Capricorn Full moon
full moon wednesday july 13, 2022 at 2:37 pm est
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full moon wednesday july 13, 2022 at 2:37 pm est 〰️
Are you building a life in resonance with your most authentic truth? This full moon reaps reflection on the life you’re creating and the foundation it is built upon.
“Negativity is not intelligent. It is always of the ego. The ego may be clever, but it is not intelligent. Cleverness pursues its own little aims. Intelligence sees the larger whole in which all things are connected. Cleverness is motivated by self-interest, and it is extremely short-sighted. Most politicians and businesspeople are clever. Very few are intelligent. Whatever is attained through cleverness is short-lived and always turns out to be eventually self-defeating. Cleverness divides; intelligence includes.”
Eckhart Tolle
The nature of Capricorn is to harness the boundaries of the known universe and shape them into a reality that reflects the essence of what it aims to protect. We see this in the relationship of the Moon and Saturn, the rulers of the Cancer/Capricorn axis of the zodiac. The new moon in Cancer initiates the flow of life, while the full moon in Capricorn asks- what boundaries must be built to harness the flow in the most effective way? In some ways, the moon in Capricorn must learn what is essential to survival, based in the reality that life does not always provide the perfect environment.
In balance, this is the necessary and effective building of the physical structures and spaces that provide safe passage through time. this is the ability to be challenged by limitation and still manage to find the resources needed to sustain life or to sustain what we are committed to building. this is our legacy and the commitment to the long game. the results are only as good as the time and energy we put in. but if out of balance… the structures built may act as a kind of barrier, and what is built in aims to divide or possess will not withstand the tests of time. When dealing with Capricorn, it is vital that we remember to adjust the plans as needed. To build something that will last requires integrity. Integrity requires the awareness to know what you are building and why… and equally allow for attunement along the way.
A beautiful truth exists in the cosmos: the known universe is exponentially as large as it is small. The building blocks of the universe exist in direct proportion to the largest galactic formations. There is nothing done in isolation, all things have a larger connection as seen through the intelligence of the natural world. The boundaries between plants & planets for example are permeable. Sunlight literally moves through the cells of the plant and is transmuted into energy. Boundaries that are constructed in a way that connects to the essential nature of life create potential for transformation- containers for the process of change.
This represents a divine harmony. One that goes beyond our comprehension, but exists none the less in all expressions of life. Our instinct to live creatively in alignment with the wild & beautiful intelligence we exists within is a limitless field of inspiration.
There seems to be a catch tho. As humans, we aren’t always aligned. We have free will, and we have to move through complicated dynamics that can at times leave us feeling wounded and absorbed in the suffering of the world. When limitations appear, it is the clearest sign that we have become disconnected from the true nature of what it means to be in harmony. It takes self-awareness to realize where our limitations are. It takes bravery to face our inner most fears and move through them with love and compassion. It requires a visionary path aligned to the unique essence that we each carry to build a world that reflects truth. It takes discipline to truly embody change without seeing results right away.
So often, fear takes over our ability to connect to our creativity. Doubt, comparison, jealousy, worries, greed, anger (the list goes on and on)… all manifest as a sign that you are living from a limited vantage point. When we allow fear to influence our choices we are building systems that stem from fear instead of love. the reality of love is truly radical in comparison to many aspects of the world we live in, because many of the structures that we exist within were not built out of love… but out of fear and the desire for control & power.
With the Sun in Cancer illuminating the Full Moon in Capricorn, this moment is ripe for shining a light on the structures in our life. Are we in alignment with our unique potential, and are we using that as the blueprint for the life we are building around us? For many, it would be wise to assess the truth of what is showing up at this time. Take a moment and reflect on the past 6 months… and even more so on what has been brought to light in the past two weeks. A few ideas to ruminate on…
Make note of any limitations you are facing. including limiting beliefs, lack of resources/support, unavoidable challenges…
Identify what you need to feel deeply nourished. Are you living in a way that allows those needs to be regularly met?
Assess your resources, within and without. Where do you experience abundance, and where are you experiencing lack?
Commit to the things that empower you. Can you find the time to integrate this into your routine?
Release any habitual actions that no longer serve your growth. Notice any habits that may be limiting your progress.
Honor how far you’ve come, and how much you are capable of. Take time to celebrate the journey, not just the destination.
Admit what can no longer take up space in your life, and begin to process what is necessary to let go. Is it time for an upgrade?
What we value holds power in our life. Make sure your values are actually yours, not just a reflection of what you were told they should be. A piece of this moment holds the potential for a power shift. To get to the truth of the situation may require a deep dive into what is rotten, and how we will process and clear this in order to transform with integrity. This part feels a little heavy, and may require a deeper investigation into the areas you have kept hidden from yourself, or have been hidden from you in some way. Have you given your power away or become engaged in a power dynamic… to someone, something, somewhere? this includes the power of what you believe to be true about your own life. It’s time to collect our energy, collectively and personally, to assess the truth of the world we are currently facing. The full moon illuminates the reality of what is being built, the reality of who holds the power, and the opportunity for you to adjust the plans if needed. You are responsible for your energy. how you respond to the events of your life is an opportunity to trust in your intuition, and build a legacy from your most aligned creative expression.
Time is of the essence.
full moon plant medicine for capricorn
Meditate on the image of the flower as a reflective observation of the nature of this plant. As an artist, I have found that truly observing natural forms without assuming I know what I am looking at allows for a deeper connection to the essence of the plant.
Rubus Odorata is a native wildflower that grows under the shaded forest canopy.
Thimbleberry, or Purple-flowered Raspberry, brings us into relationship with the structures in our life that support our souls evolution. It is a reminder to trust in the wildness of your soul. When you build a life in resonance with your unique expression, you are able to integrate what you need to thrive into a practice of discipline and integrity. If your life feels out of alinement, this moment may call for radical change. We cannot control the circumstance, but we can forge a relationship with the mystery of life through the intentions we hold at the core of our being. Reality is shaped from this place. Choose to adapt and transform knowing that any challenge can be met through capable action anchored in self awareness. If we devote our energy to the preparation required to build a legacy, we prepare ourselves not only for the unknown of what will come along our journey in life… but equally for joy that accompanies the unfolding of each moment. We live in a world that celebrates and promotes an ideal of success. Allow this flower to bring you back to your center, knowing that the process of becoming the most radiant you will not look like what you have seen before. Rubus Odorata is a solace for the soul, a place to reflect and summon your most wild self into the folds of each moment.
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