SPIRIT ANIMAL MESSAGES
MUSEUMNACHT 2021 AT TROPENMUSEUM
WOLF represents an appetite for freedom and living life guided by your instincts. It could also indicate you’re feeling threatened or lack trust in someone or in yourself. This is a call to live more freely and be the truest expression of yourself. Bring the intensity of passion to your everyday. Key traits:
Sharp intelligence
Appetite for freedom
Deep connection with instincts
SPIDER represents the feminine, and the power behind feminine energy. It is showing up for you now as a reminder to tap into your creative side and be patient with yourself. Projects, careers, and achievements all take time, and the magic is in the journey – not the end result. It may also indicate an aspect of your shadow self or personality is present. Like a spider, imagine yourself weaving a web that you want to create for yourself, and patiently wait for the fruits of your labour to become a reality. Key traits:
Patience
Receptivity
Weaver of life’s fate
RABBIT is associated with procreation, desire, and fertility…f*%k like a bunny, right? Rabbits’ heightened senses invite us to use cleverness and fast reflexes to succeed, as well as sense fear and danger. Rabbit is here to tell you to follow your intuitive instincts in an alert, quick-witted way. Key traits:
Fertility
Hyper vigilance
Stepping through fear
SWAN appearing as your guide means new spiritual growth is on the horizon. Swan heralds the development of our intuitive abilities and altered states of awareness. Swan may also be present to help you become aware of jealousy, insecurity and self-doubt. She’s reminding you to focus on your inner beauty and develop self-love. Key traits:
Grace
Beauty
Loyalty
DEER opens the heart Chakra, teaching us to trust and to empower the feminine qualities of Love and Wisdom. When we are working on the natural laws of circulation – the circulatory system, the heart – then Deer is our Medicine. The message is to bring more grace, beauty and gentleness into your life. If you feel unloved, then it is time to love others, as that love will come back to you manyfold. Key traits:
Unconditional love
Kindness
Mindfulness
BEAR brings a message today of courage and strength, reminding you to stand confidently against any adversity. The spirit of the bear may also indicate it’s time for healing or using your healing abilities for others. Bear medicine emphasises the importance of solitude, quiet time and rest and can provide strong grounding forces. Key traits:
Grounding
Will power
Courage
SNAIL has a solitary nature following the time and cycles of the earth. The snail’s symbolism also shows you the importance of being grounded. Snail’s message is to be humble in victory and graceful in defeat, and understand that what goes up must come down. Key traits:
Androgynous
Solitary
Protective
FISH, as a water animal, is linked to steadfast movement and independence. Its symbolism is that of birth and re-birth, and its traditional meaning is that it’s a bringer of good luck, prosperity, and fertility. Fish is showing you that if you’re in the right place in your life, it may be a good time to start a family or buy a lottery ticket. Key traits:
Prosperity
Fertility
Sacred feminine
SHARK energy is connected to survival, the hunter, and a feeling of superiority. Sharks are also symbols of opportunity and adventure. They travel for thousands of miles and shark spirit reminds you that new opportunities are everywhere, but you won't find them unless you keep exploring. Shark’s appearance may also indicate you have a tendency to be a workaholic or a saviour, always trying to help others. Set firmer boundaries. Key traits:
Prowess
Survival
Adventure
The positive symbolism of the SCORPION is powerful transformation, determination, independence and an intelligent mind. The more dark side of the scorpion is having aggressive feelings or pent-up emotions, being chaotic or feeling lonely. Scorpion appearing indicates you have the ability to choose which side, light or dark, you’d like to create in your life. Use your willpower and self-control to achieve success. Key traits:
Determination
Ambition
Independence
Traditionally, the BOAR is a very powerful animal totem, as it brings prosperity, spiritual strength, balance and fearlessness. The message for you now is to step up and face your problems, as the Boar signifies the need for honesty. Face your problems – no matter how scary this prospect is for you by connecting to the inner warrior spirit and courage of the boar. Key traits:
Warrior spirit
Courage
Solitary
The ROOSTER animal totem represents pride and self-confidence. The Romans knew this and took roosters and chickens with them into battle, not as food but as totem animals and good luck charms. The rooster is vigilant, resourceful, and also very masculine. It is always active and may even appear cocky to some. Rooster appearing for you now reminds you to own your confidence with pride and don’t down play yourself. Key traits:
Masculinity
Flamboyant
Persistance
The BAT arriving as your spirit animal signifies an omen of change. Pay attention to the signs around you. As a shape shifter, he inspires transformation. It is time to follow those new ideas, hunches and emotions you may be doubting. Embrace the possibilities the universe has in store for you. Key traits:
Secrecy
Rebirth
Illusion
GOAT is here to let you know that it is time to stretch yourself by reaching for new and higher goals. The goat symbolism also reminds you of the importance of building a strong foundation. You are being reminded of the importance of looking up and going forward, as well as taking care of your emotional, spiritual, and mental well-being. Make self-care a priority. Key traits:
Stubbornness
Virility
Diligence
With ELEPHANT appearing as your spirit animal, you have been blessed with a powerful and wise guide. As a family-oriented animal, elephant reminds us of our deep bond with others and the interconnectedness of our world. Elephant’s energy is helpful for manifesting deeper, more meaningful, and longer-lasting relationships in your life. Key traits:
Royalty
Maternal instinct
Pride
CAT showing up as your spirit animal may indicate you need reassurance or need to inject your life with more curiosity and magic. Cat may also signify that a secret will soon be revealed to you, or that someone close to you is keeping a secret that can potentially impact your life. Be aware of who you keep close to you. Key traits:
Curiosity, exploration of the unknown
Sensuality
Mysterious
There is so much wisdom that you can gain from the TURTLE symbolism, such as persistence, endurance, and longevity. When the turtle spirit animal appears to you, it’s time to slow down. It travels light and goes at its own pace, and this is what you should be doing with your life when things start to get overwhelming. It’s also a reminder to just keep moving towards your goals, no matter how slow or difficult the journey gets. Key traits:
Longevity
Endurance
Patience
OCTOPUS is known to escape easily from traps and even aquariums. They can also grow new tentacles when they are bitten off, which is why the octopus spirit animal symbolizes regeneration and renewal. This may serve as a reminder to cut excess baggage loose, whether that’s physical, emotional, or spiritual. Octopus is also a great companion for shadow work as it is not afraid to go to the unexplored depths with you, for it lives and breathes naturally here. Key traits:
Innovative
Psychic abilities
Emotional