Oil painting on canvas panel, painted oak timber frame, 2024
Total size 25,5cm/25,5cm/2cm
 
Squirrel Spirit Animal
There is much more than meets the eye in the squirrel and its symbolism: As we look closer and deeper into its hidden meanings, we can find joy, playfulness, and wisdom that can teach us to be more humble in our own lives. As the saying goes, ‘There is more to life than what we can see’ and the spirit of the squirrel shows just how true that is.
 
Symbolism of the squirrel
As with most things, there is no one definition or no one way to see it. Generally, the squirrel represents:
Renewal
Adaptability
Change
Spirit
Playfulness
Resourcefulness
Connection with earth and sky energies
Gratitude
Foresight
 
Symbolism at-a-glance
Squirrels are lovely creatures, and like many other animals, they have their own lore and symbolism. Yet even with all these different lore, there is one common thread of the squirrel running through various cultures. Some have called it the “changer” because of its habits of returning to the same place at the same time every year, only to find that something about it seems different.
With the spirit of the squirrel in our hearts, we too can see beyond our current limitations and break free from the mundane fabrics of life. As we wake up and view life more grounded in ourselves and our environment we find that for once everything seems brighter and easier to understand.
 
A guide to renewal: Time to try something different
The squirrel spirit animal comes to us as a reminder to renew our spirit. Though its physical form is that of a small, furry creature, it is in fact far wiser and more powerful than many people assume. The squirrel spirit animal calls us to be more conscious as we move through life. It wants us to realize that it is not enough to be alive; we must evolve by learning from the lessons of the past and look forward toward the future with an open mind and positive attitude.
It teaches us that we need to shift our perspective and look at things from different angles. This will allow us to shift our own experience so we can see things differently. This creature reminds us not to get stuck in the same pattern or routine, but to try something new.
When the squirrel spirit animal shows up in our life, it reminds us that we all have the ability to shift and change, and there is no reason why we cannot be different than we are now, if we choose to be. It is up to us what we do with this information.
 
Stay positive
The squirrel spirit animal wants us to have a positive outlook on life no matter what is going on around us. This creature could be showing up in our lives because we need to change our perspective. The squirrel will show up when our dreams are being threatened or when someone puts doubt into our minds about what we can do. It is trying to tell us that we have the strength within us to overcome any type of adversity that comes into our lives, and that if we want something enough, then it is possible.
It encourages us to take time for ourselves and allows us the opportunity to discover who we are and what we love about this world. It shows us that we can create the life that we want, if we are willing to learn from our mistakes and try again. It tells us to not give up on our goals, because though it may be hard, there is a light at the end of the tunnel.
 
A master at adaptability
The squirrel shows us that we need to adjust and adapt as situations present themselves. It teaches us that we need to change as things happen, and be like water as it flows around obstacles and changes its shape as needed. It is important to be flexible, accommodating, and pliable. We will find that the more we think outside of the box, and do things differently than we normally would, the happier and more fulfilled we will become.
Another way in which the squirrel has a lesson for us is by teaching us how to be responsive rather than reactive. It shows us how we can respond instead of always reacting; this way we can put our own reactions into perspective before they escalate into larger problems or conflict.
This guide shows us how joyful it is to change, transform and grow in this life. It reminds us that we can be agile, pliable and adapt in order to move in the direction of our dreams. It’s okay to explore, to take risks and try new things. There are no mistakes in this world; everything happens for a reason. The spirit of the squirrel teaches us how take a leap of faith and turn our dreams into reality. It shows us that if we are creative, fearless, and resourceful, then anything is possible.
 
Symbol of playfulness
Squirrels are easily amused and it’s hard to stay in a bad mood in their presence. They also lend themselves well to funny videos on YouTube where they go around eating nuts and not being able to open them. That’s because they embody joy and a kind of energy which make them a symbol of playfulness.
This creature shows us how important it is to play in this life. He teaches us to have fun, to embrace life and be lighthearted. In the eyes of the squirrel, life is a gift and it is important to not take this gift for granted. We must never take ourselves too seriously because this is the best way to miss out on the wonders of life. It encourages us to be spontaneous and have fun.
 
Trust your resourcefulness
The squirrel shows us that each person has the ability to be different than they are, but this requires us to step out of our own lives and explore something new. The spirit of the squirrel is about embracing change rather than fighting it. It is telling us that there is no problem which cannot be solved if we are willing to look for options other than the ones we currently see.
The squirrel shows us that the answers are all around us – it will just take some time to find them. The spirit of the squirrel reminds us that we can create anything we want if we’re willing to put in the effort and explore new ideas and opportunities. The squirrel shows us that it doesn’t matter what status or situation we find ourselves in, because there will always be a way out! Everything comes with a solution because life is full of solutions. If we are willing to seek them out, there is no problem which cannot be solved.
 
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