More importantly, these animals become teachers, guides and advisors when we most need them. Any living thing can potentially become a spirit animal because of the inherent symbolism in the creature. When you think about or see an animal, they could be there to show you a sign. Try to visually or physically connect to your animal, be aware of its posture, colour and movements. As you learn about spirit animals you will begin discovering their values and how they pertain you. To guide you along your spiritual path, but also help in your daily living. As you work with spirit animal, they will guide you, allowing you to tap into a whole new level of awareness. When meditating try to visualise your animal, connecting to its energy, see how the spirit can bring assistance, insights, and aptitudes that you need at that time.

 

Dolphin

The dolphin represents harmony and balance. Dolphins are both highly intelligent and closely in tune with their instincts, striking a balance between the two states. Dolphins are also a symbol of protection and of resurrection. Their playful nature is a reminder that everyone needs to approach life with humor and joy. People who identify with the dolphin totem are usually peaceful and gentle, but with a deep inner strength.

 

Bat

The Bat signifies an omen of change and nurture. Having high vibrations and being extremely verbal and touchy with a heightened sense of intuition. Asking that you pay attention to signs around you. The transition may seem frightening at first, but you must let go of your old habits and patterns that no longer serve your higher calling. They will only hinder your growth. This spirit animal links in with people who have good communicational skills and are highly sociable having strong family bonds.

 

 

Bear

The bear is emblematic of grounding forces and strength. This animal has been worshiped throughout time as a powerful totem, inspiring those who need it – courage, to stand up against adversity. As a spirit animal in touch with the earth and the cycles of nature, it is a powerful guide to support physical and emotional healing. Meaning when seen it’s a good time to be at peace with ourselves.  People who identify to have the bear as there spirit animal are normally very confident, hot tempered and easily upset.

 

Butterfly

The butterfly symbolises personal transformation. If you see the butterfly as your totem or spirit animal, pay attention to the areas in your life or personality that are in need of profound change or transformation. Perhaps, this animal totem guides you to be sensitive to your personal cycles of expansion and growth, as well as the beauty of life’s continuous unfolding. An important message carried by the spirit of the butterfly is about the ability to move from one state to another with grace and lightness.

 

Cat

The cat tells us about timing in action and courage to explore the unknown. Those who have the cat as spirit animal may be encouraged to develop balance between independence and time of togetherness. Harmonious relationships between light and dark, action and observation are also attributes of cat spirit. Let’s follow this spirit animal and embark on a profound journey of self-discovery.

 

Crow

The crow is associated with life mysteries and magic.  The power of this bird as totem and spirit guide is provide insight and means of supporting intentions. Sign of luck, it is also associated with the archetype of the trickster; be aware of deceiving appearances.  If the crow has chosen you as your spirit or totem animal, it supports you in developing the power of sight, transformation, and connection with life’s magic.

 

Deer

The deer tell you that you are highly sensitive and have a strong intuition. By affinity with this animal, you have the power to deal with challenges with grace. You master the art of being both determined and gentle in your approach. The deer totem wisdom imparts those with a special connection with this animal with the ability to be vigilant, move quickly, and trust their instincts to get out the trickiest situations.

 

Dog

The dog represents love, protection and loyalty. Dogs are faithful companions and reliable protectors who love their owners unconditionally. People who are attracted to the dog totem are usually steady, kind and loving. They often work in fields that allow them to serve others, like social work or teaching.

 

 

Dragonfly

The dragonfly carries the wisdom of transformation and adaptability in life. As a spirit animal, the dragonfly is connected to the symbolism of change and light. When the dragonfly shows up in your life, it may remind you to bring a bit more lightness and joy into your life. Those who have this animal as totem may be inclined to delve deep into their emotions and shine their true colours.

 

Eagle

The eagle is an inspiring messenger. With the ability to soar to heights other birds merely dream of, the eagle is a powerful animal that offers lessons about looking closely at the most minuscule of details in order to see life from a broader perspective. When this graceful hunter comes into your life, it’s time to look inward with a careful eye. Allow your heart to guide you, allowing opportunities you never dreamed were possible to present themselves when you least expect it. Eagles having four toes and the number four being a symbol of solid foundation and grounding. Those who are guided by the eagle spirit animal are grounded. Even though the eagle can soar to great heights, they are still strongly connected to the earth. Among being grounded and connected to the earth, those guided by the Eagle are also resilient and in complete harmony with the spiritual aspects of their lives. Unafraid of the unknown, these seekers accept life’s challenges with unshakable courage, determination and confidence.

 

Fox

The fox is often associated with the figure of the trickster, but as a spirit animal - it can also turn into a teacher, providing guidance on swiftly finding your way around obstacles. If you follow the fox totem wisdom, you may be called to use or develop quick thinking and adaptability. Responsive, sometimes cunning, this power animal is a great guide when you are facing tricky situations.

 

Frog

The frog reminds us of the transient nature of our lives. As symbol of transition and transformation, this spirit animal supports us in times of change. Strongly associated with the water element, it connects us with the world of emotions and feminine energies, as well as the process of cleansing, whether it’s physical, emotional, spiritual or energetic. This is a good totem to offer guidance as it tells us to get rid of dark thoughts encouraging and embracing positive ones.

 

Horse

The horse symbolises personal drive, passion and appetite for freedom. As the horse is one of the hardest working animals for humans, it works hard to remind us to care for our emotional, mental and spiritual wellbeing. Among all the spirit animals, it is one that shows a strong motivation that carries one through life. The meaning of the horse varies depending on whether this animal spirit guide is represented as wild, tamed, moving freely or constrained horse.

 

Peacock

The peacock is the epitome of beauty. This graceful power animal offers lessons about self-love, honour, integrity and the importance of facing life’s challenges as well as the unknown with courage and confidence. When the peacock struts gracefully into your life you may be entering a time of rebirth. The peacock possess a firm connection between past and present recognise its effect on your future. They readily see the importance of integrity and honour. Confident in all they do, those with a peacock totem also recognise the need for light-heartedness and laughter.

 

Lion

The lion wins the prize for most relentless fighter in the face of life challenges. The lion spirit animal represents courage, strength in overcoming difficulties. The presence of this power animal could also mean that something “wild” or difficult to control is happening. As such, lions symbolises emotions that are difficult to manage, such a anger or fear.

 

Snake

The snake is powerfully connected to life force and primal energy. In many cultures, it is revered as a powerful totem representing the source of life. When this spirit animal appears in your life, it likely means that healing opportunities, change, important transitions, and increased energies are manifesting.

 

Spider

The spider is a remarkable figure of feminine energy and creativity in the spirit animal kingdom. Spiders are characterised by their 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.