Under a Sagittarius Full Moon, the mind can become wildly alive and difficult to contain. This can be a tricky moon if you're not paying attention. To stay centered beneath this restless Full Moon, try the following practice. If the veil that divides the visible world from the realms of the invisible could be parted this Full Moon, what sight might greet us? Perhaps a bevy … [Read more...]
3-Minute Full Moon Ritual Drawing down the moon... Imagine above you the round glowing disc of the moon, bathing you in a protective circle of light. Vibrant with energy, your space is transformed, filled with the purity of spirit. Stand and raise your arms above your head. Let your palms face each other and curve slightly toward the moon. Feel as though you’re a … [Read more...]
3-Minute New Moon Ritual Ground your body, clear your mind... Become aware of your body. Notice how gravity holds and connects you to earth. It’s as though your body is an ancient stone temple—solid, strong, secure. Sanctify this temple. Imagine a priestess is pouring sacred water and scattering rose petals, all the way down, from your head to your toes. Any anxiety or … [Read more...]
We post this ritual at every Taurus New Moon, as it's the perfect time to plan your annual Venus ritual. Perform it this month. Any Friday is good. Every Spring, on an auspicious Friday, during the Venus-ruled Taurus season, I perform the Santeria ritual for Oshun. As the Yoruba goddess of fresh waters, Oshun oversees the same delights that Venus does. I call “Venus” … [Read more...]
I was born with Venus in Scorpio—which I couldn’t relate to for years. It’s supposed to be the sexiest sign, which has hardly been true of me. Astrologers say Scorpio is a bad sign for Venus as she’s in her “detriment” here. My husband left me for someone younger, more beautiful, and sexier; so that figures, I thought. My Venus awakening wouldn’t come yet for … [Read more...]
