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Moths live in all but polar regions. The wings, bodies, and legs of the moth are covered with numerous touch hairs that come off if it is handled. Because of this the moth is highly sensitive to touch. They can feel, smell, taste and determine temperatures with their feathery antennae. The tiny pegs upon them serve as receptors. This gives the moth the ability to perceive everything with clarity. Those with this totem usually have strong psychic and healing abilities. They must be careful not to pick up other peoples problems and carry them around in their own energy field. If this happens confusion and irritability can set in.

The process of metamorphosis is part of the magic the moth holds. The egg stage symbolizes the birth of an idea. The larvae stage indicates the laying of a foundation. The chrysalis stage represents the process of creating, and the winged stage allows it to take flight and explore new territory.

One of the most interesting characteristics of the moth is how it wraps its wings around itself. When resting, they either fold their wings, wrap them around their body, or hold them extended by their sides. This suggests a basic nurturing quality and those with this medicine often find themselves in some sort of care giving role.

The hearing ability of the moth is acute. They are capable of detecting ultra sound because their hearing organs are found on their legs. These enable them to sense vibrations emitted around them. Paying attention to what is being said and what isn't being said is part of the teachings the moth holds. Observing the body language of others is helpful.

When the moth appears in our life it is asking us to pay attention to issues of sensitivity. Are you overly sensitive or insensitive to those around you? Are you involved in a situation that needs to be reevaluated? Are you honoring the integrity of all concerned?

The transformative qualities of the moth are numerous. It shows us how to develop and refine our psychic gifts. The moth is an optimist and an opportunist. It can teach us how to release unwanted influences and fly into the discovery of our personal joy.

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When I see repetition of "critters" in my life path, I take time to research the "why" or "what are you telling me?" aspects... the message above is from a site that deals with totem animals and what they mean. This message kinda hits home right now with "picking up" things from other people... it has been extremely challenging not to do this; and yes, confusion does usually follow. I've been working on grounding myself and standing firm in my inner wisdom. I know what my intent is... I know who I am... I will not let others tell me what they think I am... they can not convince me that I am someone through their perspective... I am not their projection. But again, it is challenging because I can see through their eyes so to speak... or I've lived life experiences similar and they see my stoic view as cold and uncaring... so they project that I must be "cold and uncaring".... those who truly know me know that is simply not so. We live in a world of objective projection... what we SEE in others are aspects of our self that we may not be able to deal with.... so it is easier to see and point out or blame others of certain traits or personality flaws that are really just projections that we need to work on our own self. Now that I have learned this life lesson... I have also learned that it is impossible to tell other people this view... the instant reaction for them (in my experience) is to turn the tables around and keep rotating the view back off of themselves... so ... it becomes futile. I've learned to keep it as an observation... stay true to my points of view, my life path, or my personal outlook on life. I know that I view things differently than others... and being around me sometimes takes a certain understanding and acceptance of JUST BEING.

The sensitivity of a moth.... I am feeling it these days!