The new moon phase represents a time for new seeds to be planted, a time to create new beginnings and new goals. It is also a time when we may be asked by the Universe to shift course, change directions or reset intentions. The Virgo new Moon occurred on Sunday, August 28th 2011 at 8:04pm Pacific/ 9:04pm Mountain/ 10:04pm Central/ 11:04pm Eastern. Healthy attitudes and routines are emphasized under this new moon. It is a great time to create a brand new routine for yourself, a routine that supports your overall wellbeing. This month we are invited to focus on healthy habits, work and service, and the practical aspects of your life such as our ability to function efficiently on a daily basis. This is also a great time to stop procrastinating, and create positive action steps towards goals that are in alignment with our heart and spirit. In other words, don’t make yourself do something that doesn’t feel right. We procrastinate when our heart is simply not in it, or when we let the voice of perfectionism come into the foreground of our consciousness.
Virgo energy at its best is humble, discriminating, serving, and practical and at its worst it is highly critical, worrisome, perfectionistic, self-denying and obsessive-compulsive. When we strive to be perfect we let go of happiness. We allow ourselves to compare the beauty and uniqueness of our spirit with that of others or an impossible ideal of what we think we should be. A bamboo tree is just as beautiful as an oak tree; it is diversity that creates beauty. A whole lifetime can be wasted in waiting for the perfect moment, the perfect day, and the perfect someone. Your life is right now. Not tomorrow. Not when you win the lottery or get married or divorced. Your life is right now, and each breath brings the opportunity to make today the best day yet.
This new moon also highlights the opportunity to get organized and de-clutter our minds and hearts and perhaps even our homes of all that no longer serves the highest vision of who we now choose to be. In the true spirit of Virgo energy, donate clothing, books, furniture etc. you haven’t used in the last 6 to 12 months or you simply don’t like to a local Goodwill or homeless shelter. This new moon invites us to be of service to the greater community and share your resources, time and energy with those who may benefit from your love and light.
Today the new moon trines Pluto in Capricorn, creating a lovely grand Earth trine with Venus and Jupiter, thus creating a highly grounded and practical setting for our new moon goals and intentions. Take advantage of this grounding energy and plant long-term goals and seeds that reflect dependability, consistency, routine and structure to help maintain your goals. Jupiter goes retrograde this week, bringing an inner focus to our sense of expansion, growth and prosperity.
New moon influences for each Zodiac Sign:
ARIES (Mar. 20 – Apr. 18) This is a wonderful time to focus on your daily habits and routines, to see what works and what doesn’t. It is also a great time to look for new job opportunities and start a new diet or exercise routine.
TAURUS (Apr. 19 – May 19) Explore your creative self-expression, get a new hobby and do what you love. Take a dance or cooking class, do something just for the fun of it…Play!
GEMINI (May 20 – Jun. 20). Spend time with your family and explore intimate ties. Develop a sense of belonging and increase emotional security by nurturing yourself and rediscover what makes you feel secure in life.
CANCER (Jun 21– Jul. 21). Special attention to brothers, sisters and close relatives. Perhaps write an email or letter saying what you need to say from the heart, and don't be overly critical. Also, great time to learn something new and share what you have learn with a loved one.
LEO (Jul. 22 – Aug. 21) Finances and personal resources are highlighted with this new moon. Create new financial goals and explore new attitudes towards possessions and inner wealth.
VIRGO (Aug. 22 – Sep. 21) Time to re-create yourself! Express yourself and present yourself in brand new ways. Let people see you for who you really are now not who you use to be.
LIBRA (Sep. 22 – Oct. 22) Free yourself from past-restrictions, unresolved issues and unfinished business. Face the ghosts from your past, and emerge into a new sense of self.
SCORPIO (Oct. 23 – Nov. 21) Expand your circle of friends. Get involved in group activities that you are passionate about. Explore your hopes, wishes and dreams.
SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22 – Dec. 20) This new moon highlights your professional life. Focus on career, reputation and public life. You want the job of your dreams? Make it happen!
CAPRICORN (Dec. 21 – Jan. 19) What are you here to do dear Capricorn? What is the purpose of your life? It is time to search for a higher meaning, to explore new horizons and perhaps plan a wonderful vacation with that special someone or even better go on a spiritual quest to find your inner soulmate!
AQUARIUS (Jan. 20 – Feb. 17) Inner transformation is possible as you explore your intuition and acknowledge your attitudes towards growth and change. Liberate yourself by letting go of what no longer serves you.
PISCES (Feb. 18 – Mar. 19) Partnerships and one-on-one relationships are highlighted. What you seek in others and how others see you is a projection of how you feel about you. True love may come your way as you realize you are your own best friend.
Some sensitive points on our astrological charts with this lunation are: 5 degrees 27 minutes Mutable. If you would like to explore the meaning of this lunation more deeply, and see what areas of your life are specifically highlighted according to your astrological (natal) chart, please visit my website at http://www.anamariapineda.com to schedule a private reading (available in-person/phone/email/Skype).
Many Blessings,
Ana Maria
©2011-2012 Ana Maria Pineda. All rights reserved.
New Moon Exercise:
What you’ll need for this exercise:Paper
Pen/Pencil/CrayonQuiet and private space for contemplation
Exercise:
Answer the following to yourself.
1. How do I deal with criticism from others?
2. How do I deal with criticism from myself?
3. What if this moment was perfect just as it is? What if I was perfect just as I am? What if everyone around me was perfect just as they are? What would change in my behavior/thoughts/words towards myself? Towards others?
4. What if my life was perfect just as it is? What would change in my behavior/thoughts/words towards myself and others?
5. What if just for today I would have no complaints? Make it your goal for the remainder of the day to not complaint, not judge or criticize…make it a point to accept life as it is right now, and make the best from where you are. Practice gratitude, humility and service.
About Ana Maria: Ana Maria is a natural born intuitive. She is an Angel Therapy Practitioner certified by Dr. Doreen Virtue, Akashic Records Consultant, Astrologer, Registered Yoga Teacher, Law of Attraction Coach, Past Life Regression Facilitator, Reiki Master and Meditation Teacher for over 10 years. She uses a combination of all her gifts, skills and knowledge in her practice. She provides workshops, classes and private consultations throughout Florida and the United States. For more information about her work please visit her website at http://www.AnaMariaPineda.com ©2011-2012 Ana Maria Pineda. All rights reserved.
