[Ladbarbastirm]

Hi my name is Sandy and I am new to this forum.

I have recently lost a loved one and since his passing I have been visited 3 times by a falcon and one by a heron. I have some native american indian heritage but don't understand what message is being sent to me. Can anyone help me with this?

[soydaykam]

The Heron

The heron is a long legged wading bird. There are about 60 species of heron including several species called egrets. Most egrets have white plumage that is highly prized as ornaments in oriental ceremonies.

Herons are often seen standing motionless, as if in a meditative state, on its long thin legs. This stance symbolizes its ability to maintain balance through proper focus. Its inner foundation is secure although not fixed.

When the heron feeds it stands in water. Its neck is bent in an S shape. The flowing pattern of the letter S reflects the rhythm of this bird. Understanding your personal rhythm and responding to it accordingly is imperative for those with this medicine.

Water is associated with the mysteries of life. It is connected to the emotional body of man. When you see a heron standing in water notice how deep the water is. This depth can symbolize the depth that needs to be explored within self. The deeper you go the more you discover. Whatever is discovered take the time necessary to stand in silent reflection. In this way clarity of understanding is known.

Those with this medicine have strong emotional natures. They feel things deeply and with passion. The challenge here is to keep passionate thoughts and feelings under control in order to maintain a balanced emotional nature. The advantage of this energy indicates the passion and ambition needed to complete tasks and accomplish goals.

Herons are seldom seen flocking together. They are solitary birds that enjoy their own company. Heron medicine people are independent and willing to make changes when the need arises. They do not need a lot of people in their lives. This can sometimes lead to challenges in personal relationships especially if the other person has needs that require constant attention. Maintaining some type of social interaction and not withdrawing from others completely is helpful.

Herons stand out in their uniqueness and know how to take advantage of things and events for their own benefit. By observing the heron, its actions and its lack of action we learn how to perfect out personal flight through life. Herons hold a silent power, their grace, agility and majestic presence reflect balance. This balance is the gift they offer to all who choose to receive it.


Falcon


Mental Speed, Agility
and Grace


Falcon teaches control of speed and movement.
It shows how to recognize opportunities and act upon them at only the correct moment. Watching a Falcon will show you to fully commit and when to act
to achieve success.
People with Falcon totems like to be a position where they can see everything around them. Study Falcon to use your mental facilities more effectively and more patiently
to attain what you most need and desire.

People with a Falcon totem also might want to explore past-life connections;
Kings and royalty handled Falcons and there might be a past life connection.
Totems often come into one lifetime and then stay for many more

[Ladbarbastirm]

Sophia
Thank you so much for the insight and information. I have always been, through out my life, a very spiritually connected person. But since the death of my very dearest friend, I have lost my Balance, Focus and mental awarness of the signs that have always been so clear to me. I can't seem to interpret like I have always been able to and my psyche feels "splintered". I guess the grief is so strong it is inhibiting my abilities.

Your posting has affirmed that to me. I just need help "reconnecting" to my inner space as it may be.

So a big Thank You is coming your way.

Sandy

[soydaykam]

Sandy..I am very sorry for your loss. this may also mean that you need to go somewhere near water and birds and meditate quietly. That your loved one may or will connect with you in a meditative state.

Of course no one can interpret the meaning of these two totems as well as when you look within yourself. Good luck on this .

[Ladbarbastirm]

Yes, I actually live near the beach, but in the summer months it is chaotic. I have tried burning some white candles along with a sage candle in the evening and in the morning outside on my patio when it is still and somewhat quiet. I seem to be blocked. This is the first time I have ever experienced a pshyic block. It is incredibly frustrating. I feel lost and disconnected from my guides.

I just know there is a message from my totems. My inner voice is silent, I haven't even dreamed in nearly 5 weeks. But I will keep trying!!

Thank you for your kindness Sophia

Sandy

[Ladbarbastirm]

I wonder,

you said that the falcon can also indicate past lives or connectins to past lives. I have done extensive work on my family tree for 3 years now, and I actually have an enormous amount of welsh royalty in my tree as well as being in the lineage of Chief Red Bird.

Maybe I should do some research on these branches of my family tree.