woodpecker wisdom

Recently I have been questioning the relevance of my blogging. Mine is a sharing of the journey within, while living as lovingly without (that is, out in the world) as I can, in any given moment.

There was a time in my life when I would have opined, and did, about the current events, the current non-events manipulated into events, and the non-existent events crafted out of thin air into events...but our society is abundant in minds much sharper, craftier and more opinionated than mine. 

Now, it is much more natural and interesting to me to observe my external experience as a reflection of my internal reality. Maybe others are interested by my sharing of this journey, maybe not. I am only who I am and where I am and that is the best of what I have to offer.

Here is my offering today:

In the last 24 hours, I spotted 3 Northern Flicker woodpeckers. One actually flew right in front of my car. I acknowledge that these rare sightings in such a brief period of time are an opportunity for me to listen to and to learn what the woodpecker totem has to teach me. From 3 different internet sites I learned:

Those with this totem often find that their path in life won’t always conform to society's standards and that their personal unique rhythm needs to be honored.  Woodpeckers teach us to honor our personal truth and move through life with perseverance and inner strength. By staying grounded in our pursuits our goals can be obtained.

The woodpecker is known as the Earth’s drummer.  Drumming is the heartbeat of Mother Earth and is associated with shamanism and the ability to move into other dimensions at will. For those with this totem the woodpecker represents self discovery. As they peck into and through trees and dead wood, hidden layers of one’s psyche are revealed.

When a Woodpecker totem enters your life,
it indicates that the foundation is there and it is safe to follow through.
It will stimulate new rhythms.
It reflects a wakening of new mental faculties.

Woodpecker reminds us to look within with balance and attention. Woodpecker's call is like the drum beat of the heart, awakening the spirit into action. The key is to live more fully in the moment. His gift is the opportunity to see that we are longing to return to our natural rhythm – in harmony with our path. Woodpecker seeks his own way of being; thus, he teaches us that it is okay to discover truth in our own way.

Thank you woodpecker for the confirmation to continue discovering, embracing and sharing my unique voice and perspectives.