Full Moon in Pisces - August 26, 2018

On Sunday, August 26th, 2018 (4:56am PST and 7:56am EST), the Full Moon glows in the fluid and watery sign of Pisces. The sign that prefers to speak in metaphors, connects with images, andcalls the land of the imagination home. Pisces knows how to blend, she knows how to flow, and she can merge into anyone or any THING. For a Pisces, it’s less about sight and more about sensing. And oh, let me tell you, not only does she sense your feelings, she feels them as if they were her own. You’ll recognize her for her compassion and her gentle spirit that knows no barriers because all of life flows together as one. Some might call her a mystic, others a poet, and still others may see her as a dreamer. Her deepest treasure is her inner world and oh does that world seethe with life. 

Of course there’s always a shadow and Since Pisces is often without edges, it’s easy for her to drift… And drift… And drift. Sometimes this means she’s simply going through the motions and if this continues for too long then it’s easy for her becomes trapped inside her story. If this happens it’s only a matter of time befor she’ll forget how to live or engage with her life out loud. The world out there becomes too much and so she does what she does best– she escapes and finds a way to numb herself or at the very least she’ll disconnect.

So what’s happening with this Full Moon? First let’s just acknowledge that we’ve made it through three eclipses in addition to Mars and Mercury being in retrograde. Phew! That’s a lot. It’s safe to say it’s been quite intense these past few months. It’s likely you experienced frustrations brewing from all the setbacks and challenges you encountered. Luckily this Full Moon in Pisces brings us all some much needed relief. You might even find that resolutions to these struggles have already started to appear. If this is the case, allow yourself to celebrate the shift and enjoy the moment for what it is. Since it’s Pisces energy make sure you turn deeply within to see what visions might want to present themselves to you. This can happen in your waking world or even through your dreams. The art is in learning how to pay attention to them so that these images can pass on their messages to us.

I’d also like to mention that this Full Moon is making a Grand Earth Trine with the Sun in Virgo, Saturn in Capricorn, and Uranus in Taurus. So while the Pisces energy may want to pull you deep into the land of your imagination, there’s also a strong current that is calling you to put your imagination into something practical. Allow yourself to fall deeply into the action of creating something new for your life that is fueled by your passion. Whether this is a project, a ritual, a new job, or even a new idea - the time is right for you to dive in wholeheartedly so that you might see it to completion. Luckily there’s more good news: On August 27thMars is finally stationing direct in Capricorn and this will give an added boost to your workflow and assist you with your drive to create something tangible, concrete, and real over the next couple of weeks. Here’s the catch though – since it’s Pisces energy we also must be mindful about using work as an escape.

Additionally, Venus is in Libra and it’s making a harsh aspect to Pluto in Capricorn. This has the potential to stir up some intense feelings inside your relationships. It would be wise at this time to remain as clear as possible in your connections to others and be weary of situations that might call on you to compromise your integrity. Hint: stay close to your truth even if it means you might lose something in the process. Your authenticity in these moments is truly the key to your freedom and healing. 

If you’d like some promptings for this Full Moon ask yourself: What is my inner world requiring me to see right now? What dreams and images are stirring within my soul? What would it look like to put these dreams into action? Is there anything in my life that needs some resolution? What would I like to create? What would I like to celebrate in my life? Are there any relationships where I am hiding my authentic self? 

So with this Full Moon step into your dreams, play in your imagination, and find ways to bring these dreams into a tangible expression. Give yourself wholeheartedly to a project that lives close to your heart and make sure you create some moments that honor and celebrate everything you’ve been through this year. 

While we all might feel pulled during this Full Moon to go within and create something new, we will all experience this lunar energy differently depending on where Pisces is located in your chart or if you have a natal planet associated with it. If you would like a more personalized reading, I’d love to set up a session with you.

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[*Note* The ABOVE contains a personification of the sign Pisces. The sign is not gendered and the SHE could just as easily be used as HE.]

New Moon/Partial Solar Eclipse in Leo - August 11, 2018

On Saturday August 11, 2018 (2:58 AM PST and 5:58 am EST) the New Moon/Partial Solar Eclipse begins its new cycle in the colorful and expressive sign of Leo. The sign that is bold, thrives off of creativity, and needs to express everything without inhibition. She isn’t here to hide and she knows she has something to share with the world. She’s dramatic, she sees life as a stage and isn’t satisfied without an audience. She knows she’s here to be seen and so she makes sure she does everything with style. She performs not as an act to hide behind, but as a way to show and develop who she is. Some of us feel at home in Leo territory while others may want to run for cover. Leo’s shadow comes out when she becomes overly focused on herself and can only see a “me, me, me” take on life. If she’s consumed with herself then her child like energy turns into childish behavior and well, that’s not fun for anyone. One thing is for sure, with the New Moon in Leo, I’m certain you will feel the urge to: EXPRESS.

First I’d like to mention that this is the last of the Solar Eclipses in Leofor quite some time. The first of the Leo Eclipses occurred in February 2017 and the last will be a Lunar Eclipse this upcoming January, but after that it will move on to a new sign. Take a moment and reflect upon everything you’ve created over the last year and a half.I wouldn’t be surprised if you saw more of your gifts come to the forefront or maybe you became more aware of what in you needs an outlet for expression. 

This New Moon/Partial Solar Eclipse occurs while Mercury and Mars are still retrograde along with four other planets and five if we include Chiron (Saturn, Uranus, Neptune, Pluto, and the comet Chiron all retrograde right now). You can thank Mercury for any delays, detours, or setbacks you might have encountered.You can also thank her for any technical problems, miscommunication, or visits from your past. You can thank Mars for leaving the gas tank a little empty and possibly making it harder for you to accomplish the things you would like to see happen at this time. I promise these planets aren’t here to bully you. They are actually trying to help you get clear about where you are headed and what is needed from you.They are slowing things down quite a bit so that you can see the parts to your life that might have otherwise been overlooked. Sometimes taking a few steps back eventually helps you move forward. Yes, it’s that old clichéd line – but it’s true. Just to reiterate: Retrograde is really a time of reflection and making sure the things you need are in their right place. It’s almost like a test to see if what you’ve created will really hold over time. So if there are any loose ends you need to tie up –get to it.

So what is this New Moon/Partial Solar Eclipse all about? In one word: Visibility. She’s urging us to step into the spotlight and embrace our creativity. What she wants you to receive is appreciation, attention, and love. The healthy kind will help you become more of who you are and others will recognize you for all the ways in which you shine while the destructive kind will pull you deep into your ego where all you can see is you you you. Now if I were you I would pay particular attention to the shadow aspects because this is a partial Solar Eclipse and so it pulls us into the dark for a moment. Since it’s in Leo (and it’s ruler is the sun) it might appear right now as an “I want I want I want” instead of “I create I create I create.” Here’s a hint – if you get stuck in the “I wants” then find a way to create something.

Since Mercury retrograde is cozied up to this New Moon it would be wise for us to take note of that critical voice that comes either from within or from a friend. Or maybe you need to fine-tune some agreements or a contract you are about to sign. Just remember the critic isn’t bad unless we let it be. It’s ultimately here to help us catch something that would otherwise go unnoticed. Sobe prepared to check things twiceor maybe even three or four times before you sign on the dotted line. Retrograde can also symbolize visits from our past or even possibly the clearing out of “things.”

Here are some promptings for this New Moon: What would it take for me to shine?Where would I like to express myself more? What areas of my life need more clarity? What does the path forward need from me?Is there something I need to pay more attention to or look over before proceeding forward? What/Where are the loose ends in my life?

So with this Eclipse remind yourself of all the things that make you come alivefor that is the key behind almost everything. Embrace joy, expand your faith, believe in yourself, dance in your creativity, play from your soul, and let yourself be drawn into the things that make you feel the rhythm of your own heartbeat. Who knows maybe something new might want to appear for you over the next few weeks, but first you have to give it some room to move. You don’t have to have it all figured out, but it might help if youfind ways to say YES. 

While we all might feel pulled during this New Moon Partial Solar Eclipse to express who we are, we will all experience this lunar energy differently depending on where Leo is located in your chart or if you have a natal planet associated with it. If you would like a more personalized reading, I’d love to set up a session with you.

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[*Note* The ABOVE contains a personification of the sign Leo and a few of the planets. Neither the sign nor the planet are gendered and the SHE could just as easily be used as HE.]

FULL MOON/TOTAL LUNAR ECLIPSE IN AQUARIUS - JULY 27, 2018

On Friday, July 27, 2018 (1:20 pm PST and 4:20 PM EST) The Full Moon/Total Lunar Eclipse falls in the rebellious and revolutionary sign of Aquarius, the sign that moves to the beat of her own drum, carves out her own path, and isn’t afraid of being called weird. She’s different, quirky, and carries the archetype of the genius. She isn’t afraid to color outside the lines and feels even more at home when she does. You might think she’s a little odd at times and the truth is - she’s supposed to be. Her shadow is her stubbornness. She’s equipped to be unique, but if she begins to conform to a predictable life, you can be certain she’ll not only lose her freedom, but also her soul. 

So let’s talk about this Full Moon/Total Lunar Eclipse. First, unless you are in the Middle East, parts of Africa, Central Asia, and Antarctica, don’t expect to witness this magical event. However, whether we can see it or not, we will all have the opportunity to feel and experience the energy as it moves into Totality and then back out of it. 

How is this Eclipse energy different from a Full Moon? A Lunar Eclipse occurs when the earth is positioned exactly between the Moon and the Sun, and so for a time being (1 hour and 42 minutes in this case – the longest totality for the 21st century) the moon has no light reflecting on her and so she disappears as if she’s in a brilliant game of hide and seek. An Eclipse is all about a pathway, or a portal if you will, and the theme is always about change. 

In many ways it is the universe’s way of getting us to pay attention to areas in our life that are in some desperate need of renovation. It can show up in the form of creation or destruction depending on your situation. Just remember that endings are also usually accompanied with beginnings. Of course with Lunar Eclipses, the hidden things can shake us up, uproot us, catch us off guard, surprise us and thrill us to our bones. They can bring news of life’s big events, mark a turning point in our lives, and they are almost always emotional. After all, the dramatic tends to get our attention.

Now this Lunar Eclipse is greatly impacted by Mars, the planet associated with war, intensity, the warrior, and courage. It can also create destruction, passion, tension, and strife. I should also mention that Mars is retrograde and making a challenging aspect to Uranus. In other words, picture some intense, unexpected, explosive energy. Maybe even some resentment or frustration to bubble up, and certainly some unresolved conflicts reappearing or at least a conversation about them. Or maybe you are purging the past and clearing out old outdated ways of being, or maybe you need to cut chords with a person, or even things. Or maybe there could also be some confrontations that surface due to limits in your freedom or some loss of individuality. Be warned: pushing others or even yourself passed your boundaries might produce some unnecessary battle wounds. Practice stepping back from reactions and see if you can embrace any dramatic shift with some cool reason and logic. 

Since Mars is linked closely to the SN we can expect some of our old karmic patterns to reveal themselves in some dynamic and dramatic ways. If there’s something that’s been bottled up, there’s a good chance it comes to a head with this Eclipse. Maybe you’ve squashed your authentic self and have felt trapped inside what others expect you to be. Maybe it’s time for you to claim your authenticity and create your own heartbeat and rhythm to your life. Maybe something you've struggled with for months is ready to come to a close.

If you'd like some promptings: Ask yourself, where do I need to stand up for myself? Where do I need a breakthrough? Where have I been compromising myself? Are there any outdated patterns that I need to let go? If so, name them and then release them through a ritual. And if you need some courage, there’s a large dose of it readily available, all you have to do is claim it. 

A quick reminder: healthy boundaries can create greater freedom and clarity. Also remember that sometimes saying goodbye is in the highest good for all involved. The good news, Eclipses are also magical and for this one the path forward involves the North Node and the Sun in Leo. Cue authentic expression, boldness, and being seen. This isn’t just about you being unique and claiming your individuality though - it’s about you claiming your place in the world and allowing the inevitable changes to boldly move you into a higher vibration for your life. If we look at it that way - I'd say that sounds pretty cool. 

Lastly, I want to remind you that in whatever way this Eclipse chooses to visit you, it’s ultimately about breakthrough and change and it's offering you a beautiful opportunity to move out from the places you’ve felt stuck, trapped, and hindered for quite some time. In other words, let the changes - change you. 

While we all might feel pulled during this Full Moon Total Lunar Eclipse to embrace some much needed change,we will all experience this lunar energy differently depending on where Aquarius is located in your chart or if you have a natal planet associated with it. If you would like a more personalized reading, I’d love to set up a session with you.

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[*Note* The ABOVE contains a personification of the sign Aquarius. The sign is not gendered and the SHE could just as easily be used as HE.]

New Moon in Cancer/Partial Solar Eclipse – July 12, 2018

On Thursday, July 12, 2018 (7:48 PM PST and 10:48 PM EST) the New Moon begins its cycle in the watery and healing sign of Cancer. The sign that is attuned to nurturing, senses everything deeply within, and sees the world colored with feelings. She’s fluent in emotions and intuitively knows how to make you feel safe and protected. Imagine a den, a womb, a cave, or even a bubble bath or maybe even imagine that you are cozied up under a pile of blankets. Can you feel it? It’s a place where you can sink into your skin and be whatever you need to be. You can fall apart, fall asleep, or fall into the moment of your inner world. You see it doesn’t matter what you say, what you do, or what you feel because everything you express is safe here. No judgment. No fear. Only acceptance of what is. I guarantee that She’ll see your vulnerability and she’ll protect it with her life. This is Cancer. She is home. She is comfort. She is compassion, trust, and pure acceptance.

If you’re wondering where her shadow might appear- it’s when she clings too tightly to her role as nurturer. You see in this role she’s placed a spotlight on everyone else’s needs. This leaves her feeling safe, but it also leaves her feeling unknown and trapped inside her world. There’s a good chance she could live her life without anyone ever knowing who she is or what she likes or doesn’t like. To you, she is her shell, but she knows she's so much more than that. Can you feel her loneliness? The trick for her is to learn how to shed this shell and reveal her self – feelings and all. 

Now this particular New Moon will be a partial solar eclipse and it also marks the beginning of the final eclipse season for 2018. And while this eclipse wouldn’t be anything flashy on it’s own, we only have to look across the way to find Pluto in almost exact opposition. Over these next two weeks be prepared for some wild and powerful feelings to emerge. We’ll most likely experience our vulnerabilities exposed, our emotions turned up on high, and possibly even a desire to run for cover. The catch. There’s no avoiding with Pluto. So if you can’t run from your feelings, the best thing to do is to express and feel them. Breathe, and try to trust that this is all part of your process. There’s a good chance that any emotions you've buried deep down have now reached a point where they must be revealed. Sometimes this comes with some deep-seated pain, but ultimately, if we face it, we’ll begin to feel more empowered and alive. 

The bad news: there might be a monster lurking under your bed. The good news: once you face it, it tends to lose its power and in time you might just find that this monster is no longer a monster at all. In the meantime this probably doesn’t sound like too much fun and you'd probably prefer to hit the fast forward button. Just keep in mind that Mars is in retrograde and while you might want things to move forward quickly, the energy doesn’t support this. Instead, you are best served if you use this time to reflect on your needs and pay close attention to how you choose to respond to any unpleasant situations. Here's some more good news. This New Moon forms a  Grand Water Trine with Sun/Moon in Cancer, Neptune in Pisces and Jupiter in Scorpio and this will help you to surrender to these intense emotions and to let go of whatever it is you need to let go. 

If you need some promptings, ask yourself: Is there something I've been afraid to face? What do I need to feel? What have I been afraid to feel? What do I need to express? Is there an area of my life that feels unresolved? What am I hiding from? How have I felt invisible in my world? What truths do I need to claim? What would it look like to stand my ground?

Here’s a secret: When Pluto is honored in your life you’ll start to feel more empowered. Pluto likes truth, especially the hard truths. So find your courage, feel what you need to feel, open your eyes wide and look the monster in the eyes. Allow anything unresolved in your heart to seep up to the surface. Find that safe place where you can feel what you need to feel, cry what you need to cry, and even yell what you need to yell. There's power in claiming the truth of what you feel. So step into it and don't be afraid to lean all the way in. 

While we all might feel pulled during this New Moon to feel some deep seated emotions, we will all experience this lunar energy differently depending on where Cancer is located in your chart or if you have a natal planet associated with it. If you would like a more personalized reading, I’d love to set up a session with you.

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[*Note* The ABOVE contains a personification of the sign Cancer. The sign is not gendered and the SHE could just as easily be used as HE.]

Full Moon in Capricorn - June 27th/28th

On June 27th/28th (9:53 PM PST and 12:53 AM EST), the full moon glows in the sturdy and earthy sign of Capricorn. The sign that is wired for hard work, understands the need for discipline, feels joy in productivity and is inspired by accomplishment. I’ll also add that she’s not easily distracted, craves solitude like no other, values integrity above all else and when she’s functioning at her highest- she carries the archetype of the wise elder. At her worst, she becomes rigid, demanding, and controlling. If she ever turns to approval from others, it’s likely that she’ll begin to lose clarity about herself and end up a prisoner to her success. If this happens then no matter what she does, nothing will ever quite seem like it’s enough.

For this Full Moon, I’d like to mention that Saturn, the ruler of Capricorn, is hanging out very close by and is asking us to step up to the plate and not be afraid to do the hard work. With this alignment there could be some challenging situations that surface in your life whether with family, work, or relationships, but before you start to feel panicked just keep in mind that there’s a good chance that it probably feels worse than it actually is. So step back and try to get some clarity. Remember that Saturn is here to help us mature and this often happens through some necessary lessons. Sometimes lessons are difficult and at times they can be painful ones to learn, but if you can take some time during this Full Moon to be in solitude, then you’ll likely be able to listen to the voice within. 

You might even find a tremendous amount of wisdom and insight available to you if you allow yourself some solace. The key is that you must take some time to listen, to deeply listen. Meaning that it’s time for you to sit in stillness, to sit in the company of your own self without any distractions. Don’t be surprised if you find yourself feeling a bit more serious than you might be used to and there’s also a chance that some restrictions, fears, or sadness might try to creep in. If this happens, allow the emotion to come and then take responsibility for what’s yours and release what no longer serves you. Yes, it really can be that simple. It’s as simple and as difficult as we make it. 

We should also pay attention to Chiron, the comet associated with the archetype of the wounded healer, who is making a challenging aspect to this Full Moon and Saturn. In many ways Chiron is inviting us to visit those places where we have felt the most wounded. Those places within that we might pretend don’t exist, or the places within that we readily try to push down and hide from others, or even the place that holds the deepest parts of our pain. No matter how much this part has remained hidden in the past, now due to Chiron forming this aspect, it’s likely that these wounds will be triggered and made more visible. This isn’t to punish or harm you, but to offer you an opportunity for healing, transformation, and change. But nothing can be transformed without first clearly seeing, accepting, and taking responsibility for what stands before you. Here’s a little secret – This is not the time to run, resist, or avoid, but rather it’s the time to get serious about facing the reality of your wounds. It’s time to work hard to uncover whatever has been holding you back. 

The good news is that Uranus is making a positive aspect to Saturn and the Full Moon so this might ignite some unexpected opportunities and could even offer you an experience with some necessary breakthroughs. Now I should warn you that Saturn is retrograde, so while there is this positive energy flowing between these planets, you might have to work really hard to see some of these changes come into fruition. In other words, it involves your active participation. 

If any of this feels discouraging just know that there will be a Water Grand Trine involving the Sun, Jupiter, and Neptune that starts to form during the first week of July. This will hopefully alleviate some of the intensity from this Full Moon and it may even open up some exciting new possibilities for you. So for now, do the hard work and if something gets triggered in you, step back and without reacting look for the wound that lives underneath. This will give you all the clues you’ll need, as we enter into the eclipses next month.

While we all might feel pulled during this Full Moon to take some time in solitude and engage in some hard work, we will all experience this lunar energy differently depending on where Capricorn is located in your chart or if you have a natal planet associated with it. If you would like a more personalized reading, I’d love to set up a session with you.

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[*Note* The ABOVE contains a personification of the sign Capricorn. The sign is not gendered and the SHE could just as easily be used as HE.]

New Moon in Gemini - June 13, 2018

On Wednesday, June 13th, 2018 (12:44pm PST and 3:44pm EST) the New Moon/Supermoon begins its cycle in the curious and perceptive sign of Gemini. The sign that is here to see and absorb everything she can, the sign that desires to know more than she does, and embraces confusion and mystery as the signatures for her life. Let’s be clear, she’s not here to make up her mind, she’s here to fill it with all the colors of possibility. Ideas? She has plenty. She carries a childlike wonder that marvels at everything and she’s not afraid to move a million miles an hour, in fact, she can’t help it, and if there’s one word she can’t tolerate, it’s boredom. For her, there’s always something new, always something bright, always something just around the corner. To tell her there isn’t, well I guarantee she’ll prove you wrong. Her shadow might come out if you show her a truth she doesn’t want to see. Be warned: she can spin any story, any line, and any truth all without telling a lie, because for her, words are her greatest arsenal. So whether you’re right or she’s right, in an argument, you’ve likely met your match. Not to mention that with all that mind chatter, if she doesn’t seek release then it’s likely that tension will build and this will leave here in a state of complete emotional exhaustion. Ugh.

So what might this mean for you during this New Moon? It could be a time to fill your mind with some new ideas, or maybe you become more curious in any areas you might have felt stuck or labeled, and it could also be a time that you allow yourself to be captured by the wonder of this world. Another perspective might suggest that confusion has come over you and you really aren’t sure what to think – about anything. The theme is your perception and whether this is highlighted through dialogues or curious inquiries, it is likely that your mind will be active. With all this mind activity being stimulated make sure you find a release. Go exercise, talk with a friend, learn something new, be curios, go for a walk, play some tennis – just allow yourself some space and maybe even some quiet. Refrain from any sweeping claims and if all else fails, ask questions. 

Speaking of questions, during this New Moon you might want to ask: Where could I become more curious in my life? Is there any area of my life where I feel confused? Is there something new I’d like to try? Need to try? What would help me release some of the stress I’ve been holding? Is there someone I need to talk to? Is there something that I need to share? Is there something in my current world that I need to reframe? 

Now Gemini likes facts, and she will ask you to pay more attention to the information that is present rather than any opinions you or others might have about a certain topic or idea. However, since the ruler of Gemini is Mercury, and right now Mercury is in the sign of Cancer, which is the ruler of the Moon, we might conclude that this New Moon is softer than the usual Gemini energy we’re used to. This Gemini New Moon will want you to consider your feelings inside the facts. Say what? Basically, it’s time to show some emotional intelligence and you might find it easier than usual to access empathy in your conversations. The only catch is with empathy comes vulnerability and if we are left wide open, we might also become more defensive and quick to hurt or push others away with our words. During this time you might also want to consider if there are any changes you need to make in your commitments. Consider what might give you more freedom to express your truth. 

Neptune does make a very very wide square to Neptune in Pisces. The only caution here would be to not become disillusioned by any information that comes to us at this time. Remember: everything might not be as it seems and that everything you hear might not be the truth. However, with the lack of true aspects to this New Moon, expect the messages that come your way to be almost crystal clear.

While we all might feel pulled during this New Moon to engage in some new ideas, we will all experience this lunar energy differently depending on where Gemini is located in your chart or if you have a natal planet associated with it. If you would like a more personalized reading, I’d love to set up a session with you.

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[*Note* The ABOVE contains a personification of the sign Gemini. The sign is not gendered and the SHE could just as easily be used as HE.]

Full Moon in Sagittarius - May 29, 2018

On Tuesday, May 29th, 2018 (7:19 am PST and 10:19 am EST) the Full Moon glows in the fiery, resilient, and adventure seeking sign of Sagittarius. The sign that is here to expand beyond the familiar, carries an incredibly large dose of optimism, and is open to the more that exists behind and within every moment. She is the sign that thrives off of taking risks, sees life as a quest, and feels compelled to question her existence and everyone else’s, too. At her core, she believes anything is possible, relies on freedom, and when she is functioning at her best she is motivated to experience all that life has to offer. 

Her ultimate purpose is to seek after the meaning of life, and to find TRUTH in everything. Yet to arrive at a final truth means ending the quest and let’s be honest, if this actually happens then Sagittarius will cease to be a Sagittarius. In other words, the quest itself is the key for truth, not the arrival. The shadow can be felt in the “too muchness” of this sign. Faith and optimism are a tremendous gift, but sometimes this can blind us from seeing what really exists. This could lead to make some poor judgments that only gets us into a lot of trouble. Keep in mind that when Sagittarian energy is present, we must also hold the idea that life is fleeting. So while there is adventure and new life around every corner, so is the fragility of life. We must hold both of these ideas closely without needing to claim one or the other as the only truth.

So what does all this mean for this Full Moon? Well, it’s likely that this energy wants to expand your world. For some of us that will sound freeing and we’ll respond with a resounding “yes, please” and yet others of us might feel, “please, no more, I need things to slow down.” However, with this Full Moon connected to Mars, the planet that is associated with the warrior, we can expect this lunar energy to give us that extra bit of boldness and drive us further into the more of what our heart needs to experience. Another way to look at this is that maybe a “big picture” for our life is starting to become clearer, but even if it appears crystal clear, we need to not be afraid to ask the question – is this really the path I want to follow? You can also ask yourself: Where has my life felt too small? Where can I add some curiosity to my life? Where could I use more boldness in my life? Where can I choose to take some necessary risks? Where have I been overextending myself? What is my current quest?

I’d also like to add that this Full Moon is accompanied by a Water Grand Trine with Venus in Cancer, Jupiter (the ruler of Sagittarius) in Scorpio and Neptune in Pisces. With all this water energy being emphasized, we can absolutely expect some increased emotional and psychic connectivity spilling over into our world. To put it simply, your feelings might FEEL more exposed and your sensitivity to life and your inner world will be turned up on high. These are also moments where we might see synchronicities increase, your dreams and imagination could feel more activated than usual, and you might find that your intuition is dialed up quite a bit more. There’s a purpose for this Grand Trine energy that connects to your soul’s evolution, so pay attention to what arises in and around you. And while you do that keep in mind that the shadow of Sagittarius will rear its head if you claim what you experience as “THE way” or the “ONLY way to be.” 

With this Full Moon, we need to consider that the sun is in Gemini and that Mercury will soon be entering this sign. This Gemini energy reminds us to stay open to possibilities, to double check information we acquire, and to keep our eyes peeled so that we don’t blindly step into trouble due to our overzealous optimism. This is a time to stay curious and remain open to what you think you know just as much as you need to remain open to what you don’t know. In these next few days take that leap of faith, and move towards anything that will expand your world, and stay present in the quest without needing to claim your arrival.

While we all might feel pulled during this Full Moon to boldly embrace our greater quest, we will each experience this lunar energy differently depending on where Sagittarius is located in your chart or if you have a natal planet associated with it. If you would like a more personalized reading, I’d love to set up a session with you.

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[*Note* The ABOVE contains a personification of the sign Sagittarius. The sign is not gendered and the SHE could just as easily be used as HE.]

New Moon in Taurus - May 15, 2018

On Tuesday, May 15th, 2018 (4:48am PST and 7:48am EST) the moon begins its new cycle in the aesthetically pleasing and peaceful sign of Taurus. The sign that delights in her senses and finds fulfillment in the simple pleasures of the world. She’s the sign that must feel the earth beneath her feet and longs to smell each rose blooming in the garden. She’ll intentionally walk by the water at moonlight simply to see the soft glow ripple across the water and while she’s there, she’ll love the feeling of the night air caressing her skin, oh and I’m quite certain she’ll soak up the sound of the waves breaking in the distance. Can you tell how much she uses her senses to crawl into the crevices of life? 

She’ll gladly cozy up next to you on the couch and take her time in showing you how much she loves the feel of skin to skin because she thrives when she feels the texture of her surroundings. She’ll savor every bite of her meal, and appreciates the ambiance of a place just as much as the taste of her food. She isn’t here to talk or dissect the complexities of life, but she’s most certainly here to awaken her senses to what is real. She knows with ease that words aren’t needed to fill the spaces and that stillness is what offers the enjoyment of a moment. To put it simply, Taurus is here to experience serenity and know the pulse of peace. 

I’ll also add that Taurus enjoys the comfort of the material world and while comfort might bring security, this same comfort can also smother and suffocate her into a life of monotonous routine that needs “things” to bring her joy. This shadow side seeps in when Taurus confuses these things in the outer world as a means to provide her with some inner peace. If this happens, her enjoyment is sacrificed and what she thought she once possessed now possesses her. If this becomes her truth, then it is only a matter of time until she becomes stuck inside her own boredom of predictable stability. The tricky thing for Taurus is that while she’s determined, she can also be incredibly stubborn and this means if she doesn’t feel resolved to change, then she most definitely won’t. If this becomes her story, it’s very likely that she’ll lose her peace.

So what does this mean for this New Moon? Take some time to center in your body, find what calms you and before you take action make sure you ground yourself in the present moment. You can do this by placing your hand on your chest and allowing yourself to literally feel the beat of your heart. You could also take a walk outside and allow silence to fill the spaces. Use your senses to listen to the world outside of you and don’t be afraid to go and do something that allows you to truly savor the moment. If you need some promptings ask yourself: Where have I not allowed myself enjoyment? What does my body long to feel? When is the last time I felt the ground beneath my feet? What is the texture of my life? How can I climb inside of this texture, so I can feel it? What can I create with my hands? This New Moon isn’t about too much pondering though, so feel these questions and then and go and be in the movement of your body. 

I’d also like to add that Uranus is moving into Taurus a few hours after this New Moon and then not too long after that Mars will be move into the sign of Aquarius (whose ruler is Uranus). While some of you might find these shifts freeing others of you might find you want to cling to your old and familiar comforts. Regardless of your response, it’s quite obvious that change is in the air and it’s up to you in terms of how you want to handle it. Not only are these two planets shifting energy they will also be making a challenging aspect to one another. With this powerful formation, we might conclude that something radical, erratic, spontaneous, and impulsive might want to free you from the monotonous cycle of the predictable routine you’ve been living. So ready or not, change is most definitely coming. 

I’ll leave you with this: If your natural response is to resist change, then maybe with this New Moon, see if you can trust the process that is unfolding before you. Maybe you’ll find an area of your life that you’ve neglected for far too long and now it’s screaming for you to feel it through your senses. I should also mention that Jupiter is in a wide opposition to this New Moon and will most likely fill this energy with some added faith and abundance. This might be exactly what you need to help you extend your playground beyond the edges of what you’ve always known. Since we are dealing with Taurus, I’ll caution you that not all that glitters is gold. In other words, be mindful of over indulging or getting lost in the pleasures of the world. If all else fails, simply go outside and marvel at the magiKal world we live in and remember: peace is always available to you, even in your darkest hours.

While we all might feel pulled during this New Moon to open up to our senses, we will each experience this lunar energy differently depending on where Taurus is located in your chart or if you have a natal planet associated with it. If you would like a more personalized reading, I’d love to set up a session with you.

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[*Note* The ABOVE contains a personification of the sign Taurus. The sign is not gendered and the SHE could just as easily be used as HE.]

Full Moon in Scorpio - April 29, 2018

On Sunday, April 29th, 2018 (5:58 PM PST and 8:58 EST), the Full Moon glows in the watery and penetrating sign of Scorpio. The sign that is here to make the unconscious conscious, the sign that lives in the depths, and is quite fluent in the language of death and rebirth. Scorpio energy knows how to feel, she knows how to penetrate your soul and pull back the veil on your inner most secrets. She is wired to look deeply, and she needs truth almost as much as the air she breathes. I’m not talking about a meaning of life kind of truth, but rather the truth of a moment, the truth of what it exists, and the truth of who you are. She’s concerned with what’s real and if you lie to her, it’s sure to bring out the scorpions from within. We wouldn’t want that, would we?

So what does all this mean for this Full Moon? It’s likely that emotions intensify, the truth is exposed, and there might be a drive to connect more deeply, claim your power, and open to that which is ready for you to transform. I mean that doesn’t sound too bad, does it? And yet sometimes the truth can be scary, sometimes it feels like too much to hold, and sometimes the truth causes us to hide. Scorpio is asking you to take a deep dive within and claim what is real for yourself. She’s asking you to peel back the layers so that you can see your life more clearly. If you hide from your truth, you can be sure those fears lurking in the depths will eventually come to drag you down or even worse they will spill out sideways onto others. And let’s be honest, if that happens things are going to get quite messy real fast. 

This Scorpio Moon and Taurus Sun are making a harsh aspect with the nodes of the moon in Leo and Aquarius and this might suggest that you feel a longing to be seen and yet also terrified of what that might mean. Here's a hint, with this aspect allow yourself the freedom to express. Don't hold back. To bear one’s soul in the face of another is powerful and yet it’s also completely vulnerable. The key is to remember that the other person doesn’t hold the power of who you are unless you let them. If someone doesn’t feel safe enough for you to reveal your truth, then maybe that someone isn’t part of your soul tribe. 

So maybe ask yourself some of these questions. What are the parts of me that I’ve been too afraid to share? Who are the ones that I can trust with my soul? What would it take for me to show you all of me? What am I hiding even from myself? What it would look like for someone to fully see me? How might I make the invisible visible? Transformation occurs when we can first accept what is present. So sit with these questions. Feel them. Learn them. Know them. Embrace them and instead of trying to answer them, live them. 

The good news is that this Full Moon makes a friendly connection to Saturn, the planet of discipline, hard work, limits, and lessons, so it will help you feel more grounded. It will offer you an opportunity to stand firmly in the truth of who you are and that is most definitely something worth claiming. 

While we all might feel pulled during this Full Moon to look deeply within, we will each experience this lunar energy differently depending on where Scorpio is located in your chart or if you have a natal planet associated with it. If you would like a more personalized reading, I’d love to set up a session with you.

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[*Note* The ABOVE contains a personification of the sign Scorpio. The sign is not gendered and the She could just as easily be used as He.]

New Moon in Aries - April 15, 2018

On Sunday, April 15, 2018 (6:57pm PST and 9:57pm EST), the moon begins its new cycle in the fiery and passionate sign of Aries. The sign that thirsts for life, is full of energy, and has the heart of the warrior. She’s determined. She knows how to go after what she wants and when she’s told “no” in response, she only hears “find another way.” Aries knows what it means to push through. She knows how to keep moving. You see Aries is wired for battle and rightly so, because what she’s really here to develop is a large dose of courage. 

So what does this mean for this New Moon? First I need to mention that the quirky and rebellious planet Uranus has been hanging out in Aries for quite some time now and this New Moon just so happens to make a very close alignment to this unpredictable energy. So what happens when we put Uranus, the Sun, and the Moon all cozied up in the intense sign of Aries? Imagine pure instinctual wildness with a large splash of bold and daring. Since a New Moon is about beginnings, and it’s clear that something powerful has been stirring in the air, I’d say get ready for some unbridled action to occur. In other words, buckle up. It seems we’re in for a ride. To where, you might ask? With Uranus, the answer is simple – we aren’t supposed to know. 

Instead ask yourself: What do you want? No, really, what do you want? If the answer feels like an automatic response, it probably is. So ask your self again, what do I want? Not the should want or the expected want, but the deep down intense thirsting for life kind of “What do I want?” Maybe you really don’t know the answer to that, but I’m going to guess and say, however you’ve trained yourself to respond, maybe it’s time for a change. So now let me ask, is there something you’d like to change? Is there something you feel that you need to do differently? And since we’re here, where would you like to see a breakthrough in your life?

This brings us to Mercury. As I’m sure you know, it’s been retrograde these last three weeks and it finally stations direct on April 15th. Mercury is about communication, our thoughts patterns, and the way in which we perceive our world. It’s highly possible that over the past three weeks you experienced some extra delays, frustrating miscommunication, some technological glitches and mishaps or even found some of your plans were derailed or placed on hold. This wasn’t to punish you, but disruptions often have the effect of slowing us down. When we slow down it's easier to see what’s been going on underneath the covers. During Mercury retrograde, you were offered an opportunity to reflect. And now you’re faced with this New Moon that’s sitting right next to the unpredictable planet Uranus. It seems pretty clear that something is trying to break free and if you haven’t figured it out, your old patterns are no longer serving you. 

I’ll leave you with this: Remember, Aries is here to develop courage. So with this New Moon, step into your skin and claim your courage. Go after what you want. Yes, really. Go after what your soul really wants. Allow Mercury to guide you and give you some clarity. While there’s a very good chance you’ll see fear staring back at you. Let it. And then look it in the eyes and thank it for fueling you towards creating something new. If you attempt to resist this new energy that’s bursting into action, then you are quite possibly up for some serious discomfort. So ready or not, this New Moon is set in motion and how you respond to it, is up to you. 

While we all might feel pulled during this New Moon to take some action, we will each experience this lunar energy differently depending on where Aries is located in your chart or if you have a natal planet associated with it. If you would like a more personalized reading, I’d love to set up a session with you.

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[*Note* The ABOVE contains a personification of the sign Aries. The sign is not gendered and the She could just as easily be used as He.]

Full Moon in Libra - March 31st, 2018

On Saturday, March 31st, 2018 (5:38am PST and 8:38am EST), the Full Moon that also happens to be a Blue Moon glows in the airy and tranquil sign of Libra. The sign that loves relationship, craves harmony, is wired to see life from the others point of view, and isn't afraid of compromise. She doesn’t care if someone is right or the other is wrong, because she’s not concerned with the truth. If you haven’t figured it out what she cares most about IS the relationship. You see she values connection more than anything. She’ll even sacrifice her own truth if it makes you happy. In many ways Libra acts as a bridge. She sees the other, responds to the other and if necessary, she becomes the other. Since she carries the weight of all these sides, she sometimes feels the chaos bubbling up within. And when she feels the pulse of chaos, her truth is that she needs to calm down. Maybe that’s why she also has a love for creating and a deep appreciation for beauty. I mean let’s be honest, there’s nothing like a little art to calm the soul down. 

Of course we can’t forget her shadow and in the spirit of seeing every side as worthy, Libra doesn’t take a side, she doesn't take a stance, and in fact she refuses to at all costs. To put it mildly - She avoids. Sometimes the easiest way to hide is to focus on the other. Sure she can plaster on a smile at a moments notice and she most certainly knows exactly what it is you want to hear. Her aim is to please, because what makes her happy, is you happy. There’s just one problem, in her drive to please, she ends up having no idea about who or what she wants and so she becomes frozen by indecision – also known as, another way for her to hide. 

Okay so now we know the energy of Libra, but what does this all mean for this Full Moon? I’m sure you can guess there’s an emphasis on relationships, connections, partnerships, and any agreements or contracts you’ve made with others. This is most certainly true, but we also need to pay attention to Mars and Saturn, who are hanging out with each other in the sign of Capricorn and making a harsh angle to this Full Moon energy. This might provide a challenge and stir up some confrontation not just with others, but also within your SELF. 

During this Full Moon don’t be afraid to look within to see how you are showing up in your relationships. Like pull out the mirror and look into your own soul type of reflection. Pause. Go look in the mirror. No, really. Go look. What do you see? Who do you see? Maybe the bigger question is- who is looking back at you? If you can’t see yourself clearly then look to your relationships –What does the relationship say about you? Dig in deep and ask- is there anything I’m projecting onto others? If you still can't see - ask your partner and then listen without defending. Just listen. 

Of course we also need to cast our gaze towards Mercury, the planet of communication, thought, and perception that is currently colored by the energy of Aries (read: fiery and passionate and full of flare) and is directly opposing this Full Moon. Oh, and Wait. One. More. Thing. Mercury is also in retrograde. Yep. It’s that time of year. So be ready for anything that has felt unresolved in your partnerships because I wouldn’t be surprised at all if old conflicts or disagreements resurface at this time. Is there a familiar pattern you find yourself playing out? Pay special close attention to your thoughts and the words you use when you’re expressing yourself. Don’t forget that communication also includes all those words that have remained unsaid.

If you felt yourself cringe a little. I completely understand. This Full Moon sounds like it’s arriving with quite a bit of baggage. Just remember you can choose to carry it with you wherever you go, or you can unpack it and figure out what needs to be released -  or in this case – what needs to be said. One thing is for certain, if you continue to hold on and keep it to yourself, then I have no doubt that the heaviness will keep weighing you down. 

So I bet your wondering how to navigate the energy during this weighty Full Moon. Well, you always have a choice, and Libra is here to remind you of the different points of view, but if you’re longing to feel some peace, then you might have to go through the fire. To say it more simply, you might have to face what you would rather avoid. The beauty in this approach is that unresolved issues can finally be placed on the table. So, if you’ve felt that your truth has been buried, then re-center, find your bearings, and utilize anything that will help you speak out with integrity. You might feel tempted to smooth things over because Libra simply wants to get along. But no matter how much you might want to sweep things under the rug eventually everything you’ve placed in hiding will start to take over your life. That's no fun.

So ask yourself: Is there something I’ve been avoiding in my relationships? What is the unnecessary baggage that I am holding? Am I ready to change the contract? Is there an agreement that no longer serves either one of us? Is chaos brewing in my life? What would it take for me to calm down? How can I become a bridge for myself? Where do I need to place some boundaries? Is it possible for me to claim my truth and still stay in relationship? 

So while this full moon might feel a little tricky at first, it’s also offering you a chance to soothe the chaos and experience some peace. But first you have to enter the fire. This won’t happen without some intentional hard work. Remember it’s not about who is right or who is wrong, but taking responsibility for your part. It’s about showing up and accepting that you can’t change the other, but you can certainly attempt to see life through their eyes. Or maybe you are being reminded that you need to see life through your own and claim your truth for once. 

While we all might feel pulled during this Full Moon to confront our deeper truths in our relationships, we will each experience this lunar energy differently depending on where Libra/Aires is located in your chart or if you have a natal planet associated with it. If you would like a more personalized reading, I’d love to set up a session with you.
 

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[*Note* The ABOVE contains a personification of the sign Libra. The sign is not gendered and the She could just as easily be used as He.]

New Moon in Pisces - March 17th

On Saturday, March 17th, 2018 (6:12am PST and 9:12am EST), the moon begins its new cycle in the fluid, intuitive, and watery sign of Pisces. The sign that prefers to speak in metaphors, plays with images, calls the land of the imagination home, and has the ability to become anything you want or need her to be. You see, Pisces knows how to blend, she knows how to flow, and she can merge into anyone or any THING. For a Pisces, it’s less about sight and more about sensing. And oh, let me tell you, not only does she sense your feelings, she feels them as if they were her own. You’ll recognize her for her compassion. Her gentle spirit sees no barriers and knows that all of life flows together as one. Nothing is separate. Everything is connected. Some might call her a mystic, others a poet, and still others may see her as a dreamer. Her deepest treasure is her inner world and oh is it a world that seethes with life. How could it not? After all, to her the world is really just consciousness itself.

Let’s touch on the shadow for just a minute. Since Pisces is often without edges, it’s easy for her to drift. And drift. And drift. Sometimes drifting comes in the form of simply going through the motions. If this happens, it’s as if she’s an observer to her world, she becomes trapped deep inside her story, unable to live or engage with life out loud. She’s lost deep within. The world out there is too much and so she does what she does best– she escapes. She numbs herself, she disengages, and she hides. Sometimes she becomes so skilled at this that she hides in plain sight. Ask yourself, is there something you’re avoiding? And is there anywhere in your life where you are simply going through the motions?

While the moon and the sun become aligned during this time, we also find that Chiron, the wounded healer, is cozied up rather close by. Don’t be surprised if old wounds, patterns, and themes resurface over these next few days, especially since Mars, the planet of action and aggression is making a harsh angle. This simply means that these wounds could come with a bit of a punch. Use this Pisces energy to go inward and explore the pain through images, your senses, and don’t be afraid to use a language that doesn’t require words. See if you can allow yourself to feel what you need to feel. Sense it. Honor it. Let it move through you. Find Compassion. Create a ritual for release. And if you feel ready, find a way to move through forgiveness and into acceptance. Remember since Chiron is a big player in this configuration moving through this pain isn’t just for you. It also contains the potential for you to impact others. But first, you must tend to yourself.

So ask yourself some of these questions: Are there any self- sabotaging patterns surfacing at this time? Are there any old wounds that are reappearing? If the wound could speak what would it say? What does it need? What in your life needs to shift? If your inner world were an image, what would it be? Is there something I need to forgive myself for? Pisces will support your inner quest. So pay attention to your dreams, move into your imagination, and find a way to create from within so that it doesn’t pull you further and further and further away from showing up in the world.

While it might feel that the pain is turned up a few notches too high, we must remember that sometimes it’s the only way that it knows how to get our attention. Even though Mars is making a challenging aspect, it also contains the fuel needed to create change. Fortunately, Jupiter, the planet of abundance, luck, and expansion is at a perfect angle to give some much-needed support to your process. Although I must add that Jupiter is known for magnifying and it might also amplify your shadow.

If it all starts to feel too much, just breathe and if you are able, create something. Your breath will lead you into the next moment. And into the next, and the next, and the next. One breath at a time. Keep following your breath until you FEEL your self connected to something much greater than your pain, your wound, your situation, and your story. There is always something bigger, because with Pisces we are connected to everything. So go outside, and look up. Look at the sky. Sense the stars. Sense the mystery and allow yourself to surrender to the unknown. Don’t be afraid to fall into it. Don’t be afraid to Become it. Embrace it. Embrace it all.

If this energy feels too boundary less for you, then the good news is that Mars is only moments away from entering Capricorn, the sign that loves structure and practicality. This could quite easily move you into some concrete action. One more thing, since Mercury is getting ready to turn retrograde, these next few weeks might require you to really slow down and pay attention to your words, your thoughts, and your surroundings. If you don’t, well then you might just find yourself stuck inside some misunderstandings: yours and others.  

While we all might feel pulled during this New Moon to visit some wounds and embrace our world within, we will each experience this lunar energy differently depending on where Pisces is located in your chart or if you have a natal planet associated with it. If you would like a more personalized reading, I’d love to set up a session with you.

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[*Note* The ABOVE is a personification of the sign Pisces. The sign is not gendered and the She could just as easily be used as He.]

Full Moon in Virgo

On Thursday, March 1, 2018 (4:52 PM PST and 7:52 PM EST) the full moon shines in the earthy and practical sign of Virgo. The sign that thrives off of growth, is finely attuned to details, prefers order, and expresses herself through service. You see, she’s wired to master something and that something could be anything, but one thing is for certain - her skills need to be utilized. She is the sign that embraces what she does because it’s also who she is and you’ll recognize her for it, too. She’s all about precision and when she’s at her best, she’s clear about who she is, what she does, where she’s going, and also where her place is in the world. Now I’d definitely call that some clarity. 

If you haven’t figured it out, then I’ll give you a hint: this girl is driven. She needs purpose, but the trick is her work must be meaningful to her. Complacency definitely doesn’t fit inside her vocabulary. And while it’s true she’s aiming for perfection, I’d also like to mention that she’s here to learn and experience some humility. You see it’s important that her skills are of service to the world because ultimately this is what transforms her.

So, where’s her shadow, you ask? Imagine worrying, nitpicking, and scrutinizing over every little thing and every little detail. Yep. You guessed it. It’s easy for her to feel overwhelmed. Oh, and her skill at noticing everything, this includes everything about her and everyone else, too. This can set her up for some serious self-destruction. It’s easy for her to become her worst enemy because from her perspective nothing is good enough. It might take lots of reminding and some deep soul work, but her art in the world is to somehow learn that she IS enough. If she doesn’t, I can promise you that she’s not going to like anything she sees. Her healing comes when she learns to love and accept herself, flaws and all. I also mentioned that she’s driven, but if she ever loses sight of her goals then doubt and uncertainty will surely creep in. It’s quite natural for her to focus on the future, but she might learn to calm her nerves, if she spent more time in the present. 

While the full moon passes through Virgo, we have four planets (Sun, Neptune, Mercury, and Venus) plus the comet Chiron pulling the energy in the opposite direction in Pisces. Nothing like a little tension between two opposing energies. Before you become concerned about what this might mean, sometimes tension is needed. Sometimes it helps us birth something new into our life. 

Pisces in her highest expression stirs our imagination, inspires us to connect with all of humanity, pulls us into the mystery, fills us with compassion, and dazzles us with all things dreamy. She sounds magiKal, doesn’t she? Now let me tell you what she’s like at her worst. She blurs lines, pushes us into illusions, masquerades as something that isn’t quit real and in the end all you’re left with is a large dose of confusion. Even though she has no boundaries, it’s still easy to get trapped because you can float forever and never commit to anything. To navigate Pisces successfully, you can’t be afraid to surrender to the unknown and sometimes (almost always) this means there’s not a lot to hold onto. 

Can you feel the tension between Pisces and Virgo? So while this full moon is urging you to ground inside a skill, move with greater clarity, and understand life more through your ability to reason. Pisces is asking you to drift off into the abyss and just dream into your imagination. So how should you handle all of this? Well the good news is that this full moon is here to help you focus, especially if you’ve been feeling a little lost lately. If you’ve been meandering and wondering what it is that you’re here to do, maybe this is the time you'll start to gain some clarity.

Ask yourself, what are you skilled at? How do you add service to the world? Is there any particular skill or talent in your life that you would like to improve? Where is your place in the world? If you don’t know how to answer that, just sit with it. I mean with all that Piscean energy you could even dream a little about what you’d like your place to be and how you would like to show up for yourself and others. Remember with Pisces, there are no limits, so feel free to dream big.

Maybe it’s simply time that you fine tuned some of your skills, or maybe you're ready to level up in the world, or maybe you need to accept that who you are is enough and that you do indeed have something to offer this world. Don’t be alarmed if those voices of doubt start to creep in, there’s enough Piscean energy to help you accept who you are and to know that you are so much more than what you do. Not to mention, Saturn is making a helpful trine to this Full Moon and he’s here to help you add in that extra dose of hard work and self-discipline so you’ll be sure to get things done. 

While we all might feel pulled during this Full Moon to focus and hone in on a skill, we will each experience this lunar energy differently depending on where Virgo/Pisces is located in your chart or if you have a natal planet associated with it. If you are interested in a more personalized reading, I’d love to set up a session with you. 

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New Moon/Partial Solar Eclipse in Aquarius

New Moon/Partial Solar Eclipse in Aquarius

On Thursday, February 15th, 2018 (1:05 pm PST and 4:05pm EST), the moon begins its new cycle in the airy and rebellious sign of Aquarius. She is the misfit, the rebel, the revolutionary, and the genius. She is the sign that dances to the beat of her own drum, prefers to color outside of the lines, exhales her own uniqueness, and needs freedom to express herself - even if this means she doesn't fit in- especially if she doesn’t fit in. But you see, that’s just it. She isn’t here to fit. She’s here to stand out. She’s here to splash her own colors. She’s here to be weird. 

She must accept that her path isn’t always easy and It’s certainly not carved out. I’ll let you in on a little secret though – she’s stubborn and I'd say with good reason. She’s often misunderstood. And when things or people are misunderstood, it’s easy to want to change them. People often want her to be more like them. The problem is they don’t understand she’s here to be different and in their discomfort they miss the beauty of her presence. If she listens to someone who can’t see or know her, she will eventually betray her own being. And for what? To make another feel more comfortable?! Let’s hope she never puts on that mask. If you try to confine her, box her in, tell her who she’s supposed to be, then you might want to prepare yourself for disappointment. If you didn't realize it yet, She’s not here to fit inside your story. She’s here to carve her own. If she falls prey to your insistence, then I guarantee she’s experiencing a death inside. You'll know if this has happened - take one look in her eyes and you'd see a hollowness staring back at you. She's compromising who she is.

There’s a shadow side to everything and while her uniqueness is her greatest gift to some she might be seen as unreliable, unpredictable, and insensitive to other’s feelings. This might feel unsafe because there’s not anything to hold onto. We must remember though that she’s not here to create a container, but she's here to set us free from it. So with this new moon, I must ask the question, what do you need to be set free from?

While some of you might be thinking it’s not fair that she gets to do what she wants, let me warn you that her loyalty to herself comes with a price. She's often misunderstood. Let’s be honest, if she’s true to herself then it’s likely that she may upset you. It’s likely that she won’t listen to you and even less likely that she’ll get back in line. She does have a beating heart and she knows it’s difficult to disappoint the ones that she loves. But she’s not here to play nice or follow anyone's rules. Let me reiterate. She’s here to shake things up. She’s here to stand out. She’s here to be different. She’s here to be weird. This is the energy of Aquarius – can you feel it?

A couple of weeks ago we had an expressive and impactful total Lunar Eclipse in the fiery sign of Leo, and now this Aquarian partial Solar Eclipse is here to illuminate that spark of genius inside you. If you don’t think you’ve met your own genius, I’ll give you a hint. It’s the part of you that isn’t looking for acceptance from anyone or anything, but has something powerful to say. Now this new moon sits close to Mercury, the planet that emphasizes our communication and perception. It’s here to help us pay attention to old thinking patterns that no longer serve us. So ask yourself: what thoughts do I play on repeat? How am I stuck? Where are my edges? What playground do I live on? What playground do I want to create for my life? What are the phrases or excuses that stop me from doing this? 

As I mentioned above there is a shadow side and with the South Node not too far from this new moon, we need to remain vigilant of falling prey to any temptation that requires us to compromise and hide our true self. This will only cause the lights on our soul to grow dim. And who wants that? So allow yourself to move closer to your own uniqueness, embrace the rhythm that is YOU, and splash your colors onto this world with YOUR natural paintbrush. Create those intentions, feel your own wildness, and don’t be afraid to move outside of your edges.

I know this might feel easier said than done, but with Jupiter in a square aspect to Mercury and the Moon, there is the possibility to see a new vision for your future. While a vision sounds refreshing and hopeful, sometimes we have to be ready to surrender the old. If we don’t, then that something new might feel blocked. So ask yourself: What am I holding on to? What stands in the way of my new vision? What needs to move, so that I can expand into who I am becoming? Who would you like to become? What are you ready to let go of? Sit with those questions. Feel them. Get to know them. 

Lastly, let’s address Uranus, the ruler of Aquarius, who is making a helpful presence during this eclipse. He’s carrying the energy of liberation and is ready to assist you in seeing your world differently. So is the North Node in Leo by further helping you find what part inside you is aching for an expression. If any of this sounds overwhelming then take a deep breath and as you exhale, ask the universe to help you feel (re)enchanted with life and to remind you of the magiK that’s everywhere and in every thing.

While we all might feel a pull during this new moon to own our individuality, we will each experience this lunar energy differently depending on where Aquarius is located in your chart or if you have a natal planet associated with it. If you are interested in a more personalized reading, let’s set up a session. 

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Lunar Eclipse in Leo - January 31, 2018

On Wednesday, January 31, 2018 (5:27am PST and 8:27am EST) the Full Moon offers us a reddish glow in the fiery and expressive sign of Leo. This isn’t any ordinary Full Moon; it’s a Supermoon, and it also happens to be a total lunar eclipse. Sounds like a lot to take in. Let’s tackle the energy of Leo first.

Leo on its own is a sign that is bold, thrives off of creativity, and needs to express everything without inhibition. She isn’t here to hide and she knows she has something to share with the world. Leo is dramatic, she sees life as a stage and isn’t satisfied without an audience. You see, Leo craves the spotlight and is fueled by recognition. She knows she’s here to be seen and so she does everything with style. She performs not as an act to hide behind, but as a way to show and develop who she is. Some of us feel at home in Leo territory while others may want to run for cover. But during this full moon whether we like it or not she’s here to offer us a gift, but first we have to step into her presence. And I have no doubt that once in her presence she will ask one thing from us: to EXPRESS.

Okay >pause< So what about the fact that this full moon is also an eclipse? Well, the moon doesn’t produce her own light, she reflects it, she responds to it and we know she gets her glow from the sun. So with this lunar eclipse, the moon moves into the Earth’s shadow, and this means the light from the sun will be blocked. Not entirely, but enough to give the moon its reddish glow. So while this just addresses the appearance, I imagine you might be wondering how does this affect me? Let’s just say lunar eclipses turn up the energy a notch or two, they accelerate the pace and are often the catalyst for big changes. What kind of changes? Well this particular Leo eclipse is occurring right next to the North Node, placing significant impact on the future. That’s right- these moments could significantly impact the trajectory of your life. But once again it requires you to act and Leo requires you to express. Hopefully you’re sensing a theme.

So this isn’t a time you want to shrink or hide behind what’s become familiar and outdated. Instead, it’s a time for you to move forward and move into what you can’t quite see. This requires trust. This requires faith. This requires boldness. All things Leo has in her back pocket. So ask yourself: Where have I been hiding? What am I ready to create? What in me needs an expression? How can I dare to step onto the center stage of my life a little more? And maybe even a lot more? If you don’t like what you’ve been creating, then how would you like to change it? What would it take for you to move forward? If your life were a performance what act are you living?

If you don’t know the answers to those questions then choose to live inside them? Move the questions forward, put them in the spotlight – let them guide you. Because I guarantee something in you is begging for you to express who you are and some part of you is tired of taking “No” for an answer. So Dream. Step out. Dance. Create. Sing. Write. Open up to that childlike part of you that remembers what it’s like to play. Allow yourself to fall in love with the wonder that your soul is aching to express. You don’t need to know what it looks like – that’s the point, paint your canvas as if you were still a five year old.

We need to take a moment and address Venus. She’s hanging out close to the South Node right next to the Sun in Aquarius. This of course makes her in opposition to the moon and North Node in Leo. Phew, nothing like a little tension to stir things up. Venus loves relationship and she’s all about beauty. But what happens if her shadow is brought out?  Maybe ask yourself are there any relationships that keep me from expressing my true self? Have I become isolated? Withdrawn? Or maybe you’ve turned your expression inward? You might also ask: How have I followed the crowd instead of engaging with my own unique genius? Is there someone I’ve been hiding behind? And while you’re at it look for those who push you to create, who inspire you to dream, and who pull the authentic you out onto center stage. These are your people.

You could certainly say that this is a powerful time and it certainly offers an opportunity for you to experience some breakthroughs. I’m sure most of us like the sound of that. Not to dampen the celebration, but with every light there’s also a shadow and Leo’s shadow falls in the area of pride. So yes - go for it, absolutely go for it, be bold, shine, and express who you are, but don’t forget to take the power of vulnerability with you. This might save you from a drastic fall if ego becomes too involved.

So here’s to stepping into the playfulness, for surrendering into the unknown, and for trusting your Self to create something new.

While we all might feel a pull during this eclipse to move towards expression, we will each experience this lunar energy differently depending on where Leo is located in our chart. If you are interested in a more personalized reading, please contact me at joey.paynter@gmail.com or check out my website at www.joeypaynter.com

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New Moon in Capricorn - January 16, 2018

On Tuesday, January 16th, 2018 (9:17pm EST and 6:17pm PST), the moon begins its new cycle in the earthy and grounded sign of Capricorn. The sign that likes boundaries, craves purpose, discipline, and hard work. He is wired for climbing, is fueled by the challenge, and deeply recognizes that no mountain is off limits or too far from his reach. He is the sign that knows the necessity of stability, feels joy in productivity, is quick to create a strategy, and knows deeply the importance of establishing a firm foundation. It’s not that he dislikes play entirely, but for him, he needs there to be purpose, because he understands that without something to stand upon or lean into, then there really isn’t anything except sinking sand. And let’s be honest, what fun is that? You see, he pushes you to be real, velveteen rabbit real, and when something is real, you can trust it. You can depend on it. You can rely on it, because you can see it. Capricorn is built for the world to see him, for who he really is. No tricks. No secrets. No hidden agendas. When he is in his true element, he is the ultimate symbol of integrity.

Of course there’s always a shadow side and Capricorn’s shadow is control. He can fall into a militant way of relating, where he demands that his way is THE ONLY WAY. His words can start to sound like commands and his actions may become rigid and petrified inside his own point of view. This shadow side feeds off of power and has an unquenchable hunger to be in a place of authority. There’s nothing wrong with power and there certainly doesn’t need to be anything wrong with holding a position of authority. However, if these archetypes start to possess a Capricorn, it can destroy any sense of life. The hunger for power will never be quenched, because there’s always something more. The position of authority becomes a place of ownership and this triggers an unwavering need to be admired and respected. This sets the stage for Capricorn to perceive others as beneath him and locked under his rule. The minute he seeks approval from others he begins to lose his grip on his SELF, and this means he’s also losing his truth. When a Capricorn loses his truth, he loses his life. We’re not talking about a literal death, but one where he has become a prisoner to his world. Enter the workaholic, a slave to his duties, and a victim to his never-ending need to conquer, because on some level he will always feel dissatisfied. Nothing is enough. He has become a prisoner to his success. And in all of his power and authority, his work is now what owns him. I think you get what I'm saying.

Now brace yourself for a minute, because the moon isn’t the only planet in Capricorn. There are actually five other planets stationed very close by. Yes, you heard me, five other planets – Saturn, Mercury, Pluto, the Sun, and Venus. When we add in the moon, we now have a total of six planets hanging out in the sign of Capricorn. To say that there’s an intense and intentional focus on embracing the reality of who you are and what you’re here to do – wellllll let’s just say that’s an understatement at best.

So what do you do with all of this serious, sobering energy? Here’s a hint: If there’s something you’ve been dreaming about doing, but maybe it has felt too big because of all the hard work it might require from you. Well, guess what? Now is the time to face the monster under the bed and tackle it with a renewed sense of commitment and discipline. You can make your dreams a reality, but not without some practical hard work. The energy is waiting for you to show up and when you do, there’s a good chance it just might require quite a lot from you. Not because it wants you to become a slave, but because it can see what you have the potential to reach, and who you have the potential to become.

So form that plan, create that strategy, and dive head first into the discipline it will take to see this project through to the end. Don’t be afraid to dream big, because remember Capricorn likes a good challenge. I’d also like to remind you that while Capricorn usually needs to retreat and spend some time in solitude, this new moon finds Venus close by, the planet that is all about relating, and the planet that knows how to add that extra splash of beauty to any room. So maybe you’ll find there’s some collaborating happening, or an outlet for your work. Maybe Venus will add that extra bit of sparkle that you’ve needed or that moment of inspiration that comes from a friend. Don’t hesitate on helping others move closer to their dreams and also don’t be afraid to ask those who might help you reach yours.

One other aspect we can’t ignore in this cluster of planets is Pluto. It’s still within close enough range of the Sun, Moon, and Venus to make an impact. And where Pluto lies, we can expect to see something ready to transform. I’m sure you would agree that transformation often involves revealing those deeper truths. Those truths that you pretend don’t exist, but if you pay them some close attention, you can hear their heartbeat. Yeah, those guys. So pay attention to those parts that live beneath the surface, because they might just have something very important to tell you. Allow the truth of who are you to be revealed. Sounds simple, but trust me, I know this requires some work and a large dose of courage. Regardless of whether or not you’re ready, Pluto is sure to place a spotlight on those areas. Believe it or not, he is here to help you see what’s real and he’s here to remind you of what desperately needs your attention.

One other planet we can’t ignore is Uranus, the planet of breakthroughs, liberation, rebellion, freedom, and individuality. Since we know that it’s currently square all of this Capricorn energy, it would be a good time to get ready to experience a breakthrough. It’s likely to create some significant change both in the collective and in your personal life, too. In other words, prepare for the unexpected. Say what? How do I do that? The key is to not resist the movement you feel from within or around you. Be ready to ride these changes with hard work, commitment, and an unwavering belief in your SELF that says --- YOU CAN DO THIS, and that you are ready to climb this mountain, not because you’re told to, but because it’s WHO you are.

While all of us will feel pulled to deepen our focus and get serious about implementing our plans during this new moon. We will each experience it differently depending on where Capricorn is located in our chart, and how our natal planets are affected by the current energies. If you are interested in a more personalized reading, please contact me at joey.paynter@gmail.com or check out my website at www.joeypaynter.com

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New Moon in Libra - October 19, 2017

On Thursday, October 19, 2017 (3:12pm EST and 12:12 PST), the moon begins its new cycle in the airy and tranquil sign of Libra. The sign that craves harmony, prefers to see life from the middle of the see saw, and is charmed by both the creation and appreciation of beauty. She is the sign that longs for serenity, needs peace more than she needs air, isn’t afraid of paradox, and naturally turns her attention towards others. Her playground is relationships, but her motivation is balance. You see, Libra isn’t afraid to hold the weight of all sides. She isn’t looking to see who is right and who is wrong or which story contains more truth, because she knows instinctively that connection is more important than one’s stance. She’s here to find the other, know the other, and even be the other if it means there’s a bridge between two sides.

Of course we can’t forget that there’s a shadow side to everything and Libra is no exception. In the spirit of seeing every side as holding a truth, Libra doesn’t take a side, she doesn't take a stance, and in fact she refuses to at all costs. Since her motivation is connection this often leads her to cater to the other. She can plaster on a smile at a moments notice and knows exactly what you want to hear. Her aim is to please, but sometimes with all that pleasing she goes unseen. In fact sometimes so much so that she doesn’t even know what she wants and can then become frozen by indecision.

Venus, the ruler of Libra, is currently in the sign of Libra, so keep your eyes peeled for all the ways you attempt to hide behind an image in order to make others feel more comfortable in their skin. Making others comfortable doesn’t seem dangerous in itself, but sometimes it can come at a cost, especially if we compromise our own truth in the process.

While I’d like to say that this new moon is all about bringing peace into your life that wouldn’t be quite accurate. Uranus is strongly opposing this new moon in the sign of Aries suggesting that this peaceful desire might be greatly interrupted by a rebellious, freedom seeking, independent and unpredictable energy. Talk about needing to hold onto yourself and somehow navigate your own sense of balance inside all of this chaos.

New moons signify the end of one cycle and the beginning of another. So with this new moon set your intentions on what you might like to change in your relationships while still keeping the connection alive. If you feel unclear maybe ask yourself these questions: Where have I become stuck inside a relationship? Where have I not been remaining true to myself? Have I lost parts of myself that now need some tending? What is the other side of the story? What part of my story have I been neglecting?

While every moon carries its own flare, this one is sure to emphasize your relationships – these include your partners, your close friendships, or even those you interact with at work. Whatever comes up for you over the next couple of days just remember that a change is brewing and if you can pay attention to what your needs are as well as the others, then you might just maybe be able to find a healthy balance. Keep in mind that inside that balance is also the peace that you are seeking.

While all of us will feel the pull on relational dynamics with this new moon, we will each experience it differently depending on where Libra is located in our chart and how our natal planets are affected by the current energies. If you are interested in a more personalized reading, please contact me at joey.paynter@gmail.com or check out my website at www.joeypaynter.com

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Full Moon in Aries - October 5, 2017

On Thursday, October 5 (11:40am PST and 2:40pm EST), the full moon shines passionately and intensely in the courageous and fiery sign of Aries. The sign that is fierce, full of energy, unwilling to back down, and has the heart of a warrior. She is the sign that is filled with an unlimited source of pure will. She carries with her a power that can withstand any battle, any mountain, and face any fear because underneath that power is a will that is determined to live. In short, she is here to learn and master the art of courage. How does one develop courage, you ask? Well, the simple answer is, be willing to face a lot of fears. It is through facing these fears that she will develop the essence of her warrior spirit and become a mighty force in her world. Can you feel the Aries energy building?

With all of this fiery and bold energy illuminating the full moon, ask yourself: What fears are lurking inside me right now? What obstacles are now ready for my full attention? Where do I need some courage in my life? What mountain do I need to climb? If I feel triggered, what part of me wants to respond? What are these triggers trying to teach me?

Some of us might want to brace ourselves during the energies of this full moon because the intensity of our emotions will certainly rise. The good news is that Aries is about action. So if there’s something you want to get done and need the extra motivation – well, now is the time. Just remember that when you have all this extra, empowered energy, you might act before you think. This might get you in trouble and so it’s important to step back and attune yourself to what it is that you want to accomplish in the long run. Luckily, Mars, the ruler of Aries, is in the sign of Virgo and will assist you once you take a step back.

If you can channel all of this bold, daring, and fierce energy into facing what has scared you from pursuing your dreams, then you might just maybe be able to begin moving forward to what your heart truly desires and longs to create. You will certainly have the energy and there’s no doubt that you’ll have access to a tremendous amount of power, but with the Sun and Mercury currently in Libra and opposing this full moon and Mars conjunct Venus in Virgo, we must remember to step back and take a look at all sides before rushing in and bulldozing over whatever is in front of us.

If you find yourself triggered during this full moon, whether from a relationship or something that feels out of your control, try to see if you can locate what’s been brewing underneath the trigger. Additionally, see if you can become aware of what fears come up, what obstacles remain in front of you, and begin to notice any patterns that you are falling back into.

While all of us will feel the intense energy of Aires during this full moon, we will each experience it differently depending on where Aries is located in our chart and how our natal planets are affected by the current energies. If you are interested in a more personalized reading,

Please contact me at joey.paynter@gmail.com or check out my website at www.joeypaynter.com

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Aquarius Full Moon and Lunar Eclipse on August 7, 2017

On Monday, August 7 (11:11am PST and 2:11pm EST), we will experience both a lunar eclipse and a full moon in the airy and rebellious sign of Aquarius. The sign that likes to deconstruct, tear down walls, and create change, no scratch that – IS change. And she isn’t afraid of being the odd ball, the rebel, the misfit, or the revolutionist. Aquarius in her highest form is here to liberate, to set free, and to shake things up where things have become stagnant and stale inside a set structure or way of being. Her true essence is her individuality and any type of conforming would feel like death to her magical unicorn like soul. It’s important that she dances to the beat of her own drum and she’ll do so even when she’s told she can’t – especially when she’s told she can’t. Rules? They make her cringe. She’s definitely not a fan of limits. Yes, this can get her into trouble, but she’s not concerned about that because she knows her way of being is what opens her up to everything that’s new and extraordinary. This is her gift. This is her magic. This is her heartbeat. Are you paying attention?

I know you might be thinking she’s a little weird. But trust me her weirdness is her truest and most magiKal expression of herself. You see she’s not meant to fit in, and oh how people want her to and they even fear what will happen to her if she doesn’t. Of course she could choose to please them, but that would be like selling her soul and living out someone else’s life just to make them happy. The core of her knows that her path is to not fit in, her path is to create her own, and she knows that her path doesn’t have to make sense to anyone but her. In fact, it’s often better if it doesn’t. She’s not invincible and what causes her pain is when others want to dim her color or try to change her stripes or spots or zig zags. You see, her beauty is in what makes her different, it’s in how she stands out and to try and force her to fit in is the same thing as asking her to betray her soul.

There’s a shadow side to everything and while her uniqueness is her greatest gift she can also be seen as unreliable, unpredictable, and insensitive to other’s feelings. To some this might feel unsafe because there’s not anything to hold onto. We must remember though that she’s not here to create a container, but instead, she's here to set us free from it. Her greatest shadow is if she chooses to acquiesce to the pressures of society and puts on the heavy costume of conformity. If this happens she’s created a slow death for herself and you’ll know it, too; because her eyes will become hollow and her life will seem robotic, even if she appears successful.

Can you feel the dynamic energy of Aquarius? I hope so, because this is the energy the full moon will be holding. Of course, I also need to add that this isn’t just any old regular full moon, but it’s a powerful lunar eclipse. To put it simply an eclipse adds in an extra dimension to the lunar energies by exposing aspects of ourselves that we would prefer stay hidden. Whether we accept this or not, there’s no way of escaping it and we might even feel it amplified up a few notches. So couple this with the Aquarian energy and it seems we are all in for quite a ride. Don’t be surprised if the old outworn and outdated structures you've created start crumbling down. The key is to stay present and to remain open for any significant changes that are ready to occur in your life. This of course might feel painful and unsettling if you choose to cling to what you’ve always known, but if you can remember that Uranus, the ruler of Aquarius, is here to liberate you, then maybe you can honor the changes and flow with the moments.

One other aspect I’d like to add is that this lunar eclipse is linked to the south node (our past) in Aquarius, and opposing the north node in Leo, the sign that needs expression. It is likely that you might experience issues from the past or past lifetimes resurfacing now. These issues may have left you feeling stuck, stagnant, or at a loss on how to create any change. To say it simply, it’s time for a clearing, but first there must be an acceptance of the death of what once was. Sometimes we stay in our patterns because they have become our comforts. We stay because it’s what we know. We hold on because the unknown feels too scary to embrace. The rebirth is usually more appealing than the death, but without the death occurring first we aren’t able to move into the new. You are now faced with an opportunity to honor your past and let go of what no longer serves you.

So during this full moon ask yourself: What am I holding onto? What pattern(s) have I been stuck in? What ancient wounds are ready to be resolved? Where do I fear change in my life? Where have I been compromising mySELF? What is the rhythm for my soul and what would it look like to follow it? What would it look like if I fully engaged in my life right now? What makes me weird? How have I hid my amazing and wild uniqueness from the world?

While the shadow of Aquarius might stir up feelings of isolation or even rejection from societal norms, it also offers us the energy of remaining true to our self above all else. So dig in, stay mindful, allow for change, honor the process of decay, and awaken those parts of yourself that you’ve let stay hidden for way too long. Maybe just maybe you mind find that this unpredictable ride is full of beautiful synchronicities that are just waiting to reveal themselves to you.

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For anyone curious about how these planetary energies or how the planets in general impact your own astrological chart please feel free to contact me for a reading. There is something incredibly validating when we see that our life path does indeed come with an imprint of who we are and it’s even more amazing when we allow the planets to reveal a deeper layer to our story. Contact me at joey.paynter@gmail.com or check out my website at www.joeypaynter.com to request a personalized astrology reading.

New Moon in Leo - July 23, 2017

The last full moon was nothing short of intense and powerful. Did you feel it? I would be surprised if you didn’t. It’s now time to recollect ourselves after the whirlwind of all that was stirred up and brought to the surface from those deep, shadowy, and hidden depths.

On Sunday, July 23rd (2:45am PST and 5:45am EST), the moon begins a new cycle in the fiery and expressive sign of Leo. The sign that is bold, playful, full of creativity, and has a deep desire to express outLOUD. It’s the sign that needs to be seen, needs to be witnessed, and needs to be noticed. Not because it’s trying to steal the spotlight, but rather because there’s something from within that needs to be expressed. If it’s not, then it feels trapped, stuck, depressed, and unable to make sense of the inner world.  This sign needs an outlet even more than it needs air, kindness, or compassion. EXPRESSION is its breath and without it, it might just start to suffocate.

If there’s something that is stirring within your soul, well now is the time to express it. You don’t have to call yourself an artist to tap into the creative energy of Leo. You, your life, the way you live IS the outer manifestation of your soul. Everything you do is an expression of you. The way you dress, the way you talk, the way you move through life, the people you hold close, the way you color your space, and the places you choose to visit are all splashes from your paintbrush. So with the new moon in Leo we might ask ourselves these questions:  What story are you showing to the world? What are you reflecting about your soul? Is there a part of you that needs more expression? Is there something that is waiting for you to give it form or something that needs an outlet to express? What are you creating?

There’s a Carl Jung quote that I’m rather fond of that states, “But if you have nothing at all to create, then perhaps you create yourself.” It is a reminder that we are all artists, and that we are all in a constant state of creating. Now that doesn’t mean we always like what create, but what it does is offer us a mirror directly into our being, and directly into our soul. Our life is our canvas. So look around you, look at your world, look at all the different players, notice the stage, and ask yourself where am I on that stage? Am in the center or am I hiding back in the shadows and watching everyone else dance? What does my life say about me? If my life were thrown onto a screen - what story would I be sharing with the world? If you don’t like your story, how would you like to change it?

This new moon is also greatly influenced by the fiery planet Mars. It is the planet of passion, self-determination, freedom, carries war like energy, aggressiveness, feistiness, and directness. Mars is here to teach us to face our fears and develop some courage so that we can become the warrior. It is a planet of action. There’s no sitting back here and since we have Uranus placed at a tense aspect with the Moon, Sun, and Mars, we can also expect quite a bit of change. This simply means that Mars will likely carry a more edgy feel with this new moon. It certainly has the potential to be volatile if we let it, and it will also be filled with some unpredictability. Don’t be surprised if your patience is tested and that you find that the little things stir up frustrations more so than usual. Before you start dreading this new moon, just realize that with all this intense, fiery energy, there is a huge call to express what you feel in creative and healthy ways. Use your creativity to channel all that intense energy so that it doesn’t destruct inside you or spill over onto another.

Returning back to the energy of Leo, we must remember that he is here to be in love with life, he might see his fears, but his goal is to not be swayed by them and he knows that there is very little room for doubt because he believes that anything can happen and anything can be.  During this new moon, say YES to life, breathe in every opportunity, and remember that magiK is everywhere no matter how difficult anything might feel in the moment. Even when everything feels dark and heavy, Leo carries the gift of optimism and faith. He is that single match in the dark, that small spark that can start a fire with very little effort. Ask yourself, “What is it that I want to spark in my life?

So with all this fiery and intense energy don’t be afraid to play during this new moon. Most of us have forgotten that playing is often the secret to seeing what sits in our soul. It teaches us to be in the moment, and it moves us deeper into our being. Allow yourself the gift of playing with who you are, what you feel, what you want, what you see, and what you need. What do I mean by that? Paint, finger paint, dance, draw, skip, jump, take pictures of nature that tell your story, decorate your space, blow dandelions and watch the seeds fly, spin with arms wide open, have a tea party with your inner child, build a website, create a new project, find a new passion, create a new start, make a collage, journal your dreams in colors. Just do something where you aren’t attached to the outcome because you are so completely present with the moment. The key is to take some initiative and create from your depths. Honestly, the options are endless and you never know you might be surprised on how the simple act of playing and creating offers you a new sense of freedom. So find new ways to bring yourself to life. Drink in the energy of creativity, and remember that you are the paintbrush, the pen, the camera, the pencil, and the keys on the keyboard and that your life is the beautiful, messy, perfectly imperfect, creative and magiKal message of YOU.

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For anyone curious about how these planetary energies or how the planets in general impact your own astrological chart please feel free to contact me for a reading. There is something incredibly validating when we see that our life path does indeed come with an imprint of who we are and it’s even more amazing when we allow the planets to reveal our story. Contact me at joey.paynter@gmail.com or check out my website at www.joeypaynter.com to request a personalized astrology reading.