What is your Spirit Animal?
Owl Spirit Animal – “Owl Symbolism, Meanings & The Owl Animal Guide.”
Father’s Day is a-coming, so of course I started thinking about Spirit Animals…
Long, long ago I wanted my animal guide to be the Dove, because it was Christ’s Bird of Peace.
And then the wild loyal Wolf. Or the sharp-eyed Raven. Later, the old grumbling Bear.
But, one night camping alone in the woods I learned it was the Owl. I was a younger man then. Just me and my tarp-covered sleeping bag in the rain-dripping cedars and firs and spruce and birch — and a pair of owls talking to me overhead.
They interested me then. But I wasn’t ready to accept their wisdom. Their owlness.
Owls are smart, loyal and at times coldly cruel. They think their own thoughts, despise Groupthink — which in today’s political climate can really make you an Outsider.
Unlike wolves and ravens, they don’t belong to packs or flocks. But, like Wolf and Raven, Owls find a mate for life. I like that. I’m like that.
You don’t pick your spiritual animal. Your guide choses you. And after all these years, I’ve learned to accept the Owl.
How to Find Your Spirit Animal
When I recently did a quick search on the subject, I stumbled on Riddle.com’s “What’s Your Spirit Animal? Take the Quiz.”
I met Kristen. And her blog that’s “dedicated to nature lovers, spiritual seekers, and mythology fans.”
“This could be fun,” I said to myself.
Kristen explained: “While Native American culture is well-known for the presence of spirit animals, throughout history, cultures around the world have had spiritual connections with animals. You can learn more about animal guides on UniGuide.”
I thought, “All right, let’s see how this works. Bet they won’t discover my Inner Owl…”
Guess what?
Took their Spirit Animal test and Riddle.com concluded: “The OWL!”
“Wisdom. Keen Insight. Courage. Agility. Independent Thinking. Observant Listening. Powerful Intuition. Supernatural Powers.” Sounds just about right, eh?
“The owl is a very powerful spirit guide. When the owl is your spirit animal, you have the potential to embody their most exceptional qualities.
“The owl guide reminds you to stay true to your ideas and don’t let the mob ruffle your feathers. You have the capacity to fly, but you must continue to hone your skills. Understand your extraordinary innate gifts and use them to make your life better and improve the lives of others.”
I took the test just for fun. Result was just a coincidence, eh? But I take my spirit animals, and my guardian angels, seriously enough.
What about you?
Did you enjoy this Spirit Animal post?
IF SO, YOU MIGHT WANT TO READ WOLFBLOOD — MY MOST POPULAR ANIMAL STORY: “HAPPY ENDING!”
“I JUST READ WOLFBLOOD AGAIN FOR GOOD MEASURE. ONE FOR ANY WOLF LOVER. ENJOYED IT BUT WISH IT WAS A FULL LENGTH NOVEL.” – Gina Chronowicz @ginachron
“GREAT SHORT STORY! DOES REMIND ME OF CALL OF THE WILD, WHITE FANG…” – Evelyn @evelyn_m_k
A “compelling and warmhearted” tale in the Jack London Tradition of a solitary Gray Wolf and it’s longing for a place in the far-flung Northern wilderness. FREE TO READ ==> WOLFBLOOD: A Wild Wolf, A Half-Wild Husky & A Wily Old Trapper.
And You will want to read my What are Spirit Bears? Sacred White Bears & Native American Legends.
Q: “Is Spirit Animal offensive?”
A: No. It’s an essential part of First Nation culture and they’re proud of it. Those of us of Northern European descent, especially Celtic, also come from cultures that sought out guide animals. New studies in our religious ancestry, such as Celtic Christianity, are discovering much that the Indigenous cultures can teach us on our own way back to the Ancient Light.
If Your Own Guiding, Guardian Animal Spirit is the OWL, Then You have Really Gotta See Owl Symbolism, Meanings & The Owl Spirit Animal.
If you want to take Their Animal Spirit Test, You Can Go To What’s Your Spirit Animal? Take the Quiz! It’s Free!
My Spirit Animal – What Is Your Animal Spirit & Meaning? Take the Quiz!
UPDATED: Father’s Day, June 18, 2023.
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