This episode of our animal symbolism, folklore and characteristics of animal series, A - Z, highlights the squirrel, a small to medium size rodent, found all over the world. In over 280 species. They are highly adaptable and the ground squirrel, flying squirrel and tree squirrels are the most common types. All in all, squirrels symbolize resourcefulness, preparedness, sociability, problem solving abilities, relationship building, balance and learning new skills. The squirrel is an inquisitive and clever problem solver demonstrating ingenuity and determination in finding solutions. Their presence can encourage you to look at life's challenges in a new way. They are enthusiastically bursting with energy squirreling around scurrying around preparing their nests. Squirrels can teach us preparedness. They communicate with chatter and a flick of their tail, often playing and working well with others. Humans can teach a squirrel to trust them, or vice versa. Squirrels will patiently wait for repetitive encounters. Squirrels always have a backup plan. They never store all of their nuts in the same location. They don't put all of their eggs in one basket so to speak. They also tend to be over prepared, gathering supplies for future needs, way more than they need. symbolizing abundance. It is interesting that squirrels forget some of the places that they hide things, but those forgotten treasures benefit other animals like chipmunks and Blue Jays. Squirrels have long held a spiritual significance in various cultures and belief systems. In Native American folklore, they are often seen as messengers from the spirit realm. Some tribes believe that squirrels possess heightened intuition, acting as guides and protectors for humankind. In Norse mythology, there is a mischievous creature named Rata tasker, who is a messenger that runs up and down the World Tree of Life, connecting heaven and earth. In Celtic mythology, squirrels are often associated with sacred trees, believed to protect tree wisdom and magic. Their agility and resourcefulness is highly valued in Celtic culture. A squirrel on a branch is a sign of protection and guidance. In Chinese culture, squirrels are often seen as symbols of prosperity, abundance, good fortune, and well. It is also a sign of good luck and positive energy, fortune and blessings in Japan as well. The squirrel is a reminder to approach life with wisdom and make wise choices. Plan ahead and navigate life's challenges with grace and foresight. So, call in squirrel medicine into your life, call in the squirrel spirit for a more fulfilling world. “Call IT in With Dar!”
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