46. ~ Lizard ~

Lizards and snakes strongly prefer to avoid human contact whenever possible. There are more than four thousand species of lizards. They live on land and some live in the water. They are able to detach their tails if necessary and they are quite capable of growing a replacement. They are sun worshipers! These creatures are extremely fast on four legs. Their tails are long and often used as a weapon of defense. Some species have spines or ruffs, particularly around the neck area. Lizards come equipped with acute hearing. They are geniuses at camouflage. These reptiles are cold-blooded creatures capable of feeling the vibrations of Mother Earth.

Medicine:

Lizard medicine teaches us to silently gain a new perspective. They teach us to use our intuition and psychic sense to alert us of our surroundings. The lizard tells us its it time to let go of something or someone. This medicine reminds us to pay sharp attention to our dreams and visions. Lizard medicine tells us to become adaptable and move quickly, and not be afraid of leaving attachments behind. Lizard medicine asks, what are you daydreaming about? It teaches us to be quiet and restful while searching for answers. Some Native Americans strongly associate the lizard with the dream time. The medicine of the lizard says to heed you own inner stirrings and do not allow yourself to be swayed by the thinking of others. Lizard medicine says your sensitivity is running high, so it reminds us to make objective observations. Lizard medicine may be asking many questions. Are you asleep in your life? Are you trying to wish awkward situations away? Are you being subtle in your perception of others? Do you need to read between the lines? Are you getting enough sunlight and vitamin D for your body? Mostly, lizard medicine says to remember that being still doesn't mean you aren't doing anything productive! Lastly, lizard medicine may be bringing you a regenerative message.