Winding Wonder: Spiritual and Symbolic Maypole Meaning
by If you’ve ever seen a maypole dance or stumbled upon one of those picturesque, ribbon-laden poles in the middle of a village green, you’ve probably …
Category: Seasonal Symbolism
Meet Me in May: Spiritual and Symbolic Meaning of the Month of May
Every month comes with its own mood, like a personality strutting onto the calendar stage with flair and flavor, and May? The month of May …
The Symbolic Origins of Easter Egg Hunting: A Journey Through Tradition
As someone dedicated to esoteric signs and deeply cultural symbolism, the subject of Easter, specifically egg hunting, has captured my imagination. Easter egg hunting is …
The Symbolic Meaning of April: A Month of Awakening and Untamed Becoming
April sneaks in like a soft breeze through a cracked window, doesn’t it? There’s something about even the name of this month that feels alive …
Symbolism and Meaning of February Full Moon Names
I heart exploring the intriguing signs and symbols nature presents, and the full moons of each month are always the most captivating stories for me. …
Symbolic Meaning of the New Year’s Kiss
Smooching at midnight was never a deal for me, but the symbolism of the New Year’s kiss is a very big deal for millions of …
North Pole Symbolism: Santa’s Chilly Home of Holiday Magic
We’ve all heard of it. Some of us even sent letters there when we were kids (I did!). I’m talking about the North Pole, Santa’s …
From Beards to Boots: Understanding Santa’s Symbols, Origins, and Meanings
He’s portly. He’s jolly. He’s got a reputation for being a pretty chill dude, but what is the origin and meaning of Santa Claus, really? …
Protecting Your Energy and Peace While Visiting Family During the Holidays
by The gifts and festivities are a big part of the holiday season, but not as big as the joy inherent in visiting family during the …
Symbolic Meaning of the Yule Log
I remember my grammy always made a Yule log for Christmas. It was a scrummy thing – like a glorified Swiss roll-up cake, and she …
The Symbolic Meaning of Leaves: Nature’s Whispering Messengers
Leaves, those humble, fluttering gems of nature, are more than just pretty accents on towering trees. Leaves are storytellers. They’re symbols of transformation, connection, and …
Lessons for Thanksgiving: How Certain Animals Demonstrate Gratitude
Ideally, Thanksgiving is a time to circle the wagons around everything for which we are grateful. It should urge us to recognize gratitude isn’t a …
Spirit Animals of September
September is a fabulous month, if you ask me. It’s not too cold, not too hot, and it’s the precursor to cooler autumn days. Light …
Symbolic Spirit Animals of July
Summer isn’t my best friend. Well, I can’t blame the season, really – but when I’m swimming in my own pool of sweat and melting …
Symbolic and Spiritual Birds of July
As the sun shimmers brightly and nature explodes with sun-fueled verve, certain avian creatures take center stage with their spiritual significance and symbolic meanings. This …
15 Spiritual Holidays in July You’ve Got to Check Out
July isn’t my friend because the heat reduces me to a sweaty, babbling mess. But, that’s okay, because I absolutely adore some of the spiritual …
Spiritual and Symbolic Birds for the Month of May
Where I live, the month of May can be a tempestuous, unpredictable mistress. Turbulent rainstorms, blustery winds, and even a rando snowfall or frost might …
Warm Up to These 10 Birds of Winter: Meaning, Symbolism, and More
Where I live, winter can be a harsh taskmaster. Birds dot the landscape and crowd around the bird feeders – but in this frozen tundra-like …