Animal medicine
The Gardener is sprinkled throughout with Animal Medicine and Symbols. As Walter, the gardener, says, “pay attention and you pick things up”. If you pay attention, within the story, the Animal Medicine will speak to you. Watch for it and see how its magic captures your imagination and plays out in your life going forward. There is magic everywhere if we simply, “pay attention”.
Dog
Symbol: Loyal Guardian
Represents unconditional love, loyalty, protection, and service. A reminder to trust, remain faithful, and be devoted to your path or loved ones. Niko captures Sabena’s heart with his fierce loyalty and love.
CAT
Symbol: Mystic Seer
Embodies independence, intuition, and mystery. Often seen as a guardian between worlds and a symbol of feminine power and spiritual insight. Cat often reminds us to honor our inner voice and not to rely on others for validation.
BUTTERFLY
Symbol: Soul Transformation
A sign of spiritual rebirth, transformation, and the soul’s evolution. Encourages embracing change and letting go of the past to emerge renewed.
Pied Raven-Black and White
Symbol: Balance of Shadows and Light
A rare omen representing duality, mystery, and spiritual messages from both dark and light forces. Suggests integration of opposites and hidden truths being revealed.
lizard
Symbol: Dream Walker
Symbolizes adaptation, regeneration, and ancient knowledge. Often connected to dreams, subconscious messages, and spiritual vision.
RABBIT
Symbol: Fertile Spirit
Represents fertility, abundance, and swift spiritual growth. Also associated with luck and the need to move quickly with opportunities. Rabbit is known to absorb all our fears.
SNAKE
Symbol: Sacred Shedding
A powerful symbol of transformation, healing, and awakening. It calls for renewal and spiritual growth by shedding limiting beliefs or patterns.
SPIDER
Symbol: Weaver of Fate
Represents creation, destiny, and the weaving of life’s web. Encourages mindful creation of your reality and trusting in divine timing
LADYBUG
Symbol: Joyful Blessing
A bringer of good fortune, happiness, and light-heartedness. Signals that blessings are on their way and reminds you to stay grateful and light in spirit
