Hope you all had a lovely Bank Holiday (in the UK)?
Lovely sunny weather in North Yorkshire so I spent most of yesterday in the garden. It feels like Monday today. I'm always a day behind, or a day ahead ... I get very confused after a Bank Holiday!
So.
A Little About the Moon ...
It was a New Moon yesterday, a lovely positive New Moon, as Yasmin Boland explains:
This New Moon takes place on the Angelic Point known as "Creative Genius", no less! It's most certainly a chance for anyone with creativity burning a hole in their brain to start to actually do something about it.
And Conspiracy Planet explains that the New Moon is in Taurus:
It is time to ground and assess your personal goals.
What are your core values?
What makes your heart sing?
These are great questions. Spend a little time today contemplating what makes you tick and what makes you buzz ... sounds a bit like an alarm clock!
And don't feel guilty. At all.
Share Your Song
I saw Iyanla Vanzant talking on the Oprah show many years ago. Something she said about doing what we love, about nurturing our own spirits, has really stuck with me (I'm paraphrasing):
Spending time nurturing ourselves is not a self-ish activity, it's a self-full action.
When we do the things that make our hearts sing, our beautiful song is heard by others. And beautiful songs are catching. When we feel good, we're better at making others feel good.
My very wise Mum has often reminded me:
As a Mum you should always take take care of yourself first. You can't look after the girls properly if you don't look after yourself.
Good advice. Not that I have always followed it, it's not the easiest advice to follow. It's easy to get caught up in the struggle of daily life and neglect the small, important stuff (from eating and sleeping properly to nuturing our own spirits.) It's easy to run ourselves into the ground until we have nothing left to give.
Life today is very demanding.
Why is that?
We have so many time-saving devices, our days are longer, our world smaller ... yet we seem to have less time. Less time for the small things in life, the important things in life, for the people we love, and for ourselves.
Nurture You and Yours
But it's true that our children (in fact everyone in our lives) benefit from our being healthy and fulfilled, from our being able to spend quality time with them in good spirits.
Don't get me wrong, I think it's healthy for children to see we are sometimes sad or angry, confused or frustrated, that humans are not supposed to be eternally cheerful and always in control of life.
But besides all the benefits from spending quality time with us at our best, children also learn from us how to deal with the stresses of today's fast-paced life. If they see us take time out and focus on ourselves now and then, they are more likely to do so themselves.
Whether we have children or not, as individuals we must try to remember that we are one of our most important priorities. And I know it's not easy! But spend a little time on you today. Make a promise to yourself that you will do one thing that you love every day. The people in your life will appreciate it. They will benefit from it.
Another thought from Conspiracy Planet suggests that this is supported by the New Moon in Taurus:
If you work on your own issues with the greater good in mind during this lunation you will be greatly rewarded. There is great potential for a significant collective knowing, a return to caring and generosity among people.
Don't Always Go With the Flow
Sometimes, without us even realising, the flow becomes a raging torrent and we suddenly become aware that we are struggling to keep our heads above water.
Another thought from Iyanla, quoted in Louise Hay's Everyday Positive Thinking:
If you don't make clear and conscious choices, you'll be stuck with whatever shows up.
Choose to step out of the river sometimes and chill out on the bank, just watching the world go by. Soak up some sunshine for a while. Lie among the flowers. Do whatever makes your heart sing.
Have a lovely week!
:o)
Showing posts with label Happy New Moon. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Happy New Moon. Show all posts
Tuesday, May 6, 2008
Sunday, April 6, 2008
New Moon, New Starts, New Blog
Women and the Moon: The Crone
Well, I've written the first of my series of moon posts, Women and the Moon (Part One): The Crone Moon.
But it's not here.
It's here! (Or scroll down, to the post dated Friday the 7th of March.)
It has posted on the date I started and first saved it, I think. There's probably a way to move it, but I haven't discovered it ...
IWD: Towards 2011
It made me laugh that I now have a post that, besides crones, talks about the new women's blog ... weeks before aliqot and I came up with the idea for it! We started Towards 2011 in response to the lack of information we could find about International Women's Day which was started in 1911.
A blog by women, about women and for women (but not to the exclusion of men), Towards 2011 is a way of promoting the centenary of International Women's Day in 2011.
It's a very new blog, but aliqot has already put up some great posts, one of which triggered a conversation about wolf-whistles!
Check it out and leave a comment, or a suggestion about anything you'd like to see or do on there. We'd love to hear from you!
Aries New Moon: The Freshest of Starts
The moon was new at 4.55am this morning and it's in Aries, the youngest sign, a time of new beginnings and enthusiasm: "Aries asks us to live life fully, to try something new, to love and to be brave and independent."
Maria Vaiana explains why this new moon of all new moons is so exciting:
It’s helpful to view this day each month as your “fresh start” date. The dynamics of each New Moon are astrologically different and every month there will be an opportunity for a fresh start in a different area of your life.
This month, the New Moon occurs in the sign of Aries. Aries is the sign of the zodiac associated with new beginnings and individuality so it’s easy to understand why this lunation has me so excited for everyone. It is the ultimate yearly pass to start afresh! In fact, it's time this month to be a little selfish and focus on you!
I want to encourage everyone reading this to understand the significance of this lunation because you truly have the most amazing energy behind you to begin the new path you’ve been thinking about recently. It’s time to act and this lunation promises to give you the courage and independence you need to focus your actions on deliberately achieving whatever it is you desire.
The most powerful time to act will be in the two weeks following this New Moon and everyone is sure to feel the positive transformational energy in the air thanks to the beautiful trine this New Moon makes to Pluto, the planet of regeneration and rebirth.
What you will find thanks to this lunation is a new-found clarity on what it is you really want. Along with this clarity comes a burst of inner strength and conviction that will prompt you to use your assertive energy to boldly explore the new trail waiting for you.
And Lisa Dale Miller has this to say about the new moon for fresh starts:
Aries is all about adventure and the indomitable spirit of the adventurer helps open us to trying something different; something you think isn’t you… but might just be. Reinvigorate your lust for life. We have all become so fearful and risk-averse. Go on an adventure, be spontaneous, or just do something wild and crazy. There is a time and place for play, and this is the New Moon to remember that all work and no play make us very dull people!
Aries says, “I can!” with a level of faith that only an innocent child who has not yet failed can muster ... your heart and mind must be centered in an open attitude of excitement—“let’s go,” or “I can do anything,” or “I can be anyone,” or “the world is my oyster,” or “life is an adventure!”. This is a New Moon that asks us to take a leap of faith and do the impossible. This a New Moon to come at who you are with a sense of wonder, magic and first-time awe. Go find out who you are and what you want; you might just be surprised.
Have a very Happy New Moon!
:o)
On a very personal note, this may seem a little strange here, but ...
A Dedication to an Amazing Woman in my Life
A wonderful friend of mine has just been told she has a very aggressive form of cancer and is unlikely to see the next new moon. She is only just fifty so although barely crone by age, she has always been crone by spirit! She has guided and supported me through many difficult times and shared many beautiful moments with me. She has been a 'second Mum' to my girls since Youngest daughter was born. Wife, mother, grandmother, sister, friend and phenomenal woman, I am dedicating my post about crones to her, with love and appreciation. x
Eldest Daughter thinks I should "wait" to do this, but I know how much my friend wants her life to be celebrated, rather than her death to be marked. She is being incredibly brave and positive, which is why it seemed fitting to include this note here.
:o)
Well, I've written the first of my series of moon posts, Women and the Moon (Part One): The Crone Moon.
But it's not here.
It's here! (Or scroll down, to the post dated Friday the 7th of March.)
It has posted on the date I started and first saved it, I think. There's probably a way to move it, but I haven't discovered it ...
IWD: Towards 2011
It made me laugh that I now have a post that, besides crones, talks about the new women's blog ... weeks before aliqot and I came up with the idea for it! We started Towards 2011 in response to the lack of information we could find about International Women's Day which was started in 1911.
A blog by women, about women and for women (but not to the exclusion of men), Towards 2011 is a way of promoting the centenary of International Women's Day in 2011.
It's a very new blog, but aliqot has already put up some great posts, one of which triggered a conversation about wolf-whistles!
Check it out and leave a comment, or a suggestion about anything you'd like to see or do on there. We'd love to hear from you!
Aries New Moon: The Freshest of Starts
The moon was new at 4.55am this morning and it's in Aries, the youngest sign, a time of new beginnings and enthusiasm: "Aries asks us to live life fully, to try something new, to love and to be brave and independent."
Maria Vaiana explains why this new moon of all new moons is so exciting:
It’s helpful to view this day each month as your “fresh start” date. The dynamics of each New Moon are astrologically different and every month there will be an opportunity for a fresh start in a different area of your life.
This month, the New Moon occurs in the sign of Aries. Aries is the sign of the zodiac associated with new beginnings and individuality so it’s easy to understand why this lunation has me so excited for everyone. It is the ultimate yearly pass to start afresh! In fact, it's time this month to be a little selfish and focus on you!
I want to encourage everyone reading this to understand the significance of this lunation because you truly have the most amazing energy behind you to begin the new path you’ve been thinking about recently. It’s time to act and this lunation promises to give you the courage and independence you need to focus your actions on deliberately achieving whatever it is you desire.
The most powerful time to act will be in the two weeks following this New Moon and everyone is sure to feel the positive transformational energy in the air thanks to the beautiful trine this New Moon makes to Pluto, the planet of regeneration and rebirth.
What you will find thanks to this lunation is a new-found clarity on what it is you really want. Along with this clarity comes a burst of inner strength and conviction that will prompt you to use your assertive energy to boldly explore the new trail waiting for you.
And Lisa Dale Miller has this to say about the new moon for fresh starts:
Aries is all about adventure and the indomitable spirit of the adventurer helps open us to trying something different; something you think isn’t you… but might just be. Reinvigorate your lust for life. We have all become so fearful and risk-averse. Go on an adventure, be spontaneous, or just do something wild and crazy. There is a time and place for play, and this is the New Moon to remember that all work and no play make us very dull people!
Aries says, “I can!” with a level of faith that only an innocent child who has not yet failed can muster ... your heart and mind must be centered in an open attitude of excitement—“let’s go,” or “I can do anything,” or “I can be anyone,” or “the world is my oyster,” or “life is an adventure!”. This is a New Moon that asks us to take a leap of faith and do the impossible. This a New Moon to come at who you are with a sense of wonder, magic and first-time awe. Go find out who you are and what you want; you might just be surprised.
Have a very Happy New Moon!
:o)
On a very personal note, this may seem a little strange here, but ...
A Dedication to an Amazing Woman in my Life
A wonderful friend of mine has just been told she has a very aggressive form of cancer and is unlikely to see the next new moon. She is only just fifty so although barely crone by age, she has always been crone by spirit! She has guided and supported me through many difficult times and shared many beautiful moments with me. She has been a 'second Mum' to my girls since Youngest daughter was born. Wife, mother, grandmother, sister, friend and phenomenal woman, I am dedicating my post about crones to her, with love and appreciation. x
Eldest Daughter thinks I should "wait" to do this, but I know how much my friend wants her life to be celebrated, rather than her death to be marked. She is being incredibly brave and positive, which is why it seemed fitting to include this note here.
:o)
Tuesday, January 8, 2008
Happy New Moon!
Just a quick hello, as I need to head into town.
Make New Moon Wishes!
If you need some help with this, see Yasmin Boland's wonderful Moonology website. I always include World Peace on mine ... well, it can't hurt! Write them down if you can, and either keep them to refer back to at the next new moon, or burn them and watch them disappear into the Universe ...
Thank you all for your lovely comments, will get back to you later ... you have all made me feel so welcome! :o)
Make New Moon Wishes!
If you need some help with this, see Yasmin Boland's wonderful Moonology website. I always include World Peace on mine ... well, it can't hurt! Write them down if you can, and either keep them to refer back to at the next new moon, or burn them and watch them disappear into the Universe ...
Thank you all for your lovely comments, will get back to you later ... you have all made me feel so welcome! :o)
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