#full_moon_writings

January 28, 2021

I had to take a moment earlier in my day to sit and decompress with a comforting cup of tea. Personally, the energies feel intense and fluctuating — carrying, at times, a slightly numbing effect. I offered my reverences to Lord Saturn, the ruling planet of today’s full moon, and sat quietly, staring off into nowhere.

Interestingly, amidst it all, I felt a rather cold yet nourishing blanket of warmth. It may sound contradictory, but that is exactly how it felt. There is a blessing that emerges, yet also a sense of reservation about the trustworthiness or legitimacy of the experience. And, of course, there is what you’ve grown accustomed to and normally fall back on. I found a clear push-and-pull effect at work.

Just personal observations.

Today’s full moon moves through the sign of Cancer, embodying the essence of mother energy — the restlessness and turbulence of the surface of deep waters; waters that come into direct contact with the elements and the play of the moon’s light and shadow.

The transit takes place in the mid-section of Cancer, in the constellation of Pushya, symbolized by the cow — specifically the cow’s udder, the organ of nourishment and comfort.

There is a strong nurturing effect with this moon. Themes may arise that compare and contrast the nostalgias of life — whether pleasant childhood memories or the simple comforts we have grown to fancy in our day-to-day lives, those small sources of assurance and well-being.

With Capricorn as the opposite sign, we will see a play between our work ethic, goals, structure, and boundaries, and that innate part of us that longs to be nourished. This interplay will also be visible in our surroundings.

It is a profound dynamic.

Ideally, we strive for a harmonious flow between both spaces, though realistically it is often a struggle.

We may need to regroup. There may be a sense of failure. Many are currently moving through life upheavals, as new lights are shed on the paths that have led us to this moment.

For some, this moon will highlight a very specific area of life where there has been a strong and continuous lack — whether within the self, the family or home, work or business, or spiritual and religious pursuits. The energies will find a way to reflect these truths back to us.

A strong wind now seeks to activate the inner sanctuary. As mentioned in my last moon writing, strong Capricorn themes remain in effect, bringing a real sense of movement and the activation of dormant areas of life. There is guidance to endure through difficulty.

Some may be called to raise the standard, while others are required to hold fast to convictions and stand firm.

There is so much love here.

Have a peaceful and nourishing full moon. I think I’ll snuggle up with my babies and watch a movie.

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March 28, 2021

Today, we experience the first full moon of the spring season. The energy speaks so richly of the power to manifest, and it is doing so at a time when such themes are simultaneously playing out in nature.

The long death of winter has come to its end, and we now see the vibrant signs of life that also implore us into a new season within our own lives. Energetic dynamics around this have been fierce.

The full moon takes place in the sign of Virgo, in the constellation of Hasta. Wherever the sign of Virgo sits in the natal chart will determine which areas of life stand out with a protruding fullness — for it is within the nature of Virgo to initiate varying modalities of healing. Rebirth and transformation are continuously played out here and we will be able to see this as we consciously observe the cycles of our lives.

Hasta is symbolized by a golden hand and relates directly to using our hands to craft, shape, and beautify our world. This section of the sky embodies a pure, non-attached kind of energy, working through providing service in an equally beneficial way.

Themes related to balance and provision in an independent way — or a way that places focus upon the specificity of one’s actions are highlighted during this time. This can relate to dynamics centered around one’s body, immediate family and extended bloodline, monetary ventures and business relations, the gains we seeks in life, and spiritual pursuits or objectives. These are just some things that stand out in my minds eye.

Rest well. Stay hydrated. Eat with wellness in mind, and at the end of the day dedicate your highest and purest to objectives that bring alignment to purpose and/or integrity.

Blessed Full Moon.

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Image: The animal symbol of Hasta is a female buffalo. The art piece portrays Ragini Virati, Wife of Shri Raga. An Enthroned Lady Caressing a White Water Buffalo, Folio from a dispersed Ragamala, c. 1525

February 26, 2021

My goodness, February has been intense! With that traffic jam of planets conjunct in Capricorn finally loosening, and Mercury going direct, much of the tension now feels like it’s releasing. For me, it feels like an opening — after watching different parts of my life speed up, halt, face constriction, oscillate in circles… and the list could go on! The irony is that, despite all the drama, I’ve felt definite forward movement, though in a way that simultaneously feels stagnant.

How’s that for progress?

Well, on a slightly different note, tonight’s full moon in Leo brings a tremendous surge of power. It calls us to heal and renew ourselves by placing direct focus on our strengths — those areas of life where we naturally and organically shine. What’s particularly interesting is that the energies are also stirring contrasts, highlighting areas of non-resiliency or where we may not feel so strong. We may find ourselves oscillating between these spaces, or simply noticing the contrast more clearly.

The moon now rests in Purva Phalguni, often referred to as “The Star of Fortune,” as it is ruled by Venus and relates to security, friendship, intimacy, and pleasure. Tradition holds that Lord Shiva’s marriage took place under the auspiciousness of this grand star. Lord Surya, the sun god, also presides here, bringing the power of expansion.

There is a definite renewal in our relationship to ourselves and the commitments we make to reinforce this energy. From here, we extend the same conceptual energy outward — to our family, friends, and community.

I want to emphasize that full moons always illuminate contrasts, reflected in the opposite sign where the Sun sits. This is a mirror of maturity and integration — showing how well we balance the energies of both signs. In this case, we see the emphasis on our personal power and sovereignty (Leo), alongside our humanitarian efforts and broader vision (Aquarius). It is also a time to examine how our power extends into the community and the world.

During this period, themes of power, ego, and pride come to life. We are invited to reflect on questions such as: How do our choices affect us and others? Are our decisions rooted in love, compassion, and integrity, or in self-centeredness, false ego, and pride? Can we make positive choices for ourselves even if they have consequences for others? Can we distinguish between personal loyalty and loyalty to others? Do we only validate ourselves through the recognition of others? Can we stand fully in our own power while benefiting all members of our “pride” — ourselves included? These reflections illuminate the essence of Leo’s energy within each of us.

May we use this time to further our healing, refine our skills, make clearer decisions, build with intention, and strive always to be our best selves.

Blessed full moon to all.

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October 31, 2020

I’ve found the day rather interesting. The usual ancestral energies that rise around this time of year feel much calmer now — muted, yet potent. There is an etheric stillness that resists language. Believe me, I’ve tried. The veils are very thin.

There are moments when I like to take a step back and simply be with what is — without reaching for meaning, without trying to weave sense out of mystery. I sit and observe. I let the people and the environment around me, my shifting sentiments, and the quiet messages from beyond speak to my spirit. In that space, I can witness myself as a sentient being, in harmony with all that unfolds within and around me. No aching for the past. No scraping toward the future. Just the steady peace of being okay with now.

And this brings me back to the full moon. A particularly auspicious one. It’s referred to as a Blue Moon because it’s the second full moon to grace October, and it sits close to Mars — a planet of courage and momentum. This moon hastens the results of what we’ve been cultivating; it brings forth the fruit of long-held effort.

The moon transits Bharani nakshatra in the sign of Aries. Earlier, in April, the New Moon in Aries fell within Ashwini, the first constellation of the Ram. At that time, many of us felt a sudden surge to begin anew — to act on our desires and explore new terrain. Ashwini holds the purity of prana, raw life force, in its unrestrained expression. Bharani now takes that same life force and asks us to bear it — to cultivate, contain, and ultimately birth it. This is the work of creation, and it is the weight and wonder we carry.

Bharani comes from the same root as “bear” — as in to bear something, to carry it. It reflects feeling the consequence of that which has been sown. This constellation is symbolized by the woman’s reproductive organ, which receives, incubates, and delivers life force in its manifested form. Here, we feel the weight of past actions — which can be experienced as either positive or negative, depending on what I like to call the seed programming involved. What was the foundation on which this seed was planted or projected?

Because we are in the zodiac sign of Aries, there is a focus on our personal power and the mark it leaves. In Bharani, the energy is concentrated and tightly woven, directing its force toward creating a desired effect.

During this time, a sense of urgency may arise around a particular project or choice. We may feel the impulse to act spontaneously, yet simultaneously recognize the illusiveness of such actions — and see the necessity of the restrictive, corrective energy present. Discipline and purposeful action are essential here, particularly for refinement and alignment.

With this moon, take some time to enjoy the company of family or a long-forgotten loved one. With ancestral holidays unfolding, the time is ripe for communion with those who have passed. Feed your Spirits, dance, and play music for them. Fill your home with the fragrances that evoke their presence. Venture into the woods. Listen, receive, and also give in return. I remember times when I would sing to my favorite tree — offering her the sweetness of raisins and water in gratitude for her clearing and strength. I could go on and on.

This season has always held deep meaning for me and my family. Blessed Samhain to those who celebrate, and a Happy Full Moon to all!

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October 1, 2020

We have a very bright full moon today in the constellation known as the Warrior Star. As the planets continue to move, tension is palpable. October has arrived, bringing the beginnings of harvest alongside its share of turbulence. This turbulence arises as we are nudged toward greater truth — truth that pertains to our personal reality, including what we have been unaware of or have chosen not to see.

We are entering a cycle that calls for a fight for truth, but more importantly, for illumination of the truth — the truth within each of us. I have envisioned this in many respects with a sense of finality, perhaps reflecting patterns or repeated occurrences in our lives.

The sign of Pisces corresponds to the world of spirit, our ability to dream, and our connection to the Otherworld. It relates to things hidden and matters that feel foreign or unfamiliar. Here, there is a natural tendency toward escapism — as certain realities within our third-dimensional awareness challenge our sense of purpose and the decisions we must make. This energy can manifest in countless ways, inviting us to navigate both internal and external complexities with clarity and discernment.

This Pisces full moon takes place within the constellation of Uttara Bhadrapada, ruled by Saturn. The deity associated here is Ahi Budhnya, the Serpent of the Deep, who moves in vibration with the light of truth. Kundalini energy is present here, as this constellation relates closely to the death of the ego. It is symbolized by the back legs of a funeral cot.

Where the focus of the last full moon (in Aquarius) centered on applying medicine to address imbalanced or destructive cycles, this moon brings the energies of illumination, truth, death, and relinquishment — a call for surrender. The Piscean influence encourages us to recognize attachments and understand the necessity of release. We might envision a person on their deathbed, letting go of all worldly attachments to fully step into the reality of Spirit. These are the deep Piscean waters.

Over the next thirty days, there is a strong encouragement to navigate emotions with care and sensitivity. Conserving energy is essential, as is discerning which “battles” are truly worthy of engagement. There is a reminder to act in alignment with your highest self, placing faith into deliberate action when called.

Rituals that honor ancestors and heritage are particularly beneficial at this time, as are practices of meditation and controlled breathing. Move your body to counter tendencies toward apathy or depressive moods. Bring yourself back to your center, remain grounded, and stay connected to your truth.

Blessed Full Moon! 🍂

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November 29, 2020

As I sit here this afternoon, watching the steam rise from my thermos of green tea, I find myself mentally revisiting recent interactions. Over these past couple of weeks, I can so plainly see how the lunar energies are stirring old traumas — surfacing as feelings, memories, or even ailments within the body. I’ve especially been holding space for a few of my younger ones as they move through these waves, helping them to feel, to speak, and to listen for the subconscious messages that arrive through dreams.

This weekend’s lunar eclipse falls in the sign of Taurus. We may find ourselves drawn inward, preoccupied with the themes of comfort, pleasure, and stability. Naturally, this aligns with the season’s rhythms of gathering and reflection — times that can bring joy for some, and unease or longing for others. We each have our own stories tied to what this season awakens.

This eclipse unfolds in the constellation of Rohini, the fertile star of expansion and ascent. Often called The Star of Ascent, Rohini embodies the creative power of fertility, beauty, and growth. It is said to bestow wisdom through a direct connection to the Source of creation itself — Brahma. Here, there is both vigor and grace, a receptivity to nourishment through the senses and the artistry of life itself.

Because a lunar eclipse briefly veils the emotional mind (Moon) beneath the shadow of the physical world (Earth), we may feel a shift in our internal navigation — particularly around matters of work, business, and material security. Anything tied to our sense of comfort and stability may come under review. Paradoxes once hidden can surface now, allowing us to see more clearly and to choose differently, guided by a new angle of perception.

The energetic imprint of an eclipse can linger for months, its influence extending well beyond the day itself. It is the Universe’s way of redirecting the course — sometimes gently, sometimes not —toward greater alignment.

As I’ve sat with this energy, I’ve felt a deep appreciation for life and the web of connections it offers. There is an abiding reverence for those who continue to walk the path of growth and change — it is not easy work, and such acknowledgment is sacred.

To my family near and far, I send love. May this season bring your home the blessings of nourishment, both physical and spiritual.

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September 1, 2020

The energies of Shatabhisha are very much alive and can be felt at this time as that incessant longing for change, contrasted against outgrown modalities that have provided a certain survivor’s comfort. Shatabhisha falls within the mid-portion of Aquarius and embodies the energy of the healer or the medicine required for healing — the shaman or medicine man, and the power and ability to access what is unseen by the natural eye. These energies are synonymous with the upper portion of the skies and are also very much connected to the upper part of the mind — a space concentrated in kundalini or electric potency. We see this in the operations of the third eye or the pineal gland.

As I sit in meditation and reflect over many of the themes I see in operation at this time, there is a fervency towards divine intervention as it relates to justice and the balancing of scales on so many different levels. The part each of us is called to play falls well within the reach of our own integrity and the capacity each of us has to understand life and its harmonious and reciprocal interplay or interexchange. We are dealing in the energies of Aquarius, so there is a direct connection between the individual and the individual’s influence on — or manifestation within — the collective. This is important to perceive, but on more levels than one.

I think each of us has the ability to see the chaos in existence within our community and the world around us. Where we each may have a particular take on the roots of such imbalance and dis-ease, I have found there to be a greater resistance towards seeing or understanding how very similar energies have, and for many, continue to run through our own lives. Great pride is taken as there is a perpetual extension of the pointer finger — but much of the time, reluctance to observe ourselves from this same space of judgement.

There was a new moon transit in Shatabhisha earlier this year, and at that time we may have found new or innovative ways to move through prolonged challenging circumstances. At this particular time, the energies in motion cause us to look at where there is a fullness present. What no longer works? …and particularly as it contrasts with what we desire to see or manifest in our lives? Where are the seams bursting and in want of something new? Where can the medicine man’s remedy be best applied?

The beginnings of my work online began back in 2008 and centered wholly on holistic family lifestyle and dietary nutrition. As the years gave way to my own spiritual growth and transformation, I began to feel a shifting of energy from focus on the external dynamics of family life to that of the internal. In much of my counsel during the earlier years, I observed great ambition towards a healthy lifestyle but noticed the inherent struggle many dealt with in navigating away from trauma-based relating. It would mean taking a deeper look at the basis for which we choose to do anything within a relationship — a deeper look at our values, attachments, and roots. There began a slow evolution for my path in which I chose to delve into the psychology of the subconscious, unconscious — the shadowlands. Hence, it is with great passion that I continue this work today, along with many others.

Over the next month or so, there may be a rise in survival tendencies. We may experience this on a personal level or as it is played out by others in the environment, or both. Either way, there is an emphasis on Universal intervention and the reactionary hand of karma. The ability to make swift — but balanced — decisions also stands out now, as there is an encouragement towards honesty and faith. Move with the currents, be introspective, observe, purify through fire or water rituals, or whichever may be a preference, and take action.

Blessed Full Moon!

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July 4, 2020

We stand amidst the last eclipse of the season and are being saturated by energies that distinctly highlight the need to bring a consistent form of care to the things needed in our lives that help to evolve or grow us in a more positive and balanced direction. We can see this taking place in the world today, as we are challenged to commit to a new way of perceiving and understanding the world, the peoples of the world — and particularly those to which we have identified as “minorities” or “third world peoples.” Where we as the peoples of the world have demonstrated a blind faith in government, or in political and/or religious leaders, or in preference towards certain ideologies — circumstances around us now compel us towards re-examination and change.

There is an upscaling or a value change at hand. In our personal lives, we might question this balancing effect within ourselves to see where there might be the need to re-prioritize what we commit to. Where are there tendencies towards being one extreme or the other — where we negate to find a balance between both spaces or ways of being? Where might understanding and compassion take us farther than judgments, projections, and/or criticisms?

The energies at work now place the world and each one of us at a crossroads — a crossroads that emphasizes the need for humility. My sentiments continue to remain the same in that we can see how we care for ourselves, through the way in which we care for or lack to care for those around us — perhaps those who are quite different from us and not all that different, simultaneously.

The full moon lunar eclipse takes place in the constellation of Purva Ashada. This nakshatra spans from 13°20'–26°39' in the sign of Sagittarius and has to do with tending to, or the consistent care that is needed in nurturing our success. The constellation holds the name “Earlier Victory” and is symbolized by a winnowing basket and a hand fan — instruments that are utilized for the purpose of discriminating between what is useful and what is not, and bringing comfort and care to the growth of what is consciously intended. It is very easy to visualize the early growth and care needed for newly sprouted seedlings as synonymous with this energy.

This is also a time that is celebrated as the Purnima (full moon) of the Guru. The Guru is also synonymous with consistent care and guidance. It is beneficial to set aside time to be reflective of those who have been instrumental in our guidance and growth — and to recognize and honor this. Meditations, mantras, prayers, and chanting are all beautiful practices for this time. Solitude and quiet dedication to our growth and transformation are favorable as we move through this eclipse.

Blessed Full Moon!

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