Can We Guess What Spirit Animal You Draw Your Strength From?

By: Ian Fortey

5 Min Quiz

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About This Quiz

The belief in a spiritual connection to nature is extremely old and diverse. Cultures all around the world have had similar beliefs for many generations, and they are especially prevalent in the beliefs of First Nations and Native American peoples as well as Aboriginal Australians.

These beliefs are rooted in the idea that nature is interconnected and that all things are linked so that even humans have a deep, spiritual connection to the world around them through plants and animals. Our spirits and the spirits of other living things are intertwined in a way that allows us to draw strength and knowledge if we know how to do such things.

In modern times, most of us are only passingly familiar with such ideas; however, the tradition is an ancient one very much worthy of respect and reverence. And if you do have an interest and a desire to understand just how you fit into nature, and what spirit may be out there guiding you, then it's well worth your time to look into it more to see what you can learn. And to start, why not get yourself in the right headspace by opening up a bit about yourself so we can try to determine what spirit animal may truly be the source of your strength?

If you were going to head to the zoo, which animal would you most be interested in seeing?

I want to see everything.

Lions.
I don't think animals belong in zoos.

Elephants.

When friends come to you for advice, what's the subject they most need help with?

Relationships

Work
Family

Hard decisions

Where do you think you'd most like to go on vacation?

South America

Australia
Japan

Africa

How often would you say you go out with your friends to have a good time?

Infrequently.

As much as I can.
Regularly.

Not a ton.

What decisions are the hardest for you to make in your life?

Ones that cause upheaval.

Ones about work.
Ones where I can't be sure of the outcome.

Ones that might hurt other people.

Would you ever move to a different city if you were offered a job there?

I'd have to think about it and talk to people.

Of course!
If the job was a good one I would.

I'm not sure if I could leave my friends and family.

What kind of vacation do you most like the sound of?

Any place with a lot of great history and culture.

A trip around the world.
Someplace exciting where you'd never get bored.

I'd love to go someplace where I can get to know the locals and their customs.

When you're heading out to see a movie, what genre is it most likely to be?

Comedy

Mystery
Action

Drama

When you're at work, are you easily distracted or do you stay on task?

I suppose it depends on what distractions are around.

I'm all over the place.
I can get the job done pretty well.

I have pretty decent focus.

What would you say is your greatest strength in life?

My adaptability

My sense of adventure
My confidence

My intellect

What would you do if you discovered that your significant other was cheating on you?

I'd just move on with my life.

I'd want to know with who, and why.
I'd confront them about it.

I'd end the relationship.

What do you most like to do for fun in your spare time?

I'm happy doing just about anything.

I like going out and meeting new people.
I like to spend time with friends.

I enjoy reading.

What sort of outdoor activity do you think is the most fun?

Gardening

Sports
Running

Walking

Which of these outdoor activities would you say you enjoy the least?

Sunbathing

Yard work
Cleaning my car

Swimming

Do you like to spend a lot of time with your family or do you prefer them in small doses?

I like to spend time with some of them.

I like spending time with them when I have the time.
I'm more into smaller doses.

I can't get enough of my family.

Which holiday do you enjoy the most?

I enjoy most holidays.

Halloween.
My birthday.

Christmas.

What kind of cuisine would you go out to enjoy on a first date with someone?

I'm good with anything, really.

I'd want something neither of us has ever had.
Anything fine dining sounds good.

Maybe something like Indian.

Which of these pets would you most like to have?

Chameleon

Cat
Dog

Bird

Would you ever consider running for political office?

Anything's possible.

I'm not sure that's for me.
I'd consider it.

Definitely.

How well do you get along with the people at work?

I get along more with some people than others.

I think we're pretty good.
We have our ups and downs, but it's usually good.

Quite well.

If you were going to compete on a game show, what would you be on?

Wheel of Fortune

Survivor
Family Feud

Jeopardy

Would you ever go with your friends to try out an escape room?

Sure!

I'd probably be the one inviting them.
I could give it a try.

I'm not so sure.

Would you say you have a lot of ambition in life or not?

In the work sense? Not really.

I suppose so, in some ways.
I am very ambitious.

I like to do things, but I'm not sure it's ambition.

If you're going out on a Friday night, what are you most likely to be doing?

It depends on my mood.

Something exciting, I hope.
Going to a party.

Spending time with friends.

Is there an element that you feel most connected to?

Air

Earth
Fire

Water

Are you an artistic sort of person?

I am very artistic.

I have my moments.
It's not something I've pursued, really.

I'm not particularly artistic.

Do you work better in a team or when you're all by yourself?

I guess it really depends on the work.

I'm great with other people.
If I do the work myself I know it'll be done right.

Sometimes you need to rely on other people.

Do people ever look to you for guidance during stressful times?

I don't know about guidance but I can offer my thoughts and advice.

It doesn't happen that often.
People rely on me sometimes.

I try to help anyone when they need me.

Do you actually consider yourself a strong person in your everyday life?

I don't always feel strong.

That really depends on the day.
I do feel pretty strong.

I believe I have some inner strength.

What is your main goal in life?

To find happiness.

To experience as much as I can.
To be the best I can be.

To learn and help others.

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