Mercury Retrograde & Full Moon Astrology for January 1st to January 7th, 2023

 Beginning Tuesday, January 17th 2023 I'll be on WMPG 90.9 fm, app and online stream from 10:00-11:30 am every Tuesday, with music, Robin's Zodiac Zone and other insights such as crystals, animal totem messages and whatever happens to come through that week.

Musically, expect indie rock, local Maine artists, psychedelic, punk, some pop, focus on new music yet plenty of gems from the 70s forward thrown in.

Download the free app or listen at www.wmpg.org. Shows are also archived for later listening.

I'm excited to land in a more permanent time slot after bouncing around through a few different ones for the past year and half. Hope you'll tune in!

Robin

ps FULL MOON Yoga Nidra January 4th 7:00-8:00 pm at Leaping Waters South Portland

I may also record this so you can meditate at home on Friday or Thursday or offer an online option that evening. Email me with interest. 

To attend in studio, please register at www.leapingwatersyoga.com/schedule-classes

Aerial hammock $30, Mat with Props $20

Sunday, January 1st 2023! Happy New Year ~ New Year can come with a lot of expectations or even regrets, and Mercury is retrograde with a Full Moon making a strong approach (exact on Friday). In general, try to go easy on yourself and commit only to what your heart fully supports. Taurus Moon can bring focus to the physical self, the body. The Moon and Sun are both in physical earth signs and are in harmony. This may get you on the track you're hoping for with exercise or eating, for examples. Do something nice for your body and experiment with a new, healthy habit, perhaps focusing more on what you want to add than what you want to cut out. Venus and Pluto aligned overnight with a focus on intimacy in every way, on sharing and letting love in, and in some cases on realizing who's good for you or who really isn't. Know thyself and listen to inner wisdom about love and what you want or do not want from relationships. Uranus says go with that inspiration that lights you up today, and feel for the changes you truly want, even if they seem out of reach somehow. Today's color is Green.

Monday ~ This looks like 'a day'. Many aspects contribute to all kinds of possibilities. Mercury retrograde aligns with Neptune in Pisces, and interest in a creative project may be renewed. Get back to music, art or some other form of self expression. Taurus Moon engages with a handful of planets includng Mercury, so it's likely to feel very retrograde, retroactive, and relevant to past times and people. Void Moon starts 5:16 pm ET and Gemini Moon time starts at 9:44 pm ET. Pick up a good book or do some writing tonight. Ideas are likely to flow out easily, verbally or in writing. Start the journal or log you'd like to keep this year. It's a social night too as the Moon and Venus align. Venus moves to Aquarius tonight at 9:09 pm, and both Gemini and Aquarius have social and people oriented qualities. Connect with someone or with others who share your interests and feel like energetic matches. Wear Blue.

Tuesday~ Gemini Moon and Full Moon feelings increase as we head for Friday's Cancer Full Moon. Fortunately, Jupiter in Aries aligns with the Moon for re-starts and jump starts on plans and projects. Mars and the Moon meet which can be invigorating especially mentally. This conjunction can also come on strong with opinions or even debates and conflicts increasing. Notice if you're pushing your agenda too strongly or if you or someone else just can't slow down and listen/hear the whole story. Keep an open mind. Wear Yellow.

Wednesday ~ Gemini Moon aligns with Saturn and squares Neptune. When I see this, I always feel like saying 'you never know'. Today, things could really go either way as far as the lunar influence and our emotions and minds. Remain flexible in thinking and planning and be cautious about what you commit to or say yes to. The bigger influence, I think, is Venus and Jupiter in harmony. This favors new love, dating, the social outlook in general, being part of a group, feeling prosperous, creative and open hearted. Void Moon starts 7:08 pm ET. Wear Purple.

Thursday ~ The Moon is nearly Full and moves into Cancer at 9:15 am after hours void of course. The Moon squares Jupiter. Notice if you doubt yourself, your path or your dreams today and be with that gently. It's natural to feel uprising anxiety or emotion as the Moon peaks in Cancer. A square is not for giving up, it's for working through and finding the place of compromise or challenge. The Sun aligns with Uranus and this can be enlightening, a little wild or outrageous and attention getting. Again it feels like almost anything could happen and hopefully it's a welcome surprise. Wear Turquoise.

Friday ~ Cancer Moon aligns with Uranus in Taurus, and the Moon becomes Full and opposes the Sun at 6:08 pm ET. This could be alot to digest and to feel. Plan a gentle, easygoing day. Mercury also opposes the Moon, so it's quite the retrograde kind of Full Moon, with many things from the past coming up including memories, unfinished business and more. This is the Full Moon in the Moon's home sign and that's emotionally intense. It could be wonderful emotions, but if you feel like hiding and hibernating til it goes by, do just that. Practice restorative yoga and other quieting, safe, gentle things. Do not argue or be harsh with yourself, either.  Wear White.

Saturday ~ Cancer Moon meets Pluto and aligns with Neptune, and the Sun meets Mercury retrograde. All of yesterday's forecast is relevant. The Sun may bring things more out into the open and brings reconnnections with people from our pasts. You may feel very reflective and introspective or you may feel like reaching out to someone you haven't spoken with in a long time. Whatever we do, choose mindfully and with care as emotions may be tender and sensitive all around. Void Moon 5:23 pm to 9:40 pm when the Moon moves to Leo. Wear Blue.

Interested in Chakra study? I've invited Rose Weggler of Rose Colored Wellness to Leaping Waters in South Portland for an Intro to the Chakras on Saturday, January 14th 2:00-3:30 pm 

rsvp on the schedule at www.leapingwatersyoga.com

Crystals for this Full Moon: Moonstone for Cancer sign, balancing emotions and beginning again

Intuitive draw: Emerald for heart healing 

Sound Baths & Sound Practitioner Training 2023

 Interested in sound vibration and sound healing practices? 

Come to a sound bath session or dive into a level 1 training this winter!

We had a training in November with Kimber Lucier, and it was full of enrichment, friendship and also energy shift, so we decided to do it again in February! A group is already forming and we have room for 7 more ~ info on the flyer below!

Perhaps you'd like to attend a sound bath first, or get into the habit of using sound vibration to soothe, uplift and clear your mind and energy field. 

Classes that offer sound vibration include

• New Years Aerial Yin, Yoga Nidra & Sound Bath with me on Sunday, January 1st 4:00-5:30 pm $39

this one is based in the aerial hammock and the sound bath will be the last 15 -20 minutes 

• Yin & Restorative Yoga (guided by me) & Sound Bath by Mario Escamilla Sundays, January 22nd & February 26th 5:30-6:45 pm $25

this session tends to fill up and is priced to be very affordable, so rsvp as far in advance as possible

• MAGIC BODY with Tara Rook, an aerial or mat based small group session for healing & energy work based in Tara's original recorded ambient music on Sunday, February 19th 5:30-6:45 pm $39 

this session includes light body work while you rest in hammocks or on the mat with comfy props

Tara's music project is JUST MILK and her music will be played in recorded form

this is a repeat of a November workshop & participants raved about how they felt & how much was released

• Spring Equinox Sound Bath with Kimber Lucier Sunday, March 19th 5:30-7:30 pm $45

Sign Up for Events at www.leapingwatersyoga.com

New Moon Astrology, Mercury Retrograde & Messages from Bear & Quartz Crystal

OOOH, I am writing on this potent morning, with a New Moon storm outside. What does it mean when it's high winds at New Moon? I know of no specific legend or lore about this, though I believe it's a sign of transience and moving stagnant energy out. Eurus is the god of the southeast wind which we, in southern Maine, are experiencing today, December 23rd. Eurus brings rain and is associated with change of fortune. Be safe out there today, and bring it all your garden ornaments and furniture. Tonight, plan to be in one place and travel as little as possible as the rain will be followed by a freeze.

Bear is our messenger today, and how perfect! Bear says conserve, continue to conserve your energy and give it to only the most necessary and worthy activities. Bear has been showing up in my personal readings too, and I know her as a bringer of change. Bear has 'led me out of a building' in my dreams, and a professional shift and change of buildings followed. Let Bear show you the way to nourishment, food source, more sweetness and honey, and let Bear be a reminder to hibernate and rest between outings. 

Bear also opens the portal to growth and expansion and pairs very well with Jupiter's move to Aries. What are you warming up to? What feels like a hearth for your soul. Go that way.

Our Crystal is Quartz! This is New Moon refreshment that balances energy and can either raise or lower energy as needed. Find that just right place. If you have some quartz, try resting it on an area where you feel illness or are recovering or need to balance energy. Capricorn season relates to our roots, earth, knee joints, stability, goals, and structures. This New Moon of restructuring asks us to clear what could be an obstacle or debacle (this word keeps coming up so I could not edit or use any other) in our midst, in order to free up energy for something healthier, clearer, more reliable and also profitable in the most positive sense. 

Find out more about Connecting with Crystals on Wednesday! December 28th 6:00 pm to 7:30, Nico DePamphelis will guide us. Nico uses crystals, painting and other mediums to do intutive readings. I will be there, expanding my own practice and knowledge with you! We have about 6 spaces open as of today. It's just $35 and no prior experience or crystals are needed. Discover something this week!

I have a handful of small to medium pocket size crystals priced $5 to $25 here and I think Nico will have some too, if you want to go home with something you connect to. 

Held inside Breathing Room at 146 Ocean St South Portland, adjacent to Leaping Waters.

Find Nico's art and installations on instagram at DEEPERLEVELS

What a beginning! Happy New Moon. Trust the process and I will too.

<3 Robin

Sunday December 25th ~ It's a very active, yang sort of Christmas Day as the Moon moves to Aquarius and harmonizes with Jupiter and Mars. One thing to set your mind to: do not argue or cause unnecessary anger or disagreement today, especially anything that's an old pattern or related to an old wound. The New Moon cycle may help release the old and begin a new way of doing or thinking. This is an outgoing, expansive, and social Christmas, astrologically. Being part of a family or group may feel energizing and good for the heart. If you are solo and don't celebrate, today can be optimum for learning, reading and experimenting with original ideas. Bright Blue is today's color.

Monday ~ Hanukkah comes to a close today, and Christmas has passed, and this looks like a day to get fired up, make a decision, commit to something, and be very intentional. Let others, who can support or who need to be informed, know that you are serious and will follow through. Void Moon from 1:15 pm on, as the Moon meets Saturn after squaring Uranus overnight (some of this may apply to last night in fact). Try not to act out, lash out, or misdirect energy or blame. Be true to your beliefs and goals. Wear Silver.

Tuesday ~ Pisces Moon time follows the void of course Moon, and the shift occurs at 2:34 am ET. We are just two days from the official start of Mercury retrograde, though you may be feeling it already. I anticipate structural changes and significant reconnections at the onset of this retrograde in Capricorn. Today, the Moon aligns with the Capricorn Sun in an angle that tends to make things easy or even rapid. Match feelings with actions and vice versa. In the evening, Mars squares the Moon and could lead to moodiness such as feeling unexpectedly out of sorts. Or maybe this sparks unexpected feelings that awaken emotions inside that you weren't quite aware of before. Wear Green.

Wednesday ~ Pisces Moon is full of action today, aligning with planets in Capricorn and Taurus and meeting Neptune in Pisces. These aspects promote positive feelings and uplifting interactions. Again today, be aware of your emotions and actions matching and let your intuition flow and guide you. It's a good day to build in meditation time, yoga, downtime, and any kind of cool down between holiday weekends. Venus and Neptune favor romance and personal connections. I see magical potential on this day or night! (which is one reason we planned the Crystal workshop for this evening!) Wear Light Blue.

Thursday ~ The Pisces Moon aligns with Pluto before moving void or course at 1:21 am ET. It's a meditative, reflective moment and may inspire dreams, intuition and emotional awareness. You do not have to be awake to receive this influence. Void Moon time from then to 5:36 am ET. Aries Moon meets Jupiter and the impulse to learn, move and take action will be strong. The Sun and Mars, both fire element in their nature, both interact with the Moon today. Being progressive, assertive and full of ideas and plans may come naturally. Balance this so it does not become impulsiveness. Capricorn Sun reminds us to have some sort of plan or structure to follow. 

Mercury retrograde starts, and this is another reason to pause and be clear before any significant announcement, purchase or major action that wouldn't easily be reversed. The retrograde in Capricorn begins at 4:32 am ET. Mercury and Venus are intent on reconnections between people, including romantically, and also intent on revisting plans and projects of a creative nature. Reconsider something or someone you left behind or wrote off. Move with full awareness and slowly as you do any of this. 

Today's color is Orange.

Friday ~ Aries Moon continues yesterday's vibe and forecast. The Moon aligns with Saturn for group efforts and responsible decisions. Aries Moon invites newness, rebirth, rising energy, and potential for growing into something. Think broadly and open options. Wear Red.

Saturday ~ December 31st, New Years Eve is here. The Moon moves from Aries to Taurus at 12:08 pm ET and is void of course after three squares to planets in Capricorn. Mercury, Venus and Pluto square the Moon between 1 am and 7:44 am ET. This indicates challenges, possibly obstacles and things to be sorted out internally and with others, both. Taurus Moon and Venus aligned with Pluto for New Years' Eve means stay comfy and in familiar surroundings. Quiet dates, intimate conversations and sharing, and future planning for partners is favored. Companionship and love may feel very important tonight and into New Years Day. Not everyone has this, but if it's your intention, set it clearly and invite love. Put rose quartz in your window and in your bedroom as part of your 'spell'. We may experience emotional intensity tonight, on a deep level. (This is not a negative thing. It's about connecting with how you truly feel and in some cases with who you deeply connect with.) Wear Pink. I also like Gold for New Years Eve this year. 

    

Winter Solstice & New Moon in Capricorn Forecast ~ Astrology for December 18th-24th, 2022

Connecting with Crystals with Nico DePamphelis Wednesday December 28th 6:00 pm

Join me for this exploration of personal connection to crystals. Nico has a wealth of experience and crystal wisdom and will introduce ways to incorporate crystals in your life, environment and routine as well as explain how to use a crystal grid.

I am so looking forward to this! 

And I feel a red stone for you/us today as I begin our Solstice forecasts. Jasper. I can see why immediately, because Jasper grounds us in times of stress or excessive activity including emotional activation. It is known as the Supreme Nurturing stone. 

Saturday, December 17th we have a Holiday Market at 146 ocean St South Portland and I'll offer some mini readings by donation and I have a handful of pocket crystals, most around $8 and all under $20. 

(too bad I don't have Jasper! But I have gorgeous amethyst points you can carry anywhere, a few selenite mini wands left, and some blue Apatite hearts!)

I'd love for you to stop by and meet some vendors close to Robin's Zodiac Zone's heart and vibration. YOu are already connected to them, whether you know or not! As you are all reading these forecasts and connected to me.

Happy Solstice!

Robin

ps if you stop by and I'm not around, I'll be right back :) I'll be bringing my Mom to the market!

Sunday ~ For most of today we have a Libra Moon, and the Moon agrees with Saturn in Aquarius and Sun in Sagittarius. Whether you're doing fun things, traveling, or contemplating a partnership or joining some sort of group or team, these aspects are favorable. Our connections with other people are highlighted whether in romance, friendship or collaborations of other kinds. Pluto squares the Moon at 5:35 pm ET, and this draws us in to notice how we actually feel about things and what we might do about any of that. Partnership differences are up for reconciliation and resolution. The Moon is then void of course until 10:31 pm before moving to Scorpio. There's a focused and passionate beginning to Solstice and New Moon week, with this Scorpio Moon. Today's color is Maroon, or any deep red. Happy first night of Hanukkah.

Monday ~ Scorpio Moon aligns with Venus in Capricorn, and this helps us get real about relationships, emotions, and focus on how we truly feel. Romance and love are implied, yet in sensible, practical ways such as how to move forward together, how to stay in the present moment and enjoy time together (yes those two things are different but either could be true), and mainly to move from denying our feelings to realizing them. Commitment is implied too. Are you ready to declare and/or act from a place of love. Stay in your heart with your intuition guiding. Wear Indigo.

Tuesday ~ Jupiter moves back into Aries, after a retrograde back into Pisces this year. Jupiter in Aries is all about fresh starts, expansion, learning new things, and moving forward. Today the Moon is in Scorpio, and in contrast this feels very reflective and contemplative, especially in emotional ways. Sentimental conversations come up as Mercury aligns with the Moon. Uranus opposite the Moon can stir up the insides and rattle us a bit. If you're realizing how you truly feel about something and what that means, it can upset the status quo in favor of change. Stay present with your feelings. If something unforeseen is said or felt, and if this is not time sensitive, can you be with that for a bit before responding? The changes happening on the inside are featured with this Moon time. Saturn and Neptune are also engaging with Scorpio Moon, and while one brings sharp edges or pressures, the other could lead us into rose colored dreams. What if neither of those is where  you want to be, and instead you lean into the present time, ask not to be pressured, and simultaneously do not run away from feelings or potential commitments. Open your eyes and mind to what's best for you. Try to stay uncluttered by external circumstances. Everything is every changing and New Moon is a couple of days away. Clear your energy. Listen to music, receive reiki, or do something else that feels like self care and removing obstacles or toxicity. Today's color is Blue.

Wednesday ~ This is the Solstice! The Sun changes signs at 4:48 pm ET marking the moment. Before then, the Moon moves to uplifting Sagittarius at 2:12 am and aligns with Jupiter, freshly returned to Aries and having it's first big moment in the sign of rebirth. The inspiration and impulse to grow into new situations, take a chance on something or someone, and generally move forward, comes with that trine. This could set your mind for New Moon intentions or action from the 23rd on. What is it that you want to learn or where do you see yourself going? What personal growth calls to you? The Sun in Capricorn squares Jupiter also, bringing up these potentially unanswered questions. An opportunity may come hand in hand with a difficult decision. The practical and the wild may clash as you consider any of this. One aspect that looks questionable and requires a warning of sorts as the Sag Moon opposes Mars retrograde in Gemini. Words may resonate too strongly or harshly. Stay away from someone who's looking for a fight or comes across as angry or dominant. This could also be an influence on travels, increasing issues around getting from here to there. Whatever  you're doing, be safe and cautious and maybe 'don't talk to strangers'. Wear Yellow to counter the longest hours or darkness and to stay in your power. 

Thursday ~ Venus and Uranus align in a trine at 4:48 am ET. This might create surprising event or news surrounding love, relationship or something else close to your heart! Hoping for happy surprises, as Venus has a softening influence on Uranus's wild nature. This is the day before New Moon, known as a time for reflection and reconsideration. Sagittarius Moon is going strong though and may call us to activity, movement, travel, and temporary escapes or changes of scenery. Carve out a bit of time to just 'be'. Make a list of things that are meaningful to you, and that you may want to act on soon. Today's color is Pink.

Friday ~  Hanukkah and Christmas together with a New Moon in Capricorn at 5:17 am. At 2:49 am the Moon shifts to Capricorn and joins the Sun there. Overnight the Moon squares Jupiter in Aries for a continuation of what the Sun started two days ago. How to progress and grow is one topic associated with this. New Moon is time to intention and actions taken intentionally. If you have something important you're ready to act on, the next two weeks are favorable, and the closer to New Moon the better. Tune into your heart and inner voice so you act rationally and confidently. If the voice inside offers a warning instead, take this to heart. Capricorn New Moon is about organization and organizations, systems, governments, earth centered decisions such as where to live, what to build, and how to approach things, such as methods that may be most effective and efficient. Connect to nature, places, land, your home, and crystals, instruments and tools. Center yourself for holiday gatherings, so you remain true to yourself. Today's color is White.

Saturday ~ Capricorn Moon for Christmas Eve and Aquarius Moon for Christmas Day. If you have things to finish and accomplish, the Capricorn Moon vibes could be helpful. The Moon has several aspects including two conjunctions with Mercury and Venus. News, Communication, and Loving Relationships are highlighted. Mercury and the Moon both align with Neptune for a dreamier or more magical ambience and feeling. Make events a little bit more special with added touches, whatever they may be. Later in the evening, the Moon meets Pluto too, for quiet time and reminiscence. Void Moon begins then, at 10:11 pm ET. Take a breath and create some space for you. Wear Green ( I like the darker greens for today, like a pine tree).

Sunday's color will be Bright Blue. 

Merry Christmas, Happy Hanukkah and Solstice! I'll be on WMPG Thursday 1:30-3 pm Dec 22nd. Tune in!

Robin

Collective Reading for Mid December

Expressing Love and Kindness is our collective message from Butterfly and the crystal Amazonite

I woke up today knowing I was to send out a reading, so I hope somehow this resonates with you!

I am surprised to have Butterfly as our messenger from the animal world, since it's not her season. However, Butterfly is connected our hearts and this season is also felt in the heart, in a myriad of ways. Go easy on hearts during this part of the month. Also, be ready to fly either for travel or because you're in the midst of a wild transformation, and it requires movement, change and then adjustment. 

During this cycle, stay connected to a daily routine. It may not be that each day is the same, in fact that's unlikely, however you can have a couple of things you build in and count on so you don't feel scattered and unable to land. Land in your routine at one time of day. This could mean a slower morning, or afternoon break, or that you draw an oracle card or a crystal each day to center you. Spend uncluttered time in your routine, whatever you choose. Give yourself time to feel and to think, both.

If you feel fragile or easily disrupted, that is Butterfly when out of balance. Connect with a friend or two who are truly there for emotional support. A daily message between you could be your grounding routine. When traveling, expect delays or surprises and set an intention to move through those inconveniences with grace. Be aware that fragile hearts are everywhere. 

If you are not used to being a 'butterfly', be gentle as you adjust to being out, moving about in the world, and socializing after a period of internalizing and cocooning. 

Turquoise Amazonite comes up randomly from my crystal deck, another blue stone to add to my crystals for the week! Amazonite encourages loving self expression, kind words, and soothing of emotional imbalances or traumas. If you don't own this stone, use another bright blue stone for the throat chakra, thyroid, neck and lungs as well as balancing the nervous system which most crystals can help with, when chosen intuitively.

This is our collective reading. I hope it opens the door to some sort of wisdom and peace.

I'll be on the air this week, after a little hiatus the past several weeks. Tune to WMPG app, website or 90.9 in midcoast and southern Maine Thursday 1:30-3 pm.

Robin

Robin's Zodiac Zone Astrology for Dec 11th-17th, 2022

Sunday December 18th, join Mario Escamilla and me for Yin & Restorative Yoga with Sound Bath

146 Ocean St South Portland at Leaping Waters in the Truc Huynh Place building

$25 and advance rsvps with payment to hold your spot

This session is filling. Move into Solstice week refreshed by gentle movement and sound vibration

We had a magical time in November so we are offering this again

www.leapingwatersyoga.com

My venmo is @Robin-Payton-1 for payments, donations, gratuities or purchasing gifts cards or studio merch

Thank  you and it'd be nice to see you!

Robin

Sunday, December 11th~ Cancer Moon starts this water signs day, with trines to Neptune and Jupiter in Pisces for harmony on the inside, a brightening up, sense of healing or possibilities, and creative awakening. The Moon also opposes Pluto for deep contemplation and meditation. Notie whatyou and those closest to you need for emotional well being. I see this as a gentle half day that may extend into Leo Moon time 3:09 pm ET, on. Leo Moon with no aspects makes it a good time for studies, learning, finishing projects, and tapping into what you have energy for. Keep today balanced and not overextended. Wear Orange.

Monday~Leo Moon aligns with Mars in Gemini for a social, outgoing, and mentally active day. Focus your actions, mind and conversations on things you want to manifest, from relationships to business ideas or to ace the test. The Sun, Leo's ruler, currently in Sagittarius, aligns with Saturn in Aquarius for group goals and postive, yet also serious decisions and arrangements. Wear Gold.

Tuesday~ Leo Moon opposes Saturn at 9:09 am and then forms a fiery trine to the Sag Sun at 10:52 am ET. There's a get it done and move on attitude about all of this. Today begins in action oriented, forward thinking and persistent or driven ways. There could also be adventure and lightheartedness once the 'work' is done. Void Moon 10:52 am on. Be careful driving and when you're in a hurry. Slow and steady suggested. Wear Purple.

Wednesday~Virgo Moon 3:45 am ET, with an afternoon trine to Venus in Capricorn for practical and positive approaches, especially in family and relationships that matter quite a lot. Meanwhile, the Sun squares Neptune and reliability could be an issue. Do you find yourself trying to get out of something you committed to? Or are others not showing up or easily reached? Some will experience diversion or aversion today. Try to stay honest with yourself. Another possibility here is a creative crossroads where one direction means letting go of another. Notice creative tension and how it can be used well. Stay heart centered today. Wear dark shades of Blue (navy).

Thursday~Virgo Moon and Mercury in Capricorn lead us to lay out plans and take next steps. Share your best ideas with those who can support them and vice versa. Uranus is trine to the Moon too, for original thinking and approaches. Mars in Gemini squares the Moon and compromises may be called for as different ways and approaches can clash. Mars in Gemini is mentally sharp and quick, but can be arrogant or argumentative. Put something into practice today. Experiment and adapt. Stay grounded in shades of Brown. 

Friday~Virgo Moon is opposite Neptune and Jupiter, square to the Sun, and in harmony with Pluto. It's a versatile day with many possibilities including constructive and hopeful opportunities. Yet it's not without inner or external conflict and opposition. Work through something with your highest potential in mind. Be guided by, yet not restricted by, ideals. Sit with something you just haven't found the answer to. Try to avoid enabling behavior that excuses something inexcusable or takes away someone's own power or confidence. Let people solve problems they can solve on their own, while knowing when to help. Find the balance in all of this. Void Moon 2:13 pm to 2:49 pm and then the Moon shifts to Libra for social occasions or just for a shift out of problem solving. Wear Blue.

Saturday~Mercury and Uranus align in earth signs today. Surprising developments, news and announcements are in the forecast. Alternatively this can mean radical and original ideas are put into action. The Moon and Mars align to activate ideas and can bring anxiety if there's overthinking. Plan just enough and let the rest take shape. This is a challenging day if you hold on tightly and need to control. Mercury and Venus both square the Moon as well, and we'll hit some snags or talking points. Squares encourage us to work it out. Libra says keep it fair, objective and find a balance of give andtake, listening and speaking. Today's color is Turquoise.

December 28th 6 pm join Nico DePamphelis, a talented artist, intuitive and crystal afficionado for Connecting with Crystals. Sign up at www.leapingwatersyoga.com

I'll see you there and I'm really looking forward to this! A small group has already formed for this evening all about crystals. Come to begin or continue your crystal journey.

I choose Amazonite and Apatite for crystals this week. And I have two Apatite hearts available at Holiday Market Saturday, December 17th 12-3 pm at Leaping Waters & Breathing Room in South Portland

Stop by, browse, say hello!

Robin

Full Moon in Gemini December 7th & Astrology for December 4th-10th, 2022

Full Moon Yoga Nidra happens each month, and this month it's Wednesday, December 7th at 7:00 pm

You may choose to rest on a yoga mat or in an aerial hammock for this guided meditation. Focus of this yoga nidra is releasing limiting beliefs and restoring internal balance as well as supporting impending decisions.

Hammock space $30 or 4 for $100

Mat space $20 

We have all the props you need for support and warmth. Bring a crystal or special item to charge with Full Moon energy and your intention if you like.

www.leapingwatersyoga.com to sign up

One more thing you may enjoy!

Connecting with Crystals with Nico DePamphelis on Wed, Dec 28th 6:00-7:30 pm

Read more about it on the website! RSVP soon

Sunday, December 4th ~Moving into a Full Moon week, the overnight brings two squares which are 'edgy' and sometimes push us out of our comfort zone. They also indicate where effort is needed. Aries Moon squares Pluto, ecouraging more reflection and internal awareness as we take action. Try not to act on impulse. Venus squares Neptune, highlighting relationship issues where denial, illusion or looking the other way is involved. If you are moving separate ways or living in what seem like different worlds, with different ideals and values, it may be time to acknowledge that. Void Moon 12:46 am ET to 6:38 am ET and Taurus Moon begins the day (adjust for your own time zone however!). Taurus Moon sails pure and clear and encourages focus, commitment, persistence and self care. Do something good for your body today-for example, get a massage, take a movement class or go for a long walk. Green is today's color.

Monday~The steadfast, loyal qualities of Taurus Moon may be challenged by today's planetary aspects. Moon meets Uranus which is not predictable or routine. Then Saturn and the Moon are square and this can be a challenge to ideals or vision you thought were in place. If this feels true, make sure any compromises you make are what you really want. Read tomorrow for more on the evening hours. Wear Blue.

Tuesday~ The Moon aligns with Neptune overnight, which may feel softer, romantic or creative. Enjoy that if it's all good and uncomplicated! However if illusion is a problem or a relationship is not actually healthy or balanced, this sextile could fuel the denial. Know what you need and want and make it clear. Yet another square follows, this seems to be a theme. Mercury squares Jupiter, another Sagittarius Pisces aspect of this week. With so much emphasis in mutable signs, things may feel very much in flux, emotionally, with plans and communication, and interpersonally. This square implies ideals, values, spiritual beliefs, and meaning of life. Having a conversation and getting thoughts out in the open may help. Taurus Moon aligns with Pluto and Jupiter on this day before Full Moon, contributing to realizations, awakenings, wisdom and sources of comfort.  Void Moon 2:02 pm to 3:49 pm ET, and then the Moon changes signs and Full Moon is in our midst. Move gently, thoughtfully, without pressure, and with social engagement if the opportunities arise. Keep those social times light. Mercury changes signs at 5:08 pm, moving to practical, organized Capricorn. Organize your priorities and thoughts. Wear Indigo.

Wednesday~Gemini Moon with no aspects until Full Moon time, 11:08 pm ET, as the Moon and Sun oppose in Gemini/Sagittarius. Directly after that, Gemini Full Moon meets Mars. This may prompt us to act on a plan, awaken to a great idea, and keep our minds working overtime. The other possibility is that people feel out of sorts, disagreeable and argumentative. Try to mitigate that. Surround yourself with positivity and sensibility this week. This effect lasts a couple of days. Overnight the Sun will oppose Mars as well. Mars can be a rabble rouser while in Gemini. Do not engage in gossip, negativity or anger expressed in emails or texts, for example. Do the Sagittarius thing and go your own way. Wear White.

Thursday~ The Sun opposes Mars at 12:42 am ET. Some things to be aware of: are you spinning your wheels on something or someone not worth your energy? Are you wasting time on something you don't truly care about or want? Are you being pressured to do any of that? Do your goals match your actions? Are you being overly assertive or overly extroverting your energy when some reflection could go a long way? Maybe that requires courage. Is courage something that feels lacking or do you have too much and are taking too many risks or leaving things untended to? Meanwhile, Gemini Moon has a handful of aspects today and tomorrow, while we are still in Full Moon mode. Most indicate there's a lot to sort through. Best course of action? Do not rush. Avoid acting from a competitive place, though you may feel competed with. Anxiety levels are likely to rise. Wear Yellow.

Friday ~ Gemini Moon opposes Venus overnight, making interpersonal and love life issues prevalent. Attractions may also come on strong. It's the opposites attract vibe, in this case. The Moon also squares Jupiter and direction in life may be a big question. Venus squares Jupiter at 7:55 am ET, extending this feeling into how relationships and life direction combine or oppose. At 2:49 am ET, after just an hour and a half void of course, the Moon moves to Cancer and 3 hours later opposes Mercury. The feeling of Full Moon is still in the air and we could feel pressured to decide, to get something done and done well, and to accomplish. The pressure to accomplish may be external, such as the boss or your partner or someone else. At 10:54 p, ET, Venus changes signs, joining Mercury in Capricorn. Useful, practical, more grounded and sensible are the trends. In relationships, focus on what makes most sense. Ladn somewhere beautiful and take it all in, if possible. If it's a coming home time, Venus says it'll be sweet even if there are tasks awaiting. Today's color is Pink, Venus's and Friday's color.

Saturday~Cancer Moon trine Uranus. This could go either way. Engage in something interesting and novel. Let surprise take over a bit. Try not to over control. If you're not in a social mood, stay home and reorganize. Do some feng shui, crystal or color 'magic'. Make something your own. Create. Try not to let responsibilities be the main focus of the day. Free yourself up a bit. Wear Light Blue.

Sunday snuck into the forecast this week...

Sunday~ Cancer Moon trine to Neptune and Jupiter in Pisces and opposite Pluto. Overall, this feels harmonious and could be a good time to turn inward, meditate and take care of what's most important to you, including the home front. Making things comfortable and beautiful could feel really satisfying. Choose tasks that allow you to be creative, find a flow and even to stay in your own headspace, whether it's to sort out stress or to dream a new dream. Void Moon 1:49 pm and the Moon moves to Leo at 3:09 pm ET. Leo Moon makes this a more extroverted Sunday night whether that's for studying or socializing. Purple is today's color.

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