November Supermoon Extra High Energy

I have on occasion mentioned the importance of the moon on here and how the full moon can affect moon sensitive people.
Tonight's full moon will be a real spectacle. Not only is it a Super full moon but tonight the moon is the closest it's been to earth in 86 years. It won't be this close to earth again until 2034 so it is quite a rare occurrence.  If you are particularly moon sensitive like me you could be in for an interesting few days as the effects of this moon will be a lot stronger then usual. 

How the Full Moon Affects Us
Lunacy was never just a myth, it is common knowledge that on the night of the full moon A&E and Police departments are always busier. Pregnant women approaching full term tend to go into labour on the night of the full moon, especially so if the mother to be is moon sensitive. It is common for many people to feel out of sorts during the full moon. You may feel hyper, a little crazy, slightly restless and unable to sleep. Full of ideas and creativity. It isn't a coincidence if these symptoms occur around the full moon. Which is why keeping a moon journal is a perfect idea. More information on moon journal's can be found on my earlier post: http://jezebeldusk.blogspot.co.uk/2016/01/keeping-moon-journal.html 

Tonight as the moon is so close to us here on earth all of these symptoms will be amplified. It won't only affect us tonight, some may have felt the effects last night and tomorrow and Wednesday nights the effects will still be just as strong. 

How The Full Moon Affects Animals

It isn't only us humans who are affected, many cats are affected by the full moon. I have heard how some have a particularly crazy time on the night of the full moon, they may yowl for no reason and generally act like crazy cats. This is all normal as cats in particular are very sensitive animals to the environmental changes, much like how they can sense an earthquake before it hits. Some people notice dogs acting a little off during the full moon. In all likelihood any animal, any species can be just as affected by the full moon as us humans can.

Using The Full Moons Energy

The good news is this moon is bringing a whole new fresh energy into the atmosphere which is well needed after the year 2016 has been. There has been so much negativity and energy shifts this year that many of us have been up and down all year. Tonight's moon is the best opportunity many of us will have to charge up any crystals. I have a selection on my windowsill being charged by the moon, I opted to place my new pendulum up to give it a good kickstart. 

Full Moon Meditation 

If your body and soul could do with a recharge using the moons energy then practice this simple meditation. This meditation can be performed on any full moon but it will be even more invigorating on a super full moon. By doing this meditation you will be using the full moons energy to completely cleanse and recharge your mind, body and aura and you will feel fantastic afterwards. It is best to do this meditation at night just before going to sleep if you can. 

To begin lie down comfortably and take some deep cleansing breaths, as you exhale let go of any worries and intruding thoughts. Take a few more deep breaths until you feel a much deeper sense of relaxation. As you allow your eyes to close imagine yourself lying in a beautiful garden, feel the coolness of the grass underneath you, you see the stars shining bright above you, the sky so clear. You see the moon high in the sky above you. Focus on the light of the moon, you feel a deep sense of comfort. Almost like the feeling of being a baby and having the security of a nightlight, the moon is now your nightlight, allowing you to feel safe and secure. You feel comfortable here. 
from your stomach see a silver strand of light energy emitting from your solar plexus, allow this strand to float slowly and gently towards the sky, as it approaches the moon feel the energy of the moon coming closer to you, it's within your reach. As your strand of light reaches the moon you feel a strong connection between yourself and the moon. You see your strand of light attach to the moon. As you inhale you draw the energy of the moon into your strand of light you see the white light of the moons energy and feel it travel back down the strand and into your solar plexus. With every inhale you draw more of this energy down into yourself. As you draw down more of this energy you see the white light of the moons energy fill your solar plexus. As you draw down more and more of this energy you feel it spilling out and dispersing around your body. You can feel all of your internal organs and muscles being cleansed by this energy. As it travels along your chakras and out into your aura you feel amazing. You are sparkling from the inside out, you are filled with a beautiful pure white light energy from the moon. When you feel as though you have had enough thank the moon for charging and energising you and feel your strand of light detach from the moon and retract back into your solar plexus. Take three deep healing breaths and feel the energy flowing through you. Then slowly open your eyes. 

After this meditation you may feel inspired to write, draw or do something creative. You may also notice you have very vivid dreams during the night. 

Enjoy the moons energy tonight and trust that it is bringing us some much needed positive energy from the universe.

Uh Oh Mercury Is Going Into Retrograde

If you've got something important to do it's best to do it today, as tomorrow Mercury will be in retrograde once again making our lives here on earth chaotic. If you know what this means you'll be thinking "Oh no here we go again" if you've never heard of it before read on and it'll all make a little more sense. 

Every year around three or four times the planet Mercury slows down on it's orbit. There comes a time when it has slowed down so significantly that it appears almost stationary and visually it'll look as though it is orbiting backwards, when infact it has just considerably slowed down. This is Mercury in retrograde. 

For us earthlings it may appear as though it has no effect on us but it does. When Mercury is in retrograde everything that could possibly go wrong will no doubt go wrong. Particularly anything to do with communication, electronics and transportation.

When Mercury is in retrograde expect the following occurences: 

• Computers Freezing
• Mobile phones having low/no signal 
• Mobiles and tablets freezing, slowing down or encountering software issues 
• Electronic equipment going on the fritz 
• Travel Delays 
• Car Trouble
• Short Term Memory Loss 
• Lack of communication 
• Trouble with electronic appliances  

 It is advised not to make any important decisions or plans when Mercury is in retrograde. Such as signing contracts, starting a new relationship, making travel plans, or scheduling important meetings. Instead this time should be used for quiet contemplation and reflection. Spend time meditating and walking in nature. Taking a more relaxed approach to life.

On May 6th we also have a new moon throwing even more emotions into the mix.
This happens every month, it is a life cycle. The New Moon is another time of quiet contemplation. Breathe in deeply and move into a calm state of mind. Watch your own emotions come and go and to not allow them to influence you in this current time. Spend time meditating and practicing yoga and you'll see your life more clearly. The New Moon is a beginning so use this time of quiet contemplation to plan things, perhaps a new project or a new relationship you're eager to embark upon. As the moon moves into the waxing phase  gradually start to put these plans into practice, by the time the full moon comes around on May 21st these ideas or projects should have begun. That is what you should usually do each month unless Mercury is in retrograde.
When Mercury is in retrograde it may be a good idea to not jump into new projects or relationships. Instead wait and enjoy the quietness. Your mind will thank you for it.

So for the next few weeks allow extra time for your journeys, expect anything electronic to go on the fritz and prepare to have a little more chaos in your everyday life. In fact my browser has unexpectedly crashed and closed twice whilst writing this entry, a sign of things to come. Thanks Mercury.

Mercury goes into retrograde on April 28th until May 22nd incorporating both a new and full moon phase. The next new moon is on May 6th and the Next Full moon the flower moon will be on May 21st. 
While Mercury is in retrograde I'll be choosing and sharing a daily tarot or oracle card on Instagram. Instagram name: teriwarke 

Keeping A Moon Journal

If you've been reading this blog for a while you've probably noticed me mention a moon diary or moon journal on a few occasions. 
As tonight is the new moon, the first of the year I thought it'd be an ideal time to explain it a little more. As it's the first New Moon of the year it is an ideal time to begin keeping a moon journal of your own.

A moon journal is just what it says it is. A journal dedicated solely to the moon. The moon is a powerful and at times very strong influence on us down here on earth. The moon emits a powerful energy which moon sensitive people will sense. Due to this strong energy the moon can affect us in many ways. Lunacy was never just a myth, it is common knowledge that on the night of the full moon A&E and Police departments are always busier. However it is not purely the full moon which can affect our emotions. 
Many people are under the misapprehension that the moon only affects women. While the moon is a very feminine energy and has a monthly cycle like women it is equally likely to affect men as well as women. 

Have you ever noticed that you have days when you feel particularly depressed for no apparent reason. Of course those of us who have suffered with depression at some point will know this feeling all too well. Or maybe you have days when you feel extra sensitive, emotional, moody. If that sounds like you then it is a possibility that you are moon sensitive. By keeping a moon journal for a couple of months or a year you will be able to see if any patterns emerge, by analysing your daily moon journal you'll see if it is just at specific times of the month you're affected, known as the current moon phase. 
 Every month the moon has the same cycle and will go through different phases; 

• New Moon
• Waxing Crescent
• First Quarter
• Waxing Gibbous 
• Full
• Waning Gibbous
• Last Quarter
• Waning Crescent 

Each moon phase can affect us in all different ways. For example I often feel quite low around the New Moon, something I didn't realise until I kept a moon journal. 

So to begin keeping a moon journal find a journal or notebook that you will use solely as your moon journal. On the first page in the centre write your name, date and time of birth and the moon phase of the day you was born. This can be found through a simple google search. You'll soon notice that your extra sensitive around the moon phase from when you was born. 
 Update your moon journal every night before retiring to bed. Use a fresh page for each entry then write the date, time and current moon phase (You can check this by google but for ease there is a current moon phase to the left of this blog) 
Then write how you felt that day, you don't need to write much but if you wish to go into detail by all means do. 

After a few months look back over your entries and note down any patterns, did you feel the same moods and emotions during certain moon phases each month? Note if you're more sensitive to the full moon or new moon. By keeping a moon journal you'll gain a better understanding of the moon and even of your own emotions.

Wishing Moon December

This December we are being treated to a special Wishing Moon. A wishing moon is something which happens around eight times per year. It is when the full moon is especially powerful and can grant your innermost wishes and turn them into reality.
 The one coming up will be extra special because it falls on Christmas Day December 25th at 11:11 the last time this happened was in 1977.  Not only is it falling on Christmas day but being at precisely 11:11 is a very auspicious time. 11:11 is most commonly known as the twinflame number along with 10:!0, 23:23, 15:15 etc. See this post for more on Twinflames http://jezebeldusk.blogspot.co.uk/2015/09/the-twinflame-relationship.html

This upcoming full moon is going to be very strong and very powerful and as it is such a rare occurence use the opportunity to tap into it's power. 
 To start off write a wishlist, do this before the full moon, it can be as long or as short as you want it to be. Once you have written it fold it up and place a moonstone ontop of it. Then move it to a sacred place. If you can, bury it outside in earth, a plantpot or windowbox will do just fine if your short on outside space. If not keep it somewhere special and personal to you. You could even place it under the pillow if you so desire. 
Think about these wishes often, by writing them down you are physically sending them out to the universe, cementing your intention.  
On the night of the full moon (December 25th) retrieve your wish list from it's sacred place, sit outside if you can and say 
"I see the Moon and the Moon sees me, the Moon will send these wishes to me" then read off your wishlist. Once your done thank the moon for listening then spend some time soaking up it's strong energy. You can do this inside if you prefer as long as you can clearly see the moon. 

Afterwards you can either keep your wishlist in a sacred place or burn it outside and let the smoke take it up to the universe. 
It's important to think of these wishes often and instead of hoping for them visualise them being true in this moment as if they have already been granted. 
These wishes work on the power of attraction which is a belief that what you ask the universe for will be given to you if you do it right. As an example say someone wished for a promotion at work, instead of thinking "I hope I get that promotion" think instead of "I am the boss, superviser" whichever promotion level you aspire to be. By thinking as though your wishes have already been granted you are telling the universe that you believe in yourself and your wishes. 

Happy Wishing.

Full Moon October 2015

It is almost that time of the month (no not that) the night of the full moon is almost upon us. The full moon will rise at sunset on 27th October. As with the new moon the full moon can affect us just as much if not more. Some months the full moon is much stronger when it is closer to earth and you will feel the effects amplified. Luckily it doesn't look like this is one of those months. However the chances are if you're moon sensitive you may still feel the moon.
 Lunacy is no myth so its not surprising that A&E departments and Police stations are often much busier on the full moon. It can make people a little crazy to say the least. The tides in the rivers and lakes are higher then usual and if your currently pregnant and reaching full term there is a very high chance that your baby will be born on the full moon.
 So how do you know if you're affected by the full moon? These are all the signs, symptoms and feelings moon sensitive people will feel on the full moon. Not only are you likely to feel one, a few or all of these things on the night of the full moon you will feel it during the day and following day.

• Feeling hyperactive 
• Feeling emotional and sensitive 
• Crying for no apparent reason 
• Being easily irritated and feeling moody 
• Feeling Tired
• Feeling friskier then usual 
• Trouble concentrating
• Trouble sleeping (It's not uncommon for me to be wide awake all night for example) 

These are just a few typical examples. If your unsure if your mood is being caused by the full moon then keep a moon diary. A small journal where each day you write down the date, time, current moon phase and how you felt that day. Do that for around three months then look back and see if you notice any patterns. To help you find what the current moon phase is I've added a moon phase icon to this blog, it's just to the left on any page underneath the small bio. It'll always be on here and will update itself each day to give you an accurate moon phase.  

Cats are particularly moon sensitive. Vixen

If you have pets observe their behaviour around the full moon. Cats in particular seem to be very sensitive. My two for example can be a nightmare. They will whizz about all night crashing into things and jumping over things, meowing for no apparent reason. Dogs are known to bark on the night of the full moon. Luckilly it is very rare for my dog to bark at all. 

One of the best things about the full moon is that it is the best time to charge your crystals. Any crystal will enjoy being charged by the full moon. Moonstone, Quartz, Obsidian, Calcite and Rose quartz particularly enjoy being charged by the moon but all crystals can be charged by the full moon. To charge your crystals first cleanse them by running them under cold or warm water. (NOTE: Not all crystals can get wet, if you have Aragonite, Malachite, or Selenite especially in natural form it is best to not get these wet as they will melt. Just follow the next step) as a general rule all tumbled polished crystals can be washed. After washing dry them gently with a piece of kitchen towel then either place outside somewhere safe or inside on your windowsill. I often wish I had a balcony so I could put all of my crystals out overnight and know they'd be safe, if I put them out in my garden chances are the foxes would have them away. Instead mine spend three nights on the windowsill as I put them up the night before the full moon in case I forget. As long as where you place them they'll be touched by the moonlight it's a good place. Of course you don't have to charge every crystal every month, usually just the ones you use often. If you want to though there is no harm in charging every crustal every month (I just do not have enough windowsill space to do this) 

These are just my tumbled crystals

I should also add that it is a very very bad idea to either wear or carry moonstone around the full moon as it will make the effects even stronger.

The Effects Of The New Moon

Tomorrow is the night of the new moon. Traditionally called the Dark Moon. This happens once a month when the moon and the sun both occupy the same zodiac sign. The sun lights up the back of the moon so down here on earth for that one night we can't see the moon. The dark moon is often associated with the Dark Goddesses Lilith and Hecate. Despite the name and the word dark these Goddesses are not evil beings. 

Goddess Lilith

  
The new moon as well as the full moon can affect our emotions and thoughts. During the new moon it is very common to feel low, depressed, lacking energy and literally feeling as if your get up and go has got up and gone. These are all common feelings for people who are moon sensitive. Once the new moon has passed your mood will improve as the moon progresses. By day 3 you should be feeling much better. If you feel the effects very severely then it is a good idea to carry a piece of moonstone in your pocket or wear some moonstone jewellery. It will work even better if it has been charged by the last full moon, which will be explained here closer to the next full moon. 

Goddess Hecate

If you're one of these people which the moon doesn't affect in such ways then use the night of the new moon to plan new projects, look for a new job or just gain some inspiration.  You can then take these ideas and new projects and work on them throughout the waxing cycle of the moon and by the time the full moon comes around they should be progressing very well. 

If you're unsure if the moon is responsible for your moods then a good idea is to keep a moon diary. Every night just before bed write down the current moon phase, the date and how you've felt that day. Do that for around three months then look back and see if you notice any patterns.The moon can affect men just as much as it can affect women.