New Moon in Virgo

We have a New Moon in Virgo and New Moons always welcome in beginnings and initiations. Virgo is a sign of practicality and solutions and during this time of chaos and unrest, Virgo can help you discern what needs to be done to get you back on track. While Mars in retrograde you might lack the energy and ambition to fuel you forward, which is to protect you from proceeding in the wrong direction-in a direction that is not aligned with your soul purpose; in a direction ruled by your ego. During this time of Virgo's discernment, you can reflect and ask yourself what is absolutely essential for your well being and then, act upon it. Ultimately, Virgo is a sign of efficiency in action and it can teach you to prioritize self care so that you can help others. Today, make time to tune into your true nature. Ask yourself how you can honor your instincts so you can allow yourself to be to yourself and have the clarity to live your purpose. You and I cannot go back to they way we were living, ignoring what we knew didn't work in our lives any longer. Today, look within and let your inner voice lead you. You are not alone and can do anything when you put your heart and mind to it.

Just for today, I go within and connect with the parts of myself that knows how to heal. I know that healing means to make whole and accept all parts of myself not just the ones that I like, but all of me. I affirm that I have the power to heal myself and that I am worth the time I spend healing and nurturing myself. I am safe. I am willing to change and everything is working out for my highest good. And so it is.

Authenticity

When circumstances in your life invite you to present your true self to others, do you accept the invitation? Or do you choose to play it safe by telling people what you think they want to hear? Do you leave conflicts wishing you had spoken up for yourself; leave social settings feeling totally drained; over-commit to obligations and under-commit to activities that bring you joy; and do you give more than you receive in the majority of your relationships? Today it is time to change all that people pleasing, inauthentic communication and superficial relationships that leave you feeling disconnected and alone. It is time to begin to have faith in yourself enough to stop telling people what they want to hear and instead speak your truth. Today, begin small and when asked how you are, despite the knee jerk reactions of saying fine, respond with the truth. Of course do not try to be authentic with people who clearly do not care about you nor your real feelings. It is time to let them go of them or at least stop using your energy to placate them at your expense. Today begin to be yourself in every situation. And remember, inauthenticity breeds inauthenticity. Authenticity breeds authenticity. Give yourself permission to say “I’m a little sad today, but I’m hanging in there” or “I’m fantastic; today’s been an inspiring day” or “I’m so stressed I don't feel like I can go on. Whatever’s going on for you, give yourself permission to share it. These small moments of authenticity will replace the loneliness of emotional isolation with the belonging of vulnerability, and allow you to receive others’ gifts in the form of compassion and empathy. The inner liberation that comes as a result of the simple acknowledgement can feel enormous. It removes the conflict between what you feel and what you portray to the outside world, which is what authentic communication is all about. And it is what you can begin to be today.

Just for today, I have too much integrity to ever lie or tell people what they want to hear. What I give out comes back to me. So I always speak the truth. I create easily and effortlessly when I let my thoughts come from the loving space of my own heart. The door to my heart opens inward. I move through forgiveness into love. I cannot change another person. I let others be who they are and I simply love who I am. I am safe when I speak my truth. I can remain calm and serene under all circumstances. Everything is working out for my highest good. And so it is.

Worrying is just a waste of time

Worrying is exhausting such a waste of time. It drains you mentally and physically. And in the end, nothing gets accomplished except worrying. We worry because we feel that if we are worrying, we are taking a positive action. We feel as if doing so can change the situation, when in reality it cannot. In fact, it usually makes everything situation worse. Worry can also distract us from even scarier parts of our lives, or from our own intense emotions. And it can help us feel like we’re protecting ourselves and what’s important to us just by thinking about them. Today, it is time to let go of your need to constantly be worrying about something or someone. It is time to begin to practice trusting in the process of Life and in the Universe, which after all provides you and me with everything we need, although it just might not be what we want or what we thought we needed. Today begin to accept that most of the good things in your life didn’t happen solely because of your own foresight or effort. Sure, you contributed to many of them, but they also required a lot of luck, happy accidents and coincidences, and forces outside of your control. Today, recognize that trust is the ultimate antidote to worry, trusting in powers that in reality are bigger that your brain and thinking. You may not have been born or have cultivated that trust, it is possible to build trust in ourselves and the universe through practice, one worry at a time. Begin today to consciously stop yourself from worry.

Just for today, I release all negative thoughts of the past and all worries about the future. I realize that stress is only fear. I release all fears. I am a capable person and I can handle anything that comes my way. I am good enough and I trust the power that created me to protect me, guide me and love me at all times and under all circumstances. I am safe in this present moment and everything is working out for my highest good. And so it is.

World peace begins with you

Mars retrograde in Aries is teaching you and I how to use our personal power in positive ways. Paradoxically, you also may be awakening to how you give our power away, leaving you feeling powerless, frustrated and in some cases, just plain enraged. Today, it is time to reclaim your power and to use that power in new positive ways. It is time to begin to be the leader you want to see in the world-to be the change in your world. If there is something you would like to change, posting pictures on social media or hash tagging it does not change anything. Getting lost in illusions that make you feel powerful are in reality, keeping you stuck. And, making other people the enemy does not solve anything. It only creates more division and more discourse. Today, recognize that if you want to change the world in which you live, make sure you are seeing the humanity in other people. Find solutions instead of attacking them. Use your language to uplift others rather than tearing them down. And, stop creating illusions that in the end only keep you stuck in conflict and anger. Today, let's begin to heal the deep seeded animosity towards those people who do not see the world like you do. Everyone of us now have created ways of seeing other people as the enemy-keeping us separated and filled with fear. Today let's begin to heal this in ourselves. Let us begin to approach our lives from love and we can begin to heal individually and collectively. World peace really does begin with you and me. Let's do this together. Begin today.

Just for today, I recognize that world peace really does begin with me. The more peace I have inside, the more peace I have to share with others. I release the need to blame anyone, including myself. I know that we are all doing the best we can with the knowledge, understanding and awareness that we have right now. I reclaim my power and now create the life I desire. I am safe and everything is working out for my highest good. And so it is.

Just be yourself

One of the keys to real happiness is to stop caring about what other people think about you. And, the only way to tune into your intuition is to stop caring about what other people think of you. And, when you stop caring about what other people think, you will find your passion and purpose. Today, consciously take some time to think about how other people's opinions have kept you from expressing your true self. How often are you afraid of saying how you truly feel because you want to avoid conflict or you just want to be liked. Mars in retrograde can help you to have the courage to be yourself. You might now be able to change the entire world but you can allow yourself to be completely you, and you just might find that the whole world changes for the better. Today, just be yourself because everyone else is already taken.

Just for today, I choose to be happy no matter what other people say, do or think. It does not matter what other people do or say. What does matter is how I choose to react and what I choose to believe about myself. I am far more than other people's opinions. My opinion of myself is the only one that counts. I have the courage to be myself. I am safe. It is only change and Life supports me in every possible way. And so it is.

Forgive the person who is hardest for you to forgive

Harboring anger and hatred toward anyone guarantees that you remain in low energy fields where problems will continue to crop up repeatedly in your life. And, your worst enemies are your greatest teachers because they allow you to examine the emotions of anger and revenge and then to transcend them. They give you the exact tools you need to elevate yourself to the spiritual energies that eliminate problems and provide solutions. Today, choose to forgive instead of holding onto to resentments and the hurt that you have experienced. Forgiving someone doesn’t mean condoning their behavior. It doesn’t mean forgetting how they hurt you or giving that person room to hurt you again. Forgiving someone means making peace with what happened. It means acknowledging your wound, giving yourself permission to feel the pain, and recognizing why that pain no longer serves you. It means letting go of the hurt and resentment so that you can heal and move on. Today, when you feel that fire in your belly or you find yourself fixated on what you "hate", stop yourself, ask what you need to learn, even if the answer is that you need to let go and then, consciously forgive and move on. Forgiveness will free you from negativity and allow you to grow and change. It is a gift you can give yourself right now.

Just for today, I am willing to forgive. I know that the person who is hardest to forgive is the one that I need to forgive and let go of the most. As I forgive myself, it becomes easier to forgive others. I forgive others and release the past. I now create my own life the way I want it. Every experience is perfect for my self growth. I am safe. It is only change and out of this situation only good will come. And so it is.

Count your blessings

We all have within us, the courage, strength, and determination we need to create and live a beautiful life. We are abundant and abundance is always available to us, as long as we focus our mindset towards it. Today intentionally focus on the abundant blessings of your life and the world around you. It will help ease any tensions, irritability or sluggishness that Mars Retrograde may bring you. We all have more than we need, always. Today focus on your many blessings and watch them multiply.

Just for today, no matter my age, now is the time to live and to acknowledge my self worth. I recognize that at this very moment enormous wealth and power are available to me. I choose to feel worthy and deserving. I choose to release my need for struggling and suffering. I now see opportunities everywhere. I am blessed and prospered at every turn. I am open and receptive to all the good and abundance in the Universe. I am blessed beyond my fondest dreams. And everything is always working out for my highest good. And so it is.

Mars in Retrograde

Today Mars goes retrograde in the sign of Aries. When a planet is retrograde, the energy is directed inward for a more internal processing, instead of looking outside of ourselves. And, Mars in Retrograde is a time where you and I can look inward to revaluate our life path and direction. It is a time where we are encouraged to think about our actions, and whether they are aligned with the life and world we want to create and live in. In fact, Mars Retrograde is a good time to re-write the script of your dreams and goals, and to think about what is really worth your time and energy. During this retrograde for the next two months, your drive, ambitions and self worth will be re-examined, making it feel like you can't move forward with your plans. You also might find your temper may flair and anger simmering in your belly. It is important that you channel that fiery energy in positive ways. If you feel angry, recognize that it is your spirit letting you know that you deserve better. Allow your anger to fuel actions to demand MORE for yourself and the people and issues that are important to you. Reconnect with your passions. Be creative. Allow yourself to become aware who and what lights up your soul. This is a potent time. Use it wisely to move you into a new level of self respect and self love.

Just for today, I look within to find my treasures. I go within to connect with all the wisdom of the Universe. I release other people's fears and limitations and I think my own loving thoughts. I welcome change that I know is full of opportunities. In order to change my life on the outside, I must change the inside first. The moment I am willing to change, it is amazing the Universe brings me everything I need. I trust the power that created me to protect me and guide me at all times and under all circumstances. I am safe. It is only change and out of this situation only good will come. And so it is.

Your words are powerful

Tomorrow Mars goes retrograde for the next two months, bringing with it fire in the form of rage and anger. And, the moment before the retrograde can intensify unexpressed emotions and agitation. Today, make sure that you are not reacting too quickly with your words if you find yourself triggered by anger. Taking time out to process your emotions before reacting will always lead to more harmonious relations and a much more harmonious day. Your words are powerful. They can create or they can destroy. So today choose wisely.

Just for today, I recognize that every word I think and every sentence I speak is an affirmation. It is either negative or positive. Positive affirmations create positive experiences. Negative affirmations create negative experiences. My new affirmation habit is to speak only of the good I want in my life. Then only good will come to be. I use my words with care and everything is working out for my highest good. And so it is.

Let go of relationships that serve you no purpose

You and I have been awakening to the reality that some of the relationships and circumstances in our lives, which we clearly need to let go of. Perhaps you have tried all that you can to make things work, but they have come unsustainable now. Today, right now, no matter what illusion or rationalization that you have created about loyalty or fear of being alone, it is time for you to surrender and let go. As you let go of who and what no longer supports you, you make room for new blessings. Today, set your intentions to let go, no matter how scary it is and even if you have nothing or no one to replace them with. Healing can be confusing and frightening but as you weed your spiritual garden, trust that you are making room for a new life and extraordinary miracles. Today, let go and trust.

Just for today, I am willing to let go. I forgive everyone in my past for all perceived wrongs. I release them with love. I am now free to move forward. I let go of all expectations. People, places and things are free to be who they are and I am free to be me. I am willing to release the need to feel unworthy. I am worthy of the very best in Life and I now lovingly allow myself to accept it. I am safe and secure in my world. I now create miracles in my life by letting go of the everything and everyone that serves no purpose in my life. All is truly well in my world. And so it is.

An attitude of gratitude

Sometimes it is easy to forget how, in truth, we all have so much to be grateful for, no matter what is going on in the world around us. And, if we allow ourselves to re-focus our attention on all the things that we have to be grateful for, everything changes. In fact, gratitude unlocks the fullness of life. It turns what we have into enough, and more. It turns denial into acceptance, chaos to order, confusion to clarity. It can turn a meal into a feast, a house into a home, a stranger into a friend. Today surrender your struggles, your disappointments, your resentments and fear and choose to be grateful for the changes that are happening in your life right now, even if you cannot see or appreciate the goodness that is in store for you. Today choose to be grateful for it all.

Just for today, I intentionally look at all the positive things in my life and I am grateful for them all. I am grateful for every experience I have ever had for it has shaped me into the person I am today and that is exactly who I am supposed to be right now at this very moment. The more grateful I feel the more I am aware that the supply is endless. I am willing to release the need to feel unworthy and for struggling and suffering. I am worthy of the very best in Life and I accept it now. I am grateful to be alive another wonderful day and everything is working out for my highest good. And so it is.

Learn your lessons

Today is a 444 day, 4th day in a 4 Universal Year(2020), according to my numerology friends. And, the number 4 has many lessons for us all this year. Four ultimately is the number of the teacher-a teacher that pushes you to work hard, have discipline and be strong. And, it won't come as a surprise that our strength is really being tested this year by that teacher and the lessons it has for us. And, your spiritual strength is being enhanced as you are learning the value of simplicity, boundaries and the value of YOU! Today, on this 444 day, take time to reflect on the many lessons you are receiving. Begin to understand how the strength you are building now will benefit you and your entire life. And, know that you are never alone in learning those lessons. The Universe is always guiding you and protecting you towards your highest good however you must listen and be willing to learn those lessons and change.

Just for today, I am willing to learn something new every day. I know that everyone in my life has something to teach me. We have a purpose to being together. I cannot learn other people's lessons for them. They must do their own work and they will do it when they are ready. I am in the process of making positive changes in every area of my life. I am safe. It is only change and out of this situation only good will come. And so it is.

Full Moon in Pisces

Tonight we have a Full Moon in Pisces, the planet of dreams and illusion. This Full Moon therefore reminds us the power of dreaming and imagination. And, during this time of great unrest, it is important for you and I to change the narrative, inwardly and outwardly. And, Full Moons are also a time of releasing and letting go. So, it is important that you take some time to release any visions of your future that are frightening. Instead visualize yourself and all beings safe, loved and happy. Today allow the Full Moon energy to help you to let go of who you were yesterday or even a moment ago, and welcome who you are in this very moment. In this very moment, nothing of yesterday and nothing of tomorrow exists. All that is real is you, right here, right now, in this space, in this state. From this space of presence you can visualize and then manifest a new vision for your future. Let go of the old to allow the new to come rushing in.

Just for today, I let go of all fear and doubt and Life becomes simple and easy for me. I am gentle, kind and comforting to my inner child as I uncover and release old negative messages within me. I let go of all that no longer serves any purpose in my life. My consciousness is filled with positive, loving thoughts that are reflected in all my experiences. I am safe. It is only change and everything is working out for my highest good. And so it is.