Jay
blue jay and the stellar jay
reputation of being a robber of campers food and of nesting materials
   wait until other birds have gathered the necessary essentials for the nest building and then rob them of it
carry the power of presence
confident and fearless
create a tremendous amount of noise when engaged in a robbery - works to the jays advantage - more noise they make the more chaotic the situation appears
   This distortion of energy becomes the jays victory song.
reflects lessons in how to use personal power correctly and efficiently
remind you to pay attention and not allow yourself to be placed in a position in which power is misused against you

   The bright blue crest on the top of a blue jays head links it to father sky, reminding those with this totem that true power must be utilized with integrity and balance.

incredibly resourceful - can represent a need within you to learn adaptability for survival with the least amount of effortr doesn't usually migrate and stays around all winter - serves as a teacher who will settle in and work with you as long as you need it
fearless and have been known to gang up and drive away hawks and owls
know how to play the game of life and succeed
reflect great talent, but that talent must be developed and used properly

If the jay has flown into your life it indicates that you are moving into a time where you can begin to develop the innate wisdom that lies within you. Jay is willing to teach you fearlessness, adaptability and survival but you must be willing to follow its lead and become "power through presence."

Animals – Mythical Creatures Index