3 Common Animal Symbols & How to Interpret Them

 

Animal symbols within the spiritual mindset are quite popular. Here are some common images and animal symbols you may see and how to interpret them. 

This imagery may come to you in a number of ways. Take a panther for example. You may suddenly notice that you see panthers everywhere. You see them on your Instagram feed, on people's clothes, on the side of a truck, on your tv, in your dreams, on food packaging, a friend randomly starts talking about them. There are many seemingly coincidental ways that the image of a panther will come into your awareness. 

You’ll also have a little intuitive niggle to take notice. You’ll feel, “Well I’ve seen this same image 7 times in the last 24 hours, surely it can’t still be a coincidence.” You’re right. It’s your Spirit Team trying to send you a message! You may think, “But my partner was with me when I saw most of these panthers. Does that mean the message is also for them?” Not necessarily, for you are the one that received the intuitive hit to take notice. 

Here are some of the more common universal animal symbols and what it may mean for you - the message your spirit team is trying to bring to you. (Of course stay open to receiving your own interpretation.)

Snakes: 

The snake symbol can mean you're on a winding road, just like the shape of a snake slithering along the ground. Snakes are also a symbol for a deeper exploration of spirituality. You may be going through or about to go through a spiritual awakening, taking a deeper dive into your soul journey. There is a great old wisdom in the snake. They know when to change and adapt. Are you being nudged to do the same? There may also be an indication towards being alert to your surroundings. Do you need to slither your way out of a situation, unnoticed? The snake may be telling you to look closely at your life and see from a place of wisdom. 

Bears:

The bear is strong and affirming. Are you being called to stand your ground? To plant your feet firmly and show that you are steady and secure in your footing. Do you need to stand up for yourself in a situation? The bear is clever though and will not attack unless threatened. Perhaps you are being asked to look at a situation with a cool head before rushing in with guns blazing. The bear will also hibernate when needed. Is it time for you to take a step back and rest to assess your life or current situation? Like the bear, do not expend energy unnecessarily. Where is your energy needed right now and where can you disconnect? Look within like a great bear and find the answers within your internal self. Your intuition. 

Dolphins:

The dolphin is fun and playful. How can you bring fun and play into your life at this time? Where can you add little injections of the dolphin spirit? Have you forgotten that play and joy are a necessary part of an adult's life and development. It’s not just for children. Dolphins are social and work well in groups. Is this something you’ve been neglecting in your life? How can you bring more community and collaboration into your day to day life? Remember there is strength and support when you find your own unique group of dolphins. People that will be different from every other pod but are just the right group for you. Perhaps even joining the two aspects of both play and community will fulfil why the dolphin symbol is coming to you. 

However, the best thing to do is to learn how to unlock the animal symbol for yourself. When you notice a new symbol coming to you frequently, tune in with your own discernment to determine what the message is. The animal may have a very specific meaning that is unique to you. Meditate on the repeating symbol. Ask your higher self or your intuition to show you what this symbol is trying to tell you. Notice what impressions or immediate thoughts come to you. What does the animal represent to you? How does it’s colour, shape, feel and lifestyle affect you emotionally? Be curious. Trust what feels right in your gut. You are your own best psychic!

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