TRADITIONAL SYMBOL is the Crab… a strong defender of home and territory. When they use their powerful claws to hold on to something, it is often difficult for them to let go, unless they want to. The Crab outgrows its’ shell many times and must emerge out of the old one, for its’ new suit of protection to grow. They are the nurturers, holding the frequencies of Love.
RULING PLANET: MOON – You are a person of deep sensitivity and possess the gift of “feeling/knowing”. You are a nurturer and very protective of loved ones. As the Moon reflects the Sun, you likely prefer to be “behind the scenes”, so to speak.
Challenge: Intimacy (into-me-see) allowing love in and allowing others “to carry their own cross” or burden.
Motto: “I Feel” what needs to be done!
Water sign: fountains and natural waters, such as lakes, rivers, the ocean and hot mineral baths are essential for your sign. There is a tendency to “absorb” others’ “stuff” and this is an excellent way of release. Emotions run deep and issues that may challenge: facing situations directly and “head on”, rather than side stepping back and forth. Acknowledging vulnerabilities (tender meat inside with hard outer shell) opens communication with others & allows the flow of giving and receiving love energy.
Animal Guide: Flicker – A member of the woodpecker family. Inspires you to keep “pecking” away until you get the desired results. Flicker is watchful and aware of its surroundings – the protector; unconditional love sounding the “alarm” when danger is near. Heart-shaped designs on it’s feathers remind of the universal heartbeat we all share.
Medicine Wheel Clan: Frog (Water) – You may find yourself just “hanging out”, watching the clouds or listening to the water fall. Frog is rarely in a hurry and will always help out if asked, but usually won’t volunteer. You love fantasy and possess”dream-like” characteristics with a vivid imagination. As frog “ribs” for the rain to come, you too must speak up when you want something. Holding in emotions ‘dams up” the flow… frog loves fresh water and prefers the quiet, peaceful pond.
Plant: Wild Rose – the medicine of relaxation, peace and joy. Contains vitamins C, A & E for stomach, flu and colds.
Direction of Power: SOUTH – this is a place of trusting, innocence and a sense of humor. You probably enjoy playing “practical jokes”. Family/communications are priorities. Face the South, receive Trust.
Body parts: womb, stomach and breasts. Teachings of “healthy” boundaries and other peoples “baggage” is one of the lessons here. Symbolically this represents things you just can’t “stomach”, carrying others burdens or “weaning” those that cling. Gift:freedom from feeling responsible for anyone other than yourself first. When you carry the “cross” for someone else, you get the muscles… they don’t get the lesson and they must then repeat it until they do get it! Unconditional Love is your gift.
Power colors: Silver – invokes Moon energy, increasing intuition and “feeling knowing”. Pink (mauves) nurtures the heart and gently heals emotions.
Power stone: Star rose quartz – heart shaped assists in forgiveness and joy. Ruby – is for courage and strength, balancing survival fears with personal power.
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