Spirituality plays a crucial role in many people’s lives, as our intuition often tells us that something beyond reality is guiding our actions. Perhaps it is an animal that leads us to act in a certain way, reflecting our personalities.
In the culture of Native Americans, animals play a significant role. They are not just companions but also seen as guides and protective spirits. They are even referred to as totems, power animals, or spirit animals. It is believed that it is not us who choose our totem, but rather, it chooses us.
While ancient beliefs suggest that spirit animals choose us, we can also deepen our connection with a specific animal through a test.
Close your eyes, take a deep breath, and then choose the animal that most appeals to you from the images below.
Dolphin
Dolphins teach us how to breathe. Breathing represents the union of the spirit and body, the process of entering and leaving each living being, the cyclical process of life and death.
The dolphin’s gift is to teach us to approach life with a state of happiness and harmony, not allowing ourselves to get caught up in heavy thoughts or obstacles and difficulties on our life path. If the dolphin is part of your totem, try consciously freeing yourself from all burdens and obstacles, releasing them from your body through exhaling!
Elephant
Elephants are the power animals that best represent wisdom and virtue. They teach us that patience and calmness are crucial in any situation in life. As a powerful and ancient animal, the elephant carries the wisdom and strength accumulated by mammals for millions of years, particularly the power of family, tradition, and ancestry.
Those who have the elephant as their power animal are noble, possessing the power of tradition and memory. In addition to the memory of mammals and family, they also carry their own memories, primarily the memories of the painful experiences they have endured. Elephants not only remember an act of violence from decades ago… they also seek retribution.
The elephant is strong, knowing how to clear obstacles on its path, but it lacks the ability to bypass them. It must always remain connected to the earth. Therefore, it cannot easily overcome problems but must confront and resolve them directly.
Hummingbird
The hummingbird totem represents the joy of life and the passion for living, the power to soar through difficulties and hardships.
Hummingbirds can fully blend into their natural surroundings, paying attention to everything happening around them. However, they are also very aware of any potential dangers and have the ability to avoid problems or difficulties.
Horse
The horse teaches us that power or strength cannot be achieved solely through willpower. Only those who show respect for others and are willing to take responsibility can attain it. Those who have the horse as their totem also take responsibility for their own circumstances.
The horse symbolizes the power of wisdom, remembering the path it has traveled in life, even memories from past lives. In reality, the true power of wisdom lies in love, compassion, and the ability to share one’s knowledge and achievements with others. Most importantly, do not set obstacles for yourself.
Koala
The primary characteristic of a koala is its tranquility. It has a gentle nature and the word “stress” does not exist in its dictionary.
Symbolically, this adorable animal represents the ability to face life’s circumstances with calmness and thoughtfulness. Its totem also allows you to connect with your own wisest self.
Wolf
Wolves are deeply attached to their family, bound by a strict hierarchy where each member has specific responsibilities and traits. They are willing to accept challenges when necessary but never give up their individual freedom.
If a wolf finds the right partner, it remains loyal for life. This totem represents the power of the subconscious. In the darkness of the soul, the wolf can provide us with the energy to teach others, helping them better understand life and find their own path.