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To many, Turtle serves as a symbol of the Earth (Turtle Island) and is a living representation of the Spirit of Mother Earth - Turtle espouses the attributes of Tenacity, Non-Violent Self Defense, Self-Reliance, and is a skilled Navigator through its spiritual connection with the Earth - it is through this spiritual connection Turtle is connected to all living things.