Was I a turtle or cat in a past life? I have wondered this about creatures I am especially drawn to. This human-animal connection is deep-seated within our collective consciousness. Many people look to their totem or spirit animal for guidance. Our affinity with the animal kingdom has been a source of inspiration for artists, poets, and storytellers throughout human history.
The simple truth is we have all lived lives in various non-human forms. We have experienced being rocks, plants, insects, fish, reptiles, mammals…
It is part of the soul journey, the evolution of each individuated consciousness. Keep this in mind the next time you feel the urge to squash a bug for no good reason.
