January/February 2012
      MOON ASTROLOGY by Raven Moondance

    With each day, each shift, and each crisis, we are being forced to release old ways of being and we are becoming more and more empowered to be the creative beings we truly are.  2011 as a "4" year, shook loose the very foundations and fabric of our life and world and asked us to begin creating new, more viable ways of living in harmony and Oneness with each other and Nature. Now, 2012 as a "5" year (2+0+1+2=5) brings the energies of freedom, change, excitement, progressing thinking and inner awareness. The Chinese New Year on Jan. 23 initiates the Year of the Dragon bringing a fiery, ever-changing, exciting energy to fuel our further transformation. Feel the energy and utilize it to propel you forward. Be present. Stay centered in the moment. Take leaps of faith--what do you have to lose?
    "11:11:11 opened a portal to the dynamic energies of 2012. Our focus and experience at that time initiated a process, setting us upon a path, aligning with our Souls intention for being alive at this amazing time on the Planet. This portal will stay open, into 2012, from now forward, and particularly each day at 11:11. Spending even a few moments at those times (as you are able to) will continue to open you to and strengthen your connection to this energy." (from Elizabeth Jones at astrologyoflight.com) She suggests that at 11:11 p.m. to use "The Yin Approach where you surrender to the energies present and are receptive and become a witness to this exchange. This can be a most mystical experience as you may sense or feel the energies actually move around, and perhaps even through, you. As you breathe in, hold your breath just a moment and surrender to the intake of the breath you just took, allowing the life force to penetrate and engulf you."    
    
At 11am, use the Yang Approach in which "you are more dynamically involved, seeking to invite in and even direct the energies in some way. Here you are a co-creator with the energies present as they move between the Worlds of Spirit and Matter. As you breathe out, and before you inhale, state that you are a co-creator with the energies that are entering you upon your intake of air. Affirm that you are a vehicle for the fundamental creative power of the Universe." (astologyoflight.com, 11-9-11)
      Work with the opportunities that are presented to us each day. Stay present. Don't look back--the past is over.  While the Sun moves through the earth sign of CAPRICORN (Dec.21-Jan.19) focus on creating practical and realistic routines and practices in your daily life that support the shift towards a more sustainable planet. With the Capricorn/Cancer Full Moon on January 9, contemplate what you wish to create for your most outrageous future. What do you envision for the future of humankind and our planet? Over the following weeks, notice what challenges arise distracting you from your higher focus. Clear out old patterns of thought that limit you from believing in an abundant, loving world for all.
    While the Sun moves through the air sign of AQUARIUS (Jan.20-Feb.18) connect with like-minded people and groups. Remember that the power to create change on a large scale comes from the collective. We set the foundation with our personal dreams and focus and then, when a significant number of people envision and believe in a similar outcome, a shift occurs.  With the New Moon in Aquarius on Jan. 23 consciously rework, renew and enhance your focus on what you envision, asking that it unfold and become more and more concrete as the days pass. With the Full Moon in Aquarius/Leo on Feb. 7, celebrate with others in some way that enhances your connection to the earth, the moon, the stars and all our relations. When we move into the sign of PISCES on Feb. 19, expect your dreams and inner knowingness to be greatly enhanced by the watery Pisces energies.

    Utilize the affirmations for your Sun and Moon signs to assist you in negotiating these times.

ARIES (March 19-April 19) Quickly take care of any challenges that may surface for you. Don't put off or delay dealing with them. Acknowledge and confront what needs to be dealt with head on. Just do it and move on with your life! Examine your thought patterns and beliefs searching for any obstacles that may be preventing you from fulfilling your purpose or engaging life fully. Examine--confront--and move on without letting doubts and questions sabotage you. You are a powerful manifestor--believe in yourself.   AFFIRMATION:  Each day I easily and confidently step more and more completely onto my true path and into fuller enjoyment of life.  I AM blessed.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) Life has been busy and perhaps challenging for you for a while now. As we begin this New Year, take some time to rest and recuperate. As we move into the depths of winter, emulate nature--become quiet, go within. Yes, you must work and take care of your day-to-day business, but then allow yourself to "hibernate" in whatever way feels comfortable for you. Prepare for the spring when renewed energy will once again surge through you.   AFFIRMATION:  Each day as I allow myself to attune to Nature, to the deep quiet of winter, my health, well-being and soul are being renewed.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) Use both your intuition and your intellect to solve any problems or to get the answers you are seeking. Do the research so that you are aware of the facts, options and possibilities. Then, combining information with your inner knowingness, notice what insights are revealed to you. When your mind and heart are working harmoniously, problems seem to solve with ease and situations are negotiated with confidence. Seek to enhance your inner knowingness with knowledge as a way to aligning all aspects of your being.
AFFIRMATION:  I step forward into this New Year in power and confidence and fully aligned in body, mind and spirit.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) Winter is a powerful time of year for you. As the full moon of your year (5,6,7 months after your birthday) it is a time to gain insight, guidance and clarity regarding what may need to be addressed in your life, beliefs or perceptions. It can be a challenging time. Utilize sound as a way to release tension, opening your heart and mind to receive--sing, chant, tone, play an instrument or listen to music that opens your heart. Allow the insights to come, but don't push yourself to act quite yet. Allow time--perhaps a month or two--for assimilation on a deeper, soul level. You will know when the time is right to act upon the guidance you receive. 
AFFIRMATION:  I allow the sounds vibrating within and around me to relax and align my body, mind and spirit. I am calm, relax and peaceful. AM one with the energies of the Universe.

LEO (July 23-Aug.22)  Life can sometimes take a different turn than we expect. But remember that we are never given more than we can handle. Deal with whatever occurs head-on, tapping into your inner wisdom, your resources and your courage. You are a lot stronger and more resilient than you think! Recall past challenges and how you overcame them. Now get going and confidently take care of whatever comes up!  You can do it!
AFFIRMATION:  I step forward in confidence and courage knowing that I have the resources and ability to deal with whatever life brings. I AM guided, supported and loved in every moment.

VIRGO (Aug.23-Sept.22) With these continually shifting and changing energies, it is essential to remain flexible, resilient and willing to shape-shift in order to negotiate varying situations or areas of your life. Tap into different aspects of yourself as a way to expand who you are. Practice different identities by changing your dress, habits, actions. Learn how to modify your auric field. Change your hair style. Have fun with this and you will be able to more effectively and joyfully deal with whatever situation comes your way with greater confidence and ease.  AFFIRMATION:  I AM flexible, resilient and enjoy shifting and changing with each situation and person I encounter. Life is fun!

LIBRA (Sept.23-Oct.22)  Use your creativity to solve problems or deal with any challenges. Think out of the box. Try approaching a situation from a different perspective. Thinking creatively is the key! When the Sun moves through the air sign Aquarius (1/20-2/18), you may find that you are able to more easily receive insights and awareness. As a Libra, you are also an air sign. Whenever the Sun moves through signs of your element--Gemini, Libra and Aquarius--there is an ease and familiarity with the energy facilitating understanding and awareness. Use the month of Aquarius to access the insights and guidance you need to negotiate life in a more open ended, creative way.
AFFIRMATION: I am open to all possibilities, options and ideas that assist me in moving forward with ease into this glorious new year.

SCORPIO (Oct.23-Nov.21) This is a time to nurture your sense of compassion for both yourself and for others. Be there, listening and supporting friends and loved ones without trying to fix a situation or solve their problem. You have been through  many challenges and transformations in your life so you understand what it is to be in a place of pain and suffering. Be a compassionate listener. If the stories you hear trigger your issues, have compassion for yourself. We all do what is necessary at the time. As we grow and learn, we gain healthier options to choose from that empower us along our journey.  AFFIRMATION:  I love and accept myself for all that I am, all that I have experienced and for the unique individual I am evolving into. I AM blessed.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov.22-Dec.21) As you begin a new year initiated by your birthday, where do you need to make some shifts? Where do you need to adjust your focus in order to achieve what you desire to see unfold over the coming year? Are you standing in your truth? Observe. Are you making conscious choices or automatic decisions based on your past history or on someone else's perceptions or expectations? Observe. Make your choices and decisions based on your inner truth tapping into your power and authority as a sovereign being. Establish healthy boundaries, ask for what you want and step forward based on your own internal authority and autonomy.
AFFIRMATION:  I rejoice in who I am. I easily and comfortably move forward guided by my inner knowingness and inner truth.

CAPRICORN (Dec.22-Jan.19) It is a time of transformation for you as you end one year and begin anew with your birthday. Shed the skin of the old, out-moded ways of believing, perceiving and doing that are no longer working in your life. When we do the same thing over and over and get the same unwanted results, than it is time for much needed change in either what we do or in how we are perceiving a situation. Perhaps a huge transformation from the core of your being is in order or perhaps simply a shift in perception. Let discomfort, annoyance, anger, irritation, suffering, agonizing be your pointers that a change is in order. Remember--when we have the courage to let go of the old, something better is always waiting for us around the corner .  AFFIRMATION:  The past is over. I step forward into my new year open to exciting new changes that fill my heart and my life with joy. I AM blessed.

AQUARIUS (Jan.21-Feb.18) Clean out the closets and engage in some self-examination as you prepare for a new year ahead initiated by your birthday. Where do you need to make some changes in your beliefs about yourself and your capabilities? Where are you out of integrity with yourself--continuing old patterns when you really believe otherwise? Observe yourself. Examine your thoughts. What is preventing you from stepping more fully and completely into your true work, onto your path, into the essence of who you truly are? Feel good about how far you have come, acknowledging your progress, but now is time to take stock and prepare to move forward leaving the doubts, limitations and worries behind.  AFFIRMATION:  I am clear. I am focused. I move forward in strength and confidence trusting that I am supported in all ways and in line with my highest good.

PISCES (Feb.19-March 19) As you complete your personal year (a new one is initiated each year by your birthday),
give yourself the time and space to go within for some undisturbed quiet time. Perhaps create a comfortable, nurturing space somewhere within your home that can be a place of solace for you. With the rapid pace of life and the intensity of the energies all around us, a place of quiet is essential. This is especially essential for you, Pisces as you are so very aware of and sensitive to energy. Giving yourself the gift of silence, even for a few minutes a day, will enhance your ability to more effectively deal with the energies swirling around you, as well as nurture your intuition and your connection to spirit. You will begin to feel more peaceful and serene and more aligned with the essence of your true self.  AFFIRMATION:  My sacred space nurtures, calms and realigns my body, mind, spirit and emotions. Ahhhhh...I am peaceful, I am relaxed and I am grateful.

To schedule an appointment for a personal Moon Astrology Reading for 2012, contact Raven at (352) 372-8594 or moondance_raven@hotmail.com

 

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