Lone wolf explained

Perhaps it is time to explain the choice of the wolf meaning symbolically used, apart from the expression 'lone wolf'. The dictionary meaning of the expression is 'who prefers to go without the company or assistance of others'. True to the explanation below of the totem wolf, the lone wolf need not be unsocial or antisocial or asocial. It perhaps means more about the resistance to blind accultarisation characteristically explained also of self actualising people and also to situations that demand unconditional following. The lone wolf would rather be absent from such situations than be whiningly following the herd.











I am taking straight from the web site explaining the totem wolf:


To understand totem wolf symbols, one must first understand the heart of the Wolf. This takes time because the Wolf has had to endure many false stereotypes, misconceptions and misunderstandings.

Some common traits that accompany totem wolf symbols:

• Intelligence
  
• Cunning
  
• Communication
  
• Friendliness
  
• Loyalty
  
• Generosity
  
• Compassion

Not at all the picture of ferocity or terror, the Wolf is a creature with a high sense of loyalty and strength. Another misconception is that of the “lone wolf.” To the contrary, the Wolf is actually a social creature, friendly, and gregarious with its counterparts.

The Wolf is an incredible communicator. By using touch, body movements, eye contact as well as many complex vocal expressions – the wolf makes his point understood. Those with totem wolf symbols are of the same inclination – they are expressive both vocally and physically. Those who have the wolf as their totem animal are naturally eloquent in speech, and also have knack for creative writing.


Totem wolf symbols belong to those who truly understand the depth of passion that belong to this noble creature. The Wolf is a representative of deep faith, and profound understanding.


Further, the Wolf possess a high intellect, and have been observed using strategies about hunting, habitat and migration.

In history, the totem Wolf symbol appears with the founders of Rome, Romulus and Remus. Legend has it that the two founding brothers were raised and suckled by a she-wolf.

In Norse mythology, the Wolf is a symbol for victory when ridden by Odin and the Valkyries upon the battlefield.

As a Celtic symbol, the Wolf was a source of lunar power. Celtic lore states that the Wolf would hunt down the sun and devour it at each dusk so as to allow the power of the moon to come forth.

In Asia, the wolf guards the doors that allow entrance to heavenly, celestial realms. The Wolf is also said to be among the ancestry of Genghis Khan.

When this gracious creature appears to us, and serves as a totem in our lives, the Wolf beckons us to ask these questions:

• Are you thinking about a different form of education?
  
• Are you being a true friend, and are your friends being true to you?
  
• Are you communicating yourself clearly to others?
  
• Are you being loyal to yourself?
  
• Are you incorporating strategies and planning to achieve your goals?
  
• Are you spending enough quality time with yourself, friends and family?