The shift in the energy has been palpable since the Aquarian surge arrived on January 19th. The heaviness of earthy Capricorn presence has been replaced with a more energized and even hopeful energy of the air sign Aquarius. The “rebel" with a cause” energy sure has had help this year in shaking us up out of a slumber with our current pandemic and political unrest. This energy vies for individuality within diversity so that we can express our unique selves within our truest expressions in order to make a difference in the world. This energy may confirm the saying that “there is only one of each of us so fearlessly be yourself”. No one else is going to do you! This pandemic has quite possibly had you asking the question..how do I show up in this changed world now? Perhaps your job has shifted or been eliminated or the environment you work in has changed, or maybe you feel a social calling but are unsure of how to answer. Lots of questions have arrived this year to inspire new growth and the Aquarian cycle is the perfect archetype to guide us into the disruption and at times chaos in order to free us from the norms and invite us towards liberation, reinvention, and some unexplored spaces to within our future. The theme for 2021 from my view is “Innovation”.
So how do we lean into these times without feeling so fearful, confused and disoriented? These times can certainly leave us feeling like the rug has been pulled out from under us. Change although highly uncomfortable at times brings in new energy, creativity, and new ways of “seeing”. We often don’t know what we are looking for until we embrace the uncertainty of trying something different. For me teaching virtually was less than appealing but after trying it out I found it has opened up a lot of space and potential. I have re-connected with friends out of state, I can teach on vacation, and I can learn new skills that help me to be better equipped for the emerging needs of my community. “Try it before you knock it” really was good advice in my situation. Life most likely has been revealing places that you may feel stuck or desire for some new direction and expansion. We can work with this by trying some new things..implore your curiosity. Learning new skills, talking to people facing similar hurdles, seeking input from those that have taken a leap before us and giving yourself some extra space to engage with odd urges and impulses are all ways in which we can innovate our way of showing up to meet with what is transpiring.
Other than daring to do things differently another tip for this season is get more comfortable saying and practicing the “I don’t have to know” mentality. With Mercury going retrograde on January 30th, not all t’s will be crossed and i’s dotted as we begin this change cycle. Sometimes we will try things and not get definitive results. We may experiment without conclusions and that is ok and in fact at times even better. Try not to label “the answer” as the goal but more of what is the experience is revealing about you and your place as it exists currently. Be in the moment and take it as it day by day. I know this is such hard advice to follow but it will help us stay open and curious which is what we need to stay attuned to the creative forces at work. There is so much space in not knowing..and pure creativity emanates from this exact space.
If you still feel uncertain as to where to begin your own personal innovation, the heart is a great place to start. The polarity of the Aquarian archetype is Leo energy. Without it we serve the world pretending to be who the world needs us to be or without the spark and passion it takes to do our work day after day. On Thursday our moon in full in Leo calling back to that which illuminates our passion, invigorates us, and brings a smile to our face and encourages us to radiate this intrinsic joy into our communities by being true to ourselves. Follow this energy and it will light your way. Your sun sign tells you about this solar energy found within each of us..our creative potential. Do what you love, what you enjoy and be with those that allow you to be on stage as yourself. The more we are in this vibration of love the closest we are to our truest expression of ourselves. If you don’t know what you love, then this is the perfect place to start exploring. Who do you love to be around? Who inspires you? Joseph Campbell advises us to “follow your bliss” and the rest takes care of itself. He may be into something…
Below are some additional tips for the season. Join me during the month for virtual live yoga practices to cultivate this Aquarian energy within our physical and energetic bodies. See my schedule at here. An astrology reading can also provide guidance for how to individually navigate these times staying in touch with your true essence. Book a free consultation on my website to see how astrology can support you. My aromatherapy collection can help you catalyze your intentions scentually. This season I recommend “Gather” to connect us in community to our truth and our collective reformation. It takes a village… Or “Soulshine” to bring your heart forward. You can purchase my collection on here.
I am holding this mantra close this season “Lokah Somastah Sukhino Bhavantu”..May all beings be happy and free and may my words, thoughts and actions contribute to the happiness and freedom of myself and all other beings.” Let it be so friends!
