Our emotions can run high and are amplified by the dark mirror of the new moon. This is a rich and bountiful opportunity to respectfully identify our feelings, and witness them for what they are. Just as the full moon demands to be seen, glowing through the vastness of the world in a given moment, the new moon demands us to see ourselves; to recognize that the same bright lunar glow that is reflected by the moon exists first within us all. 

There is space for a fresh beginning here - just remember that you don't have to do everything at once, or with haste. As the moon rebirths itself, nestled in the darkness of a twinkling sky, so does your current chapter of life. Pour slowly and intentionally. A great way to put these strengths into practice is through somatic sensory awareness, joining together the tenacity of the body with the magic of the mind. Breathe into your own being. With each breath, notice yourself. Reflect on all that you are, while gently stretching into these aspects of being. If in a breath you happen to notice your ribcage flexing open, bend slightly from one side to the next, making a little more space for the moment. Flex your toes back, flare your nostrils, or stretch out your fingers. Feel how strong even the smallest parts of you can be, simply by activating them. Introduce intention to these movements, whether it be while opening a door, scratching your arm, lifting your body, or washing dishes. These mundane moments are where the richest magical sparks reside. 

The moon shifts and changes without judgement - always herself without a doubt, despite the ebbs and flows. What judgements can you release about yourself this lunar cycle? How can you embrace the ebbs and flows? 

To further investigate this practice, check out one of our favorite journals: Being In Your Body, currently available through the Seagrape online shop