Totem - Paphiopedilum William Mathews 'Knobcreek' Within the circle there is boundless strength, knowledge and affirmation of the goodness that lies at the Heart of Mother Earth and Father Sky. We can with confidence call upon and/or discover our Power Animals when using this essence with the clarity, strength and stillness of the timeless heart. This essence helps us to step into the Hoop of all Nations - the Nations of Animals, of Peoples, of Galaxies.