The Serpent Native American Birth Totem October 23 to November 22 |
Nature: A Time of Dath and Transformation Wind: West Wind Animal Totem: Serpent Strength: Determination Element: Water Weakness: Rigidity Clan: Frog |
The Animal Totem: In our culture Serpent is often viewed with repulsion, while in many other cultures she commands a great deal of respect. They view the Serpent as a symbol for transformation and renewal. This is possibly due to the animal's ability to shed its skin. The Serpent has also been seen as the protector of the mysteries of life who saved the secret wisdom from the reach of those who were not ready to reveive it. Hypnotic, piercing eyes are typical for Serpent. The Element: Serpent is influenced by the element water, which symbilizes deep emotions and unconscious, spiritual needs. Serpent people are keen observers and have the ability to recognize deep psychological undercurrents in other people. The Clan: Serpent belongs to the Frog clan, which is also connected to the element water. Members of this clan are capable of very deep and intense emotions. Their strength is there good judgement and intuition. People can hide little from them. If they should try, Serpents will dig as long as it takes to find out what is going on. This makes them experts of the soul, who may not be well liked by everybody. The Wind: During the period from October 23 to November 22 the wind blows from the West. The West Wind stirs us toward introspection and spirituality. The energies of life and nature do not push outward anymore but rather inward into the emotional and spiritual sphere. Hidden and secret matters want to be discovered and acknowledged. In this sense, Serpents are realistic. Serpent Character: People born under the sign of the Serpent often have an entrancing gaze. They are enigmatic and unfathomable, which makes them fascinating as well as attractive and formidable. Serpents always want to know more then what their eyes can see. That accounts for the fact that many of them are explorers and researchers. However, they are not necessarily interested in scientific matters. They also delve into psychology, mysticism, and magic. They are particularly attracted to people and situations that are obscure, ambiguous, and dark. They eagerly dig into mysteries until they can solve them. Serpents are also very competitive, determined, and persistent. They pursue their goals vigorously and with logic. They never give up, even when they have reached their capacity, and sometimes they push beyond it. They are neither easy on themselves nor on others, which sometimes makes dealing with them difficult. On the other hand, one can count on their support when others have long since thrown in the towel. Serpent people are true survivors, who often live between extremes. They can raise themselves to great heights but also fall into deep apathy. Others trust that they can set heaven and hell in motion. Their keen observations always allow them to get to the point. Love: While Serpents are capable of very intense emotions and profound love, they also seem hesitant to reveal their love. This can be rather distressing for a parner, who must be patient and able to tolerate the ensuing tension until Serpent has gained trust and feels ready. When that happens, however, love can be intense, even ecstatic. Serpents are very reliable. They will go through thick and thin with a partner. The marriage vow "until death do us part" is taken literally. Like their animal totem, Serpents devour their love object skin and all--which is why some call them possessive and jealous. Indeed, this tendency is not to be overlooked. Sometimes this can be burdensome and counterproductive, and eventually undermine the relationship. Serpents should practice more tolerance and learn to let go, so that love and passion do not turn into a source of frustration. Career: Serpents pursue the goals of their profession and their work without reservation. They are very competitive, persistent, and usually quite competent. They are highly engaged and committed to their duties and tasks. Serpents are invaluable as co-workers or bosses because they can find the weaknes in any system with a deadly accuracy as well as the remedies to deal with them. In the heat of battle, Serpents often tend to resort to seemingly unfair methods. But they usually have good sense and enough expertise to make such action unnecessary. Serpents feel most comfortable in research positions. Vitality: Sometimes Serpents control their emotions so much that it robs them of their vitality. This often affects the stomach and digestive system, particularly when stress is involved. People born under the sign of the Serpent should let their energies flow readily and freely to avoid blockages that can, among other things, cause them to become aggressive. The Young Serpent: Young Serpents develop a strong personality early. This child is active, interested, and eager to learn. He starts to discover life and test boundries very early. He also begins early to experiment with toys, self, and with his parents. This demands that his parents have a great deal of child-rearing know-how. It also presents certain dangers. Knives, forks, scissors, candles, and matches should be out of reach until the child is mature and sensible enough to use them responsibly. School and learning usually are usually a real joy for Serpent children because they help satisfy his curiosity. But teachers will ofen be caught short because of this child's probing questions. Serpent children are interested in more than the ABC's or 1 + 1 = 2. In the face of unfairness, young Serpents quickly show an active and energetic side and fight not only for themselves but also for other students, correcting what they believe to be wrong. The result is that young Serpents are often elected to be leaders of their peers, like class president. This child certainly is self-sufficient and able to cope with life. He will find his way. However, difficulties arise when puberty begins and sexuality becomes a factor. Adolescent Serpents may explore these new dynamics all too precociously and intensely. Thats why it is important for young Serpents to deal with these early experiences carefully. |
The Serpent and His or Her Partner |
Serpent and Falcon Serpent is a person with deep and passionate emotions. Inside the Falcon also burns a bright fire with strong emotions and great passion. While this may at first look like a perfect union, there is a fly in the soup. The emotions of Serpent are held deep within the soul, and those of the Falcon are expressed more outwardly and spontaneously. Sparks will fly. Serpent and Beaver Serpent and Beaver constitute two opposing poles, which can give both a chance to meet in the middle and forge an enviable unit. But doing so is not all that easy. The opposing tendencies and needs require a high degree of tolerance and acceptance. Serpent and Deer The emotional Serpent would love nothing more than to snag the emotional side of Deer and claim him for her own. But Stag will resist any pressure quickly and skillfully. This will leave a drop of bitterness: that of unrequited love. Over the long haul, neither partner will be satisfied. Serpent and Woodpecker Since Woodpecker. like Serpent, belongs to the element water, neither will find it difficult to forge an intimate relationship, particularly since theirs rests on a strong emotional foundation. Serpent and Woodpecker, who find in each other everything they have searched for, will never let go. Serpent and Salmon Whenever the elements water and fire meet, one must be prepared for a few difficulties and misunderstandings. With the proud and domineering Salmon and the ruthlessly honest Serpent, friction is almost guaranteed. Both tend to be jealous and possessive, so finding a solution to any difficulties is hard for them. Serpent and Brown Bear The above scenario does not occur when Serpent meets Brown Bear. The later is accommodating, and able to appreciate the Serpent's sensitivity, steadfastness, and dependability. The fact that Brown Bear carefully holds back many of his deepest feelings could invigorate the relationship, because Serpent thrives on challenges--especially emotional ones. Serpent and Raven Corressponding to the element water, Serpents' emotions are as deep as the ocean, and they love to pull their partner down into the very emotional depths they experience. Ravens, however, do not always feel very comfortable in that sphere (they fear drowning) and will, to a great degree, hold back emotionally. It will be difficult, even impossible, to create a fullfilling relationship. Serpent and Serpent Two Serpents could fall under each other's spell--physically, emotionally, and intellectually. Their profound connection may well be for life. Their emothions can be so deep that they are sometimes painful. Their intensity and passion are enviable. But such strong passions and the tendency to be jealous can also cause problems. Serpent and Owl Serpents and Owls are unlikely to fall immediately into each other's arms, even though Owls are by nature spontaneous and euphoric. But contraditions within such relationships do exist, and in the beginning, these contraditions may stand in the way of happiness. If, however, Serpent is able to be less possessive, and if Owl exercises the tolerance that she is capable of, nothing will stand in the way of forging a constructive and intensive relationship. Serpent and Goose Serpent and Goose love to get to know each other because they are both drawn by the element water, though Goose is governed by earth. While both have a tendency to control their deeper feelings, the sensual and passionate flame that burns between them will strengthen and deepen their relationship. A union between Serpent and Goose promises to be very successful--in love and at work. Serpent and Otter Serpent is influenced by the element water, and Otter is influenced by the element air. So, the two approach each other with mixed feelings because they live in such different worlds. Great tolerance might be required from both, perhaps more than they are able to give. Serpent and Wolf The sensitive and accommodating Wolf might just hit the bull's-eye with Serpent, and visa versa. Both belong to the element water, and both live in such rich emotional worlds that their shared emotional depth guarantees a strong foundation and an indestructible bond. In addition, Wolf will quickly win Serpent's trust. The End |
