-spirit.com/more-animal-symbolism/232-pure-spirit-minneapolis-st-paul-dog-training-and-international-all-species-animal-communication-horse-symbolism" target="_blank">http://www.pure-spirit.com/more-animal-symbolism/232-pure-spirit-minneapolis-st-paul-dog-training-and-international-all-species-animal-communication-horse-symbolism</a></p>
<p><br/> <b>Brumby ~ Australian Wild Horse</b></p>
<p><a href="http://www.wildspeak.com/animalenergies/brumby.html" target="_blank">http://www.wildspeak.com/animalenergies/brumby.html</a></p>
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<p><b>Horse/Pony/Mustang's Wisdom Includes:</b><br/> <br/> * Power<br/> * Stamina<br/> * Endurance<br/> * Faithfulness<br/> * Freedom to run free<br/> * Control of the environment<br/> * Awareness of power achieved with true cooperation<br/> * Interspecies communication<br/> * Expanding one’s own potential abilities<br/> * Friendship and Cooperation<br/> * Travel<br/> * Astral travel<br/> * Guardian of travelers<br/> * Warns of possible danger<br/> * Guide to overcoming obstacles<br/> <br/> The horse shows up in almost every mythological writing, folklore, and reality. There is the mighty winged Pegasus, the eight-legged horse of the Norse god Odin, the stallions of the Hindu sun god, the stallions of Apollo, and so on. Many legends speak of the horse as being clairvoyant and able to perceive humans with magical powers. No single animal has given man the physical freedom of movement as the horse. If you are drawn to Horse, you feel a power in your spirit that is sometimes difficult to control. Horse is a symbol of loyalty and devotion, of unquestioning love and faith in his master. He says that you love to travel, and have more than a touch of gypsy in your soul. Horse is also your warrior spirit - the brave fighter who brings you safety in your journeys, both physical and metaphysical. Horse's medicine includes power, stamina, endurance, faithfulness, freedom to run free, control of the environment, awareness of power achieved with true cooperation, inter-species communication, expanding one's own potential abilities, friendship and cooperation, travel, astral travel, guardian of travelers, warns of possible danger, guide to overcoming obstacles.</p>
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<p><strong>Horse Coat Colors:</strong></p>
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<p>The color of the horse you are drawn to is also significant. The white horse says that you feel responsibility very heavily, and you must guard against carrying the weight of the world on your shoulders. The black horse travels into the void, the unknown, seeking truth and enlightenment. The reddish and red/brown colors are for humor, and says that you ease tense situations with a touch of humor. There's no doubt that Gerardus rides a red horse! The yellow horse signifies new beginnings; awakenings and enlightenment.</p>
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<p><a href="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/2063438386?profile=original" target="_self"><img width="600" src="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/2063438386?profile=RESIZE_1024x1024" width="600" class="align-full"/></a> <b>The Horse</b><br/> <br/> The horse symbolizes freedom and the power that comes with being free. They pulled the wagon trains across the prairies opening up new frontiers to be explored. Horses helped turn the Lakota and other Native tribes into the powerful mounted warriors and nomads that they became, although taming the horse wasn't easy, as their spirit for freedom was a fire that burned within them.<br/> <br/> Those with this medicine can be fiercely independent and have little tolerance for anything or anyone that limits their free expression. This characteristic can create challenges in relationships of all kinds, especially co-dependent ones. Those with this totem are teachers to their partners, friends and family showing them how to stand solid within themselves. Individuals who choose to be involved with a horse person do so because the need for self empowerment is strong. They seek the horse and the power it holds rather than the horse seeking them.<br/> <br/> Because horse medicine people hold the energy of power their leadership and teaching skills are usually in demand. Intuitive and wise they make excellent therapists. They enjoy helping others but often feel as if there is no one to lead or teach them. If people become too dependent they will respond like a bucking bronco. Personal relationships often lack emotional or mental nourishment especially in the earlier years of life. To compensate for this they are forced to go within and strengthen their bond with spirit. This bond provides them with the nourishment needed to evolve their soul while staying grounded in the earth experience.<br/> <br/> Horses give their riders the safety of speed and the promise of adventure. Natives tribes used the horse to run, fight, send messages, hunt and move their villages quickly. The horse carried people and their belongings into new uncharted territory and the challenges that it held. If horse has come to you, you are being offered a gift of safe movement. Is there somewhere that you want or need to go? Horse can help you get there, whether the place is physical or spiritual. Is their a new venture you want to undertake? Call on horse to help you create it. Are there challenges in front of you that you dot want to deal with? If so, the horse asks you to awaken your inner power and move forward with courage.<br/> <br/> Before this continent became so populated, it was well suited to the Mustang. They had adapted themselves to live in harsh environments on diets that wouldn't sustain most horses. However, their need for freedom made them unsuited to a country whose people seem compelled to control and dominate everything. Because of this the mustang is just about gone.<br/> <br/> When the horse, either wild or domestic, appears in your life the following questions should be asked. Are you pushing boundaries that are going to cause severe repercussions? Are you trying in your need to be free, to not play by the rules? If so, this may not be a bad thing, but learn the lesson of mustang, there can be a high price to pay for freedom.</p>
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<p><a href="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/2063438569?profile=original" target="_self"><img width="600" src="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/2063438569?profile=RESIZE_1024x1024" width="600" class="align-full"/></a><b>Horse Animal Totem:</b><br/> <br/> The horse has long been a symbol of freedom, grace and strength. Those who have the horse as their animal totem or power animal are well aware of the powerful spiritual medicine associated with this noble and beautiful animal. For hundreds of years horses and humans have shared an alliance, one in which the horse helped provide transportation, pull plows or carry burdens. But even in this role of working for humans, the horse has within it a type of untamed power, one that harkens back to its wild ancestors. It is this wild, untamed spirit that lends so much magic to the medicine of the horse totem.<br/> <br/> The horse has long been a symbol of freedom, grace and strength. Those who have the horse as their animal totem or power animal are well aware of the powerful spiritual medicine associated with this noble and beautiful animal. For hundreds of years horses and humans have shared an alliance, one in which the horse helped provide transportation, pull plows or carry burdens. But even in this role of working for humans, the horse has within it a type of untamed power, one that harkens back to its wild ancestors. It is this wild, untamed spirit that lends so much magic to the medicine of the horse totem.<br/> <br/> Shamans throughout the world recognize the wisdom within the horse, a wisdom that is associated with such things as astral travel, intuition and freedom. As with other animal totems some people will have the horse as their totem throughout their life, or it may appear on occasion in order to bring a lesson or message. If horse wisdom is appearing in your life, whether during meditation, dreams or appearing symbolically during your day, it is wise to listen to the messages and teachings that it brings. The messages that the horse brings can vary so you'll need to ask yourself some questions to better understand their meanings and lessons you need to take from them.<br/> <br/> For example, because horses are herd animals and depend upon the cooperation of the group for survival, the lesson coming your way may be one of working together with others or learning from the group. Horse medicine is also associated with courage and independence, so the lesson may be one of taking risks or finding your own personal power. Other lessons and powers associated with the horse totem include:<br/> <br/> * Friendship<br/> * Adventure<br/> * Stamina<br/> * Psychic abilities<br/> * Warning of possible danger<br/> * The importance of self-care<br/> * Finding your place in the world<br/> * Spiritual freedom<br/> * Joy<br/> * Perseverance<br/> * Creativity and expression<br/> <br/> People who have the horse as their personal totem tend to be fiercely independent individuals who greatly cherish the ability to freely express themselves. They can also be intuitive and compassionate people who can be good teachers, leaders or healers. Because of the strong independent streak in the horse, people with this totem may find themselves resenting authority figures or resisting rules so for this reason it's important to maintain balance and remember the importance of cooperation. On the other hand, if a horse totem person becomes overly cooperative and giving, they may find themselves feeling emotionally, physically or spiritually drained. If this is the case it's important to remember the importance of self-nurturing and personal empowerment.<br/> <br/> As you can see, the horse is a complex and powerful totem. By keeping yourself connected and in tune with the energy and gifts that it brings, you may find that your spirit will gain much wisdom and strength.</p>
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<p><strong>THE HORSE:</strong></p>
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<p><span>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.</span><br/> <br/> <span>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.</span></p>
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<li>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. </li>
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<li>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.</li>
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<li>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.</li>
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<li>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.</li>
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<p><span><strong>Shuunka Wakan ~ Spirit of the Horse</strong> ~ Music by Arvel Bird ~ Video by Terri Benning</span></p>
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