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Left to right, Great Horned Owl, Mossy Branches Spotted Owl, and Screech Owl by Robert Bateman Courtesy of Snow Goose Gallery. |
The Owl Native American Birth Totem November 23 to December 21 |
Nature: A Time of Hibernation Wind: West Wind Animal Totem: Owl Strengths: Idealism, Wisdom Element: Fire Weakness: Being Overbearing, Restlessness Clan: Hawk |
The Animal Totem: Owl is a creature of the night. In ancient cultures this imposing bird was the symbol for wisdom and knowledge. A keen observer, with sharp and alert eyes, the Owl operates and catches her prey in darkness. She has uncanny accuracy and misses nothing. Sometimes the Owl gives the impression of being bored and indifferent, sometimes interested and wise, as though she were above all worldly things. The Element: Owl people are influenced by the element fire, an element symbolizing spontaneity, enthusiam, and idealism. However, in Owls, fire does not burn wildly and uncontrolled. It glows quietly and softly. The power of fire is used to acquire spiritual knowledge. The Clan: Owl belongs to the Hawk clan, which makes Owl people levelheaded and farsighted. They strive for deeper understanding. The driving force behind them is a quiet and lasting inner fire. In order to acquire more knowledge, members of the Hawk clan, and particularly Owl, are willing to pursue any adventure or challenge that life offers. Owls grow and mature with their tasks. The Wind: During the time between November 23 and December 21 the wind blows from the West. This is a time of long nights and introspection. Nture also pulls back, preparing for the long winter. But nature's stillness only affects things on the surface. Hidden underground, inside trees, and below the snow, much is happening. In nature as well as in the human soul, this is when new ideas are born from nights dark and obscure. Owl Character: With the elements fire, Owl people have an enduring strength that allows them to follow their high ideals and formidable goals. This is why people often think of them as haughty and arrogant. That does not bother Owl people. They know that there is more between heaven and earth than logic and materialism. They strive for a deeper understanding and a more profound truth. This is why Owl can be so committed to her ideals. She has plenty of enthusiam and little difficulty inspiring others. She has great difficulty tolerating narrow-mindedness and restrictions. Owl people need a lot of freedom and independence to pursue their goals. After all, the world is a place much in need of improvement. A missionary zeal is not uncommon among Owels, and sometimes they overdo it and appear to be know-it-alls. I any case, Owls love a good debate because during intense conversations ideas can be exchanged and new insights and attitudes developed. Generally speaking, Owls are open and very direct, sometimes to the point of tactlessness. Owls must learn to accept different opinions and idea. Love: Owls are adventurous and excited about life in general and love in particular. They need an intellectual and emotional dialogue. Owls love to flirt, engaging the opposite sex in intense conversations for no other reason than to test that person's attitude. If a spark is ignited, passion is not far behind. The intimate life with an Owl partner is exciting and adventurous. However, people born under the sign of the Owl are slow to make a commitment. That would mean loss of their freedom and independence--something quite frightening for Owls. As in the case of Falcon or Salmon, it is important that love and relationships do not lose their attraction. Once the dynamics in a relationship become routine, Owl may wander. And a new flirtation often leads to new adventures. Owl's partner must remain interesting and stimulating. Of course, that's easier said than done Career: People born under the sign of the Owl have many talents and can work successfully in many professions. The most important criteria for a satisfying and fulfilling career, however, are that they can work independently and have decision-making power. Owls are unable to thrive in subordinate positions. In addition, they are not very good at taking and carrying out orders without being able to analyze them. Thanks to their power of persuasion, they make very good salespeople and publishers. But they also do well as lawyers, law clerks, and judges. Owls delight in teaching in universities, and many become theologians or clerics and politicians intent on creating a better world. These professions draw Owls because knowledge--or better yet wisdom--and reforming the world remain very close to their heart. Vitality: For Owls the most vulnerable physical areas are the hips, thighs, and ankle joints, which are more sensitive than for people born under other signs. They would do well to avoid overexertion, particularly in athletic activities. Owls have a penchant for food and drink, which may lead to weight gain and liver problems. Since they always draw on seemingly unlimited resources, moderation does not come easily to them. But for the sake of their health they should exercise more discipline, controlling what and how much they eat and drink. The Young Owl: Young Owls are energetic, enterprising, social butterflies. Full of life, they have a refreshing, positive attitude that puts everybody around them in a good mood. They are a delight for parents, provided that they treat their young Owls as equal partners. However, Owls can also be very demanding. Unlike many other children, they are especially curious and often ask: "Why?" or "How come?" Sometimes parents are hard put to find plausible answers or explanations. If the reply is not believable, heaven help them! Young Owls can be very indignant. This highly energetic and active cji;d needs a lot of space for playing and romping about, and parents would do well to channel some of the young Owl's energy into sports-related activities. In addition, this child needs to be able to be outside, where he can have a chance to use his adventurous spirit to explore and discover the world. If possible, parents should provide a pert. Owl children are caring and devoted animal lovers. In general, young Owls love to learn, provideed that the subject in interesting and the teacher not boring. They love activities with other children in small groups and usually appoint themselves, in a pleasant way, the leader. Owls are full of ideas and suggestions. Young Owls mature relatively early ad are well ble to stand on their own two feet. |
The Owl and His or Her Partner |
Owl and Falcon The element fire rules this relationship. This means that not only is there good cooperation between both, but that Owl and Falcon have a spontaneous and genuine exchange of feelings. One is almost tempted to declare them a dream couple. They enrich each other, and together they can do almost anything to which they set their minds. Falcon gladly supports Owl's idealistic endeavers. Owl and Beaver Owl and Beaver do not always get along. When steadfast and deliberate Beaver meets Owl, Owl often feels restricted. Beaver often finds it diffilculty to understand Owl's bold and idealistic dreams. This is reason enough for them not to rush to the alter too fast. Owl and Deer Initially, Owl and Deer will like each other, since fire and air, their respective elements, compliment each other. Both seek knowledge, activity, and sociability. But on closer inspection, a few contradictions, which can only be overcome with tolerance and much hard work, will be apparent. Owl should try to be less exacting, and Deer should try to approach things more seriously. Owl and Woodpecker Owl and Woodpecker have a few differences to overcome if they chose to be a couple. An important requirement to a lasting relationship is goodwill. Woodpecker often prefers to keep Owl home, which she won't like at all. If Owl's freedom and independence are seriously restricted, she will take off. Owl and Salmon Both Owl and Salmon belong to the element fire. A harmless flirtation could quickly turn serious, as long as Salmon, in his generosity and openness, can bring himself to understand the idealism and flights of fancy typical for Owl. Furthermore, if Salmon keeps his jealous streak in check, nothing will stand in the way of a passionate and enduring love relationship. Owl and Brown Bear Brown Bear and Owl's relationship is unlikely to be passionate and enduring. Brown Bear relies more on facts than fancies, and Owl spends his life searching for truth and questioning reality. Only if both are able to understand the interests and views of the other can this relationship grow. Owl and Raven Owl and Raven can be a good team, which is as interseting as it is spirited. Since Raven intellectually open and able to see things and ideas realistically, he can act as a motivator as well as an advisor. Also, Owl's entrepreneurial spirit and Raven's sence of adventure are promising criteria for happiness and harmony. Owl and Serpent Fire and water are elements that do not go together. Owl seeks high ideals and is attracted by intellectual pursuits. Serpent, on the other hand, is more at home in the deep and mysterious world of the soul. Misunderstandings won't be long in coming. Both are willing explorers, and this could help bridge the different worlds in which they live. Owl and Owl Two Owls together! What an exciting and fascinating relationship this could be, ruled by the element fire. A double dose of idealism and engagement can propel this pair. They are also unbeatable when it comes to making plans. Ideally, each will pay attention to the needs of the other and thereby maintain a happy love relationship. Owl and Goose Here Owl will probably bang his head against a brick wall. The sensible, realistic, and disciplined Goose will bring Owl back to the hard facts of reality. The result usually is frustrating. But if Owl is able to be convincing. Goose will provide an unconditional and reliable support. Owl and Otter Owl and Otter like each other immediately. Both are made for love-at-first-sight. Both are very competitive, each trying to come up with the best idea, the most outrageous adventure, and the most humanitarian views. Thiers will be a relationship in which both parents positively influence the other's personal development. Owl and Wolf This combination is likely to be burdened with many difficulties. The elements water and fire require that both Owl and Wolf work hard at their relationship. The question is: Are they both willing to make the effort? At best, this will be a relationship based on tolerance and acceptance and that may not be enough for both. The End |
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