Dragonflies are symbolic for change, renewal, inspiration, reflection, tenaciousness, adaption, and refocus.

Dragonflies float across water, symbolic of an act of searching beyond what’s on the surface and looking deeper.

Dragonflies have two sets of wings which allow them to move rapidly, land, hover, fly, and maneuver in all directions. Dragonflies can accomplish this with efficiency of energy and movement. In other words, goals and objectives can be accomplished with simplicity and effectiveness through elegance and grace.

Dragonfly eyes use almost 80% of the insect’s brain. Their eyes can see 360 degrees around. This sight symbolizes the ability to possess insight and see beyond perceived limitations.

Dragonflies are iridescent in color on body and wings and the iridescence changes color depending on the angle and light. The visual presentation of iridescence is associated with the discovery of one’s own abilities for multifaceted skills, adaptability and sense of identity.

Dragonflies live most of their life as a nymph and fly only for a fraction of its life. This symbolizes the virtue of living fully “in the moment”. By living in the moment you are aware and focused on who you are, where you are, what you are doing, what you want, and what you don’t.

Dragonflies are highly adaptable and among the most ancient group of survivors. Dragonflies have sustained on this planet for over 300 million years. This is symbolic of resilience and adaptability amid fluctuating environments and transferences.