For a second time this season, the full moon is in earthy Capricorn, opposite the Sun in watery Cancer. A fine way to capture their gift is by inserting your hands into the elements: earth mixed with water makes clay. As told in ancient creation myths, stirring together the elements is what created the earth and all its creatures. Likewise: mix these two elements together in … [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...]
"Rare" is a stretchy term. But full moons occurring on summer solstice are relatively infrequent, coming every 19 years or so. This is observed in the Metonic cycle, a 19-year interval during which the phases of the moon repeat on the same dates of the year, one of the rare situations when the human calendar and the sky align. And yes, if you're being picky, technically … [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 sacred … [Read more...]
Lots of us are wishing for a better world these days. Gemini is one of four zodiac signs ruling magic (the other three are water signs Cancer, Scorpio, and Pisces). As an air sign, Gemini oversees mind magic, making this a perfect new moon for a magical spell. Goddess knows we need magic. The problems we're immersed in these days are heavy and seemingly immovable. Yet the … [Read more...]
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