Animal Guidance Series: Mongoose Medicine

Today's episode is about a small but powerful animal, the mongoose. It has a long list for such a small animal of things that it symbolizes. optimism, agility, speed, alertness, resistance, opportunism, courage, impatience, rebelliousness, adventurous adaptability, action, impulsiveness, honesty, self-confidence, fearlessness, as well as good luck. A mongoose is a small tropical mammal with a long tail that eats snakes, rats, and bird eggs. They are found mainly in Africa, Southern Europe and Asia. They have non retractable sharp claws, short legs, and are usually brown or grayish in fur. And some species have stripes. They range in size from perhaps a small mouse to as large as a cat. They are one of the few rare animals that are resistant to snake venom. And so, they symbolize luckiness because of it. Mongooses are very adaptable animals and can survive in a variety of different conditions. They're known as opportunists because they'll inhabit the burrow that's made from another animal, rather than building their own. The mongoose looks to be very self-confident and is a brave fighter. 

So call on the mongoose for protection and support & see how mongoose medicine can be part of your daily life with all its benefits! Call on the Mongoose! “Call IT in With Dar”!

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Today's episode is about a small but powerful animal, the mongoose. It has a long list for such a small animal of things that it symbolizes. optimism, agility, speed, alertness, resistance, opportunism, courage, impatience, rebelliousness, adventurous adaptability, action, impulsiveness, honesty, self-confidence, fearlessness, as well as good luck. A mongoose is a small tropical mammal with a long tail that eats snakes, rats, and bird eggs. They are found mainly in Africa, Southern Europe and Asia. They have non retractable sharp claws, short legs, and are usually brown or grayish in fur. And some species have stripes. They range in size from perhaps a small mouse to as large as a cat. They are one of the few rare animals that are resistant to snake venom. And so, they symbolize luckiness because of it. Mongooses are very adaptable animals and can survive in a variety of different conditions. They're known as opportunists because they'll inhabit the burrow that's made from another animal, rather than building their own. The mongoose looks to be very self-confident and is a brave fighter. As previously mentioned, they are resistant to snake venom and therefore symbolizes resistance. Mongooses are animals in action, often impulsive and adventurous. If you can’t stand still for long, the Mongoose spirit could be the reason…the Mongoose might be your power animal. Also, if you are very quick and agile, with fast reflexes when you need them. Or if you enjoy performing for others with intelligence and wit. You're very clear about your life purpose and enjoy pursuing it. That is also the Mongoose spirit. Overall, you are extremely patient, even when people are annoying or toxic. In Native American cultures, the Mongoose is often seen as a symbol of strength, courage, and resourcefulness. The ability to kill snakes, especially the poisonous Cobra was admired in the Native American culture. For many tribes, the Mongoose represents courage, the courage to stand up to danger and the strength to protect one's family. In other Native American cultures, it is seen as a trickster, but still respected for its ability to outsmart its enemies. In Hinduism, the Mongoose is associated with the god Ganesha and is the guardian against scorpions and snakes. In Buddhism, it is seen as a reincarnated monk, returning to Earth to help others achieve enlightenment. In Taoism, it is seen as warding off evil spirits. In Japan, the mongoose is considered to be a national treasure depicted in art and literature. In the West, Rudyard Kipling's story, “Rikki Tikki Tavi” is one of the well-known children's stories as is Disney's” Lion King”, and they show the Mongoose as a symbol of good luck and protection. The mongoose is a popular subject in Celtic art, representing protection and good luck. Brigid The goddess of fire, poetry and healing was often depicted with a mongoose by her side. Mongooses are even kept as pets in Africa, and are a popular subject in their folk tales and stories. Oftentimes a symbol of strength and power, while other times perhaps a symbol of being a trickster. In India, the Mongoose is considered a sacred animal and is offered milk and food. The Mongoose is present in Hawaiian mythology, and is considered to be a
guardian against evil spirits. Mongoose medicine can teach us about courage, tenacity, and resourcefulness. It embodies the fighter spirit and to rise to any challenge. Its adventurous side reminds us to enjoy life and to not take ourselves too seriously. So, call on the mongoose for protection and support & see how mongoose medicine can be part of your daily life with all its benefits! Call on the Mongoose! “Call IT in With Dar”!
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