Dragonflies also can specifically symbolize self-awareness, self-love and embracing your own personal power—and the abundance that reaching your potential can bring.

Dragonflies symbolize joy and happiness—especially in Native American culture. They serve as a testament to the importance of living in the moment and enjoying each day as it comes.

Meanwhile, dragonflies in Indian culture are associated with vision and intuition. Sounds like we can do with this symbolism what we want, that is if you believe signs. Here are some other meanings.

The tentative date for installation is June 2, weather permitting. Philosophically, dragonflies symbolize change and adaptation, something downtown Naperville also is experiencing, Tufano noted.

Dragonflies have thus come to exemplify spiritual awakening, enlightenment and clarity, particularly for Christians. But there's much more to unpack around the dragonfly's spiritual meaning ...