Red Hawk or Falcon And Aries
People born at this time have a strong part of them that is passionate and full of energy. Often these individuals will be driven to start new journeys or projects with enthusiasm and a clear sense of direction. They may possess a warrior spirit and do not fear the unknown. They have a clear understanding of what they want but sometimes find it hard to be patient. In Western astrology these people are ruled by the planet Mars, the planet that governs our drive, motivation and desire. Mars energy can be compared to the spirit of the Red Hawk, represented in the Native American Red Hawk totem. Characteristics of the Red Hawk show some resemblances to the symbolism of Mars. For example the hawk who takes flight whenever his desires motivate him, will free himself of the restrictions that get in the way, by taking flight. His flight will free him from the rugged earthly terrain on the ground below him. The same could be said of individuals who are born at this time. The focused Hawk or Aries individual, through their passion and desire, can quickly and clearly get to where they want to be. The hawk, which flies so high, is free and independent and as a result has an advantage over his prey. Likewise individuals born at this time, governed by the planet Mars, can see so clearly what they want and be so driven by their own passion that they often seem unaware of obstacles or pitfalls that can get in the way. The Red Hawk can be found in the east on the medicine wheel directly opposite the Raven,a creature who can teach the Red Hawk so much.
Beaver And Taurus
People born at this time have a strong practical nature, making them steadfast and reliable. They prefer the tried and tested and tend to engage in what has already been established rather than starting new projects. In Western astrology, these individuals are ruled by Venus, the planet of love. Love for those born during this period can often be very physical and sensual. In Native American tradition, the Beaver totem, located in the east on the medicine wheel, reflects this trait. The beaver spends much of its time working to create security by building, just as its ancestors have done many times before. The Beaver creates happiness and safety by constructing its dam, a structure that helps protect it from the harsh outside world. In Western astrology, the Taurus individual is happiest when surrounded by their possessions, which help safeguard them from a dangerous world. The Taurus may need to feel deep down that the possessions they’ve worked so hard for truly protect them from misery and can bring genuine happiness in some way. If you were born at this time, part of you might relate to the need to build a secure, crisis-free world around you. The Beaver can learn much from its natural partner, the snake, found in the west on the medicine wheel.
Deer And Gemini
People born at this time have the ability to be alert and curious. These individuals tend to be active and need plenty of stimulation. Mercury is an important planet for these people, and it often gives them a sharp mind. In the West, people born during this period fall under the zodiac sign of Gemini. In Native American astrology, this energy is reflected in the Deer totem, which can be found in the East on the medicine wheel. If we visualize the deer, many would agree that their speed and keen senses give them certain advantages over other species, including humans. Their ability to move quickly and quietly through their surroundings allows them to assess their environment faster than any predator. Similarly, the Gemini individual is often mentally one step ahead of others, even before they notice. The only downside for these individuals is their need to stay active all the time and their reluctance to remain in one place for too long. This constant need for movement sometimes makes it difficult for these people to focus on long-term projects. The Deer individual can learn much from the Elk energy, which is found directly opposite in the West on the medicine wheel.
Woodpecker And Cancer
People born at this time tend to be sensitive and protective. Their roots often hold great importance in their lives. These individuals understand the meaning of nurturing well. They can channel their nurturing skills to support whatever they love, whether it’s their garden or their own child. However, for these individuals, their caring nature can be both a virtue and a vice. On one hand, their ability to cherish and cultivate what they love allows them to support others and help them thrive; in Native American tradition, the woodpecker, which is associated with the south on the medicine wheel, is known for creating the perfect nest for its offspring. On the other hand, they might find it difficult to let go, and in worse cases, may smother what they hold dear—much like the woodpecker that pecks away and finds it hard to stop. The woodpecker individual can gain valuable insights from the snow goose, which is directly opposite in the north on the medicine wheel.
Salmon And Leo
People born at this time possess great strength. Their strength stems from a fiery passion that can ignite immense willpower. The demonstrative Leo energy, known in Western astrology, is accessible to those born during this period. In Native American tradition, it is believed that individuals born in this phase share traits similar to the salmon, a creature that, at least once in their life, instinctively embarks on a creative journey for reproduction. This journey demands sheer determination, as salmon often risk their lives to reach their destination. Like Leo individuals with such fiery focus, Salmon people may passionately know what they want and won’t stop until they achieve it. The Salmon energy resides in the south, a time when the sun shines brightly and our soul is called to engage in the creative process to truly experience life. Opposite the salmon in the north is the Otter energy, reflecting the salmon’s fiery passion by highlighting strengths like logic and detachment. When the salmon’s energy begins to fade, it is the Otter qualities that can offer vital wisdom to the salmon individual.
Brown Bear And Virgo
People born at this time are practical and dutiful. They enjoy routine and excel when serving others. Although these individuals tend to be followers rather than leaders, they are known for their intelligence and have a curiosity that can sometimes lead them into trouble. In Native American tradition, people born during this period are represented by the brown bear, which is associated with the south on the medicine wheel. The brown bear, like its inquisitive Virgo human counterpart, is intelligent and very curious, though some might see this as nosiness. The bear is an introverted, cautious animal. This introversion is also reflected in the Virgo personality, as these individuals often possess strong analytical abilities. In Native American tradition, the bear is seen as practical, but this practicality often involves using imaginative methods to complete tasks. Similarly, people born at this time can also possess these qualities. Bear people have great strength but can develop their character by becoming more comfortable around others and resisting isolation. These more sociable traits are represented by the cougar totem. The Bear individual can gain valuable insight from the Cougar, which is positioned directly opposite the bear on the medicine wheel, in the north.
Raven And Libra
People born at this time have strong peacekeeping skills. They feel most at home when there is harmony around them and can become quite unsettled by conflict. In Western astrology, individuals born during this period fall under the sign of Libra. In Native American astrology, these individuals are represented by the Raven, which is found in the west on the medicine wheel. The Raven enjoys the company of others and always seeks balance and harmony. According to Native American tradition, there are many legends about the Raven, who initially begins life as a white bird, but some sacrifice or wrongdoing causes the Raven to turn black. These myths emphasize the duality, represented through the colors black and white, of human nature. The color change in these legends might suggest the contrast between our shadow side and our true spiritual nature. Like the hawk and the woodpecker, Raven individuals are natural leaders. However, for the Raven personality, it is their ability to bring balance and harmony—acting as a diplomat—that equips them with the skills to be good leaders. When a Raven cannot find harmony in life, it can be devastating. For those Ravens experiencing ongoing unresolved conflict, it could be due to being too selfless, driven by a need to please others. It is the Hawk, which resides in the east on the medicine wheel, that can teach the Raven so much about self-love.
Snake And Scorpio
People born during this time tend to be emotionally deep but often keep their feelings hidden. Known as Scorpios in the West, these individuals have a reputation for secrecy, which has sometimes given them a tough image. Their mysterious nature can create fear and mistrust in others, fueling the perception of a dark side. These individuals can experience intense emotional highs and lows, go through profound transformations, and emerge stronger. Perhaps it is this ability to renew themselves that some mistake for emotional detachment. In Native American astrology, the Snake totem, found on the west side of the medicine wheel, represents those born around this time. Imagine a snake slithering through tall grass; it moves with a quiet, secretive presence. Watching it shed its skin reveals its capacity to renew itself. While we may fear snakes, we are often unaware of their deep emotions. The snake symbolizes powerful, enigmatic energy and the ability to transform. However, their challenge is to avoid attracting crises that demand constant change and instead seek stability. It is the Beaver energy, located on the east side of the medicine wheel, that will teach the Snake personality much about stability and structure.
Owl And Sagittarius
People born during this time tend to be philosophical with a broad-minded view of life. Because of this, they can be natural teachers. In the West, these individuals fall under the astrology sign of Sagittarius. The Sagittarius person is also known for their wisdom. The Owl totem, in Native American astrology, found on the medicine wheel in the West, represents people born at this time. In this creature of the night, we find much wisdom. The owl can see much even in the dark, which can be seen as symbolic of an ability to understand a lot without relying on external sources, indicating strong inner intuition and perception. In the West, the Sagittarius individual is known as outgoing and jovial, like the archetypal Santa Claus. The owl does not portray such an outgoing image but more a shrewder one. However, if you combine the qualities of the West and Native American traditions—the jolliness and the shrewdness—we can understand a lot about what makes a wise person. The owl individual also has lessons to learn in life because, in their broad-mindedness, they may overlook important details and miss the point entirely. For this reason, they can learn much from the deer totem, found on the East side of the medicine wheel.
Snow Goose And Capricorn
People born under the constellation of Capricorn tend to be practical and organized. These individuals often have the potential to hold authority in their chosen pursuits. They frequently find themselves leading projects or organizations and tend to approach these roles in a meticulous manner. In Native American tradition, the snow goose totem, found in the north on the medicine wheel, symbolizes the energy of these people. The snow goose is a unique bird that prefers following the snow rather than the sun. Similarly, those born at this time appreciate the purity of new beginnings, which for others might seem limiting or lifeless. However, these beginnings offer a blank slate and vast potential for those with practical leadership qualities. The snow goose is also a methodical creature. During migration, they may fly thousands of miles each year in a V formation. The female leader is at the front, helping to break the wind for geese flying just behind her but slightly to the side. Her position is strategic, enabling her to avoid obstructing the view of those behind and to bear the main resistance from the wind. The geese directly behind her are the next strongest members of the flock, taking turns breaking the wind for those behind them in turn. This demonstrates a methodical approach and highlights the importance of working systematically within an organization—traits these individuals possess. Snow geese also follow a pecking order within the flock, showing respect for authority. This pecking order reflects the authoritative qualities of Capricorn, as those born at this time often value authority and may hold it themselves. Capricorn individuals, like the snow goose, can be practical and meticulous in their authority, but such focus on their pursuits might cause them to become disconnected from their emotions. For this reason, the snow goose or Capricorn individual can benefit from learning the wisdom of the Flicker, found in the south on the medicine wheel.
Otter And Aquarius
People born under the constellation of Aquarius can be logical, independent, and somewhat eccentric. They are also very sociable but are neither followers nor leaders, as they do not attach themselves too much and prefer the freedom that detachment offers. In Native American tradition, this independent, friendly energy is represented by the otter totem, found in the north on the medicine wheel. As a creature, the otter is known for its playful nature. The otter raises its young in a lively home that balances work and play. The interpretations of Western astrology and Native American astrology differ slightly. In Native American tradition, the otter individual forms strong attachments, just like their animal counterpart, who mourns the loss of a young or partner. In both Western and Native American tradition, these individuals are considered unconventional, as the otter does not follow the typical pattern of its family, the weasel. For many, this alternative outlook on life is refreshing, but it can also have its limits. Some individuals born at this time may find it hard to belong to society, and for this reason, the pride and expressive nature of the Salmon personality, found in the south on the medicine wheel, can teach the Otter much.
Wolf And Pisces
People born under the constellation of Pisces can possess a high degree of sensitivity and intuition. They can be so sensitive to the people or environment that they immerse themselves in that they can lose themselves to others. Native American tradition sees these individuals as possessing qualities similar to the Wolf. The Wolf has traditionally earned a reputation as a hunter. However, the wolf in its natural environment is also a very sensitive creature that depends deeply on its relationship to a permanent mate. Like their animal counterpart, individuals born at this time can be devastated if a long-term relationship ends. Wolf people, found in the north on the medicine wheel, can learn so much from the bear totem found directly opposite, in the south. Although these individuals may experience some suffering through losing themselves to others, they can thrive through discovering their spiritual self. Like their animal totem, the wolf, they can be good hunters. However, these individuals have a hunger not for food but more for a meaning to life and therefore can be hunters of philosophy, religion, or spirituality.
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