Monthly Animalscopes

EAST Card Number 9: Butterfly — Transformation. East on the sacred medicine wheel is the direction of the light of dawn. EAST is said to be the spiritual direction and signifies a new beginning. EAST is a fresh start. Accept the changes in your life. EAST is a renewal, your first steps on a spiritual journey. The color of the EAST is yellow. The element of the EAST is fire. The season of the EAST is the springtime. EAST symbolizes purity and trusting in your spiritual vision–your ability to have courage and believe in yourself. EAST implies spontaneity, purity, and guilelessness on your part. Butterfly is akin to the element of air, and you can believe that change is in the wind. Embrace the Transformative process, trust the universe. Be airy and lighthearted. Stay open to new possibilities and don’t be afraid to let go of heavy baggage. With Butterfly spirit, you should be able to move from one psychological state to another with ease. Butterfly bestows a carefree attitude. Butterfly lifts your spirit on beautiful wings. Let your spirit rise. New loves are coming your way.  You will feel blessed and optimistic. You can do it. Walk the good medicine path. Butterflies are celebrated worldwide for their beauty.  Butterfly encourages you to surround yourself with beauty. Do what you love. Dance a dance of love and joy. All things are beautiful when you love them. Many new opportunities are coming. Walk the happy beauty road with beauty in front of you and beauty behind you. Walk with beauty on both sides of you. Butterfly medicine begins in beauty and ends in beauty. You will no doubt be highly creative this May. It will be a most beautiful and Transformative month for you if you let it to be so.

SOUTH Card Number 25, Fox—Camouflage. SOUTH on the sacred medicine wheel is the direction of balanced development. SOUTH represents youth and the fullness of youth. The season of SOUTH is summer. South encompasses the substances of our existence, and the powers that bind us–the rules of the road, so to speak. South involves the regulations of our government–our guidance system.  Fox in the South may be asking you if what you are looking at is what you think it is. Fox may be telling you to become much more aware of what is happening in the everyday world around you.  Fox may signal unbelievable good luck and fortuitous synchronicities. Fox is an animal of mystery and magic. Be wise and sly like Fox. Fox showing up in May may mean that you do not need to get anxious, and you are able to be observant and adapt to whatever conditions you encounter. Fox gives you the ability to act quickly and decisively and put things right. Be cunning, clever, and adaptable in May. Now may be the time for you to learn from Fox the art of Camouflage—the ability to fit in and be unnoticed in any situation or difficulty. Learn to be like the wind—unseen.  Fox’s powers of invisibility are potent medicines. Use your uncanny Foxy ways to help your friends and family. You might find yourself using your magical power of shape-shifting to help those people who are distressed and have lost their way. You should take a bow for your Fox medicine.

WEST. Card number 43, Spider—Weaving.  WEST is the direction of dreaming, personal power, and spiritual insights. The color of WEST is black. WEST is the direction of introspection, of going within to find spiritual discernment. WEST is the direction of deep inner searching. You may find new potentialities as well as a new commitment to personal progress. You may do some dream Weaving in May. Spider is a good omen. The appearance of Spider may bring you a new love and a good deal of money. Spider predicts happiness and prosperity. Spider may be predicting rain or shine, whichever one works. The season of the WEST is autumn. The element of WEST is earth. WEST represents maturity—time to be an adult. Spider in the WEST indicates a new cycle is beginning for you, the time for a reset. It is time to Weave a new creation. You will have the ability to Weave your dreams into reality with Spider medicine. Spider teaches perseverance in pursuing your goals—your responsibility to yourself and others. Spider never wavers or gives up. Spider brings good luck in all forms of communication. Spiders have stability. If you happen to have a writing goal or idea, large or small, Spider is good medicine. Spider knows how to bring work to completion. Maybe it is time for you to quit procrastinating, get busy, and spin your tale. All the alphabets can be found in Spider’s web, so it is said. In any case, Spider can give your writing a hefty boost or help you polish your prose until it shines. Spider tells you to Weave a strong personal web. Mend it. Get rid of things caught in your web that may no longer serve you. While you are at it, release your worries and stresses from your personal web.

NORTH Card Number 16, Raven — Magic. NORTH is the direction of wisdom on the sacred medicine wheel. It’s the place of the wise elders, the wisdom keepers. The season of NORTH is winter. The element of NORTH is air. NORTH speaks of the mind and may test your intellectual understanding. NORTH is mental. NORTH gives one a sense of fulfillment and balance. Raven is the largest songbird on Turtle Island, and they have an extensive range of vocalizations. Raven is associated with transformation, wisdom, and hidden knowledge. Raven is on the wing and is coming in your direction in May. You are in luck. Raven is the archetypal bringer of Magic. Raven may bring you important messages from the void where Great Spirit lives. Raven is signifying a spiritual awakening. Raven has the power to shift our consciousness to one of Magic and enchantment. If you encounter a Raven, give this a try. Try to engage the Raven in conversation. Be sincere. The Magical bird will understand you. Out of the blue, Raven will answer you if you are sincere. It is also said that Raven can teach one how to speak to every one of the animals in their distinctive language. Ravens can speak to you and be faultlessly intelligible. Remember that Raven is an adept and a master Magician. Raven is a well-known shapeshifter. The Magic bird may appear to you in another life form. Let Raven create new realities and bring Magic and mystical teachings into your life. Let Raven be your guide through puzzling times.

CENTER Card Number 44, Hummingbird—Joy. The CENTER of the medicine wheel is a vital place. There are beneficial and healing energies at the CENTER. The four directions (EAST, South, WEST, NORTH) meet and balance with the inner and outer worlds. CENTER is the CENTRAL axis of the medicine wheel. CENTER is a distinct place energetically. CENTER represents the interconnectedness of all life–a holy place where one can find refuge, healing, and spiritual guidance. Hummingbirds are found on Turtle Island and have adapted to a variety of climates. They are found from the southern tip of South America to the far north of Alaska. They are migratory and often travel over five thousand miles a year. They have dazzling colors and are creatures of astounding beauty. Let their medicine enter your soul and fill you with happiness and joy. Hummingbird brings healing to your heart. They have high energy needs and must visit approximately one hundred flowers daily to feed and meet those needs. Hummingbird awakens the medicine flowers, and they are known for their positivity. Be like Hummingbird.  Give love, peace, and Joy a try. Open your heart like a beautiful flower and find the sweet and Joyful nectar of life. You can find your bliss in Hummingbird medicine. Hummingbird is an omen of love. Hummingbird is bringing you messengers of beauty and happiness. Hummingbird brings you emotional healing and a deep love of life and nature..Remember that the small things in life are just as beautiful as the big things.

EAST Card Number 23, Opossum—Diversion. East on the sacred medicine wheel is the direction of the sunrise, the first light of dawn. EAST is the spiritual direction signifying a new beginning and a renewal—your first steps on a spiritual journey. The color of the EAST is yellow. The element of the EAST is fire. The season of the EAST is spring. EAST is a thinking direction. EAST is mental, the direction of observing, learning, and growth. Welcome your awakening to the new light of day. Be centered and begin your modern-day excursion, your spiritual journey to the EAST. EAST is the direction to search for enlightenment and truth, finding deeper connections between self, others, and the cosmos. More simply put, the EAST represents finding yourself. Opossum in the EAST tells you not to hide from yourself and not to be Diverted from your spiritual quest. Opossum is bringing you good luck. There couldn’t be a better animal medicine to help you adapt to new conditions. We have come through the fray in March, and now here we are so soon in April. Opossum is telling you not to waste time. Do your everyday responsibilities and find a sense of achievement in doing them. Opossum may be telling you to examine your diversions and distractions. Opossum medicine teaches you to develop strategies to meet probable events. You may need to take a different path from the usual. New opportunities will be coming your way. You need to rely on your instincts and don’t brush them aside. Focus on them. They may be able to get you off and running, so see what these opportunities have to offer. Be innovative. Keep open. Keep Active. Opossum represents diversion from the usual, and perhaps a person from your past may show up at your door, or some other circumstance will divert you from your usual routine.

SOUTH Card Number 47, Prairie Dog—Retreat. The season of SOUTH is summer. South represents the viscous reality of our lives, the nitty gritty of existence.  The South can represent the powers that bind us, the rules and regulations of our government, and our guidance systems.  Prairie Dog in the South may be telling us to take a break from the intensity we have been experiencing in our realities these past few months, especially here in the United States. Prairie Dog digs deep into the earth, where it is cool and soothing, to build tunnels and havens. Perhaps Prairie Dog in April is telling us to cool off our hyper-attention to the difficult news of politics, economics, the harshness of the everyday world, and to take a much-needed break. Prairie Dogs are highly social. They often hug and kiss when meeting a friend. They have close-knit family groups. There is usually considerable activity around them. Prairie Dog could be telling us to retreat to the comfort and solace of family and good friends for a much-needed battery recharge. Take some time out and go to a safe environment to rest up and find a balance with self and others. Prairie Dog is telling you to unplug and go on a Retreat. People often report having life-changing out-of-body or visionary experiences during a Retreat. Perhaps now is the ideal time to relax, recharge, and find yourself with companionable people with contagious good energy. Time to Retreat–a time to feel spiritually rejuvenated and completely renewed.

WEST. Card number 41, Whale—Record Keeper. WEST is the direction of the unknown. The color of WEST is black.  It is the color of going within—of introspection. WEST is a place of soul searching and deep inner thoughts—the place of meditation and the gaining of spiritual insights. Whales are warm-blooded mammals and breathe air from a blowhole. Whale is an enormous being of the waters and is said to have come from the stars. Whale is the oldest and largest mammal on the planet. Whale is a swimming library. Whale knows the history of Mother Earth as no other living being. It is no wonder that Whale has incredible spiritual power and are carriers of lost ancient knowledge. Whale tells you to listen to the sounds the multiverse wants you to hear because Whale is singing for you. The multiverse is composed of multiple universes within our universe.  Whale medicine is on your side. It supports you with good communication abilities during the entire month of April. Use your communication skills this month. Be friendly and confident in your ability to get your point across–always showing kindness, respect, and empathy toward others during the month. April is a good time to do an artistic endeavor or a writing project you have been putting off. Whales’ emanations are Mother Earth’s essential power songs. Honor Whale, the singing giant of the waters. If you are lucky enough to see a Whale, give thanks. You may be near to finding your own personal power song that can greatly help you when times are troubled. You may not know it, but Whale’s songs have a huge but subtle impact on all our lives.

NORTH Card Number 45, Blue Heron—Self Reflection. NORTH is the direction of wisdom on the sacred medicine wheel. It’s the place of the wise elders, the wisdom keepers, and NORTH gives one a sense of living a balanced life. Change is on the wing and coming your way. Be aware of new opportunities. One needs to be adaptable, flexible, and agile nowadays. Blue Heron appears this April to tell you to dive deep into the watery world of your feelings and accept your emotions. Blue Heron brings the important lesson of Self-Reflection. We learn from observation and reflection. Reflect upon any issues you may have and intuit solutions and answers. Blue Heron is telling you to reflect your heart in all your endeavors. Blue Heron is patient and wise and is good luck in most instances. Blue Heron may be bringing you much-needed healing and good health. Blue Heron often bestows the gift of calmness, silence, joyfulness, and inner peace. Blue Heron medicine gives us the power to reflect on what we need to change in order to grow as people.  Blue Heron medicine teaches about the power of knowing ourselves.  With Blue Heron, we can discover our gifts and face life’s challenges.  We learn to accept our feelings and opinions–not to deny our emotions and the thoughts that trail along with them.  If you are stuck, now is the time to break free with Blue Heron’s guidance. Blue Heron encourages you to follow your intuition and take the empowering journey of Self-Reflection.

CENTER Card Number 37, Antelope Action—The CENTER of the medicine wheel is an important and mindful place. There are nourishing and healing energies at the CENTER. The four directions (EAST, South, WEST, NORTH) meet and balance with the inner and outer worlds. CENTER is the CENTRAL axis of the medicine wheel. CENTER is a special place energetically. CENTER represents the interconnectedness of all life–a holy place where one can find refuge, healing, and spiritual guidance.  The stone Labradorite can be very helpful in centering. Be CENTERED in this all-encompassing energy. Stay Active and make Activity a habit.  Antelope is one of the fastest animals. They are designed for speed and have been clocked at over seventy miles an hour. They are masters of immediate action. Sometimes we can become stuck in thought and theorizing when it is Action that is needed. Action leads to more Action. Antelope is shouting for you to do more and be more—be more Active.  Be strong and be aware and prepare yourself for Action.  Be grounded and balanced at CENTER. Call on Antelope medicine for independence and freedom. Antelope tells you to be out and about and to do whatever needs to be done. Antelope brings a new cycle of power. Antelope is telling you to hit it hard with the right stuff! Keep Active, keep busy, and make your Actions count. With Antelope medicine, you are the long-distance runner. You can always go just a little bit further. You learn fast. You are swift and agile. Ask Antelope for potent energy. Antelope is adaptable to change, and you can be too. Antelope shows you that you have the power to meet any challenge. Let Antelope be your guide, be strong, and move on—move ahead. Ask Antelope’s spirit for their elegance, beauty, and other good-medicine powers. Take charge. Take Action. You will soon be pleased with your many accomplishments.

EAST Card Number 5, Bear—Introspection. EAST is the direction of the first light on the sacred medicine wheel.  EAST is considered a new beginning and renewal—your first steps on a spiritual journey. The color of the EAST is yellow and the element of the EAST is fire. Springtime is the season of EAST, the direction of observing and learning, stretching and growing. Welcome a new day and the new light of day. Be centered and begin your spiritual journey to the EAST. EAST is said to be the springtime of life so enjoy it. Bear is big medicine and Bear in the East is a sign of big power for a new venture or a new start. Bear has hibernated all winter deep in shamanic Introspection telling you that Bear medicine should be employed this month.  Be contemplative about your spiritual insights and creative breakthroughs and use them. You may realize you are evolving and gaining in personal power. You may soon discover strong healing medicines. Use this power wisely. Bear is a dreamer so pay attention to your dreams. You may learn something important. Bear tells you not to be afraid of your higher powers – harness them with love, compassion, and courage.

SOUTH Card Number 16, Raven—Magic. Raven, the changer, speaks of Magical change and progress—generosity of spirit. Something special is in the air. There are countless tales in Native America of Raven bringing Magic and supernatural changes for the better in various situations. Raven appearing in the SOUTH is bringing you a practical message from the void, the great emptiness of the universe. Raven is a powerful and good omen, a great blessing.  Ask Raven to give you a message from Mystery, from the blackness of the void., A transformation is coming to you. Magic is coming your way.  What is Magic – the influence of mysterious or supernatural factors.  Raven is the guardian of Magic so be alert to that which is around you that is odd, exceptional, unusual, something that you cannot explain—stay open and observant as there may be a transformation of consciousness—the power to enter the void and bring your desires into form, the power to manifest your intention. Raven is the messenger and guardian of Magic—especially the Magic the great void, the unknown–a new spiritual understanding. Ravens are beautiful blue-black birds. Appearing now means Magic is your birthright. You must know that a Transformation is near – as an individual, as a country, as a planet. Let Raven bring you Magic from the void. You can then bring Raven’s Magic to the light. The universe waits for you to claim Magical powers.

WEST. Card Number 9, Butterfly—Transformation. You may become aware that it is time for a Transformation, a rebirth of hope, and a completely new beginning. Butterfly says to stay open to change because change is surely coming. Butterfly symbolizes beauty, rebirth, freedom, determination, and Transformation. Butterfly brings a month of good luck—float above the fray. Drop heaviness. Let go of unnecessary baggage and be happy and light-hearted—keep on the airy Butterfly way and stay aware of deep Transformations in your life and times. Find inspiration in art and beauty. Find beautiful environments to visit. March will be a creative month for you. Open your wings and dance the Butterfly dance of beauty, love, grace, and harmony. Enjoy every moment of your existence. With Butterfly, your thoughts might shift from topic to topic in a rapid succession. In this time of Transformation, it’s okay. The Butterfly’s life cycle goes from egg to caterpillar to cocoon to Butterfly. Let Butterfly show you a rebirth of hope and most importantly, Transformation, the ability to change—but not simply to change, but to find joy and freedom to boot.

NORTH Card Number 11, Moose—Self-Esteem. The season of the NORTH is winter. The NORTH color is white. The NORTH element is air. NORTH on the medicine wheel is the place of the wise elders and wisdom keepers. North is the direction in which to use the intellect to solve problems–integrating the facts to see how everything fits together–gaining insight into how to become wise, prudent, balanced, and free. Moose brings you a great boost in self-respect. Moose is telling you to spend time developing your Self-Esteem. Feel good about your personal progress. Moose medicine teaches the importance of self-worth, of knowing who you are and feeling pride in your accomplishments. Moose is a fighter, a great warrior who is mentally and physically tough.  Moose is mighty, courageous and fearless.  Moose is unique and is the largest member of the deer family. Moose is the second largest land animal on Turtle Island. Moose is also the tallest species of the deer family. The first largest of course is the Buffalo.

CENTER Card Number 12, Porcupine—Innocence. Honor your playfulness. Be one with faith and trust. Trust yourself. Let Porcupine give you a resounding not guilty verdict. There are compelling energies at the CENTER of the medicine wheel. The four directions (EAST, South, WEST, NORTH) are where the four corners meet and balance with the inner and outer world. CENTER is the magical place of a combination of energies. Humans are said to always be dancing upon the sacred medicine wheel in one way or another. CENTER is a very special and mindful place, The Porcupine card tells you not to get caught up in the chaos of our times and be at peace. CENTER represents the interconnectedness of all life–a holy place where one can find refuge, healing, and spiritual guidance. It is the central axis of the medicine wheel. Be CENTERED in this all-encompassing energy and have a strong stance. Be comfortable, balanced, and CENTERED in the inner and outer world. Porcupine will help you CENTER yourself in faith and trust. Be like Porcupine remembering and knowing you are protected. Drop your seriousness. Reconnect with your inner child and remember to be thankful at all times. Porcupine tells us to see the world through an innocent child’s eyes. No worries. Be happy, slow-going, and one with your Innocence.

EAST Card Number 29, Badger—Aggressiveness.  EAST is the direction of dawn on the sacred medicine wheel. and EAST is considered the spiritual direction. EAST is said to be the beginning. The color of the EAST is yellow and the element of the East is fire. Springtime is the season of EAST, a direction of stretching and growing. Welcome the day and the new light of day and begin your spiritual journey to the EAST. The Hopi are frequently called the people of peace. Yet they have a Badger Clan. Badger is sacred especially so to warriors. Badger is a powerful animal that lives underground. They have sharp claws and are expert at digging. Badger brings fierce protection and aggression when you most need it. Badger signifies a closeness to the earth and a deep healing. Badger is diligent, focused, and possesses a deep instinctive wisdom. When Badger appears you will want to push a little harder. You may need to make a plan and go for it in stages. Badger may also infer February will be an Aggressive month right from the get-go. Badger has great courage and inner power. They are cunning. Badger may be telling you to be more tolerant. Badger may be telling you not to fight, to disengage. Don’t play the blame game. You may need to be Aggressive but don’t slam anyone. People make mistakes. So might you. You can use Badger medicine to dig for answers to any questions you may be having. If you are frustrated and having anger issues, Badger can help you handle them. Badger can help you get a grip and find peace of mind. Be fearless in February but don’t overdo it. To sum up, sharpen your claws but refrain as much as possible from using them.

SOUTH Card Number 38, Frog—Cleansing. The medicine wheel represents the four directions and the center. SOUTH on the sacred medicine wheel signifies substance and movement from season to season. SOUTH is said to be the summertime of life—a time of fun and play. SOUTH is generous with its blessings.  Amuse yourself, have fun, and don’t be overly serious. SOUTH speaks of the heart and balanced development. The element of the SOUTH is water including the spirituality of water. Water flows and changes to fit the situation. SOUTH on the sacred medicine wheel points to emotions. Know that you don’t need to be stagnant, you can flow and change as well. The color of the SOUTH is red, a color of life force.  February may indeed be a time of passion. Red grabs your attention. Red speaks of warmth and courage. Red may also signal danger, so watch out when you see red. Pay attention. You might need to get out of the way or away from something quickly. You might need to jump to safety like a Frog. Frogs have large eyes and excellent night vision. They see in the dark and even see colors. Those large eyes take in a lot of information. Frog may be heralding change. —a transition. Frog is bringing you the opportunity to bolster your personal power. Frog is sensitive to danger and will leap away from it if they feel threatened. Many people believe that Frog’s songs are magical and healing. Frogs often serenade the night with songs that are said to bring the refreshing rain. Their power songs can be heard from a long way off. Call on Frog to cleanse bad spirits and to spiffy up your environment. Frog medicine can wash away many of your troubles.

WEST. Card Number 18, Lynx—Secrets. WEST on the sacred medicine wheel is the place of darkness, the unknown, and the hidden. WEST is the direction of dreams and visions. WEST is the direction of introspection, looking deep within yourself and observing what is going on mentally and emotionally. WEST is the place to explore your shadow self. The season of WEST is the fall. The time of the WEST is twilight—that place in the middle, not day, not night. It is a time of transition into nighttime. WEST element is earth and the color representing the WEST is black. WEST is the grownup stage of life. WEST signifies maturity. With Lynx prowling around, you may want to stay in the background—stay hidden. Lynx also indicates deep introspection, not just WEST. Lynx is silent and nocturnal. Lynx can help you unlock Secrets that are blocking your way to spiritual understanding and realization. Lynx is a symbol of infinite knowledge. Lynx is brave and long ago looked into the eyes of Great Mystery and at that moment Lynx knew everything—all there is to know. All the Secrets of the universe were exposed. Lynx acquired a kind of cosmic clairvoyance—a psychic power that reveals Secrets. Nothing can be hidden from Lynx. Lynx can teach you how to see what is real or what is false. Let Lynx put you in touch with hidden powers—the knowing of Secrets. Lynx may be telling you to be silent where your own or someone else’s Secret is concerned. Lynx is the keeper of Secrets and teaches you to keep Secrets Secret. Now is the time to do just that.  Even so, Secrets will out and come to light in February, no doubt in social media and in the mainstream news.

NORTH Card number 14, Dog—Loyalty. NORTH on the medicine. wheel is the place of the elders and knowledge keepers. It is a place of wisdom and spiritual insights. It is the place of the intellect. Elders are the old ones venerated and respected in tribal society. NORTH tells you to put on your thinking cap and use your intellectual capacities. It is an insightful direction. NORTH represents the cold wintertime. The color that represents NORTH is white. The element of NORTH is air. There is a strong bond between the human and the Dog. Dog is a symbol of Loyalty. They are faithful guardians and guides. They served as guides for souls in the afterlife. Dog has a strong connection to the spirit world and can see deeply into humans.  Dog was a utilitarian creature in early Native America, a fierce protector of home, family, and possessions. Dogs smell trouble. Watchdogs alert people to danger—an important skill in early tribal society.  Dogs offer not simply Loyalty, but consistent affection and companionship. Dog is enthusiastic. Dogs are devoted and express their true and deep feelings. Dogs were essential in Native America—they were held in high esteem in ceremonies. They were used in the transport of goods. Native Americans used sleds to transport possessions across the icy landscape in winter. They still do in the far north when the weather makes automobile travel impossible.  A Dog has many virtues. Why don’t you lower your level of stress?  If you need a Loyal friend, why not adopt a Dog from an animal shelter? Your life won’t be boring. You will be saving a life and improving your own.

CENTER Card Number 22—Beaver. There are compelling energies at the CENTER of the medicine wheel. The four directions (EAST, South, WEST, NORTH) are where the four corners meet and balance with the inner and outer world. It is the magical place of the integration of energies. We are said to always be dancing upon the sacred medicine wheel in one way or another. CENTER is a special and mindful place, CENTER represents the interconnectedness of all life–a holy place where one can find refuge, healing, and spiritual guidance. CENTER is the central axis of the medicine wheel. Be CENTERED in this all-encompassing energy and have a strong stance. Be comfortable, balanced, and CENTERED in the inner and outer world. Beaver happens to be the largest rodent in North America. Fully grown, they average around forty pounds and are three feet or more long. Beaver has sharp teeth and can easily cut down a tree—gnawing right through it. As most people know Beaver builds dams and they greatly modify their environment to their own specifications. Beaver have webbed feet and are aquatic. They have large flat tails and can use them to slap the water and warn other Beaver of danger.  Beaver has a can-do-get-it-done approach to life. They have a strong work ethic. Beavers are highly respected for their healing and other medicine powers. Native Americans often tell one not to interfere with Beaver because they know what they are doing. Beaver is telling you to let go of the past. Be cooperative with others. Get busy. Clean up the mess if necessary.  Use your Beaverlike ingenuity and make a difference where your surroundings and your family are concerned. Be like Beaver. Build a stronger and better life for all.

EAST Card Number 46, Raccoon—Generous Protector. EAST is the direction of dawn and is considered the spiritual direction on the medicine wheel. The color of the EAST is yellow and the element of the EAST is fire. Springtime is the season of East and represents stretching and growing. Welcome the day and the new light of day and begin your spiritual journey to the EAST—to enlightenment. EAST on the sacred indigenous medicine wheel signifies the beginning of a spiritual journey—your unique journey. EAST symbolizes rebirth and a mystical awakening. Raccoon, ”the grasper” is one of the best medicines to carry during these times. Raccoon is nocturnal and is often called “black mask,” considered a sort of Robin Hood who can outsmart anyone and pluck their goodies.  Some tribal people have called Raccoon the most “touchy-feely” of all animals. They have exceptional manual dexterity. Additionally, Raccoon has a great curiosity about everything in their immediate vicinity. You may need to protect your spiritual value system with Raccoon appearing in the EAST this January. You may even need to brush up on what your spiritual beliefs truly are.  Your integrity may be tested. Ask the Raccoon spirit to be your guide if this is the case. Raccoon’s ingenuity is amazing and you can be sure Raccoon will show you the best way to deal with any adversity. Avoid judgment. It’s all spiritual so don’t get ego-involved. As is said, don’t throw down on anyone. Be like Raccoon and use your ingenuity to come up with creative solutions to problems. You may need to be kind and help a friend or family member with the issue of not facing the world as it is. You may feel moved to show strong support for an underdog.

SOUTH Card Number 33. Weasel—Stealth. SOUTH on the medicine wheel signifies substance and the summertime of life—a time of youth and discovery. It’s a time to play, find amusement, have fun, and not be overly serious. SOUTH speaks of the heart and balance. The element of the SOUTH is water with all its physical and spiritual qualities. The color of the SOUTH is said to be red implying life force. Red grabs attention and is energizing. Red may also imply danger so be on your toes when you see red. Weasel is an expert in tracing and tracking. If they pick up the scent they can find their prey or most anything else. Weasel is an ally that can assist you in precarious times. Weasels live underground and have a musky smell. They have long, graceful, and elegant bodies with short legs. They can get in and out of most spaces and entanglements other animals can’t, true escape artists. Weasel is busy but secretive. If you feel stymied and feel like you have fallen into a trap you can’t escape or have hit a wall you can’t get over, call on Weasel medicine to show you the best way to use their medicine to fix the situation. Weasel is solitary and silent most of the time. They are astute observers. They see much more than the obvious and hear more than the obvious. Weasel are deeply sensitive but no one would ever know it. They are intelligent, discerning, and can extrapolate a great deal of correct information from focused attention. They never fail to learn the truth about a person and that person will not have the slightest suspicion they have been thoroughly investigated. Weasel are often credited with being precognitive and are able to see future events. You may have glimpses into the future when Weasel spirit is close by. You will then know how best to handle most situations. Weasel will convey to you how to be Stealthy while keeping an even demeanor. If needs be, use Weasel medicine to turn the tables on a situation.

WEST. Card Number 52. Black Panther—Embracing The Unknown. WEST on the sacred medicine wheel is the place of introspection., that is to say, looking deep within yourself and observing your mental and emotional processes. Introspection is a time and place to be alone and learn to respect and explore your inner being. The season of WEST is the fall. The time is twilight. WEST element is earth and the color representing WEST is black. WEST is the adult stage of life and brings maturity. It highlights life’s values and morality. WEST teaches respect for elders and all people. Native people often call the highest power Great Mystery. Indeed, eternal and unknowable mystery surrounds us all. Prayers are said to Great Mystery. There was no preaching or proselyting. Your relationship with Mystery is your own business. The unknown is a mystery. Black Panther, also known as Black Jaguar, are the big big-cats and are not bad luck at all. Black Panther medicine carries us through our strongest emotions–our fears. Fear has come because of the vicissitudes of our time, an era of distrust on our planet. Black Panther tells us to examine our dark nature and not to project it on others. Perhaps fear is approaching because of unstable finances. You may have to tighten the belt, as is said. Ask the big cat for help. Black Panther medicine is healing and comforting and tells you not to worry about the future. Instead, embrace it. The past is past. Let it go and let Fear be a past thing of no importance. Now is the time for the courage of Black Panther. Be fearless. Be grateful. Look to inner guidance from Black Panther medicine. Turn to the new possibilities brave Black Panther is bringing you.

NORTH Card number 40. Dolphin—Manna. NORTH on the medicine. wheel is the place of the elders. Elders are the old ones, seers, and rememberers of history. They know teaching stories, traditions, medicine songs and rituals. In short, elders are keepers of priceless ancient knowledge. They have great wisdom and know how everything fits together–what works and what doesn’t. Because of their long life they have a vast understanding of life and how best to live it. They were and are venerated and respected in tribal society. Something good is on the way with Dolphin appearing in the NORTH. Catch the wave. Be free and flowing like Dolphin. Dolphin symbolism is that of transformation by water and of potent breathing frequencies. Dolphin is said to bring contentment during any journey near or far that you may be contemplating. Dolphin is always an auspicious omen and bodes well for our joy and happiness. Dolphin medicine brings deep healing; Dolphin teaches us how to bring Manna into our life. Manna exists in all things. Manna enlivens us. It is our connection to the cosmos.  Personal Manna is the sustaining life force in and around our bodies. Dolphin teaches us the deep and rhythmic breath of life to increase our Manna. If you are feeling the weight of years, let Dolphin give you a makeover—a regeneration. Do breath-work. Dolphin teachings are a reminder to breathe deep and approach life with gusto and delight. Dolphin medicine reminds us to enjoy each moment.

CENTER Card Number 1, Eagle—Spirit. There are potent energies at the CENTER of the medicine wheel. The four directions and four corners meet at perfect CENTER. CENTER represents the interconnectedness of all life–a holy place where one can find refuge, healing, and spiritual guidance. Be CENTERED in this all-encompassing energy and have a strong stance. Be ready to meet any and all eventualities. Majestic Eagle may bring many new spiritual opportunities.  Eagle nests in the highest branches of the sacred tree, the tree of life. Eagle has appeared at your CENTER and Eagle power is the power of Great Spirit. Stay CENTERED. Don’t be distracted. Eagle tells you to be a warrior. Seek your highest power within. Eagle is a messenger and speaks of self-realization. Let Eagle nourish your soul and give you discernment. You may become more observant and see through various shams and pretenses. Eagle sees the vast panorama of existence, seeing into the microcosm and macrocosm. Soaring Eagle often brushes feathers touching with Great Mystery and therefore is said to receive spiritual insights and spiritual understanding. Seek to be like Eagle and touch with Mystery. No one can miss that an eagle feather is spiritually charged. They are. And some especially so. Eagle may bring you a visionary experience. Eagle in the CENTER asks you to be aware of your physical and spiritual needs and to meet them. Eagle tells you to first do the basics—food and shelter. Then find your spiritual connection and inner sun—your values and purpose.  Eagle has faith and the courage to be a spiritual warrior. It is time for you to have the spiritual vision of Eagle and follow through with it.