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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That i have this animal as a spirit animal and it feel so good by having it.
I can slow down and taking my time.
so i have always loved turtles and i go through alot in my life. I am in and out of foster care due to my family and dont ever have real friends for who they are. But have always found peace with turtles. I have two of my own and know that i find it being my spirit animal it all makes since to why turtles have always been a way for me to keep trying and keep moving forward and not give up.
You sound like a wonderful kid!
I wish you all good things, turtle kid!
Dear Turtle Kid,
Your post warms my heart and brings me hope. You are never alone, I just wanted you to know that. Sometimes in life, it can feel that way, but know that you are never alone! You sound like an amazing young person to me. Just keep being YOU! The right people, friends, and teachers will come into your life. Hang in there! You make the world a better place to live in and I am proud of you!
Dear Turtle Kid,
It sounds like the turtle is the right spirit animal for you, because the turtle carries its home with it wherever it goes. Since you are in and out of foster care, how wonderful to always have your REAL home with you wherever you are. Because your REAL home is your spirit,and it sounds like you already know that.
You seem to be headed in the right direction i
Ceart ata Tu ,slan tamaill.D.
The turtle has been my favorite animal through most of my life; so i was very excited to have it as my spirit animal. With the trials I’ve been through I’ve had many people tell me I’m a (emotionally)strong woman. I’ve considered a turtle tattoo in the past, now I will definitely be giving it more thought.
I’m 26 and meditate daily but while deep in meditation the last four days the image of Leonardo the ninja turtle has popped up and refused to budge. It sounds silly but googling it has led me here and snippets of the definition above make sense. I’m just wondering why my mind chose to show Leonardo rather than an actual turtle. Strange.
me too sophie… me too
Very accurate. I have been thinking about and visualizing turtles lately so it makes sense. The universe wanted me to know this. Thanks!!
In a world of ever changing everything, it is refreshing to find that a symbol of peace and unity is an undercurrent thematic element in my life journey. Thank you for your sincere post.
The Turtle us my spirit animal and this could not be more correct. I was reading the turtle spirit animal profile to my boyfriend and he was shocked how accurate it was for me.
The turtle will be my next tattoo.
GO away “ME” this is for reptillian lemurian lovers only!
i am changing animals with my new light of ascension does this happen?
I had two cross my path yesterday. A very blare one who was rolling fast across the road and a tiny one about 50 feet up the road whom we helped across. The large one was smooth and shiny very cool. Last summer we saw a horned tail tortoise–huge almost could ride him
Large- not (blare)
This resonate with me quite well, in all aspects of who I am. Thanks! Many love and blessings.
well upon reading this all I can say is what a truly exacting representation of me …
I had to laugh as most of my life I’ve dealt with chronic thoracic and neck pain, and I’m currently in excruciating thoracic pain now. I know what this all means in a reiki sense!!! And Mother Earth, these two words have been said about me.
But thank you for reminding me, as the turtle totem came up for me whilst beginning to make my own Native American drum. I’ve always known that every dot connected somehow, somewhy, sioner or later. Thank God I have mych patience and yes I’ve also been relaying to a couple of people that I’ve fought hard for some much needed peace in my life, and have finally managed to get there via baby steps