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Alligator I have spent much of my life enamored with nature and animals. As a child I had two pet Raccoons, while most other children had cats or dogs. Do to my early indoctrination into the animal kingdom and years of study and working with the Native American people it is no wonder animals come to me in visions. This time while in a meditation an alligator came to me. Much can be said about this creature, but I have chosen to highlight some of the pertinent areas that struck me regarding my life as well as many of my client’s lives. The Alligator has walked on Earth mother for millions of years and are known in many myths and lore as the keepers of ancient wisdom. The primal essence reflected in this powerful creature is of destruction and creation. Birth and death in any form are initiations, events that mark the end of one period and the beginning of a new. One aspect of this is the culmination of knowledge on one level and the seeking for newer knowledge on another. Alligators hide themselves in water and mud waiting for unsuspecting creatures to happen by, and then snap. They eat any animal they can swallow and if they cant swallow it; they tear it into bite size pieces. They only eat when they are hungry and do not consume food unnecessarily. Waste is not a part of alligator medicine. These fascinating creatures digest their food slowly. The alligator asks us to remember to be careful about over consumption, and to digest and assimilate all experiences thoroughly before moving forward in haste. Hiding in the water ties the alligator to the emotional body of man. The alligator holds the teachings of the discovery and the release of emotions that are locked beneath the surface. The eyes of the alligator are positioned high on their head allowing them to remain relatively hidden beneath the water and still see above it. Symbolically this hints to clairvoyant abilities. Alligators dig deep burrows when the water is high so that during the dry season they can have a wet alcove to retreat to. These alcoves serve as reservoirs from which other animals can get water. Water is the nectar of life. The sharing of these reservoirs indicates the alligators respect for all life forms. Alligator’s come together only for reproduction. They have distinct individual personalities. Those with this totem are usually loners and only join together in groups when mandatory. Alligator medicine people can be great leaders. They know how to survive in any situation and are strong enough to hold their ground. Alligators teach the art of patience and appropriate timing. They know when to hide beneath the water, peak above it, or take action and snap. The power of alligator is its power to survive. They have no known predators. If alligator shows up in your life or in the dreamtime it might be telling you to take care of yourself and secure your basic survival needs. To encounter an alligator indicates that there will be an opportunity for strong birth and/or initiation that will open new knowledge and wisdom in some area of life. So many of my clients have been inquiring about the intense birthing they are feeling inside. They sense this new wisdom, and at the same time are fearful that this new wisdom could swallow them up if not used carefully or wisely. . . . Is it time to let go of your wants and focus on your needs, those promptings of the soul? What emotions or blocks do you need to release? Have you been ignoring your own intuition and looking outside yourself for answers? Are you able to see that we are all connected in our own unique way to the creative process? Are you taking time for yourself daily to meditate? Are you keeping a journal of your thoughts, feelings, visions and meditations? Are there animal totems that speak to you? I always welcome comments and input from you regarding my articles. I welcome your experiences and would love to share your stories and insights with others. Nameste~ Charlene | |||
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