The Wind (iq')

Iq' is considered the sacred breath to the K'iche' Maya. If you visit the ruins at Palenque you will find that the Classic Mayan architects built the windows of the pyramid hallways in the shape of Ts. That is because T is the shape of the glyph for iq'. It looks like a T or like a person sticking out her tongue. In English, the word is translated as wind. However, Wind is symbolic of the vital spirit that gives life and animates us all (think of the force in Star Wars). Wind people have large quantities of this power flowing through them. This is a good thing in small doses, but often Wind natives get so filled with this sacred breath flowing through them that they believe it all to be their ego, that they are the source of all power and inspiration. Perceiving all this power as ego often causes a misuse of it (think Anakin Skywalker), so many daykeepers associate this sign with dictators and military despots.

Those born on the day of the Wind must realize that the power fueling them is not their ego but the sacred breath. If they don't they are like an unmanned steamroller smashing everything in its course. Their past sign is Jaguar which can keep them aware of their debt to the spiritual world. These natives of the wind will have to learn to control their outbursts or they will blow like human hurricanes. Think of Elizabeth Taylor's (9 Wind) notorious fits. Another wind native, Hillary Clinton (9 Wind) seems to have herself under more control.

Traditional daykeepers often tell parents to punish their Wind children with the leaves of the xibirib plant (bashful ones, similar to this)-- a plant that contracts when stimulated by a touch. The soft essence of the leaves will tame the fiery nature of the Wind child. The right and left hand signs of Wind are Rabbit and Vulture, which are both calm and quiet signs. Vulture is good natured although lazy, while Rabbit is sensual and in love with the good things of the world. Wind people should draw on these characteristics to balance out the anger and ego. Their future sign is Dog, which is a mixed blessing. On one hand the Dog can enjoy simple daily activities. On the other hand, the Dog can embody sexual over-gratification and quarreling.

If Wind people can learn to control their passions their inner hurricane will transform into a gentle breeze on a bright sunny day.

Notable Wind Natives:
Derek Jeter (12)
Roger Federer (12)

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The Storm (Kawak)

"The sesitivty of these natives tends to leave them thin-skinned." Kenneth Johnson, author of Jaguar Wisdom

The sign for this day is the gathering of rainclouds. Storm natives may thusly feel as if there is always a tempest surrounding them. The left and right powers are the serpent and corn, respectively, so they can learn to lead emotionally balanced lives. Daykeepers say that Storm babies come into life with a great deal of karmic debt that they have to work through. So it is assumed they will have their fare share of harassment and sorrow. Princess Diana (1 Storm) and Yoko Ono (2 Storm) are good examples of the turbulence that surrounds this sign. Diana was killed in a highly controversial car crash and Yoko Ono is widely held responsible for the break up of the Beatles. This predilection for being at the center of trouble is a shame because Storm natives are often incredibly compassionate and sensitive to others. In fact, this sensitivity is often their undoing. They may find themselves too thin-skinned to handle many situations that are easy for other people. When talking to a Storm native, some people feel they are one big button waiting to be pressed. This may not be initially apparent as their left-hand power, the Serpent, may mask it. Their future sign is the deeply empowered deer and their right hand sign is Corn, a symbol of wisdom and leadership. When committed to a focused and higher cause, Storm natives are dedicated a helpful members of society with a deep empathy for other human beings. As long as they commit themselves to a higher purpose, they can avoid the sadness and despair caused by the emotional storms around them.

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