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Old 23-02-2015, 05:46 PM
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Totem vs spirit animal

Hi guys,
What is a totem animal and spirit animal, and how are they different? I've searched around, but the descriptions are long and often the terms seem to be used interchangeably. Thanks!

Edit: Oh, and animal guides too
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Old 23-02-2015, 06:16 PM
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A Spirit animal is one presenting itself to you from the spirit world, so yes, It is used interchangeably with the other 2. A Totem Animal is one that represents you as a whole, part of your being, part of the totem called "you". Whereas an animal guide is one that comes upon yo to bring a message, or teach a lesson. They will come and go throughout your life.
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Old 04-03-2015, 03:50 PM
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A Spirit animal is one presenting itself to you from the spirit world, so yes, It is used interchangeably with the other 2. A Totem Animal is one that represents you as a whole, part of your being, part of the totem called "you". Whereas an animal guide is one that comes upon yo to bring a message, or teach a lesson. They will come and go throughout your life.

Thanks! So i gather that spirit animal is an umbrella term for the other two? Is it possible for the totem animal to change as my personality/strengths&weaknesses/lifestyle changes? Or is it something that we are born with and die with? Have animal guides ever been noted to have spoken in human language? Or is it just a feelings and intuition based guidance. Thanks again
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Old 04-03-2015, 04:55 PM
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From what I understand, there's a strong chance that one animal we be with you for life, but no guaruntee. Others will come & go depending on what you need.
Animal guides, also need to be honoured from what I've read. They are not at your beck & call, or will not love you unconditionally like a human spirit guide. You need to earn their respect & guidance. This is something I've yet to put to the test, or experience for myself though.
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