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 Wild Earth Animal Essences are similar in manufacture and use to Bach,
FES and other flower remedies except they contain the energy of a
specific species of animal rather than a species of flower. These
remedies are made during a ceremonial process in the wild which
includes attuning with and invoking the spirit of the animal involved.
The resulting liquid contains the energy of the animal but does not
contain any animal parts. (No animals are captured or harmed in the
development of these essences.) When one takes an animal essence,
it is the consciousness of the animal that interacts with our own
consciousness. This interaction occurs in a gentle, supportive way.
The Wild Earth Animal Essences are a bridge between the animals and
humankind, a tool through which we can allow the gifts of the animals to
serve our own spiritual journeys. Because everything in the universe is
interconnected in an indivisible whole, we are able, through using animal
essences, to tap directly into the gifts and powers of the wild animals.
The energies of the wild animals and the animal essences can help us to
expand spiritually and to tap into those higher aspects of ourselves that
we have not yet fully claimed. Each animal embodies a unique aspect of
the spiritual Presence of the Divine, and we can draw on this spiritual
wisdom on our paths. For example, eagles resonate with the vibration of
Divine Vision and Inspiration, doves embody a deep quality of peace and
centeredness, and deer embody the qualities of mindful attention and
gentleness. Whenever there is an aspect of spiritual expansion that we
wish to claim for ourselves, the animal essences can help us. This is the
main reason that many turn to the animal essences -- to benefit from the
spiritual strength, power and gifts that the animals embody and bring to us.
 At the same time, animal essences can help us to uncover, explore, and
heal wounded aspects of ourselves that need to be embraced before we can
move to the next level of our spiritual development. We often see that when taking an essence for the first time, a person does not immediately experience the benefits of the spiritual qualities of the animals. (break here, like this:) Instead, he or she is led down a path of "emotional housecleaning" which brings to the surface unfinished emotional material that needs to be healed before the full light and power of the specific animal can be experienced.
Below are descriptions of several of the essences, and you will see that
they can apply to individual healing needs. However, the editors of
Vibration thought that you might also be very interested in hearing
about their ceremonial or shamanic uses. Interspersed with the
descriptions are interesting observations from Rev.
Douglas Buchanan of the Healing Ministry of Sophia, Park Forest,
Illinois. This is a lively, ongoing association of healers and body
workers, shamans and shamankas, astrologers, pipe carriers of three
tribes, rune and Reiki masters, devotees of Muktananda, wiccan priestesses
and priests, and magicians of various kinds.
WOLF ESSENCE facilitates grounding and nurtures a sense of divine
Presence. It helps in accessing one's ability to know the truth and
encourages right action. It assists in defining relationships and
setting healthy boundaries with others, yet encourages kinship and
a sense of community. Finally, it is for cultivating a joyful spirit,
strength of character, integrity, and honoring lifetime commitments.
Rev. Douglas Buchanan reports, "We have had glowing reports on the
use of the Wolf Essence by drumming circles. All of them have
reported amazing increases in cross communication among the
drummers and a perceptible increase in the energy raised by
the group for their particular purpose. The Wolf Essence has
also been used by two of the rune masters of the group for their
Inner Realm work with results that ensured a permanent order
being placed. The Rune Inner Realm work in some cases
approximates what happens on shamanic journeys, and our Pottawatomie
shamanka found it a wonderful aid."
 OWL ESSENCE is for accessing and acting upon one's highest wisdom and
for seeing clearly through one's darkness. It helps one to directly
face things that need attention. It enhances intuition and the
ability to "see" things that are not normally seen. Finally, the
essence encourages clarity of mind, seeing the truth at the heart of
situations, and speaking with a compassionate voice from one's highest
place.
Rev. Buchanan notes, "The Owl Essence has been used in shaman
journeys, meditation and in hair magic ceremonies. In ceremonies
that some of the magician/healers use to remove past life problems,
they have found that the client finds it easier to access the problem
with the insight into the darkness of the subconscious that Owl gives.
It is useful in dream interpretation and in
group meditation."
TURTLE ESSENCE is for experiencing deep grounding and Oneness with
the Earth. Using it provides emotional and psychic protection and
helps one to feel safe when dealing with intense situations and
environments. It facilitates focusing on the present moment and
taking care of matters at hand while helping one to slow down and
appreciate the present. The essence also provides
support for solitary pursuits.
Rev. Buchanan reports, "Some of the members of our group have been
asked to clear out old buildings of bad stuff from the past. The
shamans particularly, who are more likely to experience the vibes
than the magicians, recommend Turtle to keep thoroughly grounded when
in difficult energy situations. The magicians, who tend to clear
things out without regard to
experiencing them, also recommend Turtle before banishing
rituals because there is less danger of an imbalance of energy
that could drain the magician."
 Finally, the editors asked me to comment on SPIDER ESSENCE, since
a similar preparation--Cobweb--is featured in a separate article
in this issue. As the "Weaver of the Web," Spider Essence facilitates
inner connection and integration as it helps to access one's deepest
inner wisdom and it nurtures a sense of Wholeness. A vehicle of
interconnectedness, it supports one in tying together that which
has felt separate within oneself. Spider nurtures a sense
of belonging, connection, and integration at all levels of one's being.
The professional readers among Rev. Buchanan's group, including
those who use Runes, Tarot, Astrology charts, and the I Ching, note
the amazing ability of Spider Essence to enhance the power to
integrate data and to find intuitive connections among what seem to be
distinct matters.
In closing, I can only echo what Rev. Buchanan says, "I hope these observations help you
and your various groups to choose an essence that will help you on your
path. For those who already have totems or power animals, the choice
is a no-brainer. Silent Wolf will attest to that, as will some of the
Bear people among our group."
 About the Author: Daniel Mapel is the Founder and Developer of Wild Earth Animal Essences,
a line of 41 vibrational remedies which nurture with the wisdom and power
of wild animals. He received his B.A. from Dartmouth College 1982 and a
Master's Degree in Spiritual Psychology from Matthew's Fox's Institute in
Culture and Creation Spirtuality in Oakland, California in 1989. His
professional life has included working extensively as a wilderness guide
in Wyoming, as a Peace Corps volunteer in West Africa, and as a counselor
in private practice working with adult survivors of childhood abuse.
He lives with his family in Virginia, USA.
Art Credits: Hometown Websmith and ArtToday.
The World Wide Essence Society does not mean to imply any recommendation of nor give certification to any individuals or companies above. This article is provided purely for informational purposes. We ask consumers to make their own determination as to quality of the services and products offered above. This article is not meant to be advice, and the information is not meant to replace medical or psychological treatment.
  
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