Quantum Level 1 Sound Healing Training

Learn something new this season! I will be on the student side with you in this Level 1 Sound Healing training. I've been using tuning forks, bowls and gong for several years now, incorporating the power of sound vibration for my own well being and with others in private sessions or classes.

I also attend Sound Baths and have first hand experience with how clearing and helpful sound is, for the nervous system and the other systems of the body.

Kimber Lucier offers this Level 1 training in November, for 10 hours over 2 days. You do not need any tools, instruments or experience to explore sound as a medium! All will be provided.

Join me on November 12th and 13th 12 noon-5 pm at Leaping Waters in South Portland, Maine

RSVP with an email to leapingwatersyoga@gmail.com

Mercury Retrograde Ends, Full Moon in Aries Astrology for October 2nd-8th, 2022

This year Mercury Retrograde periods have cycled between air and earth signs. Mercury Retrograde in Virgo ends on October 2nd at 5:07 am ET and the next couple of weeks are Mercury's path to where the retrograde began. Air is mental and Earth is physical, and this cycle may have been about getting out of the dominant mind and thought patterns and back to physical reality, away from the world of ideas and ideals and toward tangible manifestation of what we can do, touch, build, and produce. Coming back to the how to and the foundation, we can then grow, progress and have something to support our future plans. Mercury relates to information, communication and the integration, perception and interpretation of words, messages, and discussions. During the retrograde, if something has been miscommunicated or misinterpreted, this new cycle os for sorting out and creating clear understanding.

Sunday ~ Mercury Direct will sit in Virgo, stationed, and this canmean a pause, a breath between this and that, time to regroup. The Moon is in Capricorn, so earth sign energy dominates the day, and the Moon squares Jupiter, Venus and the Sun (1 in Aries, 2 in Libra) which means all cardinal sign action. Progress will require effort and compromise. Selfish or self centeredness may be confronted as a block to progress. Venus asks that we work together harmoniously. Seek balance, fairness, and equal or shared workload. Wear Black.

Monday ~ Capricorn Moon with mostly harmonious aspects. Some things that need structure and a bit of guidance or wise authority could fall together suddenly. Believe in miracles or at least in yourself. Do what  you can and allow for something much needed to appear out of the blue. Void Moon starts 11:49 pm ET. Blue is today's color. 

(Moon trine Uranus & Mercury, sextile Neptune and conjunct Pluto)

Tuesday ~ The Moon shifts to visionary Aquarius at 6:20 am ET. Jupiter and Venus are in harmony with the Moon for growth, learning, collaborating, and overall good feelings between us. Avoid overthinking and approach problems or tasks with original ideas and approaches. Today's color is Pink.

Wednesday ~ Aquarius Moon mixes it up with a variety of aspects. From easy to stubborn, natural flow to persevering and assertive, any of this makes sense under the astrological conditions. Look for long term agreements and plans as the Moon meets Saturn, indicating obligations to be fulfilled. Engage in healthy, non judgmental brainstorming as the Moon aligns with Mars in Gemini. Take an idea to the action stage, but without any big rush to complete. Experiment and stay open minded. Void Moon 6:46 pm ET for a social evening. Wear Turquoise.

Thursday ~ Pisces Moon time begins at 8:47 am ET. This looks like a thoughtful, inward reflecting, and feeling centered day. Mercury aligns with Pluto and we may consider revisions and feel a change of heart based on individual emotions and truths. If  you've been pushing yourself to do or be something you are not, today the realization may come. This is how we center after Mercury retrograde. Give yourself permission to change  your course or your mind, and plan for how best to communicate this to others. Wear Blue.

Friday ~ Pisces Moon aligns with Uranus in Taurus and squares Mars in Gemini. Sudden change will feel confusing or uprooting. Take your time with everything today, be patient with feelings, and give others time to adjust to any sort of news or change. The Moon is approaching full, and emotions may run high as the tides often do during the Full Moon. Check in with each other and offer comfort and assurance more than advice or directives. Shortly after midnight, the Moon and Neptune meet for deep dreaming. Today's color is Green.

Saturday ~ Pisces Moon opposes Mercury direct in Virgo and forms a harmonious sextile to Pluto, still retrograde. I note this because Pluto is about to be direct, at 5:56 pm ET. Pluto has been retrograde in Capricorn and I feel the change will be very subtle since Pluto is the outer planet. Yet the outer planet rules inner truths and processes. Connect with intuitions. There's a meditative aspect that may be helpful today. As the Moon becomes Full, often associated with achievement and manifesting, also be aware of UN-doing, and being more ready for fresh starts. Void Moon 7:10 am ET to 11:57 am ET, and then Aries Moon meets Jupiter at 3:37 pm with an urge for what's new, untried, and feels spacious and progressive. Wear Red today.

Full Moon in Aries 4:55 pm ET, and there's a Floating or Mat based Full Moon Yoga Nidra at 5:30 pm Reserve space at www.leapingwatersyoga.com

Leaping Waters is at 146 Ocean St South Portland

Float in an aerial hammock or rest on the mat for this guided meditation to clear your mind and energy during Full Moon. If you can't attend on Sunday, join me on Wednesday at 7 pm Oct 12th. It's all on the schedule!

Peace, friends

Robin

New Moon in Libra Astrology for September 25th-October 1st, 2022

I'm going ALL OUT for this New Moon! It happens on the same date when Mercury retrograde and Venus are in conjunction with our Moon, before the move to Libra. It feels both auspicious and significant, especially for relationships and our ability to reason with each other, resolve past injustices and feel harmonious, able to love and able to put the past to rest.

I have two events, if you'd like to join me!

I'll guide the AERIAL part of New Moon Aerial as Tara Rook of Just Milk music plays live in the studio at Leaping Waters. It's a friendly place and a beautiful space. It'll feel like and BE a special occasion. You can rest or add movement while cocooned in your hammock, enjoying some blissful time 'alone' together. JUST MILK music is made to HEAL. One of her slogans and messages is JUST LOVE. It feels perfect for our Libra New Moon. I'll be there to help you into the hammock where you can float, dance, rest or meditate, immersed in the sound scape and free of expectation.

4:00-5:15 pm $39

At 6:00-7:00 I'll offer a second group session of Yin and Restorative Yoga on the mat, focused on autumn element which includes the shoulders, arms and hands and gently eases the body through this seasonal transition time. $20

If you want to come to both, I'll offer you a $50 self care special.

Leaping Waters Yoga 146 Ocean St South Portland

RSVP on the website and if you sign up for both, venmo just $50 (only 6 spaces for the double!)

Venmo is @Robin-Payton-1 

Happy New Moon! Let's manifest!

Sunday~ Virgo Moon meets both Mercury and Venus and this feels like a very important day for figuring out how to love each other, communicate feelings, get along, compromise willingly, and receive or offer help where it's needed. Some issues from the past come up for figuring out, healing or resolving. Plans can be temporary and on a trial basis and if so, make that clear and well understood between people/parties. From 8:49 am to 12:43 pm, ET the Moon is void of course. New Moon in Libra is at 5:55 pm ET and opposes Jupiter hours later. How to grow together is a major topic of this New Moon. Can you support each other's growth and changes without fear or limiting beliefs? Can you support your own need to open, forgive, expand and learn in the same way? Today's color is White.

Monday ~Libra Moon and it's a new lunar cycle. Look for that sliver of Moon in the sky tonight. Venus and Mercury continue to exert influence, with more from yesterday's forecast playing out. Venus aligns with Pluto helping us dive deep into our hearts and sort out what's real and true for ourselves. Mercury conjunct to Venus is all about making things work that didn't work the first ormost recent time. The Sun opposes Jupiter for announcements and more expression of how growth, forgiveness or learning will occur. Some will break their news of change. There may be mixed feelings. How much can we be happy for one another and not criticize or place limitations or doubt in another person's mind? The Moon goes on to harmonize with Mars in Gemini and Saturn in Aquarius and it's all about the ideas and direction needed for making things happen (despite the retrograde ness, this feels like it's about second chances and overdue matters). Wear Pink.

Tuesday ~ Today, Mercury aligns with Pluto, continuing all this focus on inner questioning to find the outcome or direction you really want. Take your time or some time away from confusing and mixed messages from others and feel what your heart and gut truly say. Libra Moon squares Pluto for lots of pros and cons action. Avoid letting this turn into overthinking. Your inner self already knows the answer. Go with that. Void Moon 12:21 pm to 7:15 pm ET when the Moon moves to Scorpio, the fiery water sign. That means churning up emotions. Allow for personal space and don't let raw feelings get the best of you. They can diminish as fast as they arise. Act with integrity. Wear Indigo.

Wednesday ~ Scorpio Moon, yet the astrological story for today is more about Mars aligning with Saturn. Saturn is slower and retrograde. Mars is action oriented and not retrograde. I see this as new action on long pending situations. The idea is to get it 'right' this time. Make a move on something that's been stuck in the works. It doesn't all have to be done or produced today, but you can make a step in the desired direction. Scorpio Moon helps with focus and drive. Today's color is Red.

Thursday ~ Venus moves into Libra. Libra lunar cycle is progressing and one spotlight is on partners and equal partnership. Venus wants peace and compromise in Libra. Three may feel like 'a crowd' and working with one partner might yield better results or less complicated interaction. Scorpio Moon makes so many aspects with planets, and it's a very mixed result or range of emotions. Yet the main idea seems to be about working things out and getting set for longer term plans and results. Soon. After 5:20 pm ET, the Moon is void of course and that may help bring some chiller or calmer vibes for the evening. Sagittarius Moon waits til after midnight. Wear Purple.

Friday ~ Sagittarius Moon as of 12:03 am ET. If the week had lots of pressure, questions, nose to the grindstone to meet a deadline, or any such thing, this Moon sign may help release pressure. Sag Moon and Venus are in harmony for good times and adventures, together. Jupiter in Aries aligns with the Moon to fire up plans, get out of brain fog or an emotional whirlwind, and open your mind to new possibilities and happenings. The Sun also aligns with the Moon for good feelings and more confidence. Wear Yellow.

Saturday ~ Sagittarius Moon engages with a number of planets including Mercury retrograde square to the Moon from Virgo. Questions of reliability and order come up even as the Moon sails in this free spirited sign. Take care of an obligation and feel freedom in having it done! Venus is opposite Jupiter in Aries and Libra, with topics and themes around self in contrast to partnership. What have you been learning about your self and your roles in relationships? Jupiter calls for new starts and growth while Venus reminds us of significant relationships and having balance to be in relaitonship and neither lose yourself nor neglect others' needs. Notice the balance in doing what you need for you while honoring feelings and promises all the way around. Void Moon starts 5:46 pm ET. The night is what you make of it. Wear Green and stay centered in the heart.

More Mercury Retrograde & Sun to Libra~ Astrology for September 18th to 24th, 2022

Mercury steps back into Virgo on Friday the 23rd with significant Mercury action in both Libra and Virgo this week. 

On Sunday the 25th, join me for New Moon Aerial with Live Music from JUSTMILK! Chill vibes, feel welcome to hang in the hammock and just enjoy! Or add movements guided during this soothing and energizing 75 minute session. Venmo $40 to @Robin-Payton-1 to support this local artist and our women owned local businesses and be with us 4:00-5:15 pm next Sunday

Sunday September 18th ~ Catching up and regrouping, the Sun is in Libra along with Mercury, Venus is in Virgo, Mars is in Gemini, Jupiter in Aries, Saturn in Aquarius, Uranus in Taurus, Neptune in Pisces and Pluto in Capricorn. There's a wide variety and multitudes of combinations in all of this. Today the Moon graces cancer and squares planets in Libra and Aries. All 3 signs are cardinal and they seek progress and imply initiation and active engagement. There's impulse or inspiration to get things moving and move through obstacles with these two squares. Mercury retro opposes Jupiter in Aries and that may point out the obstacles, one being how we communicate with one another. Are you being and have you been clear about your goals and plans, particularly in relation to others who are involved or can support you? Is unclear communication holding you back? If so, what's the next best plan or conversation for you to initiate? Another possibility is that you're holding back generally and don't want to be the one to initiate, out of fear or self protection. Ask yourself what your gut says and what''s the productive way to handle this. The Sun/Pluto trine tonight may help rise gut feelings and wisdom from deep within. Wear Black today.

Monday ~ Cancer Moon aligns in trines with Uranus in Taurus and Venus in Virgo, both earth signs. Venus and Uranus align overnight, after midnight on Tuesday, in this time zone. This feels harmonious even around surprises and changes. Go easy on your friend or partner even if something small is bothersome. Feel the synchronicity, one example being a surprise departure leads to a perfect replacement or match. Practice acts of kindness. Wear Light Green today.

Tuesday ~ Cancer to Leo Moon with void of course time from 11:57 am to 4:38 pm ET. Those hours begin with a Sun/Moon sextile that indicates easy going and inner harmony. Avoid judging yourself as the Moon opposes Pluto. Regrets come naturally with Mercury retrograde, but you're probably doing better than you imagine. Be kind to yourself through adjustments and changes. Relationship and friendship may be an area of shift, perhaps due to a move or other life change. There may be a bittersweet feeling lingering. Leo Moon aligns with Mercury retrograde in Libra for reconnections with old friends and other unexpected meetings or connections with people. Open your eyes and mind to those in your midst. Read the message. Consider returning the call. Avoid brushing things aside as unimportant until you've really felt into the message or meaning. Today's color is Orange. 

Wednesday ~ Leo Moon aligns with Jupiter in Aries, and it's energizing and inspiring. Though Mercury is retrograde, we may look to and feel motivated by the future. Consider how you want to grow and what you want and need to learn! Investigate or study. Go out and experience. Check something out as an option. Go with what inspires you and see where it leads. The destination doesn't have to be entirely clear. You may land in a surprising and perfect place. Wear Red today.

Thursday ~ Leo Moon sextile to Mars in Gemini for an extension of yesterday's energy. Brainstorm possibilities and share ideas. Active learning is favored. It's an outgoing vibe and you may feel the chemistry between yourself and another, for love or for collaboration of other sorts. Uranus and Saturn may feel a bit harsh, with stumbling blocks to be hurdled or smoothed. There's likely to be some pressure involved in today's mix. With Mercury retrograde, aim for temporary answers and resolutions rather than fixed rules and promises. Plan to revisit in a few weeks for final plans and agreements. At 9:04 pm ET, the Sun moves to Libra. Read tomorrow's forecast now, for more on the first aspect of Libra Sun. It may be relevant tonight. Wear Purple.

Friday ~ The Sun's first action in Libra is a meeting with Mercury retrograde! Expect to be involved in or hearing about reconsiderations and reconnections. Friends and partners reconnect and reunite. Revise something that's not working well. Change your mind! Unlock yourself from a way of thinking or from a hope that didn't materialize. It's Ok. Mercury retrograde means permission and reasons to change the course. Take your time with the outcome. Void Moon from 2:50 am ET when this occurs, until 3:53 am ET as the Moon moves to Virgo, followed by Mercury moving to Virgo at 8:04 am. This is a VERY Mercury retrograde day! It's best to be open minded. Let me know how this manifests in your life. I'm curious :) Wear White.

Saturday ~ Venus opposes Neptune at 4:51 am ET. Romance or just a notion that nothing will come of? That is one of the questions that may be on minds after Friday evening and into the weekend. Virgo Moon also says stay on point and on task. Get things done that make YOU feel good. Maybe let that person who doesn't get back to you dissolve from your mind. Virgo Moon is a good time to clean your home and take extra good care of your body. If  your mind is overly busy and full with Mars in Gemini squaring the Moon, get some exercise and be outdoors if weather permits. Connect with earth and avoid getting caught up in drama this weekend. Today's color is Brown. (New Moon is 5:55 pm Sunday)

Mercury Retrograde in Libra ~ September 11th-16th Forecasts

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Sunday~ The Moon is still in Full cycle and moves into Aries, an action starting sign, at 2:47 am ET. One effect is to take feelings and emotions and act on them, intuiting your next best move. Another is the letting go of situations or emotions, allowing them to wane or morph as the Moon's appearance does in the coming week. The Sun and Uranus align in earth signs, with an element of surprise and also increased energy including inspired ideas and actions. Aries Moon opposes Mercury retrograde, indicating things to compromise on and share ideas about, and in the most fair and balanced way. Be objective today. The Moon and Jupiter combine for increase, generally, to increase knowledge or abundance orpersonal growth and development. Inspiration and rejuvenated energy are key things to sense to be in harmony with this Aries Moon. The letting go allows for new opportunities and inviting intentions even to let grow slowly. Wear Red today.

Monday ~Aries Moon aligned with Mars in Gemini at 11:46 pm Monday and that may set today's tone. Mentally energized, ready to initiate, and taking ideas into action are some possible effects and feelings to go with. Saturn says keep the whole group in mind, broadening for the needs of self to include the needs or agreements you've made with others. Group collaborations, especially with strong intention behind them, are favored. Today's color is Yellow.

Tuesday ~ Aries Moon void of course after a square to Pluto overnight. Hopefully something stuck in your head isn't keeping you awake. Promote relaxation on the overnight, and note the shift as the Moon lands in Taurus at 7:39 am, earth centered and steadying. There are no major aspects. Mercury is retrograde and can be kept in mind (may create delays and changes for example), though construction, outdoor work or hikes and other fresh air activities are favored. Tune to the 5 senses especially and feel the ground that supports you. Wear Green.

Wednesday ~ Taurus Moon meets Uranus each month. It's a realignment and sometimes happens through required changes and aadjustments because something has changed, disappeared or been deconstructed. The Moon also forms a trine to Venus in Virgo for more earthly connection, such as to other humans. Human contact is favored. Book a massage or other bodywork, take a yoga class, reconnect with yourself physically, and enjoy sensual pleasures. Continue working through group process with fairness, commitment, loyalty and promises honored. Today's color is Pink.

Thursday ~ Taurus to Gemini Moon. The Moon is void of course from 8:59 am to 4:16 pm ET and these may be good hours to take a break from overdoing or ovethinking. Regroup, take care of personal matters and avoid major announcements or decisions if possible. The morning and earlier hours appear creative, reflective, and internally focused. Gemini Moon arrives at 4:16 pm ET. This is more social and if you feel recharged, get together with others, do some writing or study or whatever you hvae the right energy for. Talk something out with an open mind. Wear Blue.

Friday ~ Gemini Moon aligns with Mercury retrograde and with Jupiter. Those two planets are in opposite signs, Aries and Libra. This is air feeds fire energetically, and there's an upward type current that culminates today with the Moon and Mars meeting. We may feel very activated around something. Try not to live in your head. Soothe anxiety. Reduce urgency that could result in anything impulsive. Things could easily heat up. The Sun in Virgo and Neptune in Pisces indicate the opposing forces ~ one grounded, one nebulous. Can creativity and stucture both be implemented? Venus squares Mars which often means radically different perspectives between partners or best friends. Can these be worked with so one doesn't overshadow the other? Relationships may experience some strain, and the key is to find the point you agree upon and broaden from there. Wear Lavender.

Saturday ~ The Gemini Moon lingers all day, with a revisiting of themes from yesterday and the whole week. What has transpired? What emerges as a key idea or plan? Remain flexible and leave adjustment room for the future when Mercury is direct and the New Moon comes, both. One week from Full Moon, has the mind or emotional tone shifted? Gemini loves questions to contemplate or curiously investigate and that is the energy today. Leave something open ended. Today's color is Light Blue.

Full Moon in Pisces September 4th-10th, 2022

Sunday~ Sagittarius Moon supported by Saturn for follow through and by Venus for a touch of excitement and happiness. Travels, adventures and actively living life is favored today. Go with inspiration and follow the path of least resistance. The Moon also squares Neptune making it difficult to concentrate or stay organized. Today is made for fun and freedom. Try not to bail on plans or promises that affect other people. Do make social plans. Void Moon shortly before the Moon shifts to Capricorn at 10:03 pm ET. Wear Blue.

Monday ~ Capricorn Moon and Venus moves to Virgo. Mercury and Jupiter square the Moon from opposite sides of the zodiac. It looks like there's a good deal to be navigated and sorted through. The outcomes may be great but they involve effort and willingness to compromise or let something go. Be attentive to wording and to the way things are put in place, whether it's a system or a construction.  Notice how motives come into play. Is it a power play or manipulation? Can we allow things to sort out without resistance or self centeredness? The Moon and Sun harmonize in Capricorn and Virgo, earth signs, which may help the evening feel settled and encourage us to put things in their designated place. Organize for the week or organize your stuff. Wear Brown today.

Tuesday ~ Capricorn Moon aligns with Uranus in Taurus, Neptune in Pisces, and Pluto with a direct conjunction. All Capricorn traits and qualities are emphasized. Stay grounded even as change whirls around you. Be both creative and productive to sync with today's best energy. Stay reflective and intentional as you move through the world. Pluto encourages self awareness and positive inner dialogue will help with issues of confidence or worthiness. Repeat "I am perfect just as I am" and recognize what  you DO know how to do, building on that. Void Moon 5:43 pm to 11:41 pm encouraging relaxation. Wear Black today.

Wednesday ~ Mercury retrograde is almost here. Be somewhat cautious and careful with what you write, say and agree to this week and all through the month. The retrograde ends on Octobe 2nd. During this transitional late summer time, when classes start and so do new routines, we may need to be extra organized and meticulous in adjusting to routines and assignments. The Moon is now in Aquarius, moving toward full. The tide may feel like it's turning in a new direction. Keep your vision and intentions at the forefront as the Moon aligns with Jupiter in Aries for experimentation and exploring ideas or plans. Mercury in Libra says remember to collaborate and you don't have to do everything alone or without assistance. Mars weighs in from Gemini, keeping us on the move and mentally busy or 'full'. Know how much is too much. Pare down or scale back if it's too intense. This is an air sign focused day and designed for workings of the mind. Come up with a genius idea or follow through on a cool project/plan. Work with others and share thoughts and knowledge. Wear Turquoise.

Thursday ~ Aquarius Moon squares Uranus each month and today is the day during this cycle. Also the Moon is close to full. Upheavals may occur, either internally or from external sources. Stirring and shaking things up isn't always bad and can be necessary for any kind of progress. This could go either way. Because Saturn and the Moon are in conjunction though, there's a serious and intentional tone. Try not to discount and dimish what's happening. Sense what's most important. Void Moon 8:34 am on so it's worth putting major decisions off if possible. Wear Violet.

Friday ~ Pisces is the sign of this weekend's Full Moon, on Saturday at 5:59 am ET and vibrating all weekend long. The Moon moves to Pisces at 12:42 am ET and opposes Venus in Virgo, a finicky, particular sign for the planet of love. We might experience dissatisfaction and feel critical of friends, family or our signifcant other. The Moon squares Mars in Gemini contributing to an 'all over the place' feeling. People may be moody or unpredictable. Avoid arguments and wars of words. Mercury retrograde begins at 11:38 pm ET, though you may have felt the retrograde coming on all week long. Wear Light Blue and look for the Full Moon overnight.

Saturday ~ Full Moon in Pisces with Uranus, Neptune and Pluto all adding their energy on this Full Moon day. These 3 planets are a strong combination and emotions will be exaggerated or accentuated. Uranus shakes and stirs, possibly with unplanned for events or possibly with inner realizations. Pluto adds to the inner awakening and deeply held knowledge and memories. Neptune is questioable, sometimes leading to diversions from the most important matter. Romances may feel exciting. Problems may feel daunting. Music, art, film, and imaginative work are ways to channel energy. Intuition comes in like astronomical high tide. Keep your bearings, know what anchors you. Wear White. 

New Moon Aerial Yoga with Live Ambient Music from local multi media artist JUST MILK at Leaping Waters on Sunday, September 25th 4:00-5:15 pm. Celebrate the new cycle by immersing in the powerful healing properties of JUST MILK music and your supportive hammock cocoon.

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