With the Muslim holy month of Ramadan beginning at sundown, this is a great time to contemplate the value of fasting. During the entire month of Ramadan, Muslims refrain from eating from dawn until dusk to remember the less fortunate and reinforce gratitude. Intermittent fasting has become quite popular for weight loss and cleansing. Can you dedicate part of the day to consciously fast from something? It doesn’t have to be food. It could be fasting from social media, television, ...
After yesterday’s full moon, it’s time to observe your internal energy. The shift from a robust culmination energy to a waning vibe can be a harsh one. You may feel depressed or empty, sad or lost. But this is a powerful force to consciously harness. Take time today to sit in silence and reflect on anything you need to reduce, let go of, release, or be done with. Are you relying too much on caffeine? Time to reduce reliance. Do you flop on the couch in front of the TV all evening? ...
Today is the start of Lunar New Year. The year runs until January 28, 2025, and is the year of the Wood Dragon. Symbolized by gold and silver and associated with the direction east, the Wood Dragon welcomes abundance and new beginnings. In China, the dragon symbolizes nobility, power, and the emperor, and promises a lucky, abundant, and powerful year. Today, invoke lucky Wood Dragon energy to bless the year, and your life, with abundance, wealth, power, and noble energy. Traditionally a red ...
The waxing moon moves into Cancer. The moon rules Cancer, providing a double dose of maternal, nurturing, and emotionally watery energy. But Cancerian energy is not just about caring for others. Use it to care for yourself. Whether you shower or bathe, use the opportunity to purify, neutralize, and anoint. Gather some salt and some oil. ( Table salt is fine, but use sea or Epsom salt if you have it. Olive oil can be used, but a few drops of essential oil in a carrier will feel luxurious.) ...