In the midst of a galactic change I thought that this New Years I would resolve to change myself utterly. Like the butterfly that started out as a baby caterpillar, then grew up to into adulthood. For the last couple of years I have been in my cocoon learning from my past mistakes and learning about death. This knowledge has brought me to the point of letting go of my past, my fears, my regrets, and my ego. Now, it is my time to break free of my cocoon and spread my wings. To me this symbolism says that I am ready to break free of my cocoon early so that I can experience the freedom of my soul flying while I am still alive here on earth. Most people don't come to the cocoon stage until late in life, then when the finally break free that is when their soul tuns into pure spirit and flies home to the Great Spirit.
This also can represent a Shaman. Once a person has undergone the certain process of riding oneself of past, fears, regrets, and ego he or she can break free of the cocoon early and live a life of great blessing. The Shaman lives a life connected to spirit at all times. This does require a constant cleansing and balancing of mind, body, spirit, and emotion.
There is a Native American legend that says, " If you have a secret wish, capture a butterfly and whisper your wish to it. Since butterflies cannot speak, your secret is ever safe in their keeping. Release the butterfly, and it will carry your wish to the Great Spirit, who alone knows the thoughts of butterflies. By setting the butterfly free, you are helping to restore the balance of nature, and your wish will surely be granted." The Shaman also lives by this code of conduct. Once a secret has been divulged to the Shaman it is never repeated and it can be communicated to higher spirits.
This is my path, it chose me! Now is my time to break free and be graced with spirit.
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