As with butterflies and hummingbirds, dragonflies are attributed different spiritual meanings in the various cultures of the world. They are generally associated with the idea of change, transformation, and new beginnings.
In the field of metaphysics, what a dragonfly symbolizes is transformation and change, but beyond this common meaning, different cultures have created their own interpretations of what this flying insect symbolizes, since ancient times.
The dragonfly is an important symbol in many countries, with meaning ranging from representing change, rebirth, happiness, good luck and financial gain, as well as insight.
Native American cultures. For some Native Americans, dragonflies represent the souls of those who have transcended into the realm of the non-physical.
Japanese culture. For the Japanese, this insect is considered a positive symbol of courage, happiness and rebirth.
Chinese culture. In China, it has a different meaning, as it is associated with monetary gains and indicates financial prosperity, good luck, and improved investment.
Indian culture. In this region of the world, dragonflies are associated with vision and intuition, believed to allow us to receive intuitive guidance from our Higher Self.
In feng shui. Placing a dragonfly painting or statue in your home or workplace is believed to bring happiness and prosperous new beginnings.
What does it mean if you see dragonflies frequently?
The transformation is coming. Dragonflies hatch from eggs that are placed in the water, where, after an incubation period, they hatch into larvae (commonly known as nymphs), to later become flying insects. This transformation can be interpreted as the ability to shed an old version of oneself to make room for the new and improved one.
It’s time to get out of your comfort zone. Dragonflies encourage us to move in the direction indicated by the call of our spirit and essence. And it is that to get where you really want, many times it is necessary to leave your comfort zone, as a first step, in order to release rigidity, be more flexible, open and adaptable.
You need to take a leap of faith. Hand in hand with the previous point, the essence of the dragonfly is something that encourages you to take the opportunities that come your way, despite the fears that may arise when trying something new and different from what you are used to. The spiritual message here is to seize the present moment, be grateful for what you have, and take that all-important leap of faith when you feel called to do so.
Connect with your emotions. If you have been repressing many emotions throughout your life, or after an event that brought you down you have not given yourself the time or space to process what you feel, seeing a dragonfly could be telling you to listen to your emotions, to allow yourself recognize, feel and process them in order to heal.
A loved one wants to communicate with you. In the world of spirituality, it is believed that loved ones who have passed away send us signals through certain animals, including the dragonfly, due to the various meanings and spiritual energies attached to them.
Don’t believe everything you see. Another spiritual meaning of the dragonfly has to do with illusion and what we perceive as truth. In the end, we must be aware that life, the people and the situations that surround us are often not what they seem, and the symbolism of the dragonfly can help us remember that we must see between the lines to find the truth and not let May false illusions dim our light.
Finally, If dragonflies appear in your dreams, take note of how you felt in the situation in which they appeared.. If you feel things like peace, serenity or joy, the presence of the dragonfly in the dream will always have a positive meaning and connotation; but if you felt anxious or scared, it could represent a disturbance in your emotional state, so it would be recommended that you do an introspective exercise to connect with your true emotions.
Continuously seeing dragonflies, whether in real life or in your dreams, It is usually a message from the universe, trying to tell you that if you are struggling right now because transformation and change are not always easy, in the end it will all be worth it and you will be in a better place..
Like butterflies, dragonflies help guide us to find solace in discomfort, navigate transformation, and seize potentially life-changing opportunities.
If the symbolism of the dragonfly resonates with you and if these insects frequently cross your path, the next time you see one, you can say the following, either mentally or out loud: «Dear dragonfly, I ask you to reveal to me if a new direction is best. I will follow your guidance and ask you to empower me with the adaptability I need to find and accept my true path.».
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