Dragonfly Symbolism: How 21 Sets of Wings Changed My Life

When Life Sends You a Sign… in Wings

I’ve always believed the universe speaks in ways we can miss if we’re not paying attention. But in one of my lowest seasons, it didn’t whisper. It showed up twenty-one times on delicate wings.

Picture me: tired, uncertain, and feeling like even the basics of self-care were too heavy. Then, there they were. Dragonflies. One after another. Twenty-one in total. They weren’t just insects that day, they were messengers. And they brought exactly what I needed: hope, renewal, and a reminder that transformation is possible, even when you can’t see the path forward.

Why Dragonflies Hit Me So Hard

In many cultures, the dragonfly is a symbol of change, adaptability, and self-realization. At that moment, I wasn’t looking for insects, I was looking for proof that things could get better. And seeing them? It was like watching my hope take flight.

They became my turning point. The contrast between their beauty and my burnout made me realize something important: just because I couldn’t see the change yet didn’t mean it wasn’t coming.

The Email That Found Me

Days later, as if the dragonflies had opened a door, I got an email. Not spam. Not another invoice. An invitation to learn from some of the world’s most inspiring business minds. Podcasts, strategies, real talk.

Looking back, I wouldn’t have clicked if I hadn’t just experienced that vivid reminder to stay open. The dragonflies softened my skepticism and gave me the courage to say, “Okay… maybe there’s more for me than this.”

Lessons That Reshaped Everything

Those podcast episodes weren’t just content, they were catalysts. And they helped me rebuild my business and my mindset from the ground up:

  • Creating Emotional Connections – Crafting introductions that people remember.

  • Harnessing the Power of Community – Seeing networking as a door-opener, not a time-waster.

  • Financial Mastery with Profit First – Finally knowing where my money goes and why I’m paying myself first.

These weren’t just tips. They were lifelines.

The Dragonfly Catalyst

That season taught me something I now teach my clients: signs are only powerful if you act on them.

The dragonflies didn’t fix my business. But they cracked open my perspective just enough for me to see and say yes to the help, systems, and strategies that were waiting for me.

Today, I keep a small dragonfly charm in my workspace. Not because I’m superstitious, but because I want to remember what they taught me: transformation is possible, and it often begins with a small, unexpected sign.

Venus’ Bottom Line

Feeling stuck doesn’t mean you’re failing. It might just mean you’re waiting for your “dragonfly moment.”

At One21 Account-Ability, I help creative entrepreneurs and service providers find their path from overwhelm to clarity by utilizing systems like Profit First, which make transformation stick.

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