
Deck- Animal Spirit Oracle by Kim Krans
I started out using a specific layout and question but then it took a life of it’s own so I’m just going let them stand as they are.
Deer- Earth Element- Loving, Intuitive, Graceful
The deer represents the feminine aspects of Earth energy. That energy is available to all creatures regardless of gender. Deer’s energy is fully present, nurturing and calm. The inner beauty radiates and a sense of grace. A deer personality affects others in this way, drawing them to a quiet tenderness. The deer card may appear when a birth or celebration of a new life draws near… or when a situation calls for absolute gentleness and compassion.
Dragonfly- Air Element- Master of Light, Illusion and the Mind
(It’s made it’s appearance again.)
The Dragonfly is a ancient and ethereal creature that awakens a sense of wonder to us all. The Dragonfly is the symbol of the mind- as it is always moving, shifting, shimmering and changing. When the dragonfly appears, it is worth considering the quality of your mind and perception. Are they restless or still? Dream like or crystal clear? The situation at hand may be different than it appears at first glance.. The Dragonfly reminds us to calm the mind so the light of wisdom can shine through.
Elk- Earth element- Stable, Resilient, Headstrong, the Father
The great Elk represents the Earth element in it’s masculine form. This means it provides underlying support and stability amidst life’s many changes. An Elk personality ( whether male or female) is fully established in themselves and knows their core values. They become known and respected in acting in ways that uphold these values. Sometimes the Elk’s ego can become inflated, but for the most part, they make damn good fathers and mothers, lovers and friends. The world needs more Elk energy.
Notes from me: The Deer and Elk are strong representations of the yin/ yang , male/ female aspects of the world in general and the inside of us specifically. That is when we are in balance when we blend the two. They are of the earth and they ground us. So, what lies in the middle of them? Well, the dragonfly does and they bring their energy of balance to the mind and what see and don’t see. Dragonfly asks us to center ourselves, quiet our minds and really look at a situation. Dragonfly is of the Air element and is about a higher perspective. Ground yourself then take flight. With the grounding energy working as an anchor, we can soar and explore all the things we cannot from the ground but can always come back down when we need to. What a wonderful reading! It uplifted me.
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