Symbolic Turtle Legends: Meaning of Turtle Island & World Turtle
by Symbolic turtle legends and meanings are fascinating and crop up in many cultures. According to myth and legends, turtles really are heroes in a half-shell …
Category: Native American Symbolism
Native American Bird Signs: A Modern Interpretation Inspired by Iroquois Wisdom
Over the years, I’ve immersed myself in the rhythms of nature, the symbolism of animals, and the wisdom passed down through generations…particularly from the Iroquois …
The First Man of Ashes: The Origin Story of the Piqua Indians
I was fortunate enough to encounter this story while I was working on a book project about Native American legends. I had the privilege of …
Interview With Mike Bastine: Algonquin Educator Promoting Consciousness Reform
Some years ago, I had the opportunity to interview Mike Bastine, a Native American Algonquin, who has been speaking about the necessity of re-connecting to …
The Wolf Who Swallowed the Moon: A Native American January Wolf Moon Story
In honor of the January full Wolf Moon, I thought it would be keen to share a Native American story I heard as a child …
Cherokee Story of the Crow, Hawk, and Eagle
Stories are the lifeblood of humanity. They carry big wisdom from one generation to the next, including lessons about how to live, learn, and get …
Beaver Moon: Meaning and Names of the November Full Moon
November is replete with transformations (that’s why I love this month so much, plus it’s my birth month), and by association, the November full moon …
The Sweat Lodge Ceremony: An Ancient Tradition Still Relevant Today
A decade or so ago, I had the honor and privilege of working with Mike Bastine, an Algonquin activist and advocate of reestablishing the Native …
Native American Symbolism in Dreams
Native Americans have a high regard for dreams. They do not see them as just occurrences but rather as a way or a medium of …
Sacred Earth Rituals for Healing
On my worst days, the Earth has been an anchor, healer, and friend. When my nerves are shot, exhaustion is rampant, and my mind is …
Animal Meanings / Cultural Symbolism / Native American Symbolism / Nature Symbolism / Self-Help / Symbolism For Guidance
10 Simple Shamanistic Practices That Can Improve Your Life Today
Are you looking to enhance your spiritual journey and experience a profound transformation in your life? Look no further than the ancient wisdom of shamanism. …
Hunter Moon: Full Moon of October Names, Meanings, Stuff to Do and More
I adore this time of year, and October’s full moons where I live are some of the most sensational I’ve ever seen. There’s something invigorating …
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 …
Sacred Drumming and the Benefits of Drumming
Drums have been used since ancient times among different cultures and for different reasons. Both religious and cultural gatherings used drumming as a means of …
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 …
Making a Dream Catcher
Making a Dream Catcher and Getting Creative in Challenging Times The commonly held belief about making a dream catcher is a method to ward of …
Native American Story About Buzzards
A Native American Story about Aging, Death, and Kindness The Old Woman and the Three Buzzards This is a Native American story about how the …
Native American Symbols for Mother and Motherhood
Five Common Native American Symbols for Mother Mother’s day is right on our heels, so I thought it might be a nifty treat to share …