Owls have always fascinated me. There’s something mysterious yet graceful about them, wise, calm, and quietly powerful. Maybe that’s why I feel connected to them in so many ways.

Their sharp eyes remind me of how I observe things deeply, like I’ve got my own kind of eagle eyes.

Owls also have excellent night vision, thanks to special light-sensitive cells that help them see clearly even in the darkest places. I relate to that, even in my own darkness, I’ve learned to find light and direction.

Owls are known for their loyalty. Once they find a mate, they stay together for life. If one passes away, the other often follows. There’s something heartbreakingly beautiful about that kind of devotion. Hopefully, I’ll have that kind of love too someday.

They’re beneficial to farmers, helping control pests naturally, quietly balancing nature, just as I love helping others in silent yet meaningful ways.

Their wings make no sound when they fly. This silence isn’t weakness; it’s mastery. They move with precision, grace, and purpose, like me, when I focus and move quietly but surely.

Owls can rotate their heads up to 270°, because their eyes are fixed and can’t move like ours. It’s their way of seeing the world, staying alert, observant, and aware of every angle. That’s how I like to work too: watching, learning, researching in silence before making a move.

And beyond that, in every culture, owls are symbols of wisdom, intelligence, and intuition. That’s why they’re often connected to education and knowledge, a reminder that real wisdom doesn’t always speak loudly; sometimes, it just understands quietly.

Of course, I can’t forget how beautiful every kind of owl is, from the elegant barn owl to the majestic snowy owl, each with its own unique charm and mystery.

I’m a true owl lover. But I also believe birds are meant to be free. Seeing people keep them in cages breaks my heart. They’re meant to soar, not be trapped behind bars, just like us humans. No one truly wants to live in a cage, whether it’s made of metal, fear, or circumstances.

Maybe that’s what I love most about owls, they remind me that freedom, wisdom, and quiet strength are the most beautiful things one can have.

~ Reendiana