Yoga Kat

Today is the start of Mercury Retrograde in Libra season. I like this combination of energy. Mercury gets picked on a lot, and you’ll hear a lot of fear stories around the season. It would help if you always went with what feels suitable for you. I like MR; it has a purpose, or it wouldn’t show up three times this year. In-Universe there are reasons why everything happens. If you wish to see these periods as hard AF and want them over, please roll with that.

However, I am here to share my thoughts and how I work with MR, not against it.

Libra Season

Let’s start with Libra season, which is all about harmony. The scales of balance represent Libra. They are bringing everything back together to remember the one wholeness within us all. Libra loves all things that radiate beauty and not just the conditioned stereotype of beauty; look beyond that. The simple, beautiful things. Each one of us will have different takes on what is beautiful, which is brilliant. Then all things will get loved.

There is an indulgent side to Libra too. Again, all about bringing harmony to nourish the Soul. Indulgence doesn’t have to be expensive or lavish. Taking ten minutes to read your book in the middle of the day may fall into this category.

What about Mercury?

Mercury is the planet of communication and self-expression. It invites us to take a long hard look at what our truth is. Are you aligned with your values? MR is a time to take things slow, to go inward and communicate with your Self. If something is off, then how can you find harmony again?

Living your truth does get confused as an excuse to project your views right, left and centre. The more you connect inwardly, the less you may need to express outwardly. I love the message from Mercury to ‘go quietly.’ Doing your work is personal, private, and a special experience unique to you. Sitting quietly in your heart space is where you find your truth. It’s an unspoken ‘feeling’ that words may not be able to express. Truth is a knowing, a way of living that will radiate from you without a loudspeaker or soapbox.

Mercury creates an opportunity to unearth what has not been resolved inside. That is when you might perceive MR as ‘rough.’ Again, the Universe is not against you; it’s gently guiding you. Blame is a way of bypassing what you don’t want to see. If you aren’t ready and push it back down, know it will come up again. Give it a go now, even if you chip a little away of what needs to be done. Then next time it won’t be as big.

What can you do?

Journaling is a great tool to get things’ out’ and clear energy. Dump all that needs to be seen onto paper. It’s amazing what starts to flow when you do.

Make sure you back up your technology. Sometimes these things go a bit squiffy at these times.

Also, Mercury can affect our travel plans or plans in general. It reminds us to be flexible, and things are open to change. Nothing is every set inset-in-stone. Learn to be fluid.

I hope this post helps to soothe any fears around MR that may be present. Go quietly and mindfully for the next three weeks.

Until next time,

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It’s been a highly charged week with Full Moon, the closing of Virgo season and today Spring Equinox. Friends in the north, you will welcome Autumn Equinox right after the Harvest Moon. I’ll be speaking to the essence of Spring today as that is the energy I am residing in here in the south.

Spring Equinox (Ostara) is the day of equal light and dark brings a balance point. Neither Yin nor Yang is dominant, and all things are acknowledged. It is a reminder of the oneness within where there is no divide. Mind, body and spirit are of equal balance.

At this midpoint between Winter and Summer Solstice, look back to how far you have come since March. Observe all that has changed, moved and come to fruition. Have acceptance for all the circumstances that have presented this year. Try not to label them good or bad. See them as opportunities to have a fuller experience on earth.

The moon is in Aries for part of today, a fire sign. Aries takes action on all thing’s passion. It’s a great sign to assist in motivation if you feel a bit stuck. Spring Equinox is the energy of birth and the start of a new cycle of creation. The seeds you planted in winter will start to bloom now if you’ve taken good care of them. As things begin to bloom, ponder what the next step is. Focus on how you would like to feel moving forward. That way, you don’t get honed in on ‘things.’ Maybe write a list of feeling words and place it somewhere you can see it.

You may feel drawn to holding a sacred ceremony today. Make an altar out of gathered nature objects (Always ask any plants, flowers or trees if they would like to be part of your altar before hacking them down), crystals, candles, feathers, or anything you like. An altar gives you a focal point or vortex for the universal energy to create a container for your magic. Spring Equinox is related to the direction of the East and the element of air. You might like to sit at the eastern point of your altar to meditate, then journal or sit to reflect. If you choose to play music, it could contain wind instruments.

The possibilities are endless as we welcome new beginnings and the blessing of Spring in the southern hemisphere. Enjoy!

Meet Turritella

22 September, 2021

To be able to go inward, you must have a solid foundation to hold you. I love working with grounding crystals. It seems like a no brainer to use something from the earth to enhance grounding practices.

Meet Turritella, who is a fascinating stone that I have only recently met. The crystal gurus at Crystal and Stone brought Turritella to my awareness. You can see from its colour and marking something interesting going on here. Turritella is made up of fossilised snail shells. It takes a really long time (like 10,000 years) for fossils to form; these guys carry a lot of ancient energy. Waiting that long to be birthed takes patience.

Grounding and patience are some of the characteristics of Turritella. There is so much ancient earth energy in Turritella I’m finding it a go-to for when I’m feeling spacey. I keep this piece on my desk right where I can pick it up anytime I think I am drifting. It’s great to hold in meditation, too, as an anchor. Holding something tangible reminds me I have a foot in both worlds. Again, to go inward, there must be an anchor to the present, which is the human body.

Patience is a central theme in the world right now. Many are sitting waiting without any answers in sight or an end to a cycle. The snail as a spirit guide is a reminder to slow down. There is no need to hurry. At the time Turritella came into my life, it was a busy phase. I needed reminding there was time for everything to get done, so stop rushing. Learning to be patient and that some things take time is a great lesson.

The connection to the past running strong with Turritella may be a good stone for ancestral healing. Set the intention for Turritella to assist you to connect with your ancestors whilst meditating or channelling. This ancient stone is a wisdom keeper of knowledge; it may act as a key to unlock the ancestral wisdom within. If you are interested in past life work, Turritella may be helpful in this area. Ask to be shown wisdom that is relevant to your current path from journeys you have taken previously.

Even if you are not interested in any of the above, Turritella is a stunning stone to have around with its beautiful markings and colours xx.

P.S. Remember, crystals do not replace the guidance and care of medical professionals.

Two Full Moons in the sign of Aquarius during Leo season means we welcome a Blue Moon today (8:01 pm in Perth). What this means for you today is a chance to connect deeply with your higher Self.

Last month’s Full Moon in Aquarius highlighted your humanitarian side. A focus on selfless service. Now it is time to come back to your desires that will assist in the greater good.

I’ve noticed the pull to go a little quiet over the past week. I am taking time to focus on what I need right now. Last month’s moon was all about assisting and an outward focus of my energy. On this moon, I’m looking at what I can be doing from the inside out. There is a pull for silence, for hibernating away to get on with things without distraction.

Dedicate some time to projects that need your love and attention. Making time to come back to your greatest desires will serve the masses once they are born. Look back to the intentions you set on New Moon and Lion’s Gate. Have you taken any action on these? It’s time to do so. Find your balance again. In doing so, we do not stop giving and assisting others, especially in these crazy times. You gain a deeper understanding of where your energy needs to be for the highest good.

Today’s energy could easily derange into the selfish zone. Leo loves to be centre stage. Have an awareness of taking some time to give back to yourself but not cut off from service. Also, note if you have been overgiving as this is also a disservice. Stay connected to those who need it right now. Give what you can, when you can, whilst beavering away on what you need to do right now. Come back to the essence of love as a driving force of all decisions.

If it feels right for you today, take some time to release and forgive under the light of the Full Moon. Anything outdated or no longer relevant can be let go of with love. Your crystals may enjoy a moon bath tonight. It’s an excellent time for a ceremony as we close off Leo season and move in organised Virgo xx

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