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.

I'll be booking energy sessions in the new year, with crystals, pendulum, sound tools, and cards or rune readings. Every session is unique according to what you need or how your energy speaks.

Email to pre-book a date beginning January 15th and 18th. I'll only offer a few each month.

email leapingwatersyoga@gmail.com

Mars Oppositions and 2nd Quarter Moon Astrology for November 27th through December 3rd, 2022

Sunday evening 6:00-7:15 pm, Mario Escamilla and I will offer Yin & Restorative Yoga with Sound Bath 

Come to process, feel more comfort in your body, stretch out, and bask in the ambience of this intentional environment and crystal bowl sound by Mario.

It's $20 (!) since Mario is gifting his time and energy this weekend. 

Rsvp at www.leapingwatersyoga.com

146 Ocean Street South Portland, Maine

Missed it? if you're tuning in after Sunday, perhaps you'd like to be at Full Moon Yoga Nidra on Wednesday December 4th 7:00-8:00 pm (aerial hammock $30, mat with props $20)

Full Moon in Gemini, Yoga Nidra by me. Enter this guided meditation just as you are and let the journey unfold. Also listed at Leaping Waters Yoga website. Link above and click on the schedule.

My Venmo is @Robin-Payton-1

Gratuities for Robin's Zodiac Zone are welcome. I'm doing lots of giving this season, so your gratuities help contribute to local organizations that do good. 

Into crystals? Interested in knowing more? Nico DePamphelis joins me on Wed Dec 28th 6:00-7:15 pm for a very special evening Connecting with Crystals. It's also on the website! 

Much love, many thanks to all of you

Robin

art by Eliza Tobin...this one spoke to me during New Moon 

Sunday, Nov 27th ~ Capricorn Moon connects with Pluto each month. During this lunar cycle, I feel this as powerful reflection before decision making. Let your inner wisdom shine through as you act, decide and reconstruct. Neptune and Jupiter offer the vision and expansive perspective from which to grow. This is a growth spurt, if you choose to participate. Follow your inspirations. Do something that feels constrcutive today. That can include constructive rest and recharging. Capricorn is a sign for the physical body. Move meditatively and combine movement and meditation. I timed this Yin & Restorative monthly class with the Capricorn Moon in mind. Invite the resources and the inspiration you need to heal, grow and feel well. From 3:11 pm to 5:07 pm the Moon is void of course, a transition time. Aquarius Moon follows with no planetary engagements tonight. Be in your process or gather in a group of some kind. Today's color is Silver for gentle awakening.

Monday ~ It's a day for the mind and the intellect with air sign energy in power. Aquarius Moon fueled by the Sun in Sagittarius, opening us to studies, exploring, experimenting and alchemy! Engage in something that feels transformative. Venus, Uranus and Mercury also activate the Aquarius Moon in different ways. One part of this is interpersonal and how we communicate. Express your ideal, vision and intention to someone else who may join you or provide support. Try to keep perspective if something unforeseen comes up, and know that original thinking and alternative options are the answer! Mars in Gemini is an activator this week, and today, Mars aligns with Saturn in Aquarius. The message is to act and move on ideas and not to let a problem sit unresolved or untended to. Mars is about to show where the friction is, as an opportunity to change things. Oppositions are about to be obvious and right in our view. If you think you know what this is about, for you, today there's a chance to get ahead of it. Wear Turquoise.

Tuesday ~ Aquarius Moon aligns with Saturn and Mars overnight, leading to Mercury and Mars in opposition at 3:30 pm ET. Those in technology and how we use and may change our use of technology are affected. Perhaps we'll see news of this or it may be more 'inside' and going on in the industry more than in our view. Radical opposition and radically different values and views are int he spotlight as Mercury opposes Mars. Travel matters may also be implicated or affected. This opposition can be very challenging, argumentative and driven by conflict. Opposites can also give us clarity and define on what side or ideal we align strongly with. Agreements may be hard to reach. Try not to let discussions get out of control. Put your cards on the table, and then let it be. This could take time to sort. The Moon enters Pisces at 7:15 pm, landing us in our feelings. Mercury and Saturn are in harmony in Sagittarius and Aquarius tonight at 11:15 pm and the most open minded, future oriented ideas are the ones most favored (tomorrow too). Today's color is Blue.

Wednesday ~ Pisces Moon squares the Sun and this is the 2nd quarter Moon. It's known as a time for progressions, and since it's in Pisces this may relate to how we feel and deal with emotional circumstances. Emotional can sometimes be perceived as something challenging or difficult, but emotions encompass everything from love to anger to joy and fear. They are part of our humanness (and I think animals and other beings and living things show emotions too). Today we may reconcile and decide how to combine our aspirations and goals with other priorities such as being sensitive to the ones we love and how this may impact them. We may increase our understanding of emotions and look forward to experiences we need in order to reach our 'next level'. And Uranus joins forces with the Moon to say this may happen in surprising ways and experientially, by doing and acting, traveling and studying for example. Sign up for that course or program! Blend your fire energy with your water energy, transforming emotions in tangible ways. What is your heart's desire now? Read into tomorrow for tonight's vibes. Wear Green.

Thursday ~ Venus and Mars oppose at 12:28 am ET, affecting the week from Wednesday on. These planets are in Sagittarius and Gemini, two signs that oppose and disagree strongly (though they also have similarities). Words and ideas are particularly implicated, so be mindful of what could trigger a big ordeal. Venus and Mars relate to one on one partnerships and/or male and female energies. Avoid blame and instead look for ways to honor each of your perspectives. Pisces Moon squares both of these planets and also Mercury so it's emotionally charged and communication, such as how you communicate, is especially important. Sensitivities are likely to be heightened as Neptune and the Moon meet. Take time to be alone and in process as Pluto aligns with the Moon saying this is much needed. There's MORE. What a day! 

Part 2 ~ Mercury and Neptune square. This is more Sagittarius/Pisces actitivity and it's an opportunity to think originally through mental and emotional challenges. Focus on what heals and on truth over passive dishonesty. Can we be sensitive without being dishonest? Jupiter meets the Moon for emotional growth and an open heart. Venus aligns with Saturn (Sagittarius and Aquarius) helping with constructive solutions in matters of the heart and relationship while also having good boundaries. A temporary or long term agreement, to abide by, could come from this. Void Moon 9:44 pm to 11:41 pm. Could this be a sigh of relief after a few days of 'alot'? Aries Moon moves in. Wear Pink.

Friday ~ Aries Moon in harmony with Sagittarius Sun, for optimism and positive action. If you've been feeling it all week, make it happen now. Take a brave step or set a goal and support it with the first action. Follow your sense of adventure and go somewhere or do something you enjoy. Today's color is Red.

Saturday ~ Neptune direct at 7:15 pm after so much retrograde time, in Pisces. Neptune has been retrograde since late June and spends about 40% of our lives retrograde. Perhaps you dove into mystical, magical topics or maybe you were forced to examine personal truths/denials. The retrograde can be a time when illusions are destroyed and realities come clear. Intuition plays a part in this. Notice if you've been denying something you deep down know to be true. If so, grasp that concept now before Neptune starts moving again and may lead you to forget and go back to an old pattern that keeps you stuck in denial. This may relate to how to go forward in life or to whether you can actually have a relationship with someone who is in addiction, unable to see clearly and/or unable to live their truth and be genuine. Meanwhile, Aries Moon rules the day to day things and aligns with planets that were active this week including Venus and Mars. These harmonious aspects may help us ge things moving in what seems like right directions, especially giving new life to relationships. Wear Orange. 

Want to try Aerial Yoga in a gentle, meditative way? I'm offering AERIAL ZEN on this day, Sat, Dec 3rd 12:00-1:30 pm, with a sound bath to close our session. www.leapingwatersyoga.com

New Moon in Sagittarius Astrology for November 20th-26th, 2023

December 28th join me in South Portland for Connecting to Crystals with Nico De Pamphelis!

Evening class begins at 6:00 pm. Nico's knowledge and personal experience with crystals offers all you need to begin your own practice and develop a deeper understanding and connection to crystals and to create a crystal grid. I enjoy talking to Nico about crystals so much that I invited them in to share with you too! Nico is an artist, spiritual painter, intuitive reader, and student at MECA.

You may bring crystals you already own. We will also have pocket crystals here for workshop exercises and for purchase if you connect with a special one.

Register for this 90 minute session at  www.leapingwatersyoga.com

Sunday ~Harmony in the atmosphere as Libra Moon forms trines to Mars and Saturn which may help with situations and relationships that have a heavy or important tone. Strong feelings may be integrated and worked with sensibly today. The Sun aligns with Jupiter, in the water signs, for a continuation of recent healing processes, growth and abundance. Scorpio, Pisces and Cancer may sense this most or most personally. Stay in your process without distraction or confusion. If either arises, notice what prompts that, or whom, and let that give you perspective and plan for the potential next time. Today's color is Lavender.

Amethyst could be a crystal to work with and draw energy from today.

Monday ~ Moving toward Wednesday's New Moon, there's a sense of finishing up, clearing clutter and opening a future path. Possibly ( we all experience this differently of course), some of the eclipse flurry is settling and a situation or your own energy feels more clear. Void Moon 6:14 am to 12:16 pm ET and then the Moon shifts to Scorpio. These few days contain vibrations from the solar eclipse one (long?) month ago, and that means the effects are felt, decisions prompted then may be made, and the new pattern takes shape. Mercury and Venus meet in Sagittarius at 5:55 pm (!) for cool, interesting connections with others, and for travels! Find pleasure and adventure through spontaneous meetings and on the road or in the air if you're heading somewhere. These two planets in Sagittarius encourage lightness of heart and a spring in your steps. Wear Orange.

Tuesday ~ The Sun moves to Sagittarius at 3:20 am ET. It's a sign of  movement and activitythat also rules advanced and experiential learning and travels. Scorpio Moon amplifies whatever is intense with a square to Saturn and opposition with Uranus. Effort is emotional and intellectual, and it may be difficult to compromise, yield or agree. Being fixed on one thing can be good or not so good. Decide where it's better to give in a little. Or hold fast to your ideals and take a step back rather than trying to control or manipulate, which will not work well under these influences. Today's color is Maroon.

Wednesday ~ Sagittarius New Moon is at 5:57 pm ET. First, the Scorpio Moon time includes 3 harmonious angles which leans toward things going easier and/or happening quickly. Some of this feels very internal and personal, related to how you feel and are processing change or relationships. The Moon aligns with Pluto in Capricorn, Jupiter in Pisces, and Neptune in Pisces. This can be highly creative, spiritual, emotional, and clarifying. Meditate, rest, dream, enter the healing process, and believe in your self. New Moon power in full effect tonight and may favor plans for travel, college or other learning and training programs, studies, and changes of all kinds. 

I've fallen in love with my crystals in the past year. One year ago I decided to acquire some new ones and use them in sessions and for myself more often. I choose orange calcite for this New Moon. It's cleansing and purifying and is said to bring waves of new energy, joy and also intelligence. This feels like the monarch butterfly of crystals, to me! In January I'll offer my own crystals workshop, and in December I'll participate with you in Nico DePamphelis's Connecting with Crystals here in South Portland where my studio is. Thanks for this brief interlude! I got crystal vibes while I was writing! I'm currently surrounded by pyrite, quartz, smoky quartz in a darker black, and apopholyte! 

Wednesday's New Moon color is White!

Thursday ~ Happy Thanksgiving! Sagittarius Moon favors our travels and interactions today. It looks like fun and enjoyment may be easier to find as the Moon meets Venus and Mercury. If and when it's a bit serious later on, New Moon decisions may be in the works. Saturn gives a sense of commitment to whatever is promised or begun now. Today's color is Purple.

Friday ~ Sagittarius Moon opposes Mars in Gemini. Sometimes I feel this is a very confrontational and potentially argumentative aspect. However, there's an opposite side to everything, and I also see this as a time to let go of things you've been too strictly and strongly holding onto, to let in new ideas, to challenge yourself to listen and to be thoughtful when you speak. Sometimes it is only through opposition that we can understand and see an alternate path. Engage in an idea or plan that challenges your old patterns. Try not to argue and instead to hear one another. This is good fuel for changing stagnant internal patterns and ways of thinking. Get it all out there in the open and see what positive can manifest from this clearing and cleansing. You might need to vent or to hear someone else's rant. Can it be heard and maybe be productive in the end? New Moon cycle is a chance to open to new ways. Neptune and Jupiter square the Moon, adding a yielding vibration to this and helping us dream new dreams. Void Moon 2:22 pm to 4:18 pm and a grounding Capricorn Moon influence arrives. If it's been a flurry this week, tonight the energy could be settling or pleasantly familiar. Today's color is Blue (for communication)

Saturday ~ Capricorn Moon forms a trine to Uranus for alternative and surprising solutions, problem solving, repairing, and working something in a new way. Be creative with things you could 'do in your sleep'. Add a new element. Experiment. Ground in hands on experiences. Wear Brown.

I have so much to share with you! 10 of us completed Level 1 Sound Practioner Training with Kimber Lucier and these new sound healers are popping up in my own classes and also adding sound to their current offerings. Congratulations Kristine, Mario, Patti, Jared, Sri, Amy, Tara, Heather, and Chelsea! 

On Sunday November 27th, Mario will play bowls and rainstick in my Yin & Restorative Yoga class. It's a special treat as he is volunteering his time and gifts and is regular class rate of $20 (normally adding a sound practice would add $15 to class). Take advantage of this opportunity and take class as gently as you like. Register at www.leapingwatersyoga.com 

Another Level 1 training is scheduled and sign up began this week for Feb 4th and 5th! All info is on the website. 

Hoping you are connecting with something inspiring this season. Let me know if I can help!

Robin

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SYjP9WrUNig

Mario playing bowls

Releasing and Shifting ~ Astrology for November 12th-19th, 2022

This winter I'm at Greener Postures South Portland and Falmouth for monthly and weekly classes

Restorative Yoga Tuesday 6:00-7:00 pm in Falmouth beginning December 6th

Yoga Nidra 3rd Fridays 5:30-6:30 pm in South Portland beginning November 18th, December 18th...

On Sunday, December 10th join me at Scarborough Yoga for Chakra Flow with Sound Bath, a 2 hour workshop for well-being during the holiday season. Beginners are welcome. Create an internal snow globe with movement and breath, then bask in sound vibration and let everything inside sort and settle, creating new patterns & impressions   2:00-4:00 pm www.scarboroughmaineyoga.com sign up

Always, join me for aerial, yoga nidra, yin and restorative yoga at Leaping Waters in South Portland

Donations for Sea Change Yoga Wed 11-23 4:00 pm AERIAL Decompression class

$20-$35 suggested donation

Venmo @Robin-Payton-1 to sign up and to give

We had a beautiful Yoga Nidra during Full Moon. The next one is December 7th, a Wednesday at 7:00 pm and on the Winter Solstice, Wed. Dec 21st, Yoga Nidra w/ Sound Bath with me & Sri Melissa Urey

RSVP www.leapingwatersyoga.com

Eclipse season is over for now, but the ripple effects and vibrations continue, especially during the New and Full Moons of November & December

Sunday, November 13th ~ Water and Earth element influence the whole day, as Cancer Moon aligns with planets in water and earth signs, such as Taurus and Scorpio. Meanwhile Venus in Scorpio and Pluto in Capricorn conspire for deeper, stronger connection to truth and trust between lovers and partners. Be one with your intution and if your spidey senses are on alert, follow their lead. Today is nicely designed for creative flow and reorganizing on the home front. Some will receive unexpected calls or word that shakes things up a little or a lot and most likely comes from family or relates to family relationships. Water & Earth are the Yin elements. Be receptive and avoid tendencies to control. Wear Black. (Connect with black tourmaline, moonstone and obsidian for grounding & inner knowing)

Monday ~ Cancer Moon journey continues overnight with an opposition to Pluto and deep feelings and intuitions. Do not ignore messages from your body or your dreams. It's possible to bypass them and miss an opportunity to heal or to free yourself from something or to simply not believe in your own wisdom. Avoid this. Hear your inner voice and sensations and be guided. The Moon aligns with Venus and Jupiter in water signs Scorpio and Pisces. This is soothing, forgiving and auspicious for one on one relationships, romance and deeper commitment and growth together. From 5:41 am to 7:48 am, the Moon is void of course and then we welcome Leo Moon days until Wednesday night. Leo Moon has no aspects and the themes of the overnight prevail. This evening, Mercury aligns with Pluto and if you haven't tuned in to your inner voice yet, it'll be strong enough to hear and heed now. The Sun aligns with Neptune in yet another strong water element aspect. Let this strengthen creative life force and flow, faith in yourself and the outcomes, and ability to manifest from imagination and dreams. There's a lot of inner process instigated by this week's aspects so far, and this can be so helpful as the effects of the two eclipses continue to unfold and require action to synchronize with this new energy and vibration. Can you feel it? Wear Purple.

Tuesday ~ Venus and Jupiter form a trine, a beneficial angle that favors all Scorpio and Pisces qualities such as passion, compassion, depth, and abundance. Act on something that really needs a positive emotional outcome, realignment or personal reconnection with. Leo Moon squares Uranus and opposes Saturn and these are challenging and sobering angles, worthy of earnest effort and willingness to shift. If you receive difficult news or an unwelcome change is in progress, find your inner yield while still being true to yourself. Situations can not stay the same forever, and this can feel like a pro or a con. Leo Moon evokes strength to deal with whatever comes and to be resilient and rise up again. Meditate on the Strength card in your tarot deck or find an image of it. How does this feel and how does it seem to relate to you? That is the energy of today. Venus is about to enter Sagittarius at 1:09 am ET. Have one last Venus in Scorpio evening whether it's in solitary enjoyment of life's pleasures and your own creative drive, or whether it's in a passionate conversation or embrace. Wear Gold. 

Wednesday ~ Venus enters Sagittarius. If you're newly single or seeking new friends, partner or a new learning environment and travels, and if you've been feeling stagnant or stuck emotionally, this may suit you well! Leo Moon until 8:04 pm ET. The energies may feel more playful, upbeat, or somewhat activated and strong as well. Have a physical outlet for mental or emotional energy that needs expression as the Moon aligns with Mars retrograde in Gemini. Get past a limiting idea or vision of yourself. Moon squares the Sun and Mercury which can make us indecisive or at a crossroads where questions comes up. That's ok, be with that and let some of it unravel without extra force. Dig in your heels as needed, if you feel that much conviction and dedication to something. Mercury and Jupiter align for agreements, yield, inner peace and also for broadening knowledge and educational pursuits. Apply for something or confirm your acceptance.  Virgo Moon 8:04 pm on, with a 10:14 pm square to Venus that feels like a practical conversation between lovers or good friends. Time to sort something out, particularly to find the common ground. Wear Pink.

Thursday ~ Virgo Moon, and Mercury now follows Venus into Sagittarius, for a more free spirited, open minded, and expansive approach to love, to learning, and to the experiences of being alive. You're invited to come out of your shell or your compressed feelings and to breathe some fresh air and energy in during this next month or so. Virgo Moon also favors cleaning house and refreshing things. Ground in worthwhile tasks. A simple day is called for, if that can be. Wear Green.

Friday ~ The outer planets have their say today as Pluto aligns with both Moon and Sun. Pluto relates to the depths and to Scorpio, and during this long stay in Capricorn, Pluto (at least to me) evokes qualities of the root chakra including our ancestry and wounds we perhaps carried into this life or that run deep. Pluto also has the wisdom and intuition required for authentic living. Pluto speaks of intimacy and what's most real, the stripped down version, the vulnerable. Whatever runs most deep and true is in the forefront today. This may require personal time, privacy and space. Neptune and Uranus are also in some direct relationship to the Moon in Virgo today which may test out faith or ability to stay centered amidst change or acceleration of events. Remain connected to yourself and ground in your porcess. The Sun and Moon form a sextile at midnight. Indigo is today's color.

Saturday ~ Virgo Moon & Scorpio Sun are harmonious and favor organizing, sorting, and both emotional and physically productive process and actions. Take care of both body and mind/feelings and do not let one override the other. Remember you are a whole person, who may like the feeling of working out your body or being really productive and getting things done, yet who also needs to acknowledge the inner processes, the feelings and emotions, and the spiritual self. Be intentional today. Jupiter in Pisces is opposite the Moon, calling up sensitivity to yourself and to others, and an emotional growth spurt could be called for. Are you being too judgmental or hard on someone you love and want the best for? Maybe they're not ready for what you think is best. Maybe they will never be and will take a very alternate path from what  you envisioned. Draw upon your faith in the process. Void Moon overnight 3:47 am to 5:58 am ET, and we enter Saturday with Libra Moon and Mars in Gemini square to Neptune in Pisces. It could feel 'all over the place', ungrounded, or mentally challenging. Study and concntration may be difficult and could be best timed for when your energy is 'right.' It may be hard to push through and make yourself do something. Yet, with the Moon in harmony with Venus and Mercury in sagittarius, this could be a fun evening out and may even make intellectual work and study go easier. Tonight looks social, but do whatever you have the appropriate energy for. Wear Light Blue.

Sunday, November 20th at Leaping Waters, receive an energy healing at a more affordable $39 as Tara Rook offers MAGIC BODY, a small group healing session. I've attended and had a truly effective experience and so I invited Tara to share her gifts with my studio community.

Tara is a musician, vocalist, beat maker, thai body worker, meditation guide, and artist. 

She combines energy, sound, meditation and hands on heaing for these sessions and may include light touch with your permission. A session such as this could be double the cost, but we are striving to make energy healing accessible during these changing and sometimes confusing or complex times.

Aerial Hammock or Mat option as you rest and receive 

5:30-6:45 pm

RSVP at www.leapingwatersyoga.com at the Events and Trainings link or on the Schedule

I'll be there to welcome you in! 

LUNAR ECLIPSE IN TAURUS ~ COMPASSION & CARING Astrology for November 6th-12th, 2022

FULL MOON ECLIPSE YOGA NIDRA WEDNESDAY, November 9th 7:00 pm

at Leaping Waters Yoga South Portland, 146 Ocean Street near the Casco Bay Bridge

Easy commute in over the bridge

Rest on the mat $20, in the aerial hammock $30

4 hammock spaces left & plenty of mat space

WINTER SOLSTICE YOGA NIDRA & SOUND BATH, WEDNESDAY, December 21st 7:00-8:15 pm

same location, aerial hammocks or choose a mat instead

Yoga Nidra guided by me, Sound Bath by Sri Devi Melissa Urey

$35

10 spaces open

There's much more including an Energy Healing Session with light touch and healing recorded music all by Tara Rook on November 20th 5:30 pm

Reserve your space for Magic Body! 6 spaces open

www.leapingwatersyoga.com

All events are carefully curated by me, for your highest potential & healing

Robin

Sunday ~ Aries Moon aligns with Saturn in Aquarius and Mars retrograde in Gemini. The idea of air feeding fire and fire expanding into air prevails. This leads to activation, impulse to act and do something useful, and can lead to impulsive decisions or moves. Make sure you're serious about what you're doing or taking action on and that it's not a whim. As the Full Moon and eclipse approach, act on deadlines that do not have flexibility. Put your mind and energy to 'good use'. Void Moon starts at 5:30 pm. Rest more in the evening. Be gentle through this time change. It can sneak up on you and take the form of restlessness or even depression. Alter routines like eating and sleeping, just a little bit, maybe in 10 minute increments each day to ccatch up. And take very good care of the animals and children who are experiencing the change in human/adult routines. They may actually 'know better' than we do. Wear Yellow.

Monday ~ Taurus Moon from 12:15 am on (eastern time). This is the sign of Tuesday's eclipse and today you are truly in the aura of it. The Moon has no aspects today. Taurus Moon is for grounding, productivity, and also sensuality, commitment, and whatever is organic. Venus and Saturn square in the fixed signs Scorpio and Aquarius. Relationship matters take a serious tone and require effort. Give your energy to any relationship imbalance that needs sorting. Be aware of the intensity and rush of this Full Moon eclipse, on the way around sunrise tomorrow. Wear Gold.

Tuesday ~ This lunar eclipse is a potent one, with Uranus attending and Mercury across the zodiac in Scorpio. Saturn in Aquarius makes the triple play with a square to the Moon today. Finding the yield is one challenge. Relentless describes the energy of the eclipse in Taurus. It's a huge peak and dramatic shift. Therefore, events, conversations, news and announcements come with it. It's also Election Day and this is directly implicated and affected. There could be unexpected results, upsets, events and outcomes. Personally, find the balance between persevering with what's most important, while also finding some flexibility and ability to listen. Taurus is the sign of the throat and neck. Wear an amulet or special neck adornment today. Blue is the color for throat chakra and communication. Problems may not be easily or predictably resolved. Patience may be needed. The Sun and Mercury meet in Scorpio indicating the importance of loyalty and of acknowledging and expressing emotion so it doesn't become trapped and manifest physically. Can this be done kindly? The elcipse and full moon arrive at 6:02 am, however the aura of this Full Moon is so expansive it will be felt for days and even weeks. At 9:40 pm, Mercury opposes Uranus for wildly unusual or uncharacteristic announcements and self expression. Exactly what you didn't think would happen or what was unlikely, is set up now. Particularly, anything emotional, related to communication, related to the throat and neck, and that comes as a form of news either by letter, email, media, or a phone call. The lump or block in the throat is likely to dissolve if not explode. Wear White, bright white, and take good care.

Wednesday ~ Still the Full Moon energy radiates. Taurus Moon aligns with Pluto for inner wisdom, the innate knowledge and memory you carried into this world. Do not ignore your intuition. It may be extra strong and loud. Taurus Moon also aligns with Jupiter in Pisces for retrograde visiting, healing of old wounds, and emotional growth. It's a positive day to have self care and to receive either intuitive insights or body work. (see Magic Body for a November opportunity at an affordable cost of $39. This session helped me enormously in one short hour this summer, so I am hosting it, with Tara Rook as your healing guide). Void Moon 7:00 am to 8:37 am ET, and Gemini Moon takes over. This is also a sign related to words and communication. Journal your plans or feelings. Spend some time getting organized and feeling centered today, amidst any tumult or surprise of this week. Wear Blue.

Yoga Nidra is tonight 7:00 pm at Leaping Waters.

Thursday ~ Mercury and Saturn have a stubborn square and it relates back to the aspects on Tuesday, at eclipse time. This is energy that doesn't compromise or yield easily , yet demands some efforts now, any time this week really. Attempt agreements and look for the right terms. Gemini Moon aligns with Saturn in the evening which may be the breakthrough. Negotiate fairly and make sure you're truly invested in your part of the agreement, if you make one. Also, study and learn and a breakthrough may occur there too! Venus in Scorpio aligns with Neptune in Pisces for emotional and relationship healing and forgiveness. Forgive others, forgive yourself, in either order. Continue self healing, self care and emotional attunement. Use music and sound to soothe and repair. This is an enormously powerful time. Do not diminish your feelings, your memories and your ability to persevere and feel better. Do believe in the potency of sound, hands on healing, your crystals, and other modalities such as polarity therapy. This is a time to believe in and seek sources that lift the spirits, repair at the cellular level and support us emotionally. (This is why I offer what I offer, at my studio or in readings. We need this now, so much. Do you notice that EVERYONE seems to be going through one or more emotionally challenging processes? I have these conversations constantly and am feeling it myself! Email me if I can help connect you to any source! I have lots of wonderful people around me.)

Wear Turquoise today (and use your blue stones this week).

Friday ~ 11-11. Do you have a relationship with this numerology? Well, it's that day. Scorpio Sun squares Saturn in Aquarius. Be intentional and do not take decisions or emotional or business matters lightly. Make it meaningful and expect it to be long term. Gemini Moon meets Mars. Avoid arguments, conflicts that are unproductive or any wars of words, online or in person. Gemini Moon squares Jupiter in Pisces signaling searches for meaning and direction. Void Moon 5:28 pm to 7:22 pm ET when Cancer Moon takes over and being cozy and in the comfort zone is the priority. That can be out or at home, as long as it feels familiar and friendly. Today's color is Indigo.

Saturday ~ Cancer Moon with a mix of aspects and engagements with several planets this weekend. Though it's mixed, this is  mostly harmonious and may include surprise emotional responses or exchanges. Family and home oriented Cancer Moon says prioritize what's nearest and dearest and do the best you can to reassure, create comfort and keep the home fires warm. This applies to Sunday even more than Saturday. Saturday Mercury and Neptune join forces the way venus and Neptune did on Thursday, with a focus on communication and forgiveness as well as creativity. Wear Light Green for the heart.