Moose
The keeper of quiet dignity
Nature of the moose
The moose is the king of the northern forests. Big and powerful – and yet it moves quietly and deliberately through bog, water and forest. It dives into lakes to feed and knows paths that remain hidden to others. Its mighty palmate antlers catch the light – a sign of dignity and self-respect.
Inner attitude
The moose has nothing to prove to anyone. It stands calmly in its greatness. It knows what it needs and takes its time for it. Its attitude is quiet self-respect.
The essential qualities
- dignified
- enduring
- level-headed
- self-assured
- close to nature
It respects its boundaries – and those of others.
Meaning
The moose appears when you make yourself small or forget your worth. It reminds you that you may take your place in the world – without becoming loud. Even in deep water you can stand upright.
Voice of the being
«Stand in your dignity, even in deep water. You don't have to fight to be great.»
Encounter & working together
You meet the moose in the stillness of the forest, by the water, at dusk. Take time to walk slowly. Feel how you stand upright – and how much space you may take up.
Pay attention to
- where you overlook your own worth
- where you adapt so as not to stand out
- where a calm boundary would give you strength
The moose works when you are ready to accept your dignity.
Essence
I stand calmly in my greatness.
