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New Moon Cycle: May 4th-June 2nd

New Moon: May 4th-7th

Keywords: Peace, Quiet, Reflection, Meditation, Absorption, Nurture Health Habits, Embrace the Flow, Faith, Ignite Creativity……

The keywords for this new moon are overflowing, as are the possibilities for finding alignment and tapping into yourself this month. This past winter has been harsh for many, as we are reaching what appears to be yet another breaking point both environmentally, politically and within our social constraints. The atmosphere is suffering, our brothers and sisters are facing floods that are literally washing away their lives and many may find that while their own personal challenges are not manifesting themselves with such devastation, it is impossible not to lend our own energy to these situations through empathy. The weather is grey and has been for months and months. Just when we are ready for sun, it snows.

Embrace Reflection and Ignite Gratitude

In our journeys towards spiritual enlightenment and personal wellness, it is important that we do not lose sight of how those who are not as fortunate as us are fairing as they are forced and born into situations of devastation and suffering. And while this is not to discount our own feelings of misfortune or our own personal life challenges, it does work to put our life into perspective. If you stepped out of bed this morning and into a hot shower, you are blessed in ways that so many are not. If you brushed your teeth with fresh water this morning, count your fortunes. Your smile and face has been nurtured and prepped to face the day with clean water and cleansers. You had the option to dress yourself in clothes for the occasions of your day and you have a home to return to this evening.

This new moon in Taurus calls us to reflect on the past few months and express gratitude for our journey. Observe your growth. Where were you exactly this time last year, mentally, emotionally, creatively and from a health perspective. With this new moon, we are invited to go dark and explore our journey to date with gratitude and honour. Be thankful for the mistakes, the opportunities for learning, the ups and the downs, the times of joy and the path ahead. Honour where you were and where you presently are.

Flow Towards Nurture and Nature

The universe’s pull is strong and if we are observant, we will easily recognize the signs we are sent. With this new moon, embrace the practice of flowing. When we flow with the universe, we do not over analyze and criticize when situations are sent our way, but we move into them and join in for the ride. The universe knows exactly where you need to be so don’t resist. For example, you receive an opportunity to try a new fitness class. Observe how your mind response to this opportunity; is your initial instinct to say “No, I could never do that, there is no way I could keep up with the class, what if I look silly, what if I can’t follow along, and it’s a bit pricey isn’t it?” Whoa! Stop that train of thought immediately! Embrace the opportunity that has come up as a fun challenge that could turn you on to something new, or simply end up being a great way to spend some time, burning through old energy and opening yourself up for new.

In that same stead, if you are finding a call to find moments of peace and self-nurture, this is a great month for that. May is slow as winter works to shake off its heavy layers so don’t feel remiss if you find yourself needing a little extra time to wake up, get going and move to action. Stop and smell the roses as they say. You have the time.

In Short, Listen to Your Spirit

Go dark this new moon, spend time with yourself and find ways nurture your spirit and your health. Reflect and honour your journey, and spend time on deciding where you want to be next. Embrace gratitude for your blessings because they are plentiful.

New Moon: March 6th

Key Words: Compassion, Spirituality, Enlightenment, Karmic Friendships and Soul Mates, Confidence, Charm, Charisma, Strength

The March New Moon in Pisces brings with it an invitation to swim to the surface of the emotions that January and February have snowed upon us. Many of us have felt buried, suffocated, confused, at a lost, and drained of energy with the harshness the past two winter months have bestowed upon our physical world. It is extremely difficult to remain open to new possibilities when our bodies are clenched hard against blustering snow and bone rattling cold.

Winter is an essential part of our spiritual journeys, although we may find it difficult to feel anything spiritual at all. The dead of the winter months is when we dive into ourselves and sometimes we hibernate so hard, we lose sense of selves in the darkness of our caves. We encounter our darkest versions of ourselves as well as the darkest versions of each other. This may explain why our relationships have felt strained, why we feel we have been pushing heavy rocks up steep hills, essentially leaving us with the feeling as though we are getting nowhere.

It’s Time to Embrace Light

You have been getting somewhere. The trauma and/or confusion you are feeling is in fact more transformation. With all growth comes pain. With all movement comes friction. With every insight gained, a past belief is lost. Allow the fluidity of the Pisces water sign to bring upwards momentum to your movement. Swim to the surface, for the light of spring is just around the corner. Stay attuned to the messages the universe is bringing to you, as this new moon will bring periods of enlightenment. You may feel a small uplift in your mentality as though a cloud is slowly clearing. Take time to stop and allow the messages to come through. Guidance is coming through now in many forms. Listen before you set your intentions for this next cycle.

Confidence and Karma

Move forward this new moon with confidence and leave fear behind. But ensure your confidence serves not only yourself, but others as well. The theme of karma is strong this moon cycle, so serve your friends and community with grace and charm. Karma will bring the friends and relationships you deserve into your life this month, so be open but also weary of your words and actions and how they may affect others, particularly with Mercury Retrograde. Communication requires strong attention.

Love, Light and Blessings

In short, the clouds will start to part this new moon and we will see the promises of spring soon, both physically and metaphorically. The pain you have experienced this winter is in fact growth and an opportunity for renewal and transformation. Indulge people and practices that delight and charm you, and that physically uplift you and support you. You will swim to the surface with treasures in your hand.

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Moon Cycle: February 4th – March 5th

Full Moon: February 19th

Keywords: Good news, hope, optimism, joy, spiritual awareness, growth, abundance, understanding, happiness, good fortune

While the first new moon of the year set us in the right direction towards achieving our goals and dreams in 2019, the majority of us may feel as though January really put us through the ringer. The Super Wolf Blood Moon illuminated the shadowy sides of our selves and our relationships. We were confronted face to face with our egos and for many of us, it got ugly. In defence of our ego and selves, we fought battles that, in any other time, we would have left alone or at least approached with an altered perspective.

With this new moon in Aquarius, we are invited to honour everything that came up in January, learn from it and let it go. This is a very exciting moon cycle and we need to be free of spirit, heart and mind to reap the gifts it will bestow.

We’ve Been Waiting for This One

This new moon is indeed one of the most positive moon phases in quite some time. The alignment of the Sun, Moon, Mercury and Jupiter are signs of good luck, great news, happiness and optimism. Essentially, if you have been putting in the work on either a spiritual, personal, relationship or career level, the rewards of your efforts will start to come to light. We can look forward to a season of abundance and joy. Observe your mind as it reacts to the abundance and gifts that come your way this month. Allow yourself to enjoy every moment of happiness and deserved joy. Align yourself to attract the opportunities that you want to come into your life. They are literally floating in your vortex, you just have to allow them in.

Listen to Yourself 

The abundance of this moon cycle will be bestowed upon those who have invested in their spiritual selves. Our inner selves will be active in guiding our decision making this new moon to bring us the best results. Take the time to listen to what your guidance system is telling you. Your gut will be a strong driver to your success. Tend to your spirit this month through meditation, self-care, quiet, exercise, and activities that bring you true alignment and happiness. It is in these places and states you will have access to the messages you are meant to receive, those that will guide you on a path to great success and wealth.

Gather and Circle 

This is a beautiful month for gathering and connecting with friends and spiritual guides. Meet up with friends, set up times for close bonding or simple outings. Or better yet, go to a circling ceremony for February’s full moon. Connection will bring you prosperity,

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Moon Cycle: From December 7th – January 4th

Full Moon: December 22nd

Keywords: Anger, Irritability, Frustration, Inner Growth, Honesty, Integrity, Energy, Focus

As much as we may be ready to fly into this final new moon of 2018 with a boisterous spirit (it IS the season, after all) we would do well to proceed with caution as we look towards the finish line of the year. Setting ourselves up for the successful 2019 that we deserve means ending this one with grace, and ensuring we don’t let astral happenings conflict with our intentions.

Proceed With Caution
Everyone knows this time of year can be as stressful as it can be joyous. We are all trying to tie up the loose ends as well as ensure we arrive dressed as our best selves in the new year. That said, this new moon arrives square Mars and Neptune, causing a testing alignment that can influence feelings of anger, despair, fear, and confusion. Further to that, some people may be prone to irritability or an unprecedented desire to gain power in some way.

Be Adventurous

Understanding the cosmos is our number one tool to working with them. Knowing that we may be more prone to feelings of fear and uncertainty can help us prepare with self-awareness if we find ourselves spiralling. Now is a wonderful time to leverage the traits of Sagittarius to our advantage in order to ride the wave of unpredictable feelings and impulsive reactions, working them to our advantage. The heart of a Sagittarius is an adventurous one so treat this next month as an exciting adventure. You will have many personalities and unexpected situations to navigate. But if you focus with intention for an outcome that serves you best, you will complete this adventure with your feet firmly on the ground.

Embrace Joy 

If you notice people around you are spinning their wheels, practice self-awareness and don’t get caught up. Support those in need and help them with their challenges to the best of your ability (while making sure you are not being taken for granted, of course) Face challenges with joy, and allow yourself to dream big, embrace opportunity, and optimism. This has been an amazing year for inner growth. If you have been putting in the work, the majority of the changes and shifts that happened occurred internally. Next year, you will see that translate into the physical realm if you continue to embrace joy at every opportunity, express gratitude and practice self-love and self-care. Take stock of what came into fruition for you this year. Set new intentions during this new moon to emerge from within and claim what is yours in 2019.

Moon Cycle: November 7th – December 5th 

Full Moon: November 22nd

Keywords: Forgiveness, Transformation, Healing, Empathy, Spiritual Closeness, Manifestation, Compassion

The past moon cycle may have left you feeling slightly exposed and raw in the heart. Emotions were coursing through our spirits this past month, with Venus Retrograde still rampant and the full moon in Taurus unleashing our ego. It is entirely possible that we may have had our backs up, and tensions flared in our closest relationships, including our relationship with self. If you felt slightly out of alignment these past few weeks and had trouble finding your centre, rest assured that the new moon in Scorpio brings with it a compassionate energy that will bring relief and healing to the wounds we allowed to come to the surface this past moon.

Forgive Others, Forgive Yourself

One of the major ways we can embrace healing is through the act of forgiveness. What tensions were stirred within our closest relationships this past moon? Most importantly, what occurred during the past month that may have challenged our relationship with self? This new moon in Scorpio brings with it a compassionate energy that we can leverage to soothe and nourish our raw wounds, allowing us to extend forgiveness to those who may have done us wrong, while also allowing forgiveness to heal our own relationship with self.

This new moon, it will be important to embrace our love of self, as well as conduct strong acts of self-care and self-love. If we can nourish our most valuable resources (our inner being and our bodies) we are rightly prepared for the positive and strong transformations that this new moon can bring.

Manifesting and Transformation

The new moon in Scorpio will be an opportune time to manifest the goals and dreams we have long had in heart. This moon cycle brings with it a strong energy of transformation, that we can leverage to our benefit, with love and grace. Make sure to strongly dictate your intentions this new moon, while evaluating in your life what it is you would like to transform. Ask yourself if you are ready to become a newer version of yourself, and if you are open to what this new role will mean for you. Further to, the manifestation energy of this new moon is strong, however, we may need to revert back to the theme of forgiveness before we are able to embrace our next level of abundance. Stay true to yourself and see where you need to extend forgiveness in your life, or where you need to ask for it. Be humble, and more forward once forgiveness is granted.

Compassion and Grace

Above all, this new moon is optimal for compassion and charity. You may find your empathy to be strong. Remember that there is nothing wrong with filling your own cup before tending to the needs of others. Put your goals, dreams and health first, then move on to care for those around you from a place of complete abundance.

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Full Moon: October 24th – 26th aka The Hunter’s Moon

Key Words: Evolution, Change, Inner Strength, Self-Worth, Excitement, Personal Power

October’s moon cycle started with the new moon in Libra, with a spotlight on our partnerships and relationships. We moved into this cycle with a period of detoxification, purifying our lives subconsciously through interactions with others. People, situations and objects that no longer serve us are finding a way to remove themselves from our life experience. For example, you may have ended a working relationship or removed yourself from a toxic situation. Or you could have faced and overcome a difficult challenge, stepping into a new understanding of who you are and what you can do. Setting the stage for what’s next…..

It’s Time for a Change

The full moon in Taurus is an exciting time, bringing with it a level of uncertainty. For our ancestors, the October full moon was the Hunter’s Moon. With the Harvest Moon behind us, this is a time when we hunt and gather for the long winter ahead. From an emotional standpoint, you may be feeling anxious while ready to confront challenges ahead. This is prime game time. The stage is set for us to step into our personal power and make claim to what is fully ours. The question is, will you answer the call?

Taurus is an earthly, sensical, stubborn and thick-skinned sign. Channel that bull-like energy to propel you forward into the unknown and stake a claim on what is rightfully yours this full moon. The promotion, the client, the relationship you have been nervous to take to the next level. You deserve fulfillment in all aspects of life. This full moon will highlight what we feel is missing in areas of finance, relationships and material possessions.

If we can leverage this Full Moon energy through concerted action towards our intentions, we will see powerful manifestations unfold.

There Will Be Surprises 

Expect the unexpected. The moon is conjunct Uranus during this full moon, meaning this will be a period of change and uncertainty. The ride will be bumpy, challenging and incredibly exciting. Change is on the horizon and we are called to accept each and every new curve. Not all surprises are bad, although we may feel like it at the time. We will face situations that invite our true selves to rise to the occasion. Will you cower or will you stand strong in your new power like a bull? Leverage the strength and stubborn qualities of the Taurus. Stake unmistakable claim on what is yours. You have been calling this in for a while and now is the time to evolve into the next level of being.

Relationships

Both the Moon and Uranus are opposite Venus at the moment, signalling change in love. Avoid unnecessary tensions and dramas in relationships at the moment, including temptations and experimentations that could lead you astray from your true love. Channel the extra electricity running through your blood into positive sexual experiences, passionate flirtations and beautiful exchanges of body. This is the perfect time to give and receive with a partner, embrace love, sex and pleasure in positive ways that leave you feeling divine.

In Short
Now’s the time, you powerful being. Step into your hunter’s garb and stake claim on who you are and what you are here for; love, pleasure, success and happiness. Stock your shelves for the winter ahead and prepare yourself for the unexpected. A true hunter appreciates the game and can leverage surprises to winning advantage.

Moon Cycle: From October 8th – November 6th 

Full Moon: October 24th 

Keywords: Partnerships, Relationships, Justice, Trust, Faith, Health 

The moon indeed never lies. It’s no surprise that during a particularly disappointing time in the world from a judiciary perspective, we are entering a new moon in Libra, a sign that is represented by the scales of justice. Lady Libra is feeling a little winded at the moment. As with all moon cycles, we are more attuned to the energies of the sign the moon is in and Libras strongly value balance, fairness and justice, compassion and grace. Therefore, if you find yourself feeling  unbalanced, extra-charged, angry and triggered over current particular world (ahem, US-based) events that seem unjust and just appalling, understand that your sense of justice is working in overdrive. Honour your anger but do not let it consume you. Change comes from clarity of vision.

What Do You Believe? 

This new moon in Libra is inviting us to look inside and try to understand where our own moral checks and balances come into play. How strongly do you believe in what you say and how far are you willing to go to stand up for what is right? Be wary, as we are all feeling protective of our beliefs and bodies at the moment. With the new moon square Pluto and Venus in Retrograde, we may find ourselves in situations where we go too far to protect our beliefs, causing unnecessary issues and conflicts. By all means, protect your values, but ensure your approach is graceful, leaving you in the best light.

Women Are Centre

Interestingly enough, this new moon will highlight the rights of women as it is conjunct Ceres and quincunx Neptune. While typically this alignment brings up issues surrounding the rights of women; particularly single parents, it seems as though the rights of women in other matters are highlighted at the moment. Honour that. Take time this moon cycle to extend love, light and positive energy to the women around us; those who raised us, those who comfort us and those who stand up for us.

This is a beautiful moon cycle to circle and connect with your female allies, even if you are male. The energy of the female is strong at the moment and bonding together is a great way to soothe our souls.

A Highlight On Health 

This new moon also puts a spotlight on our health and the concept of detoxification. Whether you need a good cleanse in diet or in your life, we are called to cut everything that stands in our way of being our best selves, including bad habits and toxic people. Any moves we make this new moon to better our health and relationships will go a long way. A large transformation may be on the horizon in terms of our health or relationships, so be proactive and stand up for what’s best for you. Cut out negativity in all its forms and embrace self-love.

Moon Cycle: August 11th – September 8th 

New Moon/Super Moon/Solar Eclipse: August 11th 

Keywords: A new you, the next phase, bravery, courage, time to shine, self-appreciation, royalty, strength, energy, family bonds

Phew! It has been one crazy summer full of powerful celestial phenomenons. High planetary retrograde activity, combined with a series of powerful eclipses, a Blood moon, Super moons and more. If you are feeling a tad shook from it all, it’s completely understandable. In fact, this moon cycle will finalize a highly transformative summer for most of us, whether we are aware of it or not. Shifts happened within ourselves and out in our physical realm. For example; did you get a new job or big client? book a trip? have a baby? undergo a friend-group turnover? All transformations, big or small, that occurred this summer will be showing up in different ways through to the end of the year.

While July’s moon cycle called in the introspective feels of Cancer, as we step into August’s new moon on Saturday the 11th, we are invited to channel the powerful energies surrounding the brave and courageous Leo, the Lion. It may almost feel as though we have rested and reflected these past few months, set down the ground work, and really felt our way around our new roles and selves. All the while we were strengthening the foundations of our stages to ensure they are solid and firm for the next great phase in our lives. We are now finally ready to let the world see us for who we are and show what we can do.

The Solar Eclipse

Saturday’s new moon will align with a solar eclipse, a brief moment of darkness were we can finalize our intentions regarding what we want to achieve between now and the end of the year. Make sure to find a quiet and reflective moment during the new moon phase to write these intentions down clearly. Tell the universe EXACTLY what you want. Even if it may seem like too much, set the intention, and write down clearly (i.e. I want to make $5000 more a month). The universe has plenty for everyone. Play close heed to the 8 moon phases this month. Each will be extremely important in guiding you through this Lion cycle with intention and purpose.

You’re Going to Hear Me Roar! But Carefully 

The most important thing to remember for this August moon cycle is to allow the Lion within to come out. While being humble is always important, we are invited to celebrate our unique virtues and strengths this month, putting them to good use in order to get what we truly want. Embrace and channel confidence. Believe in yourself and give yourself the royal treatment. Lions are regal and strong.

But remember, Mercury remains in retrograde until August 17th, so while we are encouraged to speak our truth, do so with caution. Communication can get messy during this time. Further to that, don’t confuse bravery and confidence with pride and boastfulness as it can lead to embarrassment or loss. Practice humility, embrace discussion and evaluate all your options carefully before marching on into judgement or action.

Now go get it, Simba!

With the moon in Cancer and the intense cosmic happens occurring this month (a solar eclipse, a supermoon, a blood moon, etc.) many of us are computing these cosmic energies into highly emotional vibrations. Whether you’re feeling sad, tense, irritable, nervous or uncertain, agate is recognized for its loving ability to help us get grounded and focused.

Agate stones can be identified by their stunning layers and signature bands, with an appearance akin to marble. Agate comes in a range of beautiful colours such as blue, green, grey, red, brown and yellow. It is a stone that is deeply connected to the Earth and vibrates at a slow and steady pace, making it an ideal crystal for balancing and harmonizing our chakras. In fact, different colours of agate vibrate and align with certain chakras. And while some colours will soothe and open up certain energy flows within the body, agate in any colour can help us find our balance in times of trouble or unease.

The slower vibration of agate makes it an excellent crystal for daily use, offering a soothing presence that can help us centre when we feel scattered or unfocused. It is a great crystal for when you are feeling overwhelmed as it will not overstimulate or interfere with our internal frequencies, but rather help us align with a more steady energy, stabilizing the aura and bring a sense of calm and harmony.

Beautiful Ways to Incorporate Agate into your Day-to-Day

Blue Lace Agate Bracelet

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Destera Pendant

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Moss Agate Mala Beads

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Moon Cycle: From July 12th – August 10th

Blood Moon/Full Moon: July 27th

Keywords: Transformation, Change, New Beginnings, Rebirth, Strengthening Our Foundations

This week, on July 12th, we welcome a new moon that will lead us to a Full Blood Moon on July 27th. If you’re feeling transitional, emotional and a bit unsteady, trust that this is completely aligned with the Cancer season. The date of this new moon also marks the start of a powerful solar eclipse, the first of three which will happen this summer; the second will happen on the Full Blood Moon on July 27th and the following on August 11th.

This series of solar eclipses will no doubt have a powerful effect on our sense of stability. Do not expect things to remain the same. In fact, these solar eclipses could prove to bring life-changing and unexpected circumstances leading all the way through to 2020.

We love the fact that the solar eclipses of this month align with the new and full moons. As the moon blocks our view of the sun and the world is in proverbial darkness, we are invited to come out of each eclipse with a sense of rebirth, leveraging the energies for new beginnings. Working with an understanding of the planets and their shifts helps us leverage their powerful energies with focused intention, rather than letting them rule us without a sense of purpose.

Remember in this powerful time of transition that we will likely be presented with feelings of hesitation, perhaps even fear. We cannot see through the darkness and we cannot know the ultimate outcome of what is about to happen.

This is when the practice of trust will truly come into play. You may feel a strong need in your personal life to hand your trust over to the universe on the dates of July 23rd to July 26, during the Gibbous Moon phase. Expect your questions about your personal direction to be amplified during that time. The universe may throw you some curves or challenges during this moon cycle where trust will be needed.

Leverage That Cancer Energy

Remember; this new moon is occurring in Cancer, a potent and emotionally charged period, affecting our senses of security, support, our connection to our roots or heritage, our family and of course our inner sense of self (who we are, what are we doing, our feelings, our responses, etc.).

This is a time to nourish our foundations and everything that we feel a connection to as our home. Not to be confused with strictly our personal houses or dwellings, this can include anything that is in our daily vortex; people, our workplaces, our routine and of course the “home” within, our inner foundations and strengths.

Ensure to dedicate time in July to honour your inner being, your true sense of comfort and security and every single feeling. Acknowledge, confront and release. Take comfort in your sources of security; your family and your true close friends.

Expect to be called to a new beginning of sorts, one that may require you to leave behind something valued and treasured. While this will be difficult, remember new beginnings can be an exciting blessing, it’s a matter of what we learn and how we choose to leverage things going forward.