Getting a Chakra Tattoo: Location Quandry
I received the following question via email: “I am getting a chakra tattoo. Is it ok to get the third eye chakra tattoo’ed on my wrist? I ask because the …
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Symbolic Meaning of the Moth
I’ve been asked about the symbolic meaning of the moth. It took me a few days to really jive with this amazing creature, but once allowed access, I was given …
Read MoreSuperstitions and Symbolism of Shoes
I’ve been asked about superstitions and symbolism of shoes (say that five times fast). I just happen to know these little symbolic shoe bits because I’m a recovering shoe addict, …
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Symbolic Meaning of Crossroads
I see crossroads, and thus I’m compelled to explore the symbolic meaning of crossroads. When I see them, Eric Clapton’s voice and ax come cutting through my mind with “Crossroads,” and …
Read MoreUpside Down Trinity Knot Meaning
I’ve had a request for upside down trinity knot meaning. I respond to this question here: Dear Thrice Topsided: The first (and least imaginative) upside down trinity knot meaning is that it …
Read MoreSymbolic Portents of Candle Flames
This article about lychnomancy, pyromancy and the language of fire has been improved and moved to Avia’s main website, whats-your-sign.com. Click here to get the full article (it’s free) about …
Read MoreQuick and Common Symbols for Brothers
Information on familial indicators such as symbols for twins, symbols for mother or sisters are common requests. I’ve yet to publish a page on symbols for brothers. Here is a quick-reference on …
Read MoreSymbolism of Snake and Skull in Mexican Mythology
I got a fascinating request for information on the symbolism of snake and skull in Mexican mythology/culture to which I respond: At its simplest, the symbolism of snake and skull …
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Symbols for Divine, Divinity Symbols
An interesting request from one of my readers…she wanted a symbol for divine, or divinity symbols to which I respond: Dear Symbol Seeker, The Divine is a broad subject, but below are a …
Read MoreQuickie Symbols for Friendship
I get requests for quick & easy symbols. After countless attempts to explain the intricacies of symbolism, I finally save my breath and throw a bone or two. So, for those of you …
Read MoreSymbolic Meaning of Labyrinth
The symbolic meaning of labyrinth is also associated with the various symbolic meanings of the spiral in that we can trace our footsteps (both metaphorical and literal) back to and …
Read MoreDays of the Week Symbolic Meanings
We’ve all heard of the Monday’s Child nursery rhyme: Monday’s child is fair of face Tuesday’s child is full of grace Wednesday’s child is full of woe Thursday’s child has …
Read MoreSymbolism in Jewelry – An Interview with Göran Jönsson
The following is an excerpt from an interview I conducted with Swedish artist, Göran Jönsson. my intent with this interview is to share the special wealth of wisdom Göran has to offer, and …
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Symbolism of the Compass – Meaning of the Four Directions
One of my readers asked me about the deeper meaning of the four directions (north, south, east, west). Specifically, she was given a powerful mandala, and wanted to know in which …
Read MoreSacral Chakra Symbolism
I’ve been asked for a brief summary on sacral chakra symbolism and utilization. This is my response: I have a quick-reference chart on the chakras, including the sacral here: http://www.whats-your-sign.com/chakra-symbols.html …
Read MoreSymbolic Meaning of the Penny
I’ve gotten a few questions surrounding the symbolic meaning of the penny, specifically the symbolic meaning of finding pennies on our paths. I respond thusly: Dear Heads or Tails: Consider the …
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