Virgo is the sign of purity and rules health and habits, so this is a great time to explore the theme of purification. The concept of a complete detox overhaul can seem daunting, but like every aspect of self-care, purification is a work in progress - not a practice of perfection. If it seems too overwhelming, try easing one of these into your routine and see how it feels in your life. If it feels good and becomes part of your daily habit, you can add another and so forth.
1) Physical
2) Mental
3) Spiritual
4) Space
What are some of your go-to practices to purify yourself or your home?
Happy Summer Solstice! The longest & brightest day of the year has been observed across all societies and cultures from Egyptian to English to Aztec as a a celebration of light, joy and illumination.
With so much darkness and heaviness in the world lately, now seems like a perfect time to Lighten Up!
Working with the moon phases is an accessible way to deepen our connection both to nature and to ourselves. I find that honoring these rhythms of nature can make it easier to identify, recognize and honor our own natural ebbs and flows.
During the new moon cycle, the sun and moon align with each other, merging yang energy - the heating, masculine, assertive energy of the sun, with yin energy - the cooling, feminine, receptive energy of the moon. The balancing of these two polar opposite energies in the dark sky creates a powerful invitation to both let go and start new - it's the perfect canvas for a fresh start.
Andrea Pacini
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