Okay, so I’ve been doing some thinking lately, trying to tap into different kinds of energy, you know? And the lion kept popping into my head. Not just like, Discovery Channel lions, but the idea of a lion. What’s the big deal, spiritually speaking? So, I decided to sit with that thought for a bit.
I didn’t just hit the books or search online right away. I tried to remember where I’d seen lions used as symbols. Statues outside old buildings, flags maybe, carvings… They always look so regal, so solid. I tried to kinda meditate on that feeling – that solidness, that presence.
My Own Digging Process
First thing that really hit me was the raw courage. It’s obvious, right? King of the jungle stuff. But I started thinking less about fighting and more about just standing your ground. Facing stuff head-on. We all need a bit of that sometimes, don’t we? It felt like a call to be braver in my own day-to-day stuff, not necessarily picking fights, but just not backing down from challenges.
Then, I started noticing how they’re portrayed as protectors. Fierce, yeah, but also watching over their own. That got me thinking about strength not just for yourself, but for others, for what you believe is right. Like a sense of justice, maybe? Holding that space, making sure things are fair. It’s a strong vibe, like a quiet command presence.
I also remembered seeing lion figures in relation to some Eastern philosophies, thinking back to some travel or documentaries. It wasn’t just about physical power there; it felt deeper.
- It seemed like they represented a kind of mental clarity or wisdom.
- Like the Buddha’s teachings being strong and clear, maybe? That resonated – strength combined with knowing what you’re doing.
- It’s not just roaring; it’s knowing why you’re roaring.
I even vaguely recalled some old scriptures, you know the kind, where lions are mentioned alongside other powerful creatures, like eagles. Always representing something big, something about divine power or authority. It just reinforces that feeling of significance.
What It Boiled Down To For Me
So, after mulling it over, letting these ideas soak in, the lion isn’t just about being tough for me anymore. It’s a whole package.
It’s about:
- Finding your own courage when things get rough.
- Having the strength to stand up for what matters, protect your own ‘pride’.
- Acting with a sense of fairness or justice.
- And doing it all with a clear head, with some kind of inner wisdom.
It’s become a personal reminder to tap into that inner core of strength and bravery we all have somewhere. It’s less about being a literal lion and more about embodying that spirit when I need it. Just my own take on it, anyway, from sitting with the idea for a while.
