Deer Wisdom

Deer Wisdom
by Kristin Raphaela Otti 

Deer is a gentle mentor and companion who teaches us about leadership, gentleness and that the moment you have learned about your weaknesses they can be turned into your greatest strength. It takes Deer a long time to trust and feel safe, but once Deer does, they give those walking with them the energy and confidence to trust in themselves and their abilities. 
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"White Deer" white pastels, Kristin Raphaela Otti (2023)

​The Fawn teaches us about the joy in new beginnings, curiosity and exploring the world with the purity and innocence of the inner child. 

​The Doe is deeply connected to the spiritual realms, serving as a mediator and teacher of wisdom. She teaches us to take care of those we are guiding with gentleness, for gentleness is not weakness but strength. 

​The Stag is a gentle leader whose power lies in his calmness and inner strength. Leading with a pure heart he is never aggressive, but he will protect himself and his herd. 

"Heart of Hearts", white pastels, Kristin Raphaela Otti (2024)

The Stag is a natural born leader who does not assume a crown, but leads by example and as a beacon of light guiding others home. 

He leads with determination and gentleness and does not control others out of fear and anxiety.  The Stag is a natural born leader who does not assume a crown, but leads by example and as a beacon of light guiding others home. 
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The Does says, "​Gentleness is not weakness, but strength. Facing your fears and looking them straight in the eye takes more courage, than burying them deeply in the abyss, where you can hear their growling and their cries, for they want to be seen and acknowledged. Look at them and see them for what they are and for what they are not. Love them and you love yourself. Embrace them and they are darkness no more.​"