Our Animal Totem: The Majestic And Powerful Polar bear.
Polar Bear
We chose the Polar Bear as a symbol for the Building A Better Planet logo.
The Polar Bear has become a world wide symbol for climate change. Our human impact is creating a different landscape and it has brought the majestic Polar Bear in an endangered position. The Polar Bear showed us the negative impact our way of life has on the natural world and all its inhabitants around us.
We humans are not alone on this planet, we get to share it with species who were here first and build millions of years of ecosystems for us. Their work, is the reason why we can breath air and are able to live here today. We have tremendous respect for nature and its inhabitants. They have found ways to live in balance with one another. There is no over-consumerism in the natural and animal world. They take what they need and everyone in the collective benefits. For us they are true teachers and we can learn a lot from them.
Polar Bear Symbolism
Every animal has significance in this world as well as something powerful to teach us. When the polar bear enters your life, you have a powerful guardian. You can rely on this companion to acquire the power of endurance. The Polar Bear is a symbol for a period of reawakening.
The Inuit have a close affiliation with Bear Spirit as a powerful soul. Bears stand and walk as humans do, which leads to the belief that they may reincarnate as Shamans or deeply spiritual people. Other stories say these great white Bears accompany souls to their next destination.
The Polar Bear will help you grow into a stronger person. It will remind you that you are capable of handling adversity more successfully. And with the help of this friend, you’ll realize that you’ll become more bold and fearless, as the Polar Bear is a tower of strength in your life. One you can depend on for physical and emotional support. The Polar Bear reminds us to not compromise on our morals. You are able to uphold your values amidst the toughest of critics.
In Northern realms, some identify the Bear as the God Tornaurssuk. The deity oversees the start in any portion of life representing considerable change. There are rituals dedicated to Tornaurssuk; this means that Polar Bear, as a Guiding Spirit, is perfect when you face dramatic transitions in your life, especially at the outset of a new spiritual path.
Light Workers believe Polar Bears know where the Earth’s Ley Lines are, and the bears follow them as they move. Polar Bear is a visionary and Shaman, always moving toward the Cardinal Direction of North and a place of power. Bear’s intuitive navigation abilities make the creature a very favorable Spirit Animal and Guide, especially when you are moving through unknown waters.
As a Shaman, Polar Bear knows well the path between the worlds. The Bear can guide you and keep you safe in your journey.