When You See a Blue Jay, It Could Be a Major Sign That You Need to Pay Attention

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When you see something again and again — like an angel number — you can’t help but take notice and may even believe that a higher power is trying to tell you something. For instance, seeing dragonflies could mean that it’s time to take flight and let go of the anxiety holding you back. Ladybugs signify good things could be on the way. But it’s the blue jay meaning that really hits us in the feels and makes us think twice whenever we see these brilliant blue birds.

Living in most areas of the United States, from Florida to Canada, blue jays like to reside in pine forests, but they will venture out to feast from bird feeders, cool off in a bird bath, or take flight throughout neighborhoods. Making loud, distinctive whistle-like sounds, if you don’t see a blue jay, you can certainly hear one.

But when you see that flash of blue feathers whiz by you, you can sense that you just saw something special. And there’s good reason for that. Apart from blue jays being so elusive, they also hold spiritual meaning for those who believe. If you see them repeatedly, it may be that someone is trying to tell you something.

To dive deeper into the meaning of seeing a blue jay, read on for insights from a spiritual expert.

What is the meaning of seeing a blue jay?

Among spiritual experts, blue jays can symbolize several things. For instance, since blue jays have loud and unmistakable calls, people think of them as reminders to be clear, straightforward, and communicative. Some see blue jays as special spiritual messengers. And much like the bluebird of happiness, blue jays are frequently associated with joy and good vibes.

But as Nikenya Hall, MHR, an integrative coach, psychic medium, and author, points out, symbols of any kind can mean different things to different people. When it comes to seeing blue jays, Hall says, “Spirit will speak to you in a way that you will understand, which includes cultural and individual references and experiences.”

What do blue jays symbolize?

“Birds in general symbolize a transitioned loved one is with you,” Hall says. “Birds can also symbolize that a loved one wants to communicate with you — as birds are seen as messengers — so spotting them can mean that a loved one wants to get an important message to you.”

Since this includes all birds, this sentiment is certainly true when you repeatedly see blue jays.

What do blue jays represent biblically and spiritually?

Hall says that if we look at the color blue — considered to be one of the main colors associated with healing — and connect it with the overarching meaning of repeatedly seeing a bird, a blue jay can mean three things spiritually:

• A transitioned loved one is sending you healing thoughts and energy.

• Seeing a blue jay validates that you are in need of some healing support, and a transitioned loved one on the other side is giving that to you.

• It can also mean that a transitioned loved one is nudging you to seek out healing, particularly from a practitioner (therapy, psychic reading) or experience (take a healing trip, book a therapeutic massage, try Reiki).

Although blue jays are not specifically mentioned in the Bible, their meaning can be tied to biblical ideologies. For instance, with their booming calls, one might believe that seeing blue jays is a nudge to spread the Word of God.

What should I do if I keep seeing blue jays?

“Connect with the blue jay,” Hall advises. “See if the blue jay will let you get close to it. Pay attention if a certain loved one pops in your mind, smell their perfume/cologne, or actually feel their presence. The blue jay is a messenger and can act as a conduit of energy and bring your loved one closer to you on this Earth Plane.”

If you spot a blue jay in your dreams, Hall says that a loved one is trying to communicate with you and they are taking a softer approach.

“Ask your loved ones to come directly in the next dream,” she says. “If the blue jay is leading you somewhere, pay attention to the place — it might be a place where you can get healing.”

While Hall reaffirms that seeing a blue jay is a good omen, she emphasizes that different symbols hold different meanings depending on your experiences.

“If a blue jay harmed you as a child, that is not the symbol your transitioned loved one would use to let you know they were around,” she says. “Lean on your individual beliefs first.”

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