just start moving
audacity, saturn retrograde, and the aquarius full moon// july 26 - aug. 1
I’ve been thinking this week about energetic momentum & movement. How to get out of a rut by generating movement and how to ride the wave of momentum to make life feel effortless. I find that clients often come to me in moments of indecision or transition. When life is in flux, and they can’t clearly see what the next step is. For people with earthier charts, they tend to sit in stillness/inaction for longer because it feels like the safest choice. My air people tend to talk through their options incessantly, making them feel productive without actually making actionable change.
The truth is we have to just start moving. There is no perfect time to start, and there is no perfect direction. There will always be a better time and a better circumstance, but if we spend our life waiting for that perfect moment…we will likely spend most of our lives waiting.
So we just start moving.
In my dance days, many choreographers would instruct us to ‘start before we were ready.’ Meaning, move your body before your mind talks you into a habit or a pattern. Surprise yourself with a big jump out of nowhere instead of spinning in the same circles you always do. I think about this often, in relation to my life now. I am one of those people who loves to ideate forever and ever, but at some point I have to make a move.
If you are feeling stuck on the edge of a big transition or in a rut with the way things are. MOVE. It doesn’t matter how, it doesn’t matter where, just move. What you may find is that by deciding to move, you start to build momentum. You can then listen to the momentum and decide “is this the right direction for me or should I pivot here?” “Do I actually like where I’m headed or would I like to change my mind?” But it’s the movement, the momentum that gets you out of your head and into action.
Within my business, I have pivoted a lot. I change my mind constantly, but I always keep moving. Some workshops are full! At some events, all I get is crickets. I use this information to help me make my next move.
This week, we have a big electric full moon in Aquarius. The cosmic flashlight is illuminating a restless and rebellious nature within us. Where are we craving to throw out the rule book and do things unconventionally? I invite you to really contemplate this with me this week.
Your invitation: In what ways do you wish to radically change the way you live? How can you use the magnetism of Jupiter in Leo to turn that audacious thought into something actually actionable? ↓
I am a professional astrologer and yoga teacher living in new york city. No one taught me how to do this. There is not really a rulebook for this life I am building. Every day asks for me to step up and expand my sense of self-worth and creativity in new ways. But it’s possible, and I am somehow doing it. So maybe that audacious idea of how you’d like to radically change the way you live seems a little crazy now, but if you take it seriously enough, you might end up like me (in a good way). ❤️
In the Sky
☉ Saturn Retrograde begins in Aries on 7/26 - This is a tricky one. It’s a long transit, and it’s a subtle energy at play. You have to really tune in to feel this one. Unlike mercury retrograde (who is a little more in your face lol), Saturn retrograde operates at a low hum beneath the surface. It asks you to stick to your word and follow through on what you say you’re going to do. It’s a good habit for us to build. It’s good energetic hygiene…to follow through. Starting today through December, Saturn is going to hold you a little more accountable for your actions. He’s going to be keeping a closer eye on your sense of integrity and nudge you back into alignment if you lose your way.
☾ Moon moves - This week we see a gorgeous peak summer full moon in Aquarius on 7/29. Today’s full moon is particularly magnificent because the moon will be opposing both the sun and Jupiter at 6° of Leo. Themes from last week’s newsletter are ever present under this full moon. Leaning into radical authenticity, embracing unconventional ideas, and making space for inspiration to strike in unlikely ways.
Your invitation: This is the last full moon before our upcoming eclipses. Make the most of it by shifting the narrative and getting out of your comfort zone. Aquarius calls for experimentation and risk-taking… what will it be for you?
In the Studio:
Yesterday I welcomed four people into my space for Leo Season Flash Readings. It was fun to sit on the floor with pillows and rugs, sun pouring in on a sunny Saturday, and gush about the radiance of Leo and how each of these people can tap into Leo energy in their own unique way. A theme that came up in almost every session was the idea of giving to others from an overflowing cup rather than a depleted one. Fueling your own fire as a way to first tend to yourself and then inherently keep others warm as well. If you want to get into an even deeper leo convo with me, you know where to find me.
UP NEXT - MOON CENTERING
Our next community moon centering will take place on Sunday, August 9th for the new moon in Leo. Mark your calendars!
Click the button below to learn more about these gatherings and to sign up for free!
ONGOING - WEEKEND YIN ON INSIGHT TIMER
Every(ish) Saturday at noon, I will offer a donation based weekend reset practice on the insight timer app! If you aren’t local to new york and are looking for a way to connect inwards while also attuning to the seasons around you, this weekly practice might be just what you need!
Until next week! xx