When we get to the nice weather it just seems to start flying by! It's hard to believe it's July! I'm hoping that you are getting quality time with your family and friends and getting to spend some time outside in nature. Keeping in mind to use sun block if we are going to be out in the sun for prolonged periods, we truly need time in nature and the benefits are immense.

Getting our feet in the dirt and on the ground not only brings about a sense of being grounded, but we need to be in nature to absorb the essences of what our amazing human body is built from. We get so much fresh, oxygenated air from the trees, extremely important vitamin D from the sun, minerals through our feet which have the largest pores in our body, a deep sense of belonging to a vastness of our planet, and can see clearly the signs from the Divine specific to our journey when we chose to be present. The list of benefits is much longer than this, but these are some that we can choose to benefit from daily... and can make immense differences in our health, perspective, and overall well-being.  

We've had the pleasure of watching numerous wild animals in the back of the studio at essence lately. A family of groundhogs, baby raccoons, and some beautiful, young deer are just some. The momma groundhog has had 2 litters now by our windows where we get to watch them eat every day and grow. 

The groundhog totem (symbolic meaning) is one of:

Marmot and Groundhog symbols of excavating the truth

Marmot power animal has remarkable talents as an excavator… he digs deep into the ground, creates a den and has a myriad of tunnels with many entrances and exits with the tunnels being up to 50 feet in length, this cavern with it’s many tunnels is what he calls home. This symbolizes to us the need to go deep into meditation, meditating upon a situation until the truth has been revealed to us. Meditating is very healing and nourishing to mind ~ body ~ spirit and Marmot spirit animal has prepared itself, allowing time to rest for self healing and inner nourishment. Excavation can also hold great meaning of bringing to light what has been long hidden, deep secrets being revealed.

Marmot Spirit animal and speaking your truth

The Marmots are very vocal in their ideas and opinions… chirping, barking and squealing loudly to let everyone know just what they have to say. This gorgeous symbolism from this furry little creature to speak your truth, to be unafraid to speak up for yourself, your needs and your beliefs… whenever necessary, loud and clear if needed!

(from: http://www.universeofsymbolism.com/marmot-symbolism.html) 

This is a beautiful example of being in nature and choosing be aware. We are so enjoying watching these little ones and their momma live and grow. I've used the awareness of animal meanings for some time now. It has brought some much clarity and deep awareness to my journey… with a beautiful sense of grounding and connectedness.

Go outside. Smile at the sky. Breathe in the air from our powerful trees. Feel the wisdom and balance of nature. And, watch what comes to you. The Divine/Universe is always assisting us in finding our answers that are deep with us… helping us bring them to the surface of conscious awareness.  

Happy July, everyone! May your days be full of love, peace, joy, and wellness.