Call IT In with Dar

I really enjoy exploring animal characteristics, symbolism and folklore. I hope that you are enjoying listening about it too in this series. Do you know what animal is considered the dog of the water? It is the otter because they are fuzzy, cute and photogenic. They actually have a folklore history of being called that to their streamline streamlined, their bodies are made for swimming. They are a...

In many cultures, animals are seen as spiritual beings that can teach us many lessons. The muskrat is no exception. Representing adaptability, resourcefulness, strength, courage, curiosity, fun, swimming and diving skills, and the ability to achieve tasks that appear insurmountable with diligence. So the muskrat can be a powerful reminder to adapt and transform to meet challenges in our lives. The...

People around the world have been superstitious about mice across all cultures and across many centuries. Although the mouse arrived in North America with European settlers, they have been on Earth for more than 65 million years. They originated in Central Asia, and there are over 1,100 Different identified species. Although the mouse has terrible eyesight, it has supersonic hearing, and they are...

Today’s animal is the majestic moose, symbolizing resilience, bravery, strength, stability, wisdom, balance, power, courage, speed, and agility. Moose makes its home in the northern parts of Canada, the United States, Europe, and Asia. This creature is a skilled swimmer, and can move through the water as fast as six miles an hour. It can also run 35 miles per hour, twice as fast as a human. The mo...

Do you love to laugh? Does laughter seem to be second nature to you? If so, monkey medicine will seem like the perfect fit for your life. Monkeys are all about leaving room for fun. legendary for their playful, humorous, curious and mischievous antics. Making time to “monkey around” and having compassionate relationships with others is part of the monkey spirit. So, these creatures symbolize joy,...

Today's episode is about a small but powerful animal, the mongoose. It has a long list for such a small animal of things that it symbolizes. optimism, agility, speed, alertness, resistance, opportunism, courage, impatience, rebelliousness, adventurous adaptability, action, impulsiveness, honesty, self-confidence, fearlessness, as well as good luck. A mongoose is a small tropical mammal with a...

Do you love a good mystery? If so, the mole might be just the spirit animal that you can relate to. Overall, mole medicine is about getting down to the root of the problem or getting down to the root of the matter. It symbolizes persistence, organization, efficiency, conflict avoidance, energetic vibrations, psychic senses, weather prediction, luck, ancestry, magic, and the element of Earth. Mole...

Is life hectic and fast paced these days? Are you experiencing stress and overwhelm? Perhaps you don't feel as healthy as you'd like. Then call on the manatee to make steady and consistent progress in your life. Overall, the manatee is the spiritual sign of peace, calm, strength, serenity, and emotional balance. Seeing a manatee can be a reminder to slow down, practice self-care, and app...

Today's animal is one of the most mysterious creatures among the wild cats of the world. Its name actually means” light.” And having Lynx medicine can illuminate, guide and assist you to discover the underlying truth of all things. Some cultures have labeled the Lynx as the “silent witness”, with sharp night vision, remarkable hearing, and incredible insights. Physically, the Lynx has a tight...

Do you like to be of service to others? I know that I do. But probably like many of you, I never considered the llama to be a symbol of service. But it is llama people who are in for the long haul of service and move slowly and steadily to their goals. They are easy going, social, gentle, persistent, adaptable, able to endure considerable stress and have a tendency to compromise to please others....

If you are feeling particularly stressed or beaten down by any situation, and want to boost your sense of power and self-confidence, call on the medicine of the lion for authority, leadership, and the power of community. Lions are frequently known as the king of beasts, or the king of the jungle, and are sometimes depicted in artwork with a crown. Interestingly enough, the lion symbolizes the high...

Do you trust your gut? The spirit of the Jaguar asks you to do just that. The Jaguar is a symbol of power, intuition, confidence, decisiveness, stealth, protection, courage and strength. It can also symbolize a need for change, magic transformation, and the divine feminine. It is native to North America, but over time, it has migrated south to Mexico and South America. The Jaguars name means” true...

The Benevolent Dragon is an appropriate nickname for today's animal spirit of the Iguana. The Iguana symbolism is restful, content, fulfilled and acutely aware. These creatures spend the majority of their life soaking up the sun on a warm day, moving only to feed and enjoying life. (That actually sounds like me at the beach when I traveled south for the winter). Just slow down and just be oka...

I have enjoyed Disney movies as far back as I can remember. And the Lion King is no exception. This episode isn't about the hero lion, but rather the hyena, the villain. After studying the hyenas' various attributes, I think that the movie is based on ancient African folklore. When they picked the hyena as the villain, the hyena is strong, clever, fierce and powerful in reality, their vo...

As we enter the gift giving season, give yourself the gift of more emotional sweetness in your life. Openly giving and receiving love. Do that by calling hummingbird medicine into your life. Call on the hummingbird when you're feeling fragmented, distracted, or overwhelmed. Call on the hummingbird when you're feeling down and want to lighten up, have more fun and experience more joy. Cal...

Humanity made a great leap forward when a horse welcomed the two-legged rider onto its back. Horse discovery is life changing as fire. Today we even measure the capacity of engines with the term horsepower. A reminder of the days when horse was an honored and highly prized partner with humanity. Before horses, the humans were slow, earthbound and heavy laden. Horse medicine allowed humans to ride...

Do you feel like you are currently caught up in too many details, losing sight of the big picture, or true perspective? Start by focusing on the task in front of you, eliminating as many distractions as possible, and then calling on Hawk medicine to guide you. Call on the hawk whenever you've been caught up in emotional turmoil, and have lost your perspective, call on the hawk when you'r...

We are celebrating 3 years at the Call It In Podcast with a countdown of our Top 3 Most Popular Interviews! Our #1 Interview is Lighten Your Load with Lisa Bell! Enjoy! . . . “Lighten Your Load” is the topic of today’s podcast episode…full of practical tips and take-a ways with special guest intuitive coach Lisa Bell from Australia.   At a young age Lisa felt different from those around her…feelin...

We are celebrating 3 years at the Call It In Podcast with a countdown of our Top 3 Most Popular Interviews! At #2 is the Psychology of Change with Kirsten Beske. Change! Change is one thing that we can always count on happening in this life. In today's episode, Kirsten Beske talks about what various stages of change are, why it can be so hard to change and why it takes so much of our energy....

Are you excited to speak with your angels? I know that I certainly am and Jessie Chiang is today’s guest expert specializing in intuition, energy work, and of course connecting with angels. Jessie’s story is an interesting one of overcoming illness as she learned many lessons from the angels. It is especially interesting that she came from a non-religious background for this surprising turn of eve...

Are you feeling a little sluggish? If so, call on the medicine of the grouse to work with rhythm, movement and drumming, to open new energy pathways in your life, you'll be amazed at how much better you feel with physical movement. The grouse has many different meanings from active parenting, to music, to strength to energy, to healing, to rhythm, and even romance. The grouse is a small bird...

In children's books, cartoons, and in a variety of advertisements, the great horned owl is seen as a symbol of wisdom and education. It is also known as the tiger or hoot owl, and is an extremely adaptable large owl native to both North and South Americans. Its wingspan can be as large as five feet, and it doesn't have horns, but actually tufts of feathers that look like horns. Great Hor...

Gorillas are one of the strongest animals in the world who can teach us about power, strength, determination, stability, intelligence and family values. They have gentle, humble energy with a quiet dignity that speaks volumes. This natural leader is not aggressive, not overpowering, and not noisy. While the gorilla’s size and stature make them seem dangerous, they are not aggressive. They are soci...

According to legend, the gopher serves as a bridge between the world of the living and the world of spirits. Gopher encourages us to connect with our ancestors, as well as dig deep within ourselves to reach our fullest potential. Let gopher medicine guide you towards a path of success and fulfillment. In other words, go for it with gopher spirit. Overall, gophers are intelligent, hardworking, pers...

When you want to renew the magical and wondrous nature of childhood, through the eyes of your inner child call on goose medicine. Overall, the goose is a loyal partner. Joyful, faithful to its family, brave and an excellent communicator. It travels long distances during migration, sometimes up to 1,500 miles a day. A goose will commit familiar landscapes to memory to revisit the following year, an...