Fairies

Fairies

What Are Fairies?

Fairy is a fairly loose term. It basically means magical or supernatural being or creature. Trolls, Elves, Sídhe, Leprechauns, Banshees, Pixies, Knockers, Vodníks, Leshy's, Puckwudees, Stick Indians, Hide-behinds etc are all technically Fairies. But there is no fairy on Earth that looks anything like the stereotypical "tinkerbell" look they have been portrayed in the media with.

Fairies can be benevolent, malevolent or neutral. Depends on the Fae and their personality as they are all individually different like we are.

Some countries and areas believe that you should never trespass on Fairy land without an offering. Dairy produce, bread or other natural unprocessed food stuffs will suffice.

That you should never ask a Fairy a favour, they will always want one in return.

But overall, like any creature, being or soul, You should always respect them, and they will respect you. Fairies don't want to be your friend, they want to be left alone and can be easily offended. Always have respect.

What Does A Fairyland Look Like?

• Breathtaking Beauty:

  Fairyland is consistently described as a place of stunning natural beauty, with lush greenery, vibrant flowers, and sparkling waters. 

  
  

• Magical Phenomena:

  Expect the unexpected in fairyland, with magical occurrences like shimmering lights, talking animals, and enchanted objects. 

  
  

• Parallel Realm:

  It's often portrayed as a hidden realm, separate from the human world, with its own rules and laws of nature. 

  
  

• Fauna and Flora:

  Fairyland features a variety of fantastical creatures and plants, often with unique appearances or magical properties. 

  
  

• Architectural Styles:

  Fairyland can feature both humble toadstool houses and grand castles, reflecting a mix of natural and built environments. 

  
  

• Borders and Thresholds:

  Fairyland is often associated with liminal spaces like forests, hills, or even abandoned buildings, suggesting it exists at the edge of our perception. 

What Can You Expect If You Come Across A Fairyland?

Some interpretations portray fairyland as a place of chaotic energy, where the inhabitants are capricious and driven by tradition. 

When humans do enter fairyland, they may perceive it as alien or even unsettling due to its strange beauty and unpredictable nature. 

Are Fairies Male or Female?

There is no gender distinction. According to folklore, however, there are dozens of types of fairies, and a number of these types are primarily or exclusively male.

What Are 'Air' Fairies?

Air Fairies are like the wind — they change. They embody and personify the quicksilver variability of nature. When a cloudy sky suddenly clears or a wind comes out of nowhere or you hear the inspiring sound of leaves rattling overhead, air fairies are at work.

In the growth cycle of a plant, air fairies inspire the plant to push out leaves and flower. Imagine what that must feel like as a plant — that opening and breathing out. That is a key part of what air fairies bring — the opening and breathing out. The feeling of wonder and delight.

• Seeing “air fairies” in your children:

  The quick moving, ever-changing, butterfly nature of children can be equated with the influence of air fairies. Again, think of the weather — one moment bright, the next moment cloudy. You never really know. This quality is a gift of air fairies.

  
  

  So when experiencing your children and others through the lens of the fairy world, pay close attention to the “opening” quality in plants — when plants blossom. Look for that wonder, the bubbling imagination, and the puppy-like delight in everything. That is where you will find air fairies.

What Are 'Water' Fairies?

Water fairies are much less changeable but far more curious. I say curious because they tend to behave in a very consistent, steady manner … until provoked.

Water Fairies are like water — they tend to seek their own level. Imagine a lake: placid, deep, full of abundance, contained. This is the most common gesture attributed to water fairies — they are satisfied and calm.

This is apparent in the growth cycle of a plant where the water fairies influence the rhythmic up and down nature of the stem, bringing water and nutrients up from the roots and into the leaves and flowers and fruits. Steady and dependable. Simple. No nonsense.

And all of this would indeed remain steady and calm, were it not for a very important quality in water fairies: they are capable of great drama when provoked. Think of all the stories of the water nixies sinking ships and capturing sea captains. Now think of sea surges or tidal waves or intense flooding. Water can be very dangerous — and it is the same water that moments before was sitting peacefully and calmly before you.

• Seeing “water fairies” in your children:

  Think about snack time and your child is savouring every bite of that apple or buttered toast. That kind of presence and calmness and satisfaction is the home of the water fairies. Conversely, the hesitance to move or hurry or get going is also a sign that water fairies are at work. They like to stay in their pond. So keep your eyes open for when your children “seek their own level” and be prepared for moments that those water fairies are provoked … because a tidal wave might be coming.

What Are 'Earth' Fairies?

Gnomes, our most famous fairy folk, are indeed the hard workers they are reported to be. Like dwarves in the centre of the Lonely Mountain, they spend long hours mining and polishing and storing and then back to mining. They are concrete and realistic, but they are still capable of having a little fun — especially with practical jokes!

Earth Fairies are like the rocks under our feet. They are solid, dependable, serious, and occasionally difficult. They rule all that is underground and for this reason, they govern the roots of the plant. Winter is considered their season because it is during this season that the rest of the plant is dormant or non-existent. The roots, meanwhile, are alive and well.

• Seeing “Earth Fairies” in your children:

  Whenever you see a rocky disposition, whether it manifests in confident resolve or stubborn resistance, earth fairies are near. Children who are listening to the whispers of gnomes will be aware of their bodies — especially the heaviness of their bodies. It can literally look like they are carrying the weight of the world on their shoulders — like they are lifting a sack full of challenges or tasks or responsibilities. It can be challenging to relate to a child who is heavily influenced by earth fairies, but sympathy can go a long way. “Oh, that must be very difficult,” you say. “You are carrying so much!”

  
  

• Your child will likely nod gratefully and then continue to carry on — for a gnome’s work is never done!

What Are 'Fire' Fairies?

The fire folk are the flashiest of fairies! Where there is a brightly-coloured flower or butterfly, where there is a shock of lightning, where there is a rainbow or fireflies or sparkling light on the surface of a river, there are fire fairies. They are connected to the sun’s light and warmth and wherever they go, they bring the power of transformation.

Consider fire. It is the ultimate transformer. Whether the flame consumes a twig or a piece of paper or a barn, fire will very quickly transform that twig or paper or barn into a pile of ashes. On a much smaller level, fire fairies are present when you have a “spark” of inspiration or a sudden idea (light bulb over your head). You are suddenly transformed with a new way of seeing the world. Thank you fire fairies!

Fire Fairies are like the sun from which they come. They carry warmth and light. They often express that warmth and light in flashes and flickers and sparkles. In the natural world, they are manifest whenever transformation takes place — like when a flower transforms into a fruit, or a caterpillar transforms into a butterfly. They rule springtime when the natural world is coming back to life. A lot of fire fairies are needed to wake the earth up and transform dormant roots into growing plants again.

• Seeing “Fire Fairies” in your children:

  We all know when our children are influenced by fire fairies because they are full of energy and inspiration. Often their eyes are wide, they have big smiles and they are excited about something ahead. When fire fairies are near, so are ideas, enthusiasm, movement, and change. Fire fairies love courage and curiosity — anything that takes your child to a new threshold.

Overall, these mystical, magical beings belong to this world like you and I and each and every single one of them offers something great to this world.

I know from doing a little past life regression myself, that I once was also a fairy. Unfortunately my fate, at the time, didn't end well as i was trapped in a jar and cursed until death. now, i feel i was a little mischieviousif im honest but despite that, a little harsh of a punishment. thankfully I have received the help to remove this trapped energy and curse as it was leading to all kinds of issues and problems in this lifetime.

No matter what your belief, its all very fascinating!