2/28
“This month is swiftly coming to an end, and it feels interesting somehow to be heading into March.
I’m really “feeling” the onset of the newness emerging from the still cold and barren earth. It’s as if I am in this liminal space within the cocoon of my being. Parts of myself that have fallen away and consumed by the earth still whisper as they return to their beginnings
Vapers of yesterday gone by like a veil desperately clinging…
The anticipation of spring.
Do we truly grasp its meaning?
A cycle breaking through the darkness that is capable of giving birth to something new and different from the ashes, the potash, the decay of matter turned over in the soil of a living organism we call
Earth
Gaia
‘Mamma’
I 've endured many times. Determined , Uwaivering...
In Tree Pose this evening, as I experimented with closing my eyes as I have throughout this challenge and as I raised my hands high.
The wobble came and I began to move my arms and imagined myself as a young oak. Branches waving in the wind unprotected without its leaves….
They learn to move with the wind, to follow its flow in order to remain intact.
No matter how ecstatic the wind becomes, the tree does it’s best to go with the flow
To not be so rigid, but remembering balance, and strength…”
The above writing was done as a check-in for a team of yogis who participate monthly for the purpose of deepening our asana relationship. I am including it here because it felt relevant to do so…
Are You Unapologetically Dedicated to Your Own Mission?
Are you ready to embrace your true calling and become unapologetically dedicated to your mission? The full moon in Virgo on March 7th is the perfect time to reflect on your habits, routines, and work-life balance. This mystical transit sharpens the details of reality and calls for healthy, sustainable practices to enhance your growth.
As the moon's energy flows, you may experience mood swings, but grounding yourself in the earthy energetics of the trine can bring you back to a state of balance. To nurture yourself during this period, it's essential to refine your daily rituals and bring in tools and practices that protect your mental and physical health. Let go of any toxic habits or relationships that hinder your progress and success.
If you've been feeling indecisive lately, this energy can offer you much-needed clarity regarding the habits you need to change to achieve your bigger goals. Take this opportunity to reflect on the habits that inhibit your growth and ask yourself, "What old habits do I need to release?" and "What new habits can help me feel more secure within myself?"
As you embark on this journey of self-discovery, be gentle with yourself and avoid judging yourself too harshly. Remember to ask yourself, "What mission did I come to Earth to fulfill?" Embrace the spirit of revolution and rebellion, and let go of any resistance to change. Trust that the Universe has your back, and know that compromising your truth to please others isn't the path to liberation.
With Jupiter's call to expand beyond our trauma and pain and Uranus's urge to stand against the status quo, Taurus demands change. We must surrender our resistance to change and allow the past to bid its final adieu. Failure to do so will continue to repeat negative emotional patterns, self-sabotage, and imposter syndrome that impact our interactions with others. Let go of what no longer serves you and release unhealthy patterns to evolve as a unit.
Remember that we are never separate from the whole, and Uranus's lessons denote freedom. It's time to move forward towards that freedom and embrace the mission you came to Earth to fulfill.
The full moon in Virgo on March 7th sharpens the details of reality and assesses healthy habits, sustainable routines, and work-life balance. It's a time to let go of any residual anxiety or criticism that inhibits self-improvement during this cycle.
This transit may bring mood swings, but leaning into the earthy energetics of the trine can bring a sense of groundedness to the mind and body. Maintaining connection on all levels will be one way to nurture yourself during this period.
refine your daily rituals as a way to stay grounded. Bringing in tools and practices to guard your mental and physical health will assist in staying grounded and if there are parts of your lifestyle that are not beneficial to overall success, cut them out along with toxic people.
If you’ve been indecisive lately, this energy can give you some clarity regarding what habits you need to change to achieve your bigger goals. You may also be able to see details that you missed before. Be gentle as you make new self-discoveries, and place as little judgment on yourself as possible.
As we move forward, it's essential to ask ourselves what mission we came to Earth to be a part of. Revolution and rebellion can drive movements and awakenings, and it's essential to see where the instability dwells in our lives. Being committed to your own mission can be liberating. Compromising your truth to make others happy isn’t sexy. With Jupiter's call to expand beyond our trauma and pain and Uranus's urge to stand against the status quo, Taurus insists on change. It's time to surrender resistance to change and allow the past its final adieu. If you're feeling unbalanced, take the time to allow those feelings to come up and release any pent-up emotions that may be causing tension in your body.
Failure to change negative emotional patterns will continue to repeat habits of self-sabotage defensiveness, and the ill effect that self imposter syndrome may have upon your interactions with others. Consider what must be let go to release these unhealthy patterns.
We must evolve as a unit and recognize that we are never separate from the whole. Uranus's lessons denote freedom, and it's time to move forward towards that freedom.
Take extra good care of yourself during the Virgo Moon phase with healthy food, love, and healing treatments. If anxiety starts to get the best of you, that’s your cue to take a timeout.
Staying mentally sharp is paramount now, so it’s a good time to make nourishment new recipes.
Calming & Soothing Asana
Experience the tranquil benefits of Chandra Namaskar, also referred to as Moon Salutation is a sequence that encourages a humbling bow and a connection with the calming lunar energy of the moon. This quieting practice is ideal for those who experience stress or women during the moon days, as it aims to balance the hot and cold elements within. The key to this practice is to move at a slow and graceful pace, allowing your feminine energy to radiate as you flow through the asanas without a goal for perfect postures. To enhance the practice, one can also repeat the traditional lunar chant, "Om somaya namaha," while transitioning from pose to pose. On the other hand, Yin Yoga follows a slow-paced style that integrates principles of traditional Chinese medicine, holding postures for an extended period of time, usually 3 to 5 minutes. This style of yoga aims to target the muscles and ligaments around the hips and navel area for a deep training effect.
Crystals/Gemstones to Facilitate this Cycle:
Blue Sapphire - acts as a protective shield from life’s dangers. A communications stone, sapphire is good for self-expression and connecting with others. Enhances intuition and mental clarity.
Fluorite - promotes peace of mind, transmutes negative, low vibration energy into positive, life affirming frequency of energy. Promotes mental clarity
Lapis lazuli: Courage, wisdom, insight, balance, intuition, confidence, relaxes nervous system,
Amethyst: Happiness, wisdom, calm,healing, protection,Benefits endocrine system, battles insomnia, pain relief, eases stress
More inspirational Tips for your Moon Energy Toolbox:
Channeling the Energies of the Cycle:
When the moon is in Virgo, energy can be channeled through:
The creation of a health regimen, (or restructuring a current one if you already have one)
Getting adequate sleep/res
Tidy your workspace
Volunteer with a local charity
Preparing a garden
Spring Cleaning
Grooming of self/ fur babies
Send emails and create posts
Schedule counseling sessions
Nurture yourself with an Epsom salt bath
Plant herbs (Speaking of planting, I intend to share with you a practice which I enjoy doing where I incorporate what I wish to grow, and nurture throughout the year based on the astrological houses, but more about that in another post: Are you signed up on my newsletter?)
"The inner excavations from January and February continue as we are being propelled into this Spring Equinox period of new life. There has been much change over the past few months and with all that has been surfacing and releasing in your life, now is an opportunity to set clear vision, action-oriented goals and a game plan for forward movement. The cosmic orientation of the planets is supporting great change and major expansion. This is a time to decide for yourself what you are claiming for your life and to take the necessary steps forward as this Full Moon energy is activating movement! Be very clear with your intentions and claim them in full confidence!"
– Mariah de La Mer| best-selling author of Crystal Healing for Women
Journal Prompts:
If you’re finding that being “too critical” has been a theme for you lately, in what ways might you express your concern, suggestions, or annoyance more gently with yourself and others? you may wish to ponder these additional questions:
"What old habits do I need to release that have been inhibiting my growth?" and, “What new habits can help give me a deeper sense of security within myself?"
If you are always dotting all the I’s and crossing all the T’s of your life, and still feeling it’s not enough, try giving yourself praise for a few of your most recent accomplishments; Truly CELEBRATE them!
And lastly, feel called to reflect on the ways you are of service to others or your community.
Use Essential Oils that Promote Balance and Harmony.
Bergamot: Motivation, Balance, Joy, Strength, Success
Cypress: It helps one to stand up for themselves.
Lavender: calming, relieves tension, strengthens and tones nerves and nervous system..
Patchouli: Personal growth,protection, grounding
Peppermint: Emotional healing, overcoming addictions, Abundance
Star Anise: Encourages and stimulates the conscious mind, opening it to the Universe and the realization that we all play a part.
Archangel Raphael
With intention and a sense of reverence, you have the option to invite Archangel Raphael to aid you in your meditation at this moment. Angels are beings of light who are in harmony with the creative force of the universe, working to establish serenity and balance in our world. Archangel Raphael, whose name means "God Heals" or "God has healed," is one of the four principal angels in the celestial realm whose primary mission is to perform acts of healing. This angel oversees all of the healing angels created by the Creator. Raphael is the protector of the air and the east, representing the air element in nature. The Hebrew word Rapha, from which Raphael's name comes, implies stillness, release, and letting go.
Although Raphael assists with the healing of the body, mind, and spirit, he is particularly adept at healing physical bodies. Raphael may assist in the healing of your mind, allowing you to be more adaptable in your thoughts and viewpoints. He may also assist you in being more receptive to new opportunities and less bound to your preconceptions. If you can open your heart and mind to new prospects that are opening up for you, things may turn out even better than you had imagined. Raphael has a reputation for helping individuals struggling with addiction. Those who are fighting with addiction may benefit from calling upon Archangel Raphael's assistance. He can aid in overcoming addictions while also defending and assisting individuals in the healing and medical professions. Allow yourself to experience the healing presence of Raphael's light enveloping your body, mind, and emotions gently. Focus on your heart area, and envision an exquisite thread of emerald green light extending from your heart upwards, linking you with the universe and all that exists. Imagine yourself surrounded by a halo of glowing emerald green light pulsing with dynamic vitality. Inhale deeply, then release any tension or heaviness you may be feeling. Continue to breathe slowly and serenely as you relax more and more with each breath. Continue to breathe while receiving the emerald green healing light of love into all of your cells, softly and peacefully. Be open to the responses of your heart and mind. Allow yourself ample time to fully engage in and experience the benefits of this meditation.
You may also personalize your petitions as needed. You may use the following example:
"Thank you for allowing me to experience your essential healing and renewal.
Thank you for overseeing, shielding, and guiding me to attract and generate only that which is helpful and healing for all involved.
Thank you for enlightening my thoughts and improving my perception, so that I may witness the healing light of love in my life.
Thank you for assisting me in creating thoughts of healing and renewal in my daily life, with the goal of establishing a healthy world today and in the future."
Affirming Statement for this Cycle:
"I nurture and honor my body, always paying attention to its needs. I am embarking on a new journey filled with positive energy and strength, shedding the weight of the past to embrace the brightness of the present."
Your Work, Well-being, and daily Ritualz are Sacred
It's important to be gentle with yourself as you make new self-discoveries and not judge yourself too harshly. Remember that habits take time to change, so try to stick with consistent practice to see the benefits of your renewed lifestyle. Letting go of social expectations and committing to your own mission can be liberating. Cultivating your inner world along with incorporating grounding practices into your daily routine for ease and serenity helps as these practices keeps the enter strong. I would love to assist you in creating Ritualz which will give you peace and clarity on your journey of empowered sovereignty.
Let's stay in touch!