Spirit Guides

Do animals come to people in physical or symbolic form as guides and teachers? God or Spirit is constantly in touch with us, whether through more etheric beings such as angels and ancestors or through various earth elements. Animals are specific and concrete symbols, which sometimes make it easier for people to relate to.

When an animal shows up repetitively, whether it's the physical animal or a symbol, Spirit is trying to communicate something to you through that animal. For instance, you're sitting outside, one evening, and an owl flies over your head; it's not a random event, it has significance. This may mean that you need to examine hidden aspects of yourself that may be problematic, or indicate that it's important to pay attention to deceitful behaviour by someone in your life.

Since some animals are less commonly seen, they show up to us symbolically, as in dreams, pictures, or when others talk about them. Understand that when this occurs, it is not the animal that is communicating or just the spirit of that animal. The collective consciousness of that species is communicating through this representative, offering spiritual guidance to you.

Do you think we fail to see the wisdom of animal spirit guides? There is a reverence for these animals; however, the concept of them being spirit guides is apparently missing. The idea that an animal can serve as a spirit guide has its roots in indigenous shamanic cultures.

These ancient cultures and indigenous people today are more closely attuned to the earth and view it as alive and capable of providing omens and signs to assist the people in how to live their lives. Animals are considered to be related through a common spiritual force, and therefore able to communicate and offer guidance to human beings. So it is more than reverence. Animals are perceived as both physical beings and spiritual beings, and can offer messages and signs that help people navigate through life more easily.

How do children benefit from animal spirit guides? Children love animals. When encouraged by parents and others, a child can begin to understand that there is more to the animal. Over time, the child can appreciate the life force that animates the animal. They can also learn to call on their animal spirit guides for help with problems or challenges. by Steven Farmer





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