Some people believe we have a natural connection to the moon and function within the pulls of the lunar calendar. Because of this, there is an idea that certain activities are most potent at different times of the month.
The Balsamic Moon, usually lasting three and a half days before the new moon, is a potent time for REST. The time of planning, accomplishing, and celebrating has come to an end. The time to invite stillness, reflection, and nothingness has arrived.
Some ideas for honouring and celebrating The Balsamic Moon...
Taking a “ceremonial” bath or shower. Make it RELAXING and make it about YOU. Whatever that means to you. Light a candle, put on a face mask, exfoliate, play your favourite tunes. Notice the water on your skin and imagine your day, your month or the winter season flushing out of your body and down the drain.
Going for a walk in nature by yourself. Leave behind your pooch, your partner or kids, pop your phone on silent and take yourself out for a walk. Be present with yourself and the environment around you. Notice the air on your skin, the sounds, textures and colours around you. Notice your feet on the earth. Just be.
Connecting to your breath. Find a cozy spot in your house, set a timer (make it a peaceful alarm) and spend five or ten minutes noticing your breath or practicing your favourite breath exercise. Lowering your gaze or closing your eyes as you notice the natural movements of breathing.
Carving out time for meditation. Take time connecting to your inner wisdom. Meditation for the majority of us is the practice of observing our mind-chatter. Meditating during this moon phase can sometimes offer us additional “downloads” of useful information in between those moments of busy mind. These messages from our intuitive selves can bring clarity, purpose or suggestions for the month ahead.
Daydreaming or doing nothing. Daydreaming is often seen as a useless activity, but in moderation it can allow the brain to feel more rested. “Doing nothing” as an adult is a radical concept on it’s own! Give yourself permission to take a break. Lay on your back and watch the clouds or pop yourself in a cozy place, like on a couch, and take a couple minutes to literally do nothing.
Taking a restorative yoga class. Our online restorative session this Tuesday, June 8th, from 7:30-9 p.m. will be all about the slowww and easeful practice. Come join in.
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I would love to hear how you carved out intentional time to honour this important moon phase! Get in touch to share how it felt for you by DM’ing me or tagging me in a photo of you pre or post ceremony @thebalsamicmoon
Want to incorporate The Balsamic Moon Phase into your monthly calendar? I have already compiled the 2021 Balsamic Moon Dates here.
Much love,
Bri
