MY TOTEM ANIMAL
My “totem” animal is the deer.
SCIENTIFIC FACTS ABOUT THE DEER
The deer is a mammal of the cervidae family. Deer are native to all continents except Australia and Antarctica, and many species have been widely introduced beyond their original habitats as game animals. In all but one species of deer, males carry antlers; the exception is the reindeer (Rangifer tarandus), in which both sexes carry antlers. Deer are specialized herbivores, as is reflected in their large and complex digestive organs, their mobile lips, and the size and complexity of their teeth. The most usual colour for this kind of animals is light brown.
DEER SYMBOLIC AND HISTORICAL MEANING
When you have the deer as spirit animal, you are highly sensitive and have a strong intuition. By affinity with this animal, you have the power to deal with challenges with grace. You master the art of being both determined and gentle in your approach. The deer totem wisdom gives those with a special connection with this animal the ability to be vigilant, move quickly, and trust their instincts to get out the most difficult situations.
The meanings associated with the deer combine both soft, gentle qualities with strength and determination:
- Gentleness
- Ability to move through life and obstacles with grace
- Being in touch with inner child, innocence
- Being sensitive and intuitive
- Vigilance, ability to change directions quickly
- Magical ability to regenerate, being in touch with life’s mysteries
IT HAS A MEANING IN BUDDHISM
In Buddhism, the deer is a symbol of peace and harmony as well as longevity. In a past life, Buddha himself was a golden deer who spoke to men. Many native North American tribes see the deer as a messenger of Spirit who represents sensitivity and intuition.
