Question:
:) Big wave and a tentative hello. I posted in dreams the other day about a strong dream I had concerning a jaguar. Mabinogion and a friend very kindly pointed me in the direction of shamanism so I hope you don't mind me joining you here. I've spent the last few hours reading up on the subject and it seems I have a totem animal. Er, what do I do with it?
I'm not even sure I'm in the right place or what/why this is happening. My dream was pretty powerful but nice. Then early this evening before it got dark, a huge bird came out of nowhere and looked as if it was about to fly straight into the glass of my window. At the last minute it angled itself upwards and all I saw was a bit of red on the tail, nothing else. My dog went nuts, I think they scared each other. I was wide awake for this and it scared me. I can't help but think the two are connected. (Lots of red in my dream too). Can I have more than one totem animal - my jaguar and this big red bird - and if so, why now?
Why is this happening? I'm Catholic, have been a practicing Catholic since childhood, very interested in other religions and other people's spirituality but successfully blocked any of my own intuitive tendancies years ago. This sort of thing doesn't happen to me.
Sorry if this is in the wrong place, am just a bit confused.
Eli xx
Hi Eliana,
Here is some information on the jaguar, it may help. Also, you can have lots of animals around you at any one time, sometimes only a few, it depends on what they are helping you with.
The Jaguar
The South American name "jaguara" means carnivore that overcomes prey with a single bound." One Indian myth says that the jaguar acquired its beautiful spotted coat by dabbing mud on its body with its paws. These spots easily distinguish the jaguar from other big cats like lions and tigers.
Jaguars have very large paws and a broad head with powerful jaws. The jaguar often kills its prey by piercing the skull with one swift bite. It does not roar like a lion. Instead, the jaguar grows, snarls and makes deep grunts. Those with this totem have a good command of language although their words can have a tendency to cut, tear and shred others apart. Learning proper communication skills is important for those that hold this medicine.
The jaguar's powerful limbs carry them for hundreds of miles searching for prey. It is an agile climber and shows us how to attain goals through flexibility and steadfastness. Unlike many other big cats, the jaguar has no rivals - no other predator can compete with this powerful cat. Those with this totem make excellent leaders and diplomats.
Jaguar is at home in the dark and has good night vision. It moves without fear and teaches us how to trust our personal instincts. It can awaken psychic sight in those who hold this totem.
The jaguar was once found from the U.S. Mexican border southward to Patagonia, Argentina. Its preferred habitats are usually swamps and wooded regions, but jaguars can also live in scrublands and deserts. Jaguars live in caves and canyons close to a source of fresh water. In mythology caves are associated with isolation and retreat. A place to go to facilitate soul work. Water is associated with the emotional body in man. When the jaguar appears it is asking you to go within, release your fears, heal your emotions and awaken your inner sight.
When you come out of retreat the jaguar will be waiting for you. It you choose to follow its lead it will guide you into the underworld where the secrets of life and creation are found.
Love and light
Rosi X
Hi Eliana and welcome to HP.
It is also said that if you call on Mother Jaguar's assistance she will sort out any chaos that may be going on in your life.
For example if you are undergoing any inner or outer conflict Mother Jaguar will help you.
I will tell you more later as time is not on my side at the moment.
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I'm not even sure I'm in the right place or what/why this is happening. My dream was pretty powerful but nice. Then early this evening before it got dark, a huge bird came out of nowhere and looked as if it was about to fly straight into the glass of my window. At the last minute it angled itself upwards and all I saw was a bit of red on the tail, nothing else. My dog went nuts, I think they scared each other. I was wide awake for this and it scared me. I can't help but think the two are connected. (Lots of red in my dream too). Can I have more than one totem animal - my jaguar and this big red bird - and if so, why now?
Why is this happening? I'm Catholic, have been a practicing Catholic since childhood, very interested in other religions and other people's spirituality but successfully blocked any of my own intuitive tendancies years ago. This sort of thing doesn't happen to me.
Sorry if this is in the wrong place, am just a bit confused.
Eli xx
Answers:
Hi Eliana,
Here is some information on the jaguar, it may help. Also, you can have lots of animals around you at any one time, sometimes only a few, it depends on what they are helping you with.
The Jaguar
The South American name "jaguara" means carnivore that overcomes prey with a single bound." One Indian myth says that the jaguar acquired its beautiful spotted coat by dabbing mud on its body with its paws. These spots easily distinguish the jaguar from other big cats like lions and tigers.
Jaguars have very large paws and a broad head with powerful jaws. The jaguar often kills its prey by piercing the skull with one swift bite. It does not roar like a lion. Instead, the jaguar grows, snarls and makes deep grunts. Those with this totem have a good command of language although their words can have a tendency to cut, tear and shred others apart. Learning proper communication skills is important for those that hold this medicine.
The jaguar's powerful limbs carry them for hundreds of miles searching for prey. It is an agile climber and shows us how to attain goals through flexibility and steadfastness. Unlike many other big cats, the jaguar has no rivals - no other predator can compete with this powerful cat. Those with this totem make excellent leaders and diplomats.
Jaguar is at home in the dark and has good night vision. It moves without fear and teaches us how to trust our personal instincts. It can awaken psychic sight in those who hold this totem.
The jaguar was once found from the U.S. Mexican border southward to Patagonia, Argentina. Its preferred habitats are usually swamps and wooded regions, but jaguars can also live in scrublands and deserts. Jaguars live in caves and canyons close to a source of fresh water. In mythology caves are associated with isolation and retreat. A place to go to facilitate soul work. Water is associated with the emotional body in man. When the jaguar appears it is asking you to go within, release your fears, heal your emotions and awaken your inner sight.
When you come out of retreat the jaguar will be waiting for you. It you choose to follow its lead it will guide you into the underworld where the secrets of life and creation are found.
Love and light
Rosi X
Answers:
Hi Eliana and welcome to HP.
It is also said that if you call on Mother Jaguar's assistance she will sort out any chaos that may be going on in your life.
For example if you are undergoing any inner or outer conflict Mother Jaguar will help you.
I will tell you more later as time is not on my side at the moment.
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