We have woven tales since the beginning of time, bringing together the qualities of other living creatures into our own world. We spin stories of wonder in nature, adding our own twist of morals as we combine our human nature with the traits found in the world around us.
During my visit to Australia many years ago one of the many adventures we wove into our trip was a visit to Phillip island in the southern tip near Melbourne, to see the fairy penguins. This day trip was well worth it, giving us opportunity to see the penguins up close in their natural setting. The . . . → Continue Reading: Fairy Penguins – The Hummingbird of the Penguin Family
Every species of birds seems to have it’s own descriptive name. We have a flock of geese, and a venue of vultures, thought vultures have also been known as a “committee”. Buzzards in a group are known as a wake.
How is it that Hummingbird Shaman talks of cats, isn’t that a bit contradictory to talk of one who looks in so predatory a way at our winged friends? There are no cats in my own household, but when I travel and stay with friends along the way I am often sharing space with their . . . → Continue Reading: The Cat Upon My Lap – Together We Shall Journey
The totem spirit of the falcon has come into my inner circle lately, with individuals asking about the symbolic meaning when they see the falcon in their meditation or dreams. Recently as I returned to my host’s home from an afternoon walk a peregrine falcon was spotted on a branch hanging over the house.
The day was one of exploration, not of nature in the sense of trees and animals, but in human nature. It was the day of the Banff film festival in a local town, and as we walked the streets in anticipation we came upon shops of all nature as well.
Travel anywhere in the world and you will find ancient cultures who have honored animals as totem spirits. Even those who claim that they have no ties to old-world culture still admire strength and courage. Look around and you will see sports teams named after powerful animals. Vehicles bear names that have endured as choice . . . → Continue Reading: Animal Spirits and Power Animals
Since the beginning of time we have watched birds in flight, admiring this ability that humans do not possess, at least not in nature. Mankind has since mimicked the design of wings in an attempt to acquire this powerful yet graceful avian ability.
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Author Estee Taschereau brings over 30 years of introspect and spiritual studies to guide individuals to their own light through healing sessions, workshops and writings.
"One of our greatest tools is the story. As we step outside our comfort zone and day-to-day perceptions we expand our consciousness in ways that express the depth of our soul". Hummingbird Shaman is an expression of taking that step, and seeing our world and our selves in a new light. It is only through our divinity that we Walk with Wings™"
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