The rise from the SHINE

And...we're back

Time is shifting quickly and we are about to enter into another lunar cycle. Those 28 and a half days have almost passed and we find ourselves near the new moon, once again.  The new moon comes into our lives on July 22 at approx. 2:19pm EST so get your house in order. Use these next few days to collect your thoughts around what will be your focus and to also allow spirit to give you the necessary messages to move forward and enter this Leo Season. When the moon is dark or new it's the best time during the lunar cycle to begin to set intentions and build towards our own successes.

The lion defined

This cycle, the Leo lunar cycle, represents recognition of all kinds, our public self (known or branded), and the use of control in our lives.  Leo is definitely a time of showmanship, display and beauty, but there are other things that Leo time brings to us. If you are looking for recognition or public accolades, well this is a time for it. And if you have a social cause that you wish to bring more attention to now would be an excellent time to begin that campaign.  And lest we forget that Leo time is perfect for performance as well.  No matter how important all of these are, the bigger impact of this lunar cycle is that Leo is ruled by the Sun and that's no small act to follow so over these next 28.5 days really stretch what you think of Leo and it's ruling planet, the Sun.

Gifts of the Sun

The Sun, although usually associated with illumination, also makes way for healing, protection of the self, the use of divination in our lives, and that wonderful gift: renewal.  So, I hope these concepts have sparked you to really give it your ALL this lunar cycle. The Sun, a celestial body quite like the moon (the ruler of our ending Cancer cycle), holds so much energy and power that just knowing a small bit about it will catapult your endeavors this lunar cycle.  Illumination of all kinds is the greatest gift the Sun bestows upon us all.  And beware what you ask for because sometimes light shedding can be a double edged sword if we are not really ready for the truth. The Sun also amplifies our courage and confidence levels, so let's take that risk this cycle, what have we got to lose.

Focus in order to soar

What's it going to be? Below are the areas that can sky rocket during new moon time, I suggest you start (if you haven't already) making those efforts on your behalf and for your behalf.  The only thing we have is ourselves and for this kind of work, that's all we need.

Work in The Sun

Illuminate the Darkened

Belly Chakra Work

Finding Courage

Renewal

Leo Lunar Cycle Concept - Certainty

Know I am transformed

Let my past stay behind

I am grateful for my progress

The world is at my feet

Leo Lunar Cycle Herbs/Flower Essences

Acacia - Meditation

Orange -  Love

Tuberose - Centering

Leo Lunar Cycle Affirmation

I ask the Sun to help me recognize all the things 

I no longer need,

Give me the courage to actively purge & release 

all I have moved beyond,

All of this I do with great joy for love, compassion, 

& happiness are my destiny 

--Andrea

 

I am certain that I am

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Newness Upon Us
Time is shifting quickly and we are about to enter into another lunar cycle. The new moon comes into our lives tomorrow at approximately 10:53 am EST. So get your houses in order. Use this one day to collect your thoughts around what will be your focus and to also allow spirit to give you the necessary messages to move forward and enter this Leo Season.

Put on Your Public Face
Leo is definitely a time of showmanship, display and beauty, but there are other things that Leo time brings to us.  If you are looking for recognition or public accolades, well this is a time for it. And if you have a social cause that you wish to bring more attention to now would be an excellent time to begin that campaign.  And lest we forget that Leo time is perfect for performance as well.  Over these next 28.5 days really stretch what you think of Leo and it's ruling planet, the Sun.

 Nothing To Loose
The Sun, a celestial body quite like the moon (the ruler of our ending Cancer cycle), holds so much energy and power that just knowing a small bit about it will catapult your endeavors this lunar cycle.  Illumination of all kinds is the greatest gift the Sun bestows upon us all.  And beware what you ask for because sometimes light shedding can be a double edged sword if we are not really ready for the truth.  The Sun also amplifies our courage and confidence levels, so let's take that risk this cycle, what have we got to loose.

Changing It Up
As I think about what I want my focus to be the word that has come to mind this week is chameleon, that's right just a small lizard like creature that changes color, but upon further understanding of its totem power I know that this message for me is about knowing my ability to see and utilize both my past and my future. Now mix that knowledge into a Leo Cycle and I have got an equation for great things for me and others. So, putting my nose to the grindstone and making *sh happen this cycle, how about you?

Finding Focus
What will your focus be about? Will you take on a large meta task or will your intention be more micro and internal. Whatever you chose, be about it. The Sun is a strong tool that lightens everything it touches.  Below are concepts and ideas to help you focus this cycle. This is the starting point, not ending point.  Be creative, be open, be receptive and your messages will come through, if you are listening.

Work in The Sun

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Illuminate the Darkened

Belly Chakra Work

Finding Courage

Renewal

Leo Lunar Cycle Concept - Certainty

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Know I am transformed

Let my past stay behind

I am grateful for my progress

The world is at my feet

Leo Lunar Cycle Herbs/Essences

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Acacia - Fire - Anointing

Honey - Earth - Prosperity

Rosewood - Water  Protection

Leo Cycle Affirmation

This cycle I embrace all that I have been able to transform,

I know within that my courage feeds my soul, but not my ego,

I share the joy of achievement with all and know that 

courage, success, and confidence is contagious

--Andrea