Sometimes it seems like you can seek out your spirit animal based on your current state of mind and your emotions, but some experts feel that you need to let your spirit animal choose you. Observe what is happening around you, listen to your instincts, pay attention to the behaviors you see (whether by animals or other people) and be open to this connection. As for when, how and where you connect with your spirit animal, “spirit animals will be most present when you journey out of your conventional state of mind, such as during meditations, day dreams, night dreams, or other altered states of consciousness.” Lastly, once you do discover your spirit animal, learn as much as you can about that animal, person or being. Consider the qualities that you admire, share or hope to have, and pay close attention to how that animal makes you feel. Then you can decide how you plan to use your newfound awareness and this intense connection in your daily life.