The Symbol of the Bee

 

Just as crystals remind us of the unlimited potential available within each one of us, the bee reminds us of the value in expanding our perception of what is possible. For this tiny creature, whose wings are deemed too small to support its body aerodynamically in flight, does in fact achieve the seemingly impossible: it soars through its speed, determination, and perseverance. It manages to collect and carry more than its own weight in nectar, gathering more sweetness than one would expect. It’s community and hive are models of unity in the structure, function, and order that enable the entire community to thrive.

There is much to admire about the bee and its ways, much that we can learn and incorporate into our own lives:

  • The rewards of focus, dedication, and staying on task.
  • The value in pollinating ideas and helping others to create and bloom.
  • The importance of working harmoniously in community.
  • The joy of finding and experiencing the “honey” in life.
Next time you see the bee, remember its message and take time to experience the joy and unlimited potential available in your own life!

References
More information about the symbol of the bee is available in an excellent book, Animal Speak: The Spiritual and Magical Powers of Creatures Great and Small by Ted Andrews.
*The bee’s hive as a model of structure, function, and order is discussed in A Beginner’s Guide to the Universe: A Voyage from 1 to 10 by Michael Schneider.

 

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