In the days when the world was largely covered by grass and trees instead of concrete and
steel, interactions between humans and animals were common.
Animals and plants were once associated with gods and goddesses, and encounters with certain
creatures were thought to be divine interventions.
Even today, such encounters are considered omens of future events or situations.
However, it is important to understand what each animal represents.
Everyone has had an experience where an animal has crossed our path in the physical world
and we wondered if it means something.
How many times have you asked, or been asked, wonder what that hummingbird, deer, rabbit
is trying to tell me?
Nearly all Shamanistic societies believe animals in the physical and spiritual worlds come
to us for our own good to deliver messages.
When animals cross our path in the physical world they maybe bringing a warning or a message
as guidance.
But depending on the animal, they can cross their influence of meaning between the physical
and spiritual worlds.
Perhaps we’re not being as perceptive as we should be or we maybe we need to pay attention
to a message from spirit that affects our physical choices.
Listening to our gut feelings is an important part of living in balance and nature is all
about balance.
Here are some members of the animal kingdom that are considered to be the most powerful
omens for humans:
The Butterfly When a butterfly enters your life, it is believed
to be one of the most symbolic signs pertaining to transformation and profound change.
You might be moving through different life cycles, and literally changing from the inside
out.
Death and rebirth are present here – perhaps something in your old self dying away so a
newer version of you can present itself.
Butterflies also carry the message of “being light” and floating above earthly matters.
If you are repeatedly seeing butterflies, it may be a sign that you need to change or
release some thoughts or feelings that are holding you back.
The Grasshopper When this little guy steps into your life,
you are being asked to take a leap of faith.
Grasshoppers are innovative and don’t miss opportunities to move forward in life.
Grasshoppers are considered good luck, and they are recognized as good omens.
They carry messages, which is why they are constantly moving and going on.
If you are running into the grasshopper, it may be a sign that you are struggling with
a decision and it is time to make a choice and move forward confident that the outcome
is will be okay.
The Ladybug The ladybug is commonly seen as a good luck
sign and indicates that things are about to shift in your favor.
Seeing ladybugs or ladybug imagery repeatedly may also be a sign of your need to pay gratitude
for all that you have and the direction that your life is taking.
Ladybugs may also indicate a good time for you to push forward in obtaining your highest
dreams and wishes.
If you encounter one, you can expect that a good thing will soon happen in your life,
allowing you to conquer anything evil.
They also represent joy, so let the encounter be a cheerful experience!
The Cat Considered the personification of intuition,
a cat, and its cute moves should be taken as an omen that makes you listen to and follow
your heart.
The color of the cat you encounter will have its own meaning, with white representing romance,
black representing good or bad luck, and orange representing spiritual travels through different
planes of existence.
Encounters with cats are especially important to witches, who should then be more careful
when casting their spells.
The Crow or Raven Although these birds have acquired a bad reputation
for being harbingers of death and darkness, they are also representations of the truth.
This creature is the Sacred bird of Thoth, Great Egyptian God of Wisdom and Magic.
Moreover, is sacred to Apollo (the God of Sun), Hera (Queen of the Gods) and Asclepius
(God of Medicine).
The appearance of a crow or raven is an indication that you will soon be exposed to something
that is truthful and also important.
It was once thought that you will not achieve wisdom unless you are ready to receive the
truth, but the sighting of such a bird is proof that you are ready!
The Deer These enchanting creatures is said to be sacred
to Artemis, the Goddess of the hunt.
If you see a deer it is said to be a reminder that heaven knows what you are going through
in life and to keep facing any issues with dignity, purity and grace.
Deer’s keep their heads up even when they are being hunted, so this tells you to stand
up and face problems head on and do not lose your inner beauty.
The Spider When you notice a lot of spiders coming up
in your life or in your dreams, it is a reminder for you to create the life you want to lead.
Spiders are known for creating intricate webs and patience for capturing their prey so these
guides are here to tell us when to start building the life we want.
In ancient time Spiders were omens for a friend (either from the past or a close friend).
We will probably soon meet this friend who is going to give us brand new information.
In general, Spiders are good omens, bearers of Good Luck.
It may also be a sign of your connectedness to the spirit world and perhaps also indicate
that spirit is trying to send you a message or reminder about this connection.
The Owl This night-hunting bird has been associated
with many gods and goddesses, although its most powerful connection is with Athena, the
goddess known for her wisdom.
An owl can simultaneously be a sign of wisdom and a harbinger of doom.
The sighting of one may be an attempt to warn you about something soon to come, either good
or bad, which may greatly affect your life.
The owl is one of the more rare spirit animals.
If you happen to cross paths with an owl, it is a true sign from the universe.
The owl as a spirit guide that represents wisdom, deep connection, and intuitive knowledge.
When this guide comes to you, you might be at a time in your life where you are exploring
the unknown – perhaps going through a transition or about to embark on a journey.
The Eagle Eagles are signals that is time to reconnect
to your spiritual path.
They are here to remind us to listen to our hearts and not rely on our minds so much.
Eagles represent light, spirit and healing – healing yourself so you can connect more
deeply to your spiritual journey.
This spirit animal carries knowledge of magic and gifts from above.
If you repeatedly see eagles or eagle imagery in your life, it could be that you are transcending
or shifting into a new realm of consciousness.