What Animal Is Your Spirit Guide?

If you could compare yourself to an animal, which would it be? Do you have the strength of the lion or the wisdom of the fox? Are you a slippery customer like the snake, or a master hunter like the eagle? Our life choices define who we are, so we've put together this handy 30-question quiz to help you reveal your true spirit guide. All creatures - great or small - have their individual powers; strengths that are only revealed when faced by adversity. So let's explore what makes you tick and where you might consider turning when the going gets tough. Your spirit animal might just bring a little strength when required and a touch of sensitivity when called for. Everyone has their own way of looking at the world - this fun quiz will help you recognize yours.

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Which of the earth's precious elements do you most identify with?

Fire. The element of passion.

Earth. The element of life.

Water. The element that gave us gin.

Wood. Less said about that, the better.

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Are you a "yes" person or a "no" person?

Give me a "maybe" every time.

I like to say "yes".

Get outta my face, weirdo.

What would you like me to be?

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Where would you thrive?

In the desert.

In the mountains.

In the rainforest.

On the street.

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How do you deal with temptation?

I can resist it. Usually.

I can resist temptation. Unless it's food.

I'm quite disciplined, thank you!

This could be a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.

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How often are you forced to rely on your instincts?

Constantly. It's how you know you're alive.

I'm on my guard if I sense danger. Otherwise, I'm a teddy bear.

I don't always listen to my instincts. Then wish I had.

My instincts can be wrong at times. (I've made mistakes!)

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Are you an introvert or an extrovert?

I'm an extrovert. Surely that hardly needs explaining.

I'm somewhere between the two.

I'd say that I'm an introvert. Don't look at me.

I'm adaptable. Depend on who I'm with.

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How do you feel about the sick?

If they're part of the family, I'm there.

I'll hand them a pamphlet about their condition.

I will heal you.

I'll listen to their woes. Then make an excuse to leave.

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Do you commune with your spirit animal.

I'm not sure I can.

I compose love letters to my spirit animal.

I send mental messages.

I pray to my spirit animal.

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Would you describe your emotions as unstable?

Pretty much

Only when I feel really stressed out

Absolutely not

Only when I don't have my coffee

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Take a look at these words. Which do you identify most with?

Guardian

Instructor

Shamen

Confidante

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What is your take on "the unknown"?

I step head-first into the unknown.

If there's inherent logic, I'll take a step into the unknown.

Leave it where it is.

It's unknown for a reason, people. Best left alone.

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What mode of health do you value the most?

My physical health. If I'm strong, I'm useful.

My mental health. If I'm on top form, I'm most fun.

My emotional health. Let me be your rock.

My spiritual health. Let's build a fire and dance around it.

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Who helps you through the bumpy road of life?

I guide myself. I don't need your help, thank you.

We are as one. Therefore, if you're there, I'll ask for help.

I talk to my therapist.

I trust whoever appears to guide me. (As long as they're fabulous).

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What's your aim in life?

To have money.

To live a life of happiness.

To have success.

To be wise.

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Do you ever meditate?

Not really. My mind is too active.

Time spent with yourself is essential. Once a week at least.

Every single day.

A few times a day

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Fill in the blank: My life is heading towards the_____

East

North

South

West

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What would you like more of?

Brawn

Fearlessness

Enthusiasm

Insight

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How confident do you feel in your own character?

Supreme confidence.

I'm confident.

Not very confident.

I wouldn't even trust me.

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How would you describe yourself on your resume?

The Judge.

The Calculator.

The Feels.

The Watcher.

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What is your approach to demonstrating your gratitude?

Keep them guessing.

Politeness is vital. I always say "Please" and "Thank you".

I swap skills.

If you've been kind to me, expect a card of gratitude in return.

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What drives your mindset?

My intuition.

My logical approach to everything.

My observational skills.

My creativity (and ability to make excuses).

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Which season greeted you at your birth?

Summer

Fall

Spring

Winter

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Are dreams significant?

They're just dreams! Crazy dreams.

I believe they have significance.

They're probably significant. But I'm not sure what they mean.

Absolutely!

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How would you describe your ideal spirit animal.

Fierce, strong, powerful.

Enigmatic, clever: a soothsayer.

Cautious, watchful, dangerous.

Loveable, kind, generous.

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Do you identify more as masculine or feminine?

Masculine. I'm all male.

Don't try and categorize me!

Feminine. And strong.

Whatever.

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What do you value most in a best friend?

Loyalty. It goes both ways.

Laughter.

Reassurance when you're down.

Their advice.

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Are you in contact with your inner child?

Who?

Sure am.

A little. But they need to keep quiet.

Once I've had my first coffee of the morning.

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Are you on a clear trajectory or just fumbling along?

I know the path.

I'm fine as long as I have my phone.

I'll guide you. But I'm never quite sure where I am.

I know where I'm going. Don't know about you?

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Are you easily distracted?

Yes - by family and friends

Yes - I get distracted easily.

I get distracted by my phone, mostly.

No. I'm a single-minded focus monster.

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Have you changed over the years?

No. I'm reliable. You can trust me today like you could when I was young.

I've become a better version of me.

Of course. Change is constant.

I don't really want to answer that question. (I'm worse!)

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Mike Heath

Mike has an MA in Creative Writing and is a full-time copywriter, yoga teacher, and playwright. His copywriting has taken him to dizzy heights: writing in every conceivable niche from facts about carpet slippers to portents about artificial intelligence and how to overcome plantar fasciitis (look it up) to fabulous home decor. Mike is a UK-based playwright whose work has been performed all around the world (as long as you count the UK and Western Australia). His work is available on Amazon, and you can listen to his podcast where he talks about playwriting with his sarcastic co-presenter. He runs the WriteForTheStage courses and you can follow him on @Write4TheStage (Twitter) and @_mike_heath_ on Instagram.