Pivot, Adapt, & Prosper
- realmofremedies
- Mar 21, 2024
- 4 min read
A few weeks ago, right after moving into our home, the Bat appeared in my dreams. As it grabbed my attention, I knew this was spirit contacting me. However, this time-- the bat latched onto my stomach and was drawing something from me. I woke up frantically and looked down at my stomach to still feel the ache. Being awake but still feeling something from a dream will make you question your own reality.

As the weeks went on, the thought of it all spooked me but I remained curious as to what it meant. My first step was digging into the folklore and historical meaning of the Bat. In folklore, bats are associated with death, sickness, magic and witches. Mischievous fairy spirits called Pooka (Pucca) often chose to become bats. Pooka also take the form of black horses, black goats, and black birds. Though public opinion is changing, bats have been historically misunderstood, ill-treated, and considered fearsome emissaries of the night.
Spiritually bats are associated with transition and initiation as well as nighttime. It implies loss but also the promise of rebirth and coming out of the darkness. This resonates with me deeply. Shamans refer to bats as the reflection of the traditional shaman death- the breaking down of the former self through intense tests. It is facing your greatest fears--that it is time to die to some aspect of your life that is no longer suitable for you. If I look back on the last two years of my life, it has been one tests after another--bringing me to my knees and stripped me to my core. Bat medicine is strong and can even be traumatic.
I find myself sometimes with PTSD whenever my stomach tightens a little or swirls after eating too much red sauce. My relationship with food has changed but I am still grateful every single time I sink my teeth into any kind of food. What I went through last year (and the year before that with my dizziness) was extremely traumatic that left me with no clear answers still to this day. In one of my books, it is said that bats are a symbol of facing our fears. Because they are associated with rabies, spiritually it is related to madness of the mind. Fears that spread, uninhibited, will eventually permeate our system and can create a kind of madness within our lives. The imaginings that result from fears are incubating -- which are often much worse than the actual facing of the fears themselves. What am I fearing right now? I find myself pondering this question often lately...
In a reading, bats are incredible creatures who have adapted in order to thrive. It is suggested to draw inspiration from the bat in times of what feels like a dead end or when you seem like you are out of all options. Opportunity abounds; sometimes we just have to shift our perspective in order to find the way forward. Because historically bats have been misunderstood, I can't help but relate to this aspect or spiritual connection. Though it can be painful to not be truly seen by others, continuing to work towards my goals and find ways to be of service always takes precedence. I have to remember that I am never out of options and any obstacle can be an opportunity to change. I must pivot, adapt, and prosper.
Throughout the last couple months my biggest concern was starting from scratch once we moved. We all put so much love into our last home that is really become the most magical place. With our new home I knew there was work to be done--but oh how i misjudged how MUCH work needed to be done. Our new home requires a lot of love inside and outside. I feel constantly torn on where to begin. Finish the basement for my apothecary and business? Take down trees (1700-2000 a piece!)? Build our chicken coop? Wait, we have to fence in our yard for the dog's safety! I want to plant my gardens but the land needs time to reestablish itself. The list goes on...but my biggest concern is that if I don't have my gardens, I have it stuck in my head that "I can't host my herbalism courses for children" because lets me honest--that's the best part!
Bat medicine is reminding me that even though there are challenges right now, I need to pivot my mindset, adapt and adjust to these new circumstances. This is not the end of my business; this is just the beginning to something really great. As a business owner I have to look at where I lost the most money and where I made the most. More importantly (because I follow my heart and not mind) I also look at what kept calling me back for more, what sparked my soul the most and lastly decide where I want to pour my energy moving forward.
For this year my business and I are evolving into something else. Where I once had dreams of building my own herbal programs for children (did it), grow my own gardens (did it), teach children about the herbs at my homestead (did it), host events for woman (did it), I now hold larger dreams. The universe if guiding me towards my destiny. While I love everything I have done, i have to remind myself--that's not all i came here to do! Shedding my skin and bringing a new version of myself is critical for growth and raising my vibration.
That leaves me with ideas and visions for the future...having a printable herbalism course for children, opening an apothecary, bringing tarot into the structure of my business and consultations for others healing, hosting private events where people can come to feel safe and vulnerable, and empowering people to heal themselves through thought, frequencies and plants are my goals! As I flow through life and the lives of others, I hope to leave a sprinkle of magic.
Thank you deeply for taking the time to read where I am at in my journey. I hope you were able to connect with this medicine as much as I did.
As above, so below.
Blessed Be
-Kelly
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