The following meditation affords the opportunity to connect with power animal allies associated with the water element and the archetype of the lady of the lake to obtain an idea of where you are going and some guidance about your future steps forward.
As you withdraw your senses from ordinary reality and the physical,
Closing your eyes,
You find yourself sitting in a forested area at the side of a lake.
You position yourself on a moss-covered knoll so you can sit comfortably and start to relax.
What a beautiful day,
You think to yourself.
It truly is one of those perfect weather days,
A clear blue sky,
Occasional clouds and sunlight with ideal air temperature.
The moss on the knoll is dry and it holds you perfectly.
You sink into it as you move your body so you can sit with the most ease and comfort.
You hear a slight sound behind you and turn to see a robin grab a piece of birch bark from the forest floor and fly off with it.
It makes you smile and you feel your heart expand.
You turn back towards the lake.
From your vantage point you can see the still water clearly.
There is no wind,
So the lake is like a mirror reflecting the trees and sky perfectly.
Now and again you see a slight ripple where a fish comes to the surface,
Otherwise there is total stillness.
The mirror imagery appears as a beautiful work of art.
You find it quite hypnotic to stare at the images reflected in the water and as you do so you find yourself entering an altered state.
As you sit there in your relaxed state,
You concentrate on the water's surface and notice there appears to be movement from the lake's centre.
The water ripples increase and you watch as a figure rises from the water's depths.
You don't feel any fear,
Just a sense of wonderment.
The figure is a beautiful woman with waist-long blonde hair,
Dressed in a long light green silken dress which shimmers as the sunlight falls on the glistening water.
She approaches until she is close enough for you to hear her speak.
Hello child,
I am the lady of the lake.
It is good to meet you.
You may think you have come here by chance,
But fate has brought you here today.
I have many friends who wish to share ideas of importance with you and will introduce them to you individually.
Listen carefully to all they say as you are at a pivotal,
Life-changing period and they have helpful wisdom to share with you.
You are in awe of her ethereal presence and wait expectantly for what will unfold next.
As you wait,
A beautiful iridescent dragonfly darts by.
It lands on a nearby plant at the water's edge.
Then it starts to communicate with you.
It explains that you are at the end of one life cycle and the beginning of the next.
It reminds you of life's illusory nature and to embrace the trials you have experienced as part of the illusion but necessary for your soul's development.
To enjoy the journey as you are undergoing a transformation.
You sit with dragonfly for a few moments and listen to see if there are any other messages.
Dragonfly flies away and you watch as a salmon swims up to you.
It explains that you are about to embark on a spiritual journey where you will gain much wisdom and knowledge on your life path.
You sit with salmon for a few moments and listen for any more guidance.
As salmon swims away,
Eel wriggles through the water to take its place.
The journey you are embarking on will bring about a huge transformation,
He says.
You are ready for this change,
Don't fear it.
You will have the resources and the energy to deal with all that comes your way.
You sit with eel for a few moments longer and listen for more wisdom.
Eel wriggles through the water away from you and you observe as a frog hops onto a lily pad nearby.
Healing is coming your way,
He says.
The flow of life is cleansing all that is no longer necessary for you to live your best life.
You sit with frog as he explains what needs to be healed and cleared from your life so you can move forward.
A magnificent white swan glides towards you.
She exudes beauty and grace.
Look at me,
She says.
I am a reflection of all that is pure and beautiful within you.
I represent your potential on this new path.
Sit with me and hear what that entails.
A dart of blue and green and kingfisher appears and sits on the branch of a nearby tree.
Don't miss the opportunities,
He says.
Watch out for them and when they appear,
Use your discernment to choose those which will serve you best.
They will bring abundance to you and you will find more peace in your actions.
Would you like to hear more?
Heron flies overhead,
Circles the lake and then lands with a large splash nearby.
You must take time out for meditation,
He says.
Quiet time will allow you to access your wisdom and give you insights into your life.
Please find time to do so,
It's essential for you.
The busier you are,
The more important it is to find this quiet time each day.
You sit with Heron for a while to receive further insights.
A large Canada goose swoops down.
It rises up and tells you to trust your path.
You are following your destiny.
You are embarking on a spiritual quest and you need to trust the universe in how it will unfold and what it will deliver.
You sit a while longer with Goose.
A small moorhen bobs by.
I'm always with you on your path,
She says.
I represent the survivor instinct in you.
No matter what challenges come your way,
My energy will be with you.
I will give you the persistence and dedication to continue regardless of whatever comes your way.
You sit with moorhen with gratitude.
A water spider jumps out of the water and lands on the ground next to you.
Use your creativity,
She says.
You haven't yet tapped fully into your creative power.
Don't be frightened of it.
It will help you fulfill your fate.
You listen for more of spider's wisdom.
An otter swims up and away,
Dives under the water,
Returns to the edge of the lake and dives down again.
On surfacing,
She reminds you to find time for play in the seriousness of life.
Even if you are busy with work and more serious matters,
You can approach them in a playful way.
Drop the seriousness of life and enjoy it a bit more.
Go with the flow and you can't go wrong.
Sit with otter to hear more.
Finally,
Duck swims up to you.
Trust your sensitivity,
She says.
Use it.
You have been gifted with your empathic abilities and sensitivity to navigate through the emotional waters of life.
Don't suppress your emotions,
But find healthy outlets for them.
Sit with me and I will show you how you can do this.
As the last creature swims away,
The lady of the lake speaks again.
I hope you heed the advice given by these wise creatures,
She says.
It will serve you well as you embark on your new journey.
Trust.
Trust the universe to always guide you and show you what is best for you and your highest good.
At that,
She disappeared into the water and the lake resumed its tranquility.
You start to deepen your breathing and return to the present.
Thank you for sharing this meditation with me.
I hope it provided some useful insight as to your current and future path.
