New Moons, Popcorn Kernels, & Continuing the Pursuit

This past Monday, after the sun dipped behind the horizon and night began to fall, I celebrated the New Moon. Each month, I set aside an hour or two for personal reflection and take time to be present with my intentions for the coming weeks.

This time, I invited a few of my more mindful friends to come over and enjoy the space with me. I lit every candle in the room until my home glowed and flickered, the amber flames patterned up the walls, the tile floor and windows reflecting all the dancing light.

Then, sitting on colorful, cushy floor pillows or piled on my couch, we each took our own time for private journaling, sharing crystals and readings and stories while munching on popcorn and petting my ever-curious cat.

I tend to pay attention to the New and Full Moons each month, resonating with the specific moon energy that might signal aspects of my life I could improve in some way.

This past New Moon fell in Virgo and aims to inspire more focus on the intricate details of our life. This means we may need to get organized or restructure certain habits or daily routines. Most of us have goals, but in life’s constant ebb and flow, it’s important to check in with how we are doing in the pursuit of our goals, and if we need an adjustment in our day-to-day attempts to reach them.