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Feeding Both Wolves: A Path to Inner Harmony
The tale of the two wolves serves as a powerful metaphor for understanding the internal struggles faced by individuals. This ancient parable, often recounted as an Indigenous story, presents the concept that within each person reside two conflicting forces: a benevolent wolf representing positive traits and a malevolent wolf embodying negative inclinations. The crux of the narrative emerges in the pivotal question posed by a young boy: ‘which wolf wins?’ The answer, delivered by the wise elder, reveals a profound truth: the one that prevails is determined by which wolf is fed. This allegory aligns seamlessly with the astrological principle of oppositions, wherein two planets positioned at a 180-degree angle exemplify the inherent tensions between competing energies. Delving deeper, the discussion highlights how oppositions embody the law of opposites, manifesting in various forms such as light versus dark, self against not-self, and yin juxtaposed with yang. These opposing forces create a dynamic interplay that, while often perceived as conflictual, can also serve as fertile ground for personal evolution. The episode elucidates the importance of not succumbing to the inclination to favor one side at the expense of the other; rather, it advocates for the recognition and nurturing of both wolves. This integration is posited as a pathway to greater self-awareness and empowerment, with the understanding that denying one aspect only leads to its resurgence in less manageable forms. Moreover, the episode connects these internal oppositions to the relationships we form with others, suggesting that our inner conflicts often manifest in our external interactions. The acknowledgment that there is no definitive victor in the battle between the two wolves encourages a more holistic view of ourselves and those around us. By learning to feed both wolves, we cultivate empathy and understanding, enriching our relational experiences. This thoughtful discourse invites listeners to engage with their own internal conflicts constructively, fostering a deeper appreciation for the complexity of human nature and the dynamics that govern our lives.
Takeaways:
- The narrative of the two wolves illustrates the internal struggle within every individual, emphasizing that both good and bad aspects coexist.
- Astrological oppositions symbolize the tension between contrasting energies, highlighting the dynamic interplay of conflicting urges.
- Acknowledging and nurturing both sides of our inner conflict leads to personal growth and greater self-awareness.
- The lesson from the two wolves teaches us that the energy we choose to nurture determines the outcome of our internal battles.
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Transcript
I was watching a series, it was called the Underground.
Speaker A:And during the series they had this one part in the series.
Speaker A:This guy was talking to this little boy and he told this story and he attributed as an old Indian saying.
Speaker A:And it was a story of two wolves.
Speaker A:And he said everyone has a wolf.
Speaker A:Two wolves living inside of them.
Speaker A:A good wolf and a bad wolf.
Speaker A:And they are in a.
Speaker A:They're fighting each other.
Speaker A:And a little boy asked the man, which wolf wins?
Speaker A:And the old man says, the one you feed.
Speaker A:Now, this story stayed with me.
Speaker A:And astrologically, this kind of explains an opposition, the aspect of an opposition.
Speaker A:Two planets that are.
Speaker A:Are in 180 degrees from each other.
Speaker A:And what we have here is a tug of war.
Speaker A:You have a seesaw going on between these two energies.
Speaker A:And the reason I'm talking about it is because I find it very interesting to talk to people who have, like, oppositions going on.
Speaker A:Aquarius sun and a Leo Moon, you know, and there's a tug of war going on.
Speaker A:Now when we talk white wolf, black wolf, or the opposition, we actually are talking about the law of opposites.
Speaker A:Everything has an opposite yin and yang.
Speaker A:Male and female.
Speaker A:In, out, up, down, self, not self, light and dark, sleep and woke, you know, and out of all oppositions.
Speaker A:Even though it could seem like tension, we actually is.
Speaker A:It's actually an opportunity for growth, depending on how you deal with it or depending on which side you are feeding.
Speaker A:Because a lot of times we could feed one side and deny the other.
Speaker A:Act like it doesn't even exist, and sooner or later that opposition will make itself known.
Speaker A:Oppositions kind of point to relationships that we have not only in our inner world, but it actually also manifests in the outer world.
Speaker A:Planets in involved in opposition show urges inside of us that's in conflict with each other.
Speaker A:We have.
Speaker A:And where does that conflict come from?
Speaker A:Because we are taught in all conflicts we must have a winner.
Speaker A:But the secret in opposition is to realize there isn't gonna be a winner.
Speaker A:And what you have to do is incorporate both energies, feed both wolves.
