To Tango With Dolphins

To Tango With Dolphins
(Gwenevere’s Story)

It’s rare that most of us in this world discover our calling at the age of 4. But this holds true for shamaness, clairvoyant, reiki master, artist and tango dancer, Gwenevere Bridge. Gwenevere is 36 years of age and currently resides in Los Angeles, but was raised in Moss Beach, Ca. She fits the worldly description of Maya Angelou’s popular poem “Phenomenal Woman”. I first met Gwenevere at a Winter Solstice Celebration held in S.Cal. She stood in front of me as we waited in line to receive a psychic consultation. Gwenevere turned around and admired the braids in my hair. Suddenly, she gave me a mini–reading on the spot and everything she revealed was true! I was impressed by the spontaneity of her gift.
Gwenevere’s work centers on empowering women. She states, “In my work, I look into the soul of the woman I am reading and counseling and tell her the story of herself. I teach women about the areas that they have gained power and the hidden areas (the shadow Goddess) so that they can grow into greater strength and understand their unique and truly individual purpose. It is obvious that it contributes to their spiritual health when they are reminded of their inherent and glorious feminine intelligence and individuality.”
In metaphysics and new age thought, we are strongly encouraged to follow our first mind, inner voice, or intuition. But how many of us really stick true to our guns when we receive a message from our inner voice especially when the message seems unobtainable or completely from left field. Gwenevere had such an experience a few years ago when a voice told her to go to Australia. Of course she had to practice what she preached. It was a difficult move for her, not knowing a single soul in the land down under and not having the financial means as well. Let’s also consider that Gwenevere earned her income from creating art, tarot and psychic readings. She gave up everything, hustled and conducted as many readings as possible to earn enough money to purchase a ticket to Australia. Gwenevere threw herself a going away party and she headed for Australia: destination unknown. Fortunately, her trip to Australia turned out to be one of the most magical and spiritually filled experiences of her lifetime. Gwenevere had no problem finding lodging or work. It was almost as if the Australians expected her. Everything just fit into place for Gwenevere. She was even hired to work at a psychic faire the first week of her arrival. The most fantastical part of this story is that she swam with a group of dolphins daily. Gwenevere experienced psychic dreams from the mammals. She bonded with several dolphins to the point that one dolphin she conveniently named Sharky waited for her every morning at 7:00am to play. Gwenevere affirms, “Self-expression is a great way to expand your mind. Obviously writing, talking, music, painting, sciences and languages can allow for greater mental balance and I think we should all seek to challenge ourselves mentally with something new as often as possible. Physically I feel the same, I never swam until I worked with the dolphins when I was 27, and I never danced until I learned how to tango at 30!” These experiences led Gwenevere to her current book project about interacting with these dolphins.
Spiritual strength is about knowing whom we are within and without. Until we tap into the source provided by the universe, our search will be endless. In closing with the words of a true urban goddess, “women could become a GREAT power through spiritual visualization and we can find a more harmonious balance with men and the world through being more Spiritually recognized. Like a serious Goddess movement. If all women could understand and integrate their inner Goddess all men would be taught by example all the benefits they are robbing themselves of by not knowing what a truly empowered woman is capable of doing for herself and all those she loves!!!”
Gwenevere Bridge can be reached at www.gweneveresdreamtime.com or by calling (310)686.9330