Discover the messages of the Skunk and its neighbors!
What can you learn from the wildlife you encounter on an evening walk?
It’s summertime in northern California and it is HOT!
My new routine is to take my dogs (Dazzle and Po) for either a walk or a run at dusk. We venture into the open-space park near our house and either walk or jog along the winding dirt paths as the sun sets.
Each night we encounter different animals.
Whenever we do, I ponder the wisdom of that animal and the spiritual message its appearance might have for me in my life.
Last night, we heard peacocks, saw a deer, and enjoyed watching a family of skunks journeying through the underbrush near us.
The peacocks’ message was clear to me: “Proudly share your message with the world.”
The deer reminded me that I don’t have to choose between standing out and fitting in: “You can do your own thing and be part of the crowd.”
But what was the spiritual message from the skunk family?
Now It’s Your Turn
What message does the skunk have for you? I’d love to hear about it! Please share your insights in the comments!
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2 Comments
Nancy
Hi Dr. Cara,
Before I watched the lovely video, I felt the message related to boundaries and respect. Respecting and honoring each other’s personal boundaries, be they physical, emotional, mental or spiritual.
Skunk is usually docile yet has a potent and protective defense mechanism. I can peacefully coexist alongside you as long as you don’t infringe upon my personal boundaries and threaten harm upon me.
Skunk’s message is so relevant for what is currently occurring. Covid-19 has us “social distancing”, respecting each other’s physical spacial boundaries.
My country (U.S.A.) is extremely divided politically and attacking one another. For me, skunk is saying, You are free to be you and I am free to be me.
I say, Let’s not try to force our beliefs and values upon each other. I am reminded of the story of the 3 monks and the elephant, in that One doesn’t have to be “wrong” for the other to be “right”.
I did not pick up on the loving my body and it’s size. Thank you for that insight❤️. Although I was admiring the beautiful markings of the skunks in the photos.
Sorry this was so long.
Peace, Love & Light,
Nancy
Nancy
Another thought just popped into my head as I was reflecting upon the Skunk’s color markings. One of the most distinguishing traits of the skunk is it’s well known black and white color pattern. With the racial unrest and the resurgence of the Black Lives Matter (BLM) movement, skunk again reminds us that we coexist together as one.
Thanks again!
Peace, Love & Light,
Nancy