In today’s episode of Oracle Mornings, Amanda shares a late-night story about her pup’s unexpected run-in with a porcupine—and how it became a reminder of nervous system regulation, self-compassion, and remembering that you are the adult in the room.
Pulling the Porcupine card from The Spirit Animal Pocket Oracle by Colette Baron-Reid, we’re invited to approach life with innocence and curiosity, letting go of old limiting stories. Porcupine also reminds us to check in with our defenses—are we protecting ourselves from real harm, or from opportunities for love, abundance, and joy?
This gentle yet powerful message asks us to return to a beginner’s mind, stay curious, and soften where we may be bristling.
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Affirmation"I release old stories and meet each moment with curiosity, trust, and openness."
AttributionCard Pulled From: The Spirit Animal Pocket Oracle by Colette Baron-Reid
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