Symbolism and Meaning of Butterfly Colors
by Butterflies. Unless you have Lepidopterophobia, you might be of the common mindset that these creatures are utterly enchanting. Bold colors, elegant in flight, and impressive …
Category: Air/Bird Meanings
Exploring Symbolic Swallow Meaning in Myth, Spirituality, and Cultural Wisdom
From ancient myths to modern-day tattoos, this tiny feathered creature holds a special place in various cultures across the globe. This graceful, elegant bird holds …
Bird Watching to a Mythic Degree: Mighty Birds in Mythology
I love birds. As a fan, I watch them, observe, meditate, and even mimic their language (I’m not good at this, but I still try). …
Birds of Spring and Their Meanings
Spring is a season of new beginnings, renewal, and growth. It is the time when nature awakens from its winter slumber, and the landscape becomes …
What it Means When a Bird Poops on You and Other Bird Signs Worth Mentioning
Have you ever been walking and noticed a bird flying overhead and then, out of nowhere, it releases its own special kind of confetti on …
Gods and Goddesses Associated With Ravens and Crows
Ravens have long been associated with deities, gods, and goddesses throughout history. As one of the most iconic birds in mythology, ravens have a wide …
Native American Hawk and Crow Meaning and Stories
Native American culture is rich with symbolism, stories and ceremonies. Animals, especially birds like hawks and crows, are a central part of these teachings. Each …
Lucky Birds: Birds That Represent Good Luck
At the time of this writing, National Bird Day is upon us (January 5th), so I thought it would be keen to talk about lucky …
Owlet Dream Meaning
Have you ever had an owlet dream and wondered what it might mean? Well, you’re in luck! I’ve spent a lot of time pondering and …
National Bird Day (Jan 5) What to Know and Stuff to Do
I love birds. In fact, birds have gotten me through some pretty tough times. There’s something wholly uplifting when they make their happy flight patterns …
Starling Symbolism and Meaning
The starling is one of nature’s most beloved creatures. This feathered friend has been used in literature, art, and cultural symbolism for centuries. In this …
Spiritual and Symbolic Meaning of Mockingbirds
Symbolic and Spiritual Meaning of Mockingbirds: As a native Texan, I’m all about mockingbirds. To explain, this quirky, clever little baby is the state bird …
Raven in Native American Myth: Stories From the Haida People
The symbolic meaning of the raven in Native American myth describes the raven as a creature of metamorphosis, and it signifies change or transformation. In some tribes, the …
Finding Feathers Meaning
I get a lot of questions about finding feathers on our path, and what that means. Here are some ideas about what it means when …
Why Are Owls Associated with Learning?
Exploring why are owls associated with learning: Mysterious and evasive, these creatures of the night always carry a thick veil of intrigue. As a major …
Interpreting Dead Crow Meaning
Death of a Crow and Interpreting Dead Crow Meaning I often get emails from folks wondering about dead bird meaning. Specifically, I get a lot of …
Dreaming of Butterflies
Dreaming of Butterfly Meanings There’s a lot of transition going on lately, so I wasn’t surprised when dreamy butterflies started cropping into my sleep-time awareness. …
Myth Busting Owl Omens
Dispelling Owl Omens of Death Dispelling Bad Rumors About the Owl Omens of Death: There are many incorrect assumptions circling about that identify the owl …