The Full Moon is in the fire sign of Leo, opposite the Sun in airy Aquarius, offering the elemental interplay of fire and air. Both elements are great for purification rituals. Fire flames up and out, burning to ashes what obstructs. Air refreshes, blowing away what is old and stagnant. Purification rituals are especially powerful when the Moon is waning, a condition … [Read more...]
Leo Full Moon Asana: Hooray for Play!
It’s the heart of winter in the northern hemisphere. Thank goodness the heavens always bring the joyful energy of Leo into the mid-winter Full Moon. Leo is for fire, for playfulness and reconnecting to your inner child, for art and creative expression in any form, and for extravagant heart sensations in the ways that light you up. Leo links us to both spine and heart. What’s … [Read more...]
Cancer Full Moon Asana
Cancer is the Moon’s favorite sign. The Cancer region of the body revolves around our center: our chest, our breasts, and held feelings in our belly. Cancerian energy is known to be empathic, sensitive, nurturing, and also to hold on to memories and sensations. With the Full Moon in Cancer always falling somewhat close to holiday celebrations, family gatherings, and the … [Read more...]
Gemini Full Moon Asana
Side Plank Gemini is the air sign ruling the flight of the mind. Its rhythm is typically “busy.” I think about having wings when the Moon is in Gemini, especially the Full Moon. Gemini governs the shoulders, arms, hands and (our human wings), the lungs. The Gemini Full Moon comes at a time when we could all use a bit more reflection. This is the pull of the Sun, opposing … [Read more...]
The Perfect Asana for the Taurus Full Moon
This Full Moon blends two different voices. Sun-in-Scorpio is watery. It represents the inner voice, honoring intuition, depth of feeling, mystery, sensuality, autumnal release and grief. The Moon-in-Taurus is earthy. Ruling the neck, throat, and song itself, Taurus guides the outer voice. It resonates with beauty, grounded strength, and the pleasures of felt … [Read more...]