This reading explores the energies present in your life in each area of the Medicine Wheel. Choose this spread when you need a greater understanding of the inner forces at work in your life today. Scroll down to learn the influence of each Animal Spirit. Click on the images to see larger versions.
Center: The animal spirit that appears in the center of the Medicine Wheel reflects who you are at this point in time.
Magpie
Ancient culture associate Magpies with excellent fortuneóso it looks like youíve got something really terrific coming into your life today. However, you may need to search a little to understand the true gift thatís being presented. Pay attention to omens, messages, the clouds, feathers, bird songóyour fortune is hidden in those subtle messages. Opportunity is knocking at your doorówill you answer?
North: The animal that appears in the North shows you how to walk your talk. Here lies your connection with your Higher Self.
Otter
Otter represents one of the most playful feminine energies on earthóand she has swum over into your reading to bring a message of joyful play. If life has been difficult or challenges overwhelming, relax a littleóOtter is here to remind you that play is just as important as workóand NOT competitive play, but rather the kind you loved as a child. Hopscotch anyone?
East: This animal reveals the direction you need to take in order to gain clarity about your present situation.
Green Woman
Green Woman has magically floated into your life to remind you of the energy of fertility--fertility for a project, a garden, a love affair or conception. If there is fertile ground, it WILL bear fruit. Green Woman encourages you to practice your own brand of magic, and to appreciate the talents you have that will, in the near future, give birth to a magical creation.
South: This animal explores issues dealing with your inner child, and shows the energy needed to trust your own process.
Bat
Batís internal radar is exceptionally attunedóis yours? Because Bat medicine is the medicine of transformation, he is asking you to re-examine your life to determine (using all of your senses) what is worth keeping and what needs to be discarded. For every death there is a rebirth and Bat is here to help you decide what goes and what stays.
West: The animal that appears in the West holds the answer to your present challenge.
Dove
Are you going through life carrying old grief, pain or hate? If so, Dove (sometimes known as Mourning Dove) encourages you to let go of your emotional baggage so that true healing can take place. Itís time to forgive, release, and move forward. And, know that healing Dove is flying right beside you.
