Turtle Spirit Animal
Turtle Symbolism
The turtle symbolism is characterized by the association with the Earth and earth symbols of groundedness and patience:
- Symbol of the world, of the Earth
- Ability to stay grounded, even in moments of disturbances and chaos
- Slowing down, pacing yourself
- Determination, persistence
- Emotional strength and understanding
- Ancient wisdom
The turtle is also linked to the spirit of the water and the fluid nature of emotions.
Turtle totem teachings for walking your path
The turtle totem symbolizes our peaceful walk on this earth. It represents the path we take as we embark on our journey through life. In contrast to emotional or spiritual development occurring in bursts, the way of the turtle anchors our personal unfolding in a slow, more grounded series of steps and longer cycles of transformation.
The turtle is associated with our physical and embodied evolution on the earthly plane. Call this spirit animal for help to be more grounded. You can also get help slowing down and pacing yourself, so you can take your next step with more confidence.
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The turtle and ancient wisdom of the Earth
The American continent is referred to as “Turtle Island” in the Native American folklore. It is said that the Turtle carried the weight of the land of that continent on her back. This image is also present in Hindu and Chinese cultures, where the turtle is the animal carrying Mother Earth and holding the world in balance.
Having the turtle as totem means that you have an affinity with the ancient wisdom of the earth. You are naturally tuned into the elements, land, plants, people and animals. You carry your home on your back figuratively speaking and feel at ease wherever you are.
The turtle totem and determination
The wisdom of the turtle totem teaches us about determination and staying strong despite obstacles or distractions. This animal encourages those who have it as totem to listen deeply to their guidance and trust their path no matter what.
It is a great helper for those who need to provide a steady effort and persistence. You can call on the wisdom of the turtle when you need help to sustain your efforts and succeed in a long-lasting endeavor. By analogy with the biological attributes of this animal characterized by a long life, this spirit animal is also associated with longevity.
If you have the turtle as spirit animal, you may be inclined to base your decisions on a deliberate process of reviews and considerations. It may sometimes take you longer than most to make your move, but the results tend to be long-lasting and solid.
The turtle and the way of peace
The turtle represents the way of peace – whether it’s external or internal. It is considered as the Peace-Maker in Native American traditions. This animal is also often associated with the feminine principle or feminine energy, which foster peace and harmony with all things.
Being inspired by the wisdom of the turtle totem, you can slow down when you feel you are getting overwhelmed by a situation or emotions and rest to gain a more grounded perspective. This spirit guide can assist you in taking time for yourself to better integrate all the aspects of a given situation or issue.
Dreaming About Turtles
Turtles are known for taking it slow……real slow! If turtle shows up in your dreams, it may be telling you it’s time to slow down for a while. Are you moving too fast? Pushing too hard?
The turtle also has a hard shell that it retreats into when presented with danger. If your dream turtle is hiding in its shell, it could be a warning that danger is approaching. However it could also be a message about coming out of your shell. In what ways have you been hiding? It may very well be time for you to come out and share your gifts with the world!
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Whenever I see the same animal(s) popping up in my life in different ways, I meditate on it, snd often come online to get further insight. Yesterday it was sea turtles. I have a longterm connection with sea turtles, living near the coast where they nest– I even bought a painting from a local artist for my son’s room depicting a sea turtle cararrying a baby angel on its back. I painted the wings out, because I wanted the baby to represent my son, newly on earth with me (the sea turtle) sharing my home to provide his ground as I navigate the waters and carry him. But yesterday the teacher in our homeschool co-op told a long story about a real stufstuffedy sea turtle caught by poachers, and after that day a small (fake) stuffed baby turtle we purchased a year ago at a rescue aquarium in the keys showed up in my laundry. Baby sea turtles are in danger and alone, struggling to follow the paths of their mothers using internal instinct while dodging predators… one sea turtle was caught, killed, and remembered to inspire positive action, the other is representative of money spent to rescue. This is so applicable to me right now!
I thought that the wolf or owl was more glamorous, but the description of the turtle fits me perfectly. I do, and always have, so adore turtles! All animals, but I have a special affinity for turtles.
SO me
This is me no DOUBT!!!!
Spirt animal
What the fuck is this
Go away
A lack in peaceful vernacular encroaching on natures divine example of maintaining the highest levels of genuine harmony. May the peace of love find you maturing in truth of patients; before a keeper of the peace seeks balance.
Awesome self Peace
I can totally indentitfy with the turtle.it embodies my spirit and soul. Peaceful. Down to earth.care for nature and people absolutely. I am happy.
Do you see my freakin name? I am happy as Hades right now!
Jk that’s not my real name, it’s just the username I use everywhere…
Wow, I took the quiz on a lark. I didn’t even know what animals were possible. It really nailed my spirit and the explanations are very timely for where I am now. Go figure!!! Turtle it is.
Hell yea Rachel don’t stop
Queer
Shut up….
Just found out I’m a turtle,so very happy because I was always drawn to them and felt very connected even referring myself as one because I’m so slow with everything I do, how amazing that nothing is ever by chance. Thank you so much
Are you autistic?
Are you an ass? #yourspiritanimalisanasb
Move along—->
I was given years ago by my best friend a small clay stone with a turtle relief. I’ve kept it in my wallet since then. I took the quiz and immediately connected to the turtle, having no idea of its meaning in relationship to myself. But it all makes sense. I have a home on the ocean and besides loving mermaids, turtles are always popping up in my life; as in literally crossing my path, where I need to carry them to safety or stay and make sure they make it to the brush without getting carried away or crushed by a car.
No one gives a fuck.
Lots of people give a fuck no one gives a fuck about you fool.
Are you an ass? #yourspiritanimalisanasb
Move along—->
Well, hi nobody. Bye nobody.
Are you an ass? #yourspiritanimalisanasb
Move along—->
Why did you even come here???
That’s cool. ????
Thats really beautiful. I had a friend give me a necklace with a turtle pendant. I’m really in love with the realization of my spirit animal being the turtle. It describes my persona almost too perfectly.
Debi you clearly have a beautiful soul!! Thank you for sharing what was well worth reading!!
Cool I love turtles, I was kinda aiming for the cat one though