The Dark Moon - Realigning Ourselves with the Rhythm of Life

The moon is known to influence the ocean and its tides, the flow of sap and the life force in our gardens, and the behavior of many different birds, animals, and crustaceans. If we choose to pay attention, it can also indicate ways that we humans can align ourselves with the rhythms and cycles of life in our efforts to bring ourselves back into harmony with nature.

In particular, the ending of the lunar cycle is a good time to say "no" to what's not working for us, and the dark moon -- before the new moon -- is a good time to drop our bundles and rest as much as we can. 

Spring Equinox - Journaling to Invite Balance

The Equinoxes mark the two points in the year round of the seasons where the number of hours of daylight and darkness are equal, and so they are a good time to invite balance into our lives. This post introduces the Wheel of the Year and shares my Journaling practice for the Spring Equinox, since I'm in the Southern Hemisphere. I've included a brief note for Northern Hemisphere readers too, who have just marked the Autumn Equinox.