How to Find Your Animal Spirit Based Upon Your Birthday

During the creation of my spirit animal deck, the Elfin Ally Oracle Deck I intuited and researched 72 different animals and birds based on the astrology and elements (earth, air, fire, water) associated with each of them.

To figure out your spirit animal based on your astrology or natal birth chart take a look at your sun sign, it’s house placement and it’s element and then find the associated animal or bird below. You can find the entire list in my deck.

Take a look at your Rising Sign (Ascendant) which is found on the cusp of your first house in your birth chart and represents your outward appearance and how you approach things. It’s kinda like your business card, or the first thing people notice about you. If both your sun sign and rising sign are in the same element that’s significant too.

Take note of the Moon in your birth chart to get a sense of the emotional, nurturing side of your personality or in other words, where you feel most at home. The Moon also represents the mother in your chart. To learn more about your birth chart you can order an Astrology Report here.

Once you’ve figured out your birth chart take note of the house placement of your sun and moon sign and add this to the equation along with their Ruling Planets. Below are both the modern and Hellenistic rulers of the planets and the spirit animals associated with them.

What is Hellenistic Astrology?
Hellenistic astrology is the oldest known tradition of astrology, founded in the hellenistic period in Greece/Mesopotamia. In their time, Neptune, Uranus and Pluto were not yet discovered. Only five planets and two luminaries (i.e. the Sun and the Moon) were used.

Find Your Spirit Animal Associated with the Astrological Signs, House and Planets in Your Birth Chart

House 1: Aries house - fire/cardinal (Ruled by Mars): Dragon, Wolf
Mars Ruled Spirit Animals: Crow, Falcon, Wolf

House 2: Taurus house - earth/fixed (Ruled by Venus): Jack Rabbit
Venus Ruled Spirit Animals: Bluebird, Dolphin, Katydid

House 3: Gemini house - air/mutable (Ruled by Mercury): Cockatoo, Hummingbird, Mouse
Mercury Ruled Spirit Animals: Cat, Fox, Lovebird, Rooster, Squirrel

House 4: Cancer house - water/cardinal (Ruled by the Moon): Fish, Seagull
Moon Ruled Spirit Animals: Duck, Otter, owl, Snail, Turtle

House 5: Leo house - fire/fixed: (Ruled by the Sun): Meerkat
Sun Ruled Spirit Animals: Panther, Peacock

House 6: Virgo house - earth/mutable (Ruled by Mercury): Dog
Mercury Ruled Spirit Animals: Butterfly, Jack Rabbit, Moth

House 7: Libra house - air/cardinal (Ruled by Venus): Deer
Venus Ruled Spirit Animals: Bluebird, Cat, Robin

House 8: Scorpio house - water/fixed (Ruled by Pluto, Hellenistic Ruler is Mars): Alligator, Moth
Pluto Ruled Spirit Animals: Anteater, Bat, Crow, Dragon, Heron, Raven, Snake
Mars Ruled Spirit Animals: Crow, Dragonfly, Wolf

House 9: Sagittarius house - fire/mutable (Ruled by Jupiter): Horse
Jupiter Ruled Spirit Animals: Chinchilla, Seal, Whale

House 10: Capricorn house - earth/cardinal (Ruled by Saturn): Giraffe
Saturn Ruled Spirit Animals: Bear, Owl, Panda, Racoon, Spider

House 11: Aquarius house - air/fixed (Ruled by Uranus, Hellenistic Ruler is Saturn): Duck, Opossum, Swan
Uranus Ruled Spirit Animals: Heron, Wolf
Saturn Ruled Spirit Animals: Falcon, Raven, Snake, Swan

House 12: Pisces house - water/mutable (Ruled by Neptune, Hellenistic Ruler is Jupiter): Flamingo, Snow Goose, White Egret
Neptune Ruled Spirit Animals: Duck, Fish, Moth, Seahorse
Jupiter Ruled Spirit Animals: Horse, Peacock

What is Your Spirit Animal? A Dream Exploration

Red Fox by Kathy Crabbe (Elfin Ally Oracle Deck)

Another way to tune into your spirit animal of the moment is to ask for dream guidance or simply to take note of your dreams and the animals and creatures that appear in them. If you dream of an ostrich, take note of the gods and goddesses associated with the ostrich, such as Egyptian Goddess, Ma’at.

If an animal or bird appears to you in person again and again take note of the colors, feelings and associations that come up for you.

You may also want to speak to each of your loved ones to determine how they will appear to you once they passed on to the Otherworld. For example, your mother may let you know that the robin is her favorite bird and that she loves the beautiful blue color of their eggs and that she will come to you and communicate with you through the robin after she passes.

To further develop your spirit animal wisdom you may want to consider a soul reading or past life reading or even an ancestral/spirit guide to delve more deeply into all of this.

About the Elfin Ally Oracle Deck: A Spirit Animal Deck by Kathy Crabbe

Barn Owl by Kathy Crabbe (Elfin Ally Oracle Deck)

Inspired by Forest, Lake and Loon,
Fiery Heat, Coyote Calls, and Starry Nights

This Elfin Ally Oracle deck was birthed in the Frontenac Arch Biosphere of Ontario, Canada on traditional Anishinaabe and Haudenosaunee territories, where five forest regions merge, creating a tremendous wildlife diversity and close to my childhood summer home, and my heart.

The deck was completed in the hot and dry desert valley wine region and elfin forests of Temecula, Southern California on the traditional land of the Payómkawichum.

We all need magickal tools to help us deal with this often crazy world. May this spirit animal deck be one of yours.

Kathy Crabbe: Santa Rosa Plateau, CA

About Kathy Crabbe: As a professional soul reader I offer one-on-one readings, classes and online resources to help soul-seekers uncover their gifts and strengths. My background in the arts infuses my readings and encourages my clients to take creative risks.

I was trained as a psychic-medium by the English channel, Adam Higgs and I received my certification in crystal healing from Katrina Raphaell's Crystal Academy. I have spent many years devoted to astrological study, both privately, and in group sessions with Steven Forrest, Patty Davidson, and Laura DesJardins. I've also received training and initiation in Celtic Faerie Shamanism from Francesca De Grandis, Third Road School.

October Soul Reading for the Week Ahead

This week for me has been filled with vivid dreams which I do believe many of you are experiencing as well. I've also been investigating healing on an ancestral level.

My questions for you are: How can we feed our souls in times of stress without burning out? How are you coping? What do you need? Please feel free to email me directly if you feel called to do so.

Please also enjoy my Moonday Soul Reading Video and Blog to help you relieve stress and tune into the week ahead with a heart-centered focus. I suggest you watch my video first and then scroll down for the meaning of the cards pulled in my reading.

Soul Reading Video

Zodiac Goddess Cards for the Week Ahead

Sagittarius Goddess by Kathy Crabbe

Card 1: Sagittarius Goddess (Zodiac Goddess Power Deck)

Sagittarius Meditation

In Sag’s truth my fears dissipate and
my dreams open to expand us all.

Sagittarius Affirmations

• I stretch my horizons to envision the big big picture

• I see the glorious possibilities in everything

• I am free of all restrictions

• I inhale optimism, courage and speed

• I trust in life

• I am lucky

• My courage protects me and my sisters and brothers

Sagittarius Goddess: Artemis by Kathy Crabbe

Card 2: Sagittarius Goddess: Artemis (Zodiac Goddess Power Deck)

Sagittarius Goddess ~ Artemis

Artemis, Artemis,
Goddess of the wood
You are bows and arrows, death and birth
Midnight revels and pregnant mirth.
Wild woman, child, hunter of beast,
We find our true self when we dance at your feast.

Artemis is the virgin moon-goddess roaming the forest with her band of nymphs, bearing the bow and quiver, avoiding men and killing any male who looks upon her. She was also known as the many-breasted Artemis of Ephesus, a symbol of fecundity. As the warlike Artemis she is said to have been the special goddess of the Amazons.

Capricorn Goddess by Kathy Crabbe

Card 3: Capricorn Goddess (Zodiac Goddess Power Deck)

Capricorn Meditation: Focus your energies to allow creation.

Capricorn Affirmations

• I am self-disciplined, logical, persistent and efficient

• I am strong and I will endure

• I am ambitious, responsible and secure

• I am grounded and compassionate

• I am a success in everything I do

Aquarius Goddess by Kathy Crabbe

Card 4: Aquarius Goddess (Zodiac Goddess Power Deck)

Aquarian Meditation

Aquarius is the knowledge that all we do effects humanity.
We are humanity. We are love.
A new vision is birthed from the old.

Aquarius Affirmations

• I seek out unusual people and experiences.

• I overstep my boundaries to create the unusual and manifest my dreams.

• I teach unconditional love.

• I believe in the limitless possibilities of life.

• I am called to the circle where I tend the web of community.

• I am a force for change.

Behold by Kathy Crabbe

Card 5: Abraxia upholds the sky (Lefty Oracle Deck)

Mantra: I expand.

Affirmation: I am guided by my own innate wisdom and in tune with Mother Earth and Father Sky.

Element: Air

If this card appears in a reading anything goes; the possibilities are endless. You have the power to reach for the stars and expand your consciousness into infinity. Your will is strong, your reach is far and your intuition is a guiding force. You are a power to be reckoned with. If you don’t feel this within yourself, then seek out a new friend or an old friend who is expanding in this way and watch their magick unfold. Learn from it; ask questions, analyze, intuit, journal.

In my own life, I find that this card stimulates my strong double Aquarius Moon so I push myself to reach deeper and farther into the mystery, untangle webs and uncover stars. My responsibilities as a shaman and healer are being tested, and I must become stronger because growth is change and I must surrender to the inevitable. The only thing we know for certain is that this too shall change.

Expressive Body Movement Challenge
Stand up (or if you prefer, stay seated) with your arms stretched up high and your feet firmly planted on the ground. Lift your arms as if you’re trying to touch the stars in the night sky (like Goddess Nut), bearing the weight of all this beauty and yourself. Feel your body as a conduit connecting earth and sky. You are a Divine channel allowing the heavens to touch the Earth. Be with this. Feel this. Stretch, stretch, stretch and imagine.

Card 6: Horse (Elfin Ally Oracle Deck)

Horse by Kathy Crabbe

Keyword: Graceful
Meaning: With great pride and joy you charge forward trusting you are on the right path.
Reversed: You are at a crossroads, stuck and uncertain.

Affirmation: I am loyal and free.
Astrology: Jupiter, Sagittarius, Sun
Element: Fire

Medicine: Your gentle, spirited eyes kiss and heal the freedom lover within.

Lore: She called to her wildness and freedom unchained, at home with the wind, her beauty un-reined.

I hear you call my name each night before I go to sleep. Your gentle whinny in my ear tells me I am safe and sleep is guaranteed.

About Kathy Crabbe

I am a soul reader, spirit medium, astrologer and artist located in sunny Southern California.

I work with 5 hand painted, self published oracle decks & I paint kitty portraits too. Chakra Cleansing, Prayers, all things witchy, magickal, creative & inspirational are my tools. Deep insight & healing to help you move forward Healthy, Whole and Holy. I teach a Moon eClass at Wise Woman School founded by Susun Weed. In business since 1993 I’m an initiate of the Celtic Faerie Shaman Tradition.

New Moon in Libra Soul Reading

Every Moonday I share a Soul Reading Video + Blog to help you resonate with the coming week. This week there is also a Libra New Moon on Friday, October 16 at 12:31 pm Pacific Time. I suggest you watch my video first and then scroll down for the meaning of the cards pulled in my reading. Enjoy!

New Moon in Libra Soul Reading Video

New Moon in Libra Oracle Card Reading

Libra Goddess by Kathy Crabbe

Card 1: Libra Goddess (Zodiac Goddess Power Deck)

Libra Meditation

Forever beauty we dance and spin,
ride our chariot, harness the wind,
find divine balance within.

Libra Affirmations

• I focus on beauty, harmony and cooperation within my personal relationships

• I am serene and at peace

• Harmony fills my soul

• I come alive to the rhythm of tribal beats through dance and movement

• I see and understand every woman’s point of view

• I see beauty all around me

• My inner scales are in perfect balance

Card 2: Libra Goddess: Benzaitan (Zodiac Goddess Power Deck)

Libra Goddess Benzaitan by Kathy Crabbe

Libra Goddess ~ Benzaitan

Dragon Lover
Mating cry
White snakes hover
Beauty flies
Divine balance
In the sky
Guiding talent
Battle cry.

Benzaitan or Benten was one of the seven Japanese divinities of good luck also known as the Dragon Woman and Queen of the Sea, often appearing surrounded by a retinue of white snakes. Benzaitan brings inspiration, talent, wealth and romance to those who honor her.

Behold by Kathy Crabbe

Card 3: Behold (Lefty Oracle Deck)

Mantra: I delight.
Affirmation: Dare I eat the fruit of my delight?
Element: Spirit

If this card appears in a reading it’s time to plunge into the dark and pull out hope. Whatever stressful conundrum you’re currently in, know that you HAVE the resources and inner strength and power to find a solution and gain clarity. You CAN pull it off. It may require some dirty work, so buckle down and get your hands dirty. There is a decent prize at the end of it all and it’s definitely worth fighting for. If you’re hesitant or un-sure of what to do next then think like a cat, independently. Think for yourself; trust yourself. Call upon your intuition and the Divine or your higher power. You CAN do this; it’s just a matter of time before all will be sorted out and you can once again move forward.

In my own life I sometimes need to get my ‘monkey-mind’ (when my mind is all over the place) out of the mix and be more fully in the moment, trusting that I am being guided and that I can indeed hear and trust my intuition. Like a muscle, the more I work it, the stronger it becomes.

Card 3: Grey Squirrel (Elfin Ally Oracle Deck)

Grey Squirrel by Kathy Crabbe

Keyword: Inventive
Meaning: Your curious mind comes up with a brilliant solution.
Reversed: If only you could figure things out but you’re over thinking it.

Affirmation: I am speedy.
Astrology: Mercury
Element: Air, Earth

Medicine: In the spirit of fun and frolic, you keep us on our toes and ready for action.

Lore: Squirrel was her wee champion, full of advice all day long, and nuts, and smiles, and songs that kept her spiky thoughts at bay, so that finally, she too could sleep and dream of a better day.

Quick and sure, fast and alert, you keep me on my toes and in the groove – ready for action – my furry friend!

Beebalm by Kathy Crabbe

Card 5: Beebalm (Cat Herbal Healing Deck - coming in 2021)

Beebalm or ‘Balm’ is often worn and mixed into baths to attract love and success.

About Kathy Crabbe

I am a soul reader, spirit medium, astrologer and artist located in sunny Southern California.

I work with 5 hand painted, self published oracle decks & I paint kitty portraits too. Chakra Cleansing, Prayers, all things witchy, magickal, creative & inspirational are my tools. Deep insight & healing to help you move forward Healthy, Whole and Holy. I teach a Moon eClass at Wise Woman School founded by Susun Weed. In business since 1993 I’m an initiate of the Celtic Faerie Shaman Tradition.

Soul Reading for the Week Ahead: Your Inner Child Knows the Truth

Dear Moon Muser,
Happy to report that my new Zodiac Goddess Power deck has officially launched!  I've also got 5 reviewers lined up from the US, Canada and Australia so expect some juicy reviews soon!  For all of you who purchased during the Pre-Order - thank you so much - you light up my life! And yes, your decks are on the way from my US manufacturer and should arrive soon.

Within this blog you will find Goddess Goodness for the week ahead plus my weekly Soul Reading Video and accompanying guidebook wisdom.

Sparkly Blessings!
Kathy Crabbe
Soul Reader, Artist, Astrologer

Moonday Soul Reading Video

Empower Your Inner Goddess

This is a 32-card deck filled with Goddess Paintings I channeled with the help of Mama Moon. It comes with a 20-page hard-copy Guidebook which will quickly become your go-to source for creating a Moon Cycle Goddess Altar. Everything arrives packaged in a lovely illustrated box with goddess poems printed on the inside.

I've worked with this deck for over 25 years and it IS powerful. The Goddesses of the Zodiac work strong, healing, protective magick to help you move forward in your life with spirit, purpose and love.

Oracle Card Reading for the Week Ahead

Brigid: Scorpio Goddess (Zodiac Goddess Power Deck)

Scorpio the Scorpion, Phoenix & Eagle
Time of Year – October 21 - November 21
Quality – Fixed
Element – Water
Planetary Ruler – Pluto
Anatomy – Sex organs
Natural Sign of – 8th House
Color – Blood red, maroon
Gemstone – Malachite, opal, topaz
Tarot Card – Death
Goddesses – Brigid, Hecate, Morgan, Selkhet

Scorpio Meditation

Deep inner knowing,
Her arms snakes, her belly the depths,
Slowly she transforms
Vulture claws spreading open,
Wings of magic, reborn glory,
The Phoenix.

Scorpio Affirmations

• I am motivated, resourceful and determined

• I risk honesty

• I transcend earthly concerns and soar to new heights

• I am magnetic and mysterious

• I am Phoenix Rising

• I have no fear of death

Scorpio Goddess ~ Brigid

Brigid’s reign as sacred muse
spans centuries timeless truth
Priestess or nun
tending her fire
Brigid’s power
always inspires.

Brigid is one of the few early goddesses to survive intact through the Christian era. Brigid means ‘bright one’ as symbolized by fire. She is worshiped as a Triple Goddess by the Celtic Irish, called Brigantia in England, Bride in Scotland and Brigandu in Celtic France. In her ancient form as carrier of the cauldron she was ruler of smithcraft, poetry, inspiration, healing and medicine. The Christian Saint Bridget is often invoked as both muse and healer in continuation of her ancient rites and her rituals were preserved for more than 1000 years after she ceased to be called a goddess. Today little is left of the ancient Celtic legends describing her.

Spirit Animal of the Week: Otter (Elfin Ally Oracle Deck)

Keyword: Shimmer
Meaning: Everything is easy and flowing right along.
Reversed: Are you missing the point and feeling left behind?

Affirmation: I am playful.
Astrology: Moon
Element: Water

Medicine: Your playful nature keeps me forever young.

Lore: In her mind's eye she was swept away by the beauty and the joy of Otter, her ally in whose captivating Sea Dance she could get lost, happily, forever.

You are my beloved, my playful friend, my trickster. You keep me a mermaid-at-heart and I dance in the water each time you visit my mind. You bring me joy!

Last week in La Jolla, California with my sweetie 💗 #mermaidtime

About the Creator: Artist, author, teacher and soul guide, Kathy Crabbe invokes Faerie Goddess Spirituality to heal, make whole and holy. She is Mother of the Lefty Oracle and Elfin Ally Oracle decks. She’s also sort of ambidextrous. Drawing with her non-dominant left hand led to the creation of her first deck, the Lefty Oracle and becoming a Soul Reader.

Taurus Moon Soul Reading for the Week Ahead

Dear Moon Muser, Enjoy my Soul Reading for the week ahead - it's a Taurus Moon time until Wednesday when Mama Moon begins to wane in the sign of Gemini. Each week I share a Moonday Soul Reading accompanied by my 4 hand painted oracle decks to help guide, inspire, and rejuvenate your spirit as you tackle your coming week. May you find joy within.

Sparkly Blessings!
Kathy Crabbe
Soul Reader, Artist, Astrologer

Card 1: Taurus Goddess (Zodiac Goddess Power Deck)

Taurus Meditation

I am of the earth,
Gaia feeds me,
I worship her body as I worship my own.

Taurus Affirmations

• I am practical, sensible and earthy

• I am sensual and loyal

• I am grounded and fulfilled in the arms of Mama Earth

• I am creative and persistent

• I grow deep roots

• I am slowing down and enjoying myself

• I take time to pamper and nurture myself

• I indulge my senses on a regular basis

Card 2: Gabriel and the golden bird (Lefty Oracle Deck)

Mantra: I am lucky.
Affirmation: A golden glow surrounds me wherever I go.
Element: Spirit

If this card appears in a reading expect a wonderful surprise! It could be money, friendship, advice or something else. You’ve already got the golden bird and now it’s time for the golden egg.

In my own life I try to remain open and receptive to lucky moments so that when they happen I am ready to act on them and not let them simply pass me by.

Creative Journal Prompt
What do the words ‘golden glow’ mean to you? What areas of your life could use some of this golden glow? Take a moment to fill your heart with a golden glow by envisioning yourself breathing in a golden light. Do this three times feeling your heart glow brighter each time. Now ask yourself again, “What area of my life needs this golden glow the most?” Then release that heart-filled glow into the area of your life that really needs it in one big breath. Repeat daily as needed.

Take a play break to visit a friend, do a cartwheel, pet the dog or plant some basil. Certainty will return when you’re ready for it.

Expressive Body Movement Challenge
Take the ‘golden glow’ heart exercise above and expand it so that your whole body is filled with a golden glow. Then imagine that you’re being handed a golden egg that cracks open. Express how that feels in dance and share it with the whole wide world.

Card 3: Caterpillar (Elfin Ally Oracle Deck)

Keyword: Transformation
Meaning: Be open to new possibilities, ideas, people.
Reversed: Time to retreat.

Affirmation: I transform.
Astrology: Pluto
Element: Water

Medicine: Your magic transforms a sticky situation into a beautiful garden of abundance and delight.

Lore: She, who was Nature called Caterpillar Magic to her for healing, curious reprieve and magic, slow and subtle, transforming vision into reality.

Your fuzzy coat protects you and intrigues us to pet you but your nasty spray makes us itch, so we watch and wait until one day you sprout wings and fly away.

Empower Your Inner Goddess

PREORDER SPECIAL: Zodiac Goddess Power Deck
My newest deck is on special until August 18. You'll receive these 2 Astro Report Gifties by ordering early:

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About the Zodiac Goddess Power Deck:

This is a 32-card deck filled with Goddess Paintings I channeled with the help of Mama Moon. It comes with a 20-page hard-copy Guidebook which will quickly become your go-to source for creating a Moon Cycle Goddess Altar. Everything arrives packaged in a lovely illustrated box with goddess poems printed on the inside.

I've worked with this deck for over 25 years and it IS powerful. The Goddesses of the Zodiac work strong, healing, protective magick to help you move forward in your life with spirit, purpose and love.

About the Creator: Artist, author, teacher and soul guide, Kathy Crabbe invokes Faerie Goddess Spirituality to heal, make whole and holy. She is Mother of the Lefty Oracle and Elfin Ally Oracle decks. She’s also sort of ambidextrous. Drawing with her non-dominant left hand led to the creation of her first deck, the Lefty Oracle and becoming a Soul Reader.