Tag Archives: Animal Spirits

Not So Subtle Differences?: Fylgja, Hamingja, and Animal Guides

Posted on September 9, 2011 by

In my spirit work, I encounter a host of entities. That host includes animal spirits as well as beings that are not animals but rather take animal form. The fylgja and hamingja are two strong examples of this from Norse/Scandinavian … Continue reading →

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Barn Owl: Animal Spirit Guide

Posted on September 8, 2011 by

Barn Owls are amazing animal spirit guides. They bring a host of gifts to those with whom they choose to work. Ted Andrews writes at length about attributes of the Barn Owl in Animal Speak. He characterizes Barn Owl as … Continue reading →

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Three Gifts from Crow

Posted on August 27, 2011 by

I have been spending more time outside these days. When I am not on campus, my time out of doors is usually spent at a nearby park or generally strolling through my neighborhood. Two of my most resent strolls yielded … Continue reading →

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Streamlining Altar Space

Posted on July 27, 2011 by

Until recently, I had a separate and distinct altar for almost every spirit or deity I work with. Unfortunately for me, that arrangement left me feeling literally pulled in multiple directions. Some were the tops of chests, of bookcases, or … Continue reading →

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