It astounds me that such a fragile creature, with so few aerodynamic assets can migrate thousands of miles between Mexico and the Northern United States.... if ever you question the existence of magick, you need only think of the Monarch Butterfly.
 
Transformation & self-growth – calling on monarch energy when going through major life transitions.
Ancestor veneration – especially around Samhain or Día de los Muertos, as they are seen as messengers of the dead.
Travel & guidance – monarchs’ incredible migration makes them powerful allies for safe journeys, both physical and spiritual.
Renewal of hope – they represent perseverance and beauty after hardship.