August Encourages Both Connection and Detachment

The tumultuous energy of August has people on pins and needles both in our personal spheres and our global arena. That’s because there are a few factors at play which appear to be creating a ‘perfect storm’ effect on the world. One major astrological event is the new moon solar eclipse in Leo that will occur on August 21. 

This is an extra special solar eclipse event because this is a ‘black moon’. A ‘black moon’ is an astrological event similar to a ‘blue moon’. Basically, this ‘black moon’ is the second new moon in the same astrological sign - something that is very rare. To compound it, this black moon is happening during during the fiery, combative energy of Leo, and will create a complete solar eclipse across the main body of the United States. 

 So what does this mean for us? Well, it’s the darkness before the dawn. New moons usher in new ideas, new possibilities and new beginnings. That’s good, right? However, many people despise change - both personally and in general. This is especially true if they live in a comfortable “don’t-move-my-cheese” approach to thinking. Because of this, one would be foolish to think these kind of big opportunities for change will happen without some sort of push-back. 

 And, this push-back has been happening since early in August. To add more fuel to this proverbial fire, these changes will be happening internally - within the individual (that’s you and me) who is looking for ways to improve one’s life. We will become aware that the way things are operating now, may be somewhat dysfunctional and in need of an overhaul. 

 This push-back will also be happening externally. The behavior of people close to us may suddenly appear a bit squirrelly. Or, the squirrelly-ness that was once tolerable, exacerbates and becomes particularly annoying. The key here is to try and be patient. We must try to understand that this person (or these people) are having that same disconcerting awakening within themselves that we ourselves are feeling. Instead of frustration, we should try to find a compassionate common ground if possible. If not, we should walk away (at least temporarily) to avoid serious conflicts which could cause permanent damage. 

 Finally, this push-back will come globally. It’s as if the world is on the verge of a great epiphany about how we want to live, and about what type of future we want to create for our children. The moral compass is moving, we must do our part to see it swings in the direction of cooperation, tolerance, acceptance and love. 

 Which leads me to the numerological energy for the month of August. It’s the number 9. 

 This is an emotional, spiritual, compassionate number. It’s a number that brings completion, endings and healing. This month, we are being encouraged to manifest that ‘9’ energy in our lives. This means being a true humanitarian. It’s about cultivating a connection to others regardless of color, orientation, religion and even species. It’s about recognizing the divine energy that exists in all creation, and being kind to all living beings simply because they have as much right to be here as we do. 

 Once we have mastered that task, our second step is to practice the ‘9’ lesson of detachment. This means choosing to release all that is destructive to or interferes with healthy forward motion. And, this starts with us. This month, we must work to connect with others while at the same time releasing any anger, resentment or perceived slights against us so we can move forward to the new beginnings waiting for us in the ‘1’ month of September. 

 However, if you can’t do that because you are just not ready, then at least do no harm. Instead, as I mentioned earlier, walk away (at least temporarily) to avoid serious conflicts which could cause permanent damage.

A New Season of Thinking is Upon Us

The month of June has a very interesting energy to it. At its core, it is resonating to the ‘7’ energy. However, it is also affected by the ‘1’ Universal year energy and the baseline ‘6’ energy of the month because June is the sixth month of the year.

Soooooooo…… what does that mean for us? In a brief summary it means our thinking is changing regarding how we view our important relationships, and it suggests it is moving us in a direction that is healthiest for us.

Let me explain. The ‘7’ is a very reflective number. It suggests we may be a little lost in our head as we contemplate new ways of thinking about old concepts. Basically, we are at a point where we realize the need for fresh ideas and a fresh approach to how we have been interacting with others. We are ready to make a positive change, but don’t know exactly how to go about doing that.

This is what this June-energy is all about.

This month we can expect to be reviewing how we perceive certain people and relationships. We may contemplate some housecleaning to exorcise ourselves from some unhealthy connections.

We may also consider opening up to others and allowing new people into your lives. The Universal ‘1’ energy of the year encourages us to try new things - to plant new seeds per se.

However, most importantly, we will be reflecting on how we relate to ourselves and how we bring that person - our true inner being - out into the world. Are we comfortable with our relationship with ourselves? Is our internal dialogue positive or negative? Do we let people see who we truly are? These are the types of topics we will be pondering in June.

So, while this may not be a month of obvious outer-action, don’t worry about that because things will be speeding up in July. Right now, there is plenty of action going on inside our heads, and the conclusions we draw from these thoughts will lay the groundwork for the dynamic events that will be taking place in the next couple months.

May Reinforces Connections with Others

The month of May 2017 resonates to the energy of the 6. Six is a number that is associated with love, balance, commitment and connection to others - especially those for whom we feel a close bond or important obligation. Combine this with the Universal 1-energy of 2017 (2+0+1+7=10/1) and we will be prioritizing our relationships with ourselves and others.

In the area of personal relationships this could mean a deeper commitment to people already in our lives. It might indicate the decision to take things to the next level - moving in together, engagement or marriage. For those already in a long-term committed relationship, the month of May could find the needs of our significant-others having our front-and-center attention. For single individuals, a love-connection is very possible this month as the energies are ripe for bonding with others.

A similar area of focus this month will be the attention we give to our close family and friends. There may be people in need, and given that we are feeling committed to others, we won’t be turning our backs. The plus side is that there is a healing energy associated with this month, so the assistance we provide to others will most-likely have positive productive results.

Finally, the 6-energy of May reminds us to get in touch with an area of our life that needs some love and attention. April’s 5-energy changes may have awakened some dormant feelings or unearthed some important matters that need our attention. These issues aren’t going to go away so it’s time to stop ignoring them. Instead, we must turn and face them. We must ask ourselves what needs to be done to put this situation to rest for good or to shift this challenge so it moves in a more productive and useful direction.

For instance, maybe there are recurrent money problems that interfere with forward motion. We must figure out what needs to be done to address them. Perhaps there is a relationship that needs to be healed or released. In this case, an honest conversation just might do the trick. If speaking to the person is not an option, write everything out, and either email it, snail-mail it or burn it. Are there physical issues or health problems at play? If so, stop ignoring them and figure out what needs to be done to fix things for good…..

You get the point….

Overall, the 6-energy of May has a very promising feel if we are open to it and willing to honestly embrace the possibilities it offers.  If not, then we risk wasting some precious opportunities to forge close bonds with others and heal difficult rifts in our lives.

No Drama for Us in January!

This month we can expect our attention will be squarely on the activities and situations that bring balance to our lives. That’s because the month of January 2017, resonates to the energy of the number 2.

The “2” energy is all about cooperation, peace and solutions. This is a very gentle number that encourages strength through partnership, service and unity.  That means in January we will be putting all our effort into those scenarios that bring us harmony. Conversely, we will be releasing anything that interferes with our desire for this type of genuine contentment.

For what it is worth, this is nothing new for us. For the entire year of 2016, we have been working to release those things in our life that must go. This was especially true in December 2016 – a month that resonated to the energy of the 3. In December, we actually began to consciously make the decision to release anything not aligned to our personal truths. And in a continuation of that thinking, we will actively search for connections that bring deeper meanings.

So, how do we do this? Here are some quick and easy tips for aligning ourselves with the energy of the month.

1.     Develop a gratitude practice. The Law of Attraction promises us that, “The things on which we put your attention expand” So, why not put our attention on the things that make life pleasant? Every morning, let’s promise to greet the day and thank it for all the wonderful things that will be coming to us. At the end of the day, before we go to bed, let’s silently thank the Universe for three things, people or events that made our day better. Do this daily. (Note – make sure to cite new scenarios each evening.)

2.     Make it a point to reach out to others daily. This doesn’t mean we have to call everyone, everyday. Instead, every day, let’s make it a point to give one person special attention. This should be someone who we like already or someone we think we’d like to get to know better. It doesn’t have to be a detailed conversation, either. We can start by complimenting them on a talent they have. Or, maybe we can ask them about their family, job or interests. We should let them know we appreciate them for something they have done or something that makes them unique. (Note – it is important to reach out to someone who will appreciate the connection and will benefit from the interaction. Stay away from ‘Debbie-Downers’ who won’t engage or can’t accept a compliment.)

3.     Identify a passion that exists within us and pursue it. Now, before you say, “I have no deep passion…” I say, “Hogwash!! Everyone has a passion – even if it is just a gentle, flickering ember.” Maybe we have a desire to have stronger friendships If so, we can target the people we’d like to be better friends with, and initiate positive contact. Maybe we have a special love for nature. Then, we can connect in this arena more. We can go for a walk on a nature trail – or even through our neighborhood. We can look up and notice the trees, the sky, the floating clouds, and the birds in the air. What about animals? Maybe we wish we could connect more with animals? If that’s the case, why not volunteer at a shelter, assist a neighbor with their pets, or visit a friend who has animals and spend some quality time there. Perhaps there is a talent we would like to further cultivate? In that case we can go on the web and search the topic locally. There has got to be a class, program or meet-up available that will help us expand our skills in this area.

So, this month we can expect to feel a greater desire for balance and connection to our authentic selves. We can also anticipate a greater sense of connection to others and the Universe as a whole. We shouldn’t be surprised if we feel committed to making a positive impact in our world during 2017,  and feel a greater desire to connect with humanity through service and problem-solving. As long as we know that cooperation, gentleness, practicality and gracefulness are the qualities that will facilitate helpful connections to the most important people and situations in our lives, we will ultimately fill ourselves – and the world around us – with peace.

2017 - A "1" Year of New Opportunities

This upcoming year, 2017, resonates to the energy of the “1” (2+0+1+7=10/1). This is a welcomed change for many of us as 2016, which resonated to the energy of the 9 (2+0+1+6=9), brought with it the challenges that come from the harder aspects of this number - those things being endings, departures, and release. 

In 2016, we witnessed the passing of some amazingly talented individuals. We might have also lost people - although not famous - they were very near and dear to us. Some of us left relationships behind. Others of us left old ways of thinking and behaving behind. Some saw a major shift in our career and/or home life. What ever it is that we released - as painful as it was - these changes have opened new doors of possibilities that wouldn't have been an option to us if things had stayed the same. And that's where the energy of the "1" year comes in. 

The “1” year is all about new, healthy and natural beginnings. It’s also got a ‘take charge’ sense to it. We will definitely have the urge to start new things, improve our connection with others, and feel a deeper purpose to our lives. To quote Dr. Phil, these urgings will compel us to “put some verbs in our sentences.”

This will be a year of motivation for most people. There will be a desire to make things happen and a deeper appreciation for the gift of this life. We will not be content to stand on the sidelines for long. We will be tired of waiting for the perfect moment, and will choose to act in a productive manner to make things happen.

This means we may decide to start that new business we have been thinking about for a while. We may expand our social networks and connect with new friends and associates. We might feel the itch to travel and check off some of those items on our bucket list. We may begin a new career path or work to really showcase a special talent we have. We may decide to take a chance on love or become more committed to that someone special in our lives. 

Where ever we choose to make our fresh starts, know that the Universe naturally conspires to help us achieve these desires as long as they are aligned with our higher good and cause no intentional harm to another.

Tarot Associations

Magician – (Major Arcana 1) The Magician encourages us to be creative, individualistic, confident, and self-empowered. His message for the year tells us to take control of the resources around us and make the most of the opportunities presented to us. The Magician works his magic to manifest the things he desires. He does not just expect them to appear. That said, he warns us not to become too arrogant, selfish or deceptive in our practices as those energies are repellent to others, and ultimately plant bad seeds for a tainted future crop.

Wheel of Fortune – (Major Arcana 10) – The Wheel of Fortune reminds us that our destiny is a fine combination of our concerted efforts toward a goal and the fickle hand of fate. Some times the wheel turns in our favor. Other times it doesn’t. The energy of the Wheel of Fortunes tells us not to worry about the hand of fate as there is little we can do to control it. Instead, it’s best if we pursue our path according to what feels right for us, and trust that things will fall into place as they should. This card tells us not to worry ourselves with things over which we have no control and to trust in the process of life.

Ace of Cups, Pentacles, Wands, Swords – (The Four Elements) This year, we can expect to have new opportunities in the areas governed by the four elements – water/love, earth/finance, air/ideas, fire/passions and opportunities. The Aces of each suit suggest new chances, opportunities or “gifts” from the Universe. What we choose to do with them will be the deciding factor with how they develop.

For instance, the element of water tells us there may be a chance to improve/grow an existing relationship, the opportunity to begin a new one or the potential for a baby to be born.

The element of earth suggests we will have new opportunities that makes life on the earth plane better – an investment will pay off, a raise will come, a new job will be offered, an engagement may occur, or a big problem will be solved.

The element of air suggests a fresher mindset and more mental acuity. Burdens, anguish, disappointment and frustrations will be released. More productive and healthier ways of thinking will manifest. Attention will shift away from problems and our focus will be on solutions and brighter futures.

The element of fire indicates we will feel motivated to make our deepest desires come to life. We will feel passion in our bellies and there will be confidence in our action. We will also feel more motivation and energy in our daily life. Those opportunities that are seized and appreciated will produce great success.

In closing, it’s important to note that that while this New Year will present many amazing opportunities, it is up to us to take advantage of them. Without purposeful action nothing will manifest productively. So with that in mind, commit right now to make 2017 a year for which your future self will thank you!

December Energy Brings Triumphs and Truths

December 2016 resonates to the energy of the number 3. As a “3” month, we can expect December to bring with it feelings of fun, socialization and creativity. This will be a holiday season where we welcome that festive connection with others, and embrace opportunities to come together and celebrate our many blessings.

Be aware however, that with this more positive “3”energy-attitude, there is the risk of over-indulgence in all areas of our lives. Because of this, we want to make sure we aren’t spending extravagantly, socializing irresponsibly or eating and drinking excessively.

Basically, the “3” energy says, “Go out and have fun! Just don’t do anything, buy any item or indulge in any way you are going to regret.”

So that is really great! However, the number 3 also carries a secondary energy – this is one that is more about personal truths. This energy tells us that we will be doing some serious evaluation of ourselves, of our associates, and of our lives  - all before the close of the month. The purpose of this evaluation is to reassess our personal direction.

The “3” energy tells us we can expect to take a long hard look on where we have been this year. It suggests our focus will be more on our accomplishments rather than our disappointments. The 3-energy of December suggests we will be content with our progress in 2016. If we could, we’d be patting ourselves on our backs.

However, it’s important to remember that the overall energy of 2016 is a 9 – which is about release, detachment and forgiveness. With that in mind, we are finishing up a year where we have been releasing things that need to go, and are now at the precipice of a bright, new tomorrow.

And, being that December is a “3” personal truths month, it suggests we may find that there are still some lingering issues or remaining clutter that must be released before we begin 2017.

If we are honest with ourselves, we will already know what these issues are, because they are things we’ve been working on during this 9-year. This is like cleaning a house where you do a final sweep to collect those last little dust-bunnies hiding in the dark corners or tucked under the beds.

So, what might that clutter be? It can be anything that holds us back from what we desire most.

These things might be:

Out-dated ways of thinking. This is about being afraid to try. It’s about being afraid to be vulnerable and it’s about being afraid to leave our comfort zones. This is a big one, and is probably the most important shift that needs to be made before 2016 ends.

So what do we do? First, we shift your thoughts from “I can’t” to “I will”. We start believing in our own personal power, and become willing to try new things – things that previously frightened us. It’s about embracing new opportunities and expanding our interests with a sense of excitement and adventure. It’s making the decision to take a chance because we have finally realized the truth behind, “If not now, then when?”

Unproductive ways of living. This includes passively living our lives waiting for things to get better. It includes tolerating mediocrity or even unhappiness because we feel powerless to change an undesirable situation. It is the willingness to accept a scenario because it seems too hard to shift it in another direction. It is about hiding in pipedreams and promises of false tomorrows to get us through the frustrations of today.

So what do we do? We become a doer instead of a dreamer. We identify a plan to create the life we want and have the courage to take the first step. After that, we have the courage to take the next step and so-on and so-on.

Counter-productive habits around eating, entertaining, socializing or recreating. This one is for everyone who wants to take better care of that temple which houses our beautiful soul. Our bodies are an amazing gift from the Universe. Our body is meant to help us manifest our soul’s desire. It is meant to help us experience the wonderful pleasures and opportunities only available on this earth plane. But, our bodies are meant to be respected, and certainly not meant to be abused.

So what do we do? We need to show our bodies some love. We must treat them with the consideration they deserve. Let’s show our bodies we respect them by eating better to give our bodies the fuel it needs to thrive. We should cut back on the processed foods and sugar-laden products. We ought to get out and move – take a walk, stretch every day, find a physical activity we enjoy doing. We must let our bodies play. In addition, it’s important to give our bodies plenty of rest and cut back on abusive habits like drinking, smoking, over-eating and reckless hobbies.

Unhealthy peripheral relationships. Let’s be real. There are people around us everyday we feel we have to tolerate because somehow they have managed to become ingrained in our everyday life. We know who these people are. They are boundary-challenged friends who get in our business because they say they “care about us.” The truth is they get in our business because… well…. they don’t have boundaries or are trying to distract themselves from their own issues. Other times, these people are are the loud-mouth know-it-alls/top-it-alls who constantly have an answer for everything or a story that trumps every other one at social gatherings.  These people are particularly tough to deal with because all we really want to do is call them on their BS and tell them to shut up. But we can’t – for a variety of reasons – so we just sit quietly as they dominate the gathering with their delusional verbal reverie. Some times these people come dressed as takers, energy vampires and the drama-laden screw ups who always need your attention, assistance or advice. They are exhausting – not because they are bad people – but because the energy they unintentionally siphon from us on a regular basis interferes with our ability to do other things. However they appear, these people often come disguised as friends, relatives and colleagues.

So what do we do? A good course of action is to erect subtle, yet powerful barriers of our own. We can still maintain the Golden Rule when interacting with the individuals, but we  an also begin to distance ourselves. For instance, we can make ourselves unavailable to chat on a regular basis. We can have a ready excuse that gets us out of their request. We can politely decline invitations because of previous commitments. You get the point. Now, I am not saying to cut these people completely from our lives. Rather, I am suggesting we give ourselves permission to create some space, and protect our energy so you can devote our attention to manifesting OUR plans, dreams and desires.  

The upcoming year, 2017, promises fresh starts and new beginnings because it is a “1” year. In order to make the most of it, we must clear all the clutter with a proverbial spring-cleaning of our physical, emotional, mental and spiritual house. And don’t feel bad about doing this. It’s a necessary course of action because only when the mental, emotional, spiritual and physical clutter is removed, can we welcome the exciting and powerful energy of the New Year.