Hello Libra Season
Libra season is here to not only grace us with love and beauty but to help us each cultivate the balance we need to sustain ourselves and our relationships through the "dark" half of the year . Now not all of us are blessed to have Libra in our own charts. BUT it's Libra Season! Libra energy is ABUNDANTLY flowing through the Universe and it’s the perfect time to begin tapping into the super powers of the sign. So let's get started!
Can we admit that the collective has been impatiently awaiting Autumn all year?
Well it's officially upon us! The world feels FULL!
Sweet breezy days, chilly nights, waking to foggy mornings, steaming hot beverage, our gardens near their final harvests and of course THE LEAVES!
The seeds that we have sewn and nurtured through the Spring and Summer season are now being reaped. And now that we have had two seasons to get our fill under the light of the bright sun and warm weather, the cold weather and growing reign of darkness, we begin granting ourselves permission to draw our attention inward. towards are immediate environment and the small charms that delight us in everyday life.
In the cosmos, Venus the planetary goddess of Love, Beauty and Value has once again seated herself upon the cosmic throne. The pull is so strong that we actively feel ourselves drawn to that attractive new stranger or even the more scandalous manifestations of Love, remember that toxic ex? The one you were head over heels for in spite of their shadow side?
The Autumn energy of harmony , balance between day and night + the Venetian motivation in the realms of Love, Beauty and Values = A sign with the ability to create a reality with the Love, Connection and Beauty we all hope to experience in our life times.
Hello Libra Season…the pleasure is ours.
Libra season is here to not only grace us with love and beauty but with the balance each of us needs to sustain ourselves and our relationships through the "dark" half of the year.
Now not all of us are blessed to have Libra in our own charts. BUT it's Libra Season! Libra energy is ABUNDANTLY flowing through the Universe and it’s the perfect time to begin tapping into the super powers of the sign.
So let's get started!
How to Harness Libra Energy
Cultivate Balance
"Balance is not something you find, it’s something you create."
Libra season is marked by the Autumn Equinox, a time of equal day and night. For this reason, Libra sign is the scales, denoting Libra's natural proclivity for Balance.
As we enter the dark park of the year, we are drawn to examine both the Light and Darker aspects within ourselves, and the world around us. We are now reaping what we have sewn. In some areas we may feel overwhelming gratitude and abundance. However, we may also be experiencing the opposite - resentment and lack.
We best work with this Libra energy by finding ways to create not just balance - 50% this and 50% - but more HARMONY. Harmony is an agreement, an arrangement, that creates a pleasing effect.
To begin harnessing Libra energy ask yourself,
Do you feel there are aspects of your life where you feel out of balance? Why?
What changes can you make to create more harmony in your everyday life?
Find What Enriches You
Planet Venus rules over two signs and represents our motivations in the realms Love, Beauty and Values.
In the Fixed Earth Sign of Taurus, Venetian influence motivates us towards pursuit of material possessions and that which brings security surrounding food/water/shelter.
In the case of Cardinal Air Sign Libra, Venus' influence manifests as the discovery and cultivation of that which brings us security in the realms of thoughts and energetic partnerships.
This comes back to finding balance - balance between what enriches the physical realm of earth and the mental realms of Air.
What makes you feel RICH? What makes you feel healthy, wealthy and wise?
Start exploring, envisioning, and constructing an action plan because Libra, as a Cardinal sign, is responsible for setting the intentions of the Autumn season.
The intentions we set now, will create the movement and momentum for what we will receive later in the season.
And remember, it’s the dark half of the year. Make sure those intentions are going to be sustainable through the darkness that lies ahead.
Explore Partnerships
Each astrological sign rules over one of the twelve houses in astrology. Each house is an aspect of our reality where the energy of the sign is most strongly expressed. Libra rules the 7th house - The House of Partnerships. It governs all partnerships, both business and personal, and relationship-associated matters such as contracts, marriage, and business deals.
During Libra season, we are collectively drawn to examine the relationships within our lives. Within each partnerships is reflected both the masculine energy of giving and the divine feminine energy of receiving. Together these forces are CREATION.
To work with Libra energy, start questioning the partnerships you share.
What am I receiving in this relationship?
What am I giving in this relationship?
Is this harmonic?
And how can I cultivate more Harmony in my relationships?
Practice Self Love
Speaking of partnerships, what kind of relationship are you having with yourself?
Libra energy has a very specific lesson - So often when we are seeking love, we tend to look outside of ourselves, when in reality the love that we experience is a direct reflection of the love that we give to ourselves.
This is the reason that it is so crucial for everyone, not just Libra, to cultivate some self love practices.
When we practice self love we understand our worth, we see our potential, we invest in ourselves.
In addition, we are then able to set the energetic standards for what we want and deserve in our other relationships.
Three simple ways to begin cultivating more self love are
Explore your core values. When you know what you stand for, it’s easier to identify your worth because you are literally anchoring that energy onto the planet.
Lean into the partnerships with persons, places, things or ideas that make you feel inspired and empowered.
SET THOSE BOUNDARIES. STOP allowing that which doesn’t align with what you to occupy time and/or space in your life.
Affirmations
Libra is a Cardinal Air Sign. Cardinal signs act as the initiators or intention setters of each season. Air signs rule over the Mind - our thoughts, communication, and perception of time. (See Elemental Witchcraft)
As such, Libra season is the perfect time to examine the way in which think and speak, particularly with our selves because that will inevitably impact our relationships with ourselves and with others.
Are your thoughts more constructive or destructive? How do you communicate with yourself? Is the way you communicate with yourself the way that you would communicate with someone you love?
Once you have explored the way you communicate with yourself, try creating some affirmations that are constructive and align with what you want to call in by working with Libra energy. (Pro-tip: Affirmations work very well for those who have identified "Words of Affirmation" as their primary love language. )
Or you could try working with these Libra affirmations until you get the hang of creating your own.
I am Love, I am Beauty, I am Worthy.
I create harmony in my relationships.
I am free to explore new perspectives and possibilities that enrich my life.
Seek Beauty
Beauty is a natural and treasured part of our human experience. When we find something BEAUTIFUL, we feel joy, delight, wonder….ENCHANTMENT!
However, even mentioning the word “beauty” can be quite polarizing because we are all parts of societies that hold specific ideals as to what warrants the title "Beautiful". And those standards have been weaponized and capitalized upon.
So it’s easy for many people, to associate beauty with negativity, and dismiss it completely as a valuable component to delighting in the lives we live.
However, Libras have a natural strength in understanding that beauty is subjective. Their Venetian influence allows them to SEE beauty in many shapes, forms, and ideas - just as goddesses of beauty have appeared in countless forms across countless cultures.
So your mission, should you choose to accept it, is to simply take the time to appreciate more beauty around you and consciously opening your heart to experience beauty in new ways.
Glamour Darling, Celebrate Your Own Beauty
Not only can we SEEK BEAUTY, we can BE BEAUTY.
When you love yourself, share harmonic relationships, are deeply connected to the enrichment of your life…you want to look as good as you feels.
So a fun and practical ways to tap into the Libra vibe is to upgrade our own beauty routine and wardrobe.
The seasonal change in temperature and humidity are the perfect prompts for a revitalized skin care routine and giving your wardrobe an overhaul. But more than that, it’s an opportunity to explore the beauty of YOU and how you embody that to the world.
Words of Caution
Now it wouldn’t be fair nor accurate to depict only the strengths of Libra without mentioning the other side of that scale.
A few things to be aware of when working with Libra energy,
Thought they may be the sign of the Scales, that doesn’t mean that Libra energy is always balanced. It is common for Libra energy to become either polarizing OR due to seeing the value in multiple perspectives can lead to INDECISION.
A sign motivated by beauty has a tendency to fall for what glitters, but all that glitters is not gold, so be sure that you examine the true nature of what you desire and not just whether it “looks good”.
Libra is motivated by partnerships and thus has a tendency to seek love outside of themselves. However, it’s an unwritten law of the Universe that when you are actively looking for love, you see it in all the places it truly ISN’T, so again make sure you are actively cultivating self love.
So, the Autumn energy of harmony , balance between day and night + the Venetian motivation in the realms of Love, Beauty and Values = A sign with the ability to create a reality with the Love, Connection and Beauty we all hope to experience in our life times.
I say again,
Hello Libra Season…the pleasure is ours.
By tapping into the energy of Libra season , we can each discover our own abilities to intentionally create a reality with the Love, Connection and Beauty we all hope to experience in our life times.
What will you be calling in this Libra season? Let us know over on Instagram! Join the discussion and make sure to follow along on stories where I share my own lessons of the season!
And until next time,
May you live your most enchanting life,
Randi Ruby
Welcome Virgo Season
Welcome Virgo, it’s a pleasure to meet you!
Be ready to audit, edit and strategize - It’s a time for all of us to cross the t’s, dot the i’s, and execute the plans we know will serve us in grounding our dreams into reality. The Mutable Element of Earth + The quick and efficient messenger of the Cosmos, Mercury + The transitional energy of the Earth’s decent into the darker half of the solar year = practical, logical, detail-oriented purists who won’t be detoured from reaching their highest potential.
Not a Virgo? No problem. Let’s explore how each of us can tap into the potent and perfecting power of Virgo regardless of whether we have Virgo placements in our own chart.
Stumbling from the drunken glow of summer, Virgo season has arrived to chaperone us all home.
From August 23th - September 22, Mercury will once again revel in a turn taken upon the cosmic throne. His influence carrying the message that the light part of the year will soon be at an end; To ready ourselves, make plans and be ready to take action.
Here on Earth, we sense to onset of the darker days of the year with small snippets of morning chill and thunder storms whose arrival has begun to chase away the summer's heat.
The Mutable Element of Earth + The quick and efficient messenger of the Cosmos, Mercury + The transitional energy of the Earth’s decent into the darker half of the solar year = practical, logical, detail-oriented purists who won’t be detoured from reaching their highest potential.
Welcome Virgo, it’s a pleasure to meet you!
The reign of the Cosmic secretaries of the Zodiac is upon us! Be ready to audit, edit and strategize - It’s a time for all of us to cross the t’s, dot the i’s, and execute the plans we know will serve us in grounding our dreams into reality.
Not a Virgo? No problem. Let’s explore how each of us can tap into the potent and perfecting power of Virgo regardless of whether we have Virgo placements in our own chart.
How To Align With Virgo Energy
Self Evaluate
Within astrology, each sign is said to be the natural ruler of a particular astrological house.
There are 12 astrological house which signify the area in our lives where a planets' and signs' energy expresses the most; Houses 1-6 are considered the "personal houses" or the realms of our inner world and Houses 7-12 are considered the "social houses" or the realms of our outer world.
So far we have experienced:
The 1st House of Self, Identity and Initiative
The 2nd House of Values, Worth, and Possessions
The 3rd House of Communication, Thought, Environment, and Transportation
The 4th House of Family, Home, Memories, and Foundations.
The 5th House of Self Expression, Creativity, Joy, and Pleasure
Virgo is the natural ruler of The 6th House of Health, Routine and Wellness.
As the last of the personal houses, the 6th houses prompts us to evaluate and audit our foundations so that we may reach our highest potential as individuals (Houses 1-6) but also prepare us to serve in realms outside of ourselves within the larger collective.( Houses 7-10)
Ruled by what is often referred to as "The Maintenance House", Virgos are naturally inclined to analyze how we invest in ourselves, how we spend our time and energy, and how well we feel doing it.
So to channel Virgo energy, self evaluate.
How are you investing in your own health and wellness?
What vision do you hold for your future?
Do your habits and routine support you in your endeavors? How? Why?
Evaluate and edit accordingly.
Pump Those Standards Up
Virgo is known as the sign of the Virgin, "untainted" or "pure." and Virgos are notorious for their almost perfectionist standards.
But there's a reason for that.
Virgo is a transitional sign, it's function is the integration of the lessons we've learned through the spring and summer months and prepare us for the darker, colder months of the year.
For this reason, anything but the best, will simply not do for Virgo.
Virgo's high standards aid us in reaching our potential by cultivating what supports us and eliminating that which limits our ability to reach our highest potential (and survival) through the latter half of the solar cycle.
Virgos KNOW that we receive from the Universe is often a direct reflection of the standards we hold for ourselves and others.
So pump those standards up!
Say what you mean and mean what you say
Virgo's may be an Earth sign, but they are notorious for not being ones to beat around the bush.
Due to the combination of the practical nature of ruling element Earth and the communicative energy of ruling planet Mercury, Virgos have consensually arrived at the conclusion that anything other than concise and honest communication is a waste of both time and energy.
The best way to get what you want, is to ask for it. So Virgo's say what they mean and mean what they say - and not just in words but in their actions.
To harness Virgo energy, ask yourself
How do I communicate to myself, others or the Universe?
Do I say what I mean?
Do I mean what I say?
And then take the practical steps necessary to align yourself accordingly.
Get Organized
Mercury is the cosmic messenger, rules over timing and schedules, and therefore efficiency is of utmost importance to those working with Virgo energy.
The best way to strengthen efficiency? Become organized!
Virgo season happens to also be back to school season, and there is no better time than now to make an investment in your organization.
Think color coding, a planner, a new white board…small things that can help you do the larger everyday tasks in better ways.
Plus the undeniable savings from back to school sales is surely a win for earthly Virgo energy.
Stubbornly Pursue Your Goals
Though their symbol the Virgin is often associated with quiet and submissive characteristics, Virgo energy is anything but acquiescent.
Virgos are practical, logical, and detail-oriented - they've fully analyzed what they want for their lives.
Virgos ALWAYS have a plan and unless a more logical and efficient strategy arises, these purists can not and will not be swayed from their path.
To harness this Virgo superpower
Know what you want
Strategize How To Get There
Do The Work
And stubbornly pursue your goals.
You can't lose if you never give up.
Be Mx. Independent!
As a mutable sign, Virgos are more flexible than fellow Earth signs Taurus (Fixed) or Capricorn (Cardinal). Their ability to bend, lends itself to Virgos most well known quality - Independence.
Independence is defined as “freedom from outside control or dependence upon the authority of another”.
BUT! Cultivating Independence - Virgo Style - is about more than just choosing to go at things alone. (I mean seriously, have you met a Virgo? They are happy to delegate tasks.)
Virgo independence is rooted in their flexibility for not being reliant upon a singular thought, belief, action, person or circumstance in order to achieve their goals.
We can all tap into our own flexibility and Virgo inspired independence by cultivating a “How Can I” mindset in 2 simple steps:
Stop yourself when you find yourself thinking or saying "I can't do x,y,z."
Reframe it as “HOW Can I do x,y,z?”
Developing a “How Can I” mindset releases dependence upon a singular circumstance and allows for multiple pathways to reveal themselves to us, making it more likely that we will achieve and receive our desires.
Words of Caution
Virgo might be the sign of the Virgin, but by no means does that mean Virgo’s are without fault. So for those wishing to wield the power of Virgo, beware of the following shadows that may slither into your midst.
Perfectionists - Virgo's are notorious for their almost perfectionist standards. These high standards help us reach our highest potential, but too much of any one thing is rarely a good thing, and those tapping into the energy of this sun sign may find themselves paralyzed by their own desire for perfection.
It is better to do one thing imperfectly than do nothing perfectly.
Quick to Criticism - This sign will go to great lengths to strategize, present, and execute their visions in fine detail. It is their way of concisely communicate to themselves, others and the Universe what they desire through thoughts, words, AND through actions.
However, Virgo are as equally as efficient at becoming irritable and quick to critique when things don’t go according to their plan.
Self Doubt - Both the shadow qualities of perfectionism and quick to criticism are most often applied to the self. And it is not uncommon for those with Virgo placements to struggle with self doubt in which ever area of reality this sign falls.
To combat self doubt - Embrace the mutable energy of the season by tapping into the energies and lessons of Cardinal Cancer and Fixed Sign Leo.
Practice Self Love
Trust Yourself
Celebrate Your Wins
And there you have it folks!
A concise, strategic plan for cultivating potential - if this post isn’t Virgo energy in itself, I don’t know what is!
I’ll say it again, Welcome Virgo! It’s a pleasure to meet you!
The Mutable Element of Earth + The quick and efficient messenger of the Cosmos, Mercury + The transitional energy of the Earth’s decent into the darker half of the solar year = practical, logical, detail-oriented purists who won’t be detoured from reaching their highest potential.
By tapping into this potent and perfecting energy, each of us can more efficiently invest our time, energy, and money to effectively ground and dreams into reality. And move beyond the self so that we may serve others now and in the future
So are you ready to audit, edit and strategize? Have you crossed the T’s and dotted the i’s? Are you executing on the plans you KNOW will serve in grounding your dreams into reality?
Let me know over on Instagram!
And always remember, you can’t lose if you never give up!
Go get those dreams darling!
Live Magic,
Randi Ruby
P.S. This post is dedicated to the Virgos who have blessed my life with their golden touch. Your influence has inspired me to a version of self I would not or could not have envisioned for myself had it not been for the Midas moment of our meetings.
In spirit may we enjoy the never ending pursuit of our own perfection. Blessed Be.
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An Enchanting Vacation Continued…
Don’t you just love the episodes that pick up directly where the last left off?
Well to recap - For a week our family was swept away on a week’s long vacation and I now living a life that is beyond younger me’s wildest dreams, and by extension and intension, our children are experiencing more of the world than I ever did; more than WE ever did.
Come along with us in Part 2 of Our Enchanting Vacation.
Don’t you just love the episodes that pick up directly where the last left off?
Well to recap, we are in the middle of an epic journey - the most expansive experience of my life in fact. So far we’ve traveled to:
The Desert Metro of Salt Lake City, Utah where we attended a the Blackout Tour back
Across nearly the entire bottom portion of Idaho visiting the Idaho treasure which is Shoshone Falls eventually coming to stay in our first AirBNB in Nampa, Id.
The heart of Oregon, Bend.
(Make sure you go back to read Part 1!)
Now if you are thinking of visiting Oregon, know that the East half looks nothing like what you imagine, that traditional “Pacific Northwest” climate and terrain doesn’t really happen until you get about half way through the state.
So THIS is when the trip gets EPIC - waterfalls, the ocean, and flowers EVERYWHERE!
And the best part for us? Our wonderful family who were able to meet in this paradise to create lifelong memories together.
Enchanting Experiences
Silverton, Oregon - If cottage core were to have an epicenter, it could arguably be Silverton, Oregon. All the houses are Cottage, Craftsman, and Victorian style - everyone is a different color, and almost all have extensive gardens bursting with flowers.
This place is particularly special to me because as we casually cruised the streets taking in the sights, we passed something that made Andy immediately flip the car around just to go back for a second look. A sign reading “45th Parallel”.
…
When I was a kid, when my family would travel between our home in Challis, along the river road to Salmon, Idaho. Along our way, we would pass the 45th Parallel, and every.single.time. my mama would call it out and honk the car horn.
Years later, as I would drive to my then home in Moscow, Idaho - I would take an entirely different route but would pass that sign…and I would honk.
And now it’s here. In this place. It’s like my realities have been pinched together and touching, sewn together by a common thread.
Just MAGIC.
We pulled over, took this picture, and honked as we passed by it on our way back to the farm.
Buena Vista Lavendar Farm - Where do I even begin other than to say that THIS place is the most beautiful piece of property, I have ever set foot on.
To wake here, walk the beautiful grounds, watch the sunrises and sunsets, to experience the treasured memories being created, all made possible with the generous invitation of our family…truly what a blessing.
It feels just like Lavender smells here, soft and forcibly peaceful as if the land and the flowers command it.
A charming pond, sweet farm animals and of course rows and rows of Lavender - I cannot recommend enough that you have this experience for yourself - and you can! If you live in the area or are feeling inspired to travel through the cottage core haven around Silverton, you can book one of three airbnbs!
Silver Falls State Park - No amount of pictures, Reels or Tiktoks could have prepared me for the magnitude of the wonder I would feel in this place.
This was truly an awe-inspiring experience, one my teenage son tried to skip out on BTW, but WOW! was he glad I made him go on this adventure with us.
Silver Falls State Park is considered the crown jewel of all the state parks in Oregon and for good reason. Not only is it the largest state park with over 9,000 acres, but boats more than 24 miles of walking trails, 14 miles of horse trails and 4 miles of bike paths BUT the area is absolutely STUNNING!
Considered a ‘Warm Mediterranean” climate, it felt like we were stepping into a completely different world - to be honest it felt like we were walking through Jurassic Park.
And standing behind the waterfalls…so powerful, so surreal, just an INCREDIBLE experience.
We hiked nearly 4 miles through 2 trail loops - the kids did great! And afterwards, we enjoyed a meal at South Falls Cafe where we watched a brave chipmunk sneak around looking for snacky snacks.
WHAT.AN.ADVENTURE!
Newport, Oregon - There is a part of the story within the Lord of the Rings in which Gandalf the White is delivering messages to the Three Hunters from Galadriel. The message she gives Legolas,
“Legolas Greenleaf long under tree
In joy thou hast lived. Beware of the Sea!
If thou hearest the cry of the gull on the shore,
Thy heart shall then rest in the forest no more.”
When I am near the ocean, that is how I feel.
As someone who has resided in a land locked state for the entirety of my life, the Ocean is one of the most enchanting forces on this planet.
The sound, the smell, the way the sand moves under your feet…and there are tiny natural treasure everywhere! It’s just AWE inspiring, I love it. Andy loves it! (He is a former Portlandian of 6 years) And we want that experience for our children as often as we are able to gift it to them.
So we planned a day’s excursion to Newport where we visited the beach, the Tide pools, and the Oregon Coast Aquarium!
East Oregon Aquarium - Now if you are new here, you may not know that I’m weirdly afraid of fish. I know consciously that they probably won’t hurt me, but the Fear is still there, so I was a bit nervous for this experience BUT have to do it for the kids.
And it was AWESOME!
Walking through the Shark and Ray tunnel was one of the most surreal experiences, we stood inside for a solid 30 minutes before moving on to the next exhibits.
We were mesmerized watching the seals glide through the water, delighted by the Puffins in the aviary section and enthralled watching the octopus climb along the glass.
The kids by far enjoyed the touch tanks the most where they were able touch various sea creatures like Star Fish, Sea Cuumbers, and Urchins! Mesmerized watching the seals glide through the water and delighted by the Puffins in the aviary section.
We all agree that Oregon Coast Aquarium is a 10/10 Must Visit Destination!
The Gardens
Having recently began our own flower farming journey, it was an absolute dream to visit another farm. Seeing someone succeed at your dream, experiencing it in person, granted me such a greater appreciation for my own journey, excited me for the future and rooted me into the reality of what is truly possible for us. And I have a wonderful family to guide me along my way.
Daisies! Daisies everywhere! Here in Idaho, our summer drives are full of the bright faces of sunflowers smiling at us from the roadside. In oregon, it’s daisies! Giant avalanching mounds spilled across the landscape. They kept our hearts smiling through the long miles in the car as we traveled through the state.
What in the Foxglove is going on?! Again, where I am from Foxglove - Digitalis - is something we intentionally purchase and plant. In Oregon, it’s considered a weed. WHAT?! Yes they are a bit poisonous but…I mean what’s life without a little danger? Not nearly as beautiful as it is with them in it.
Reading + Watching + Loving
Andy is an avid Fantasy reader, even if he falls asleep watching a movie, he’ll still get up and read a few pages before going back to sleep for the night. Right now, he’s reading Destiny: Child of the Sky by Elizabeth Haydon, the 3rd of the Symphony of Ages series.
FIN! All our kids have been stuffie kids but Xander hasn’t had that ONE until now. While visiting the East Oregon Aquarium, we stopped in the gift shop and found the CUTEST stuffie shark. Xander has not let him out of his sight.
“Fidget pack” - We knew going in that we were in for a looooong drive, so in preparation to the trip we made sure to pack Liam’s black fanny pack with various fidget toys to give the kids a place to focus those wiggles. And it worked like a charm!
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Ahoy Cancer Season
Ahoy Cancer Season! The cardinal Water element + intuitive, motherly energy of the Moon + the Summer's energy of shining our light and living to the fullest = An emotionally packed POWERHOUSE of a sign that is ready to CRUSH their goals and create a legacy! Regardless of whether Cancer has a placement within your own birth chart, let’s explore how we can align with the goal crushing energy of Cancer Season!
Here on Earth, Summer has officially begun. The sun has risen to it's peak and with it the grass, flowers, and trees are ripe with life and vibrant color. However, the warm nights and sweltering hot days inspire us to leave green shores for the comfort of cool blue waters.
We splash, we play, and enjoy the light of the sun's rays dapple dancing along the shores. And somewhere along the way, we feel ourselves being called forth by the Water’s rhythmic sounds to reflect, to feel and to dive below the "truth" we see on the surface.
Within the Cosmos, the Moon now takes her place upon the Cosmic throne. From June 21st - July 22nd, the influence of the Moon beckons us to embrace the powers of our subconscious, to let our emotions flow and to embrace our inner knowing.
The cardinal Water element + intuitive, motherly energy of the Moon + the Summer's energy of shining our light and living to the fullest = An emotionally packed POWERHOUSE of a sign that is ready to CRUSH their goals and create a legacy!
Ahoy! It's Cancer Season!
Now if you weren’t blessed to be born under the sign of the crab, let your worries slip away, for we can all harness the power of Cancer season regardless of whether Cancer has a placement within your own birth chart.
Harnessing the Power of Cancer Season
Honor Your "Home"
Within astrology, each sign is said to be the natural ruler of a particular astrological house. According to Nina Kahn, Astrology For Life, "while signs represent how a planet's energy is expressed, houses dictate where in our lives the planets' and signs' energy expresses the most.
So far we have experienced:
1st House of Self- Personality- Identity - Initiative ruled by Aries
2nd House of Values - Worth - Money - Possessions ruled by Taurus
3rd House of Communication - Thinking - Environment - Transportation ruled by Gemini
Now as we enter Cancer season, we may feel ourselves pulled to honor the 4th house of Family - Home- Memories - Foundations.
The fourth house represents our "home", Not just the both the material but the emotional security that allows us to be our full selves. As such Family, whether born or created, plays a significant role in the life of any Cancer.
In addition, the 4th house rules over our memories and foundations, and therefore Cancer can be heavily influenced by the thoughts, beliefs and actions that have been established through their own adolescence.
We can tap into Cancer energy by bringing awareness to what makes us feel "at home". Is it a place? A person/peoples? And what can you do to cultivate both the physical spaces and the relationships in which we feel safe, secure, and free to express our full selves?
Embrace Your Rhythms
"Everything Flows, out and in. All things rise and fall. The pendulum swing manifests in everything; the measure of the swing to the right is the measure of the swing to the left" - The Universal Law of Rhythm.
That which is true with the Universe, is true with the self.
Each of us has rhythms…a never ending cycle of birth, growth, and death. This is true of our energy, our experiences, the chapters within our lives - all that we are contains and is based in rhythms.
Now because Cancer is ruled by the Moon, the astrological body most associated with rhythms and phases, Cancer has the natural ability to embrace the patterns within themselves. This gives Cancer an edge over those who may not know not to swim against the tide. Cancer knows to wait patiently to be carried towards what they desire.
You can harness Cancer energy by
Becoming aware of your own energetic patterns.
Consciously working with practices, such as Moon Magic, that align yourself with a natural rhythm.
Swim the Depths of Your Emotion
“The ocean is full of treasure for those willing to swim the depths.”
Within the realms of mysticism, Water is the element which represents our emotion.
Cancer's are regarded as the most emotionally intelligent of all the signs. Not afraid to wade, or swim, through the currant of their emotions.
Not only does this create better understanding of ourselves but allows us to connect with others on a deeper level.
In addition, their proclivity for emotion makes Cancer a powerful energy to tap into when practicing the magic of Manifestation. What we choose to manifest is based largely in how we believe we will feel once we receive what we desire. i.e. It's not the new car we want, it's the FEELING of security of a car that won't break down, it's the FEELING of freedom as we cruise down the road, it may even be the FEELINGS of satisfaction and success that we picture ourselves experiences when we pull up next to someone who thought we would never make it.
To harness Cancer energy - FEEL.
When we allow ourselves to acknowledge and experience our emotions rather than pushing them away or entrapping them in trunk and casting it to the depths of our subconscious, we empower ourselves to work with the currant of those emotions to bring us closer to what we desire.
Know Where Your Loyalties Lie
One thing which never shifts for a Cancer - Loyalty. Once someone or something makes their way past the external shell and snapping claws, they’ll be treasured by that Cancer forever.
Loyalty is defined as “strong support or allegiance”. Most often we see loyalty associated with another, but we can be loyal to a myriad of things - oneself, an ideal, a goal, a community, an organization and yes of course to our loved ones.
To align with Cancer energy, we simply need to not be wishy-washy about our loyalties. Know what and with whom our loyalties lie, and then stand in our loyalties through both our intentions and actions.
Practice Self Love
The moon, Cancer's ruling Planet, is seen as the Mother of our cosmic reality. Like it's ruling planet, Cancer energy is nurturing, kind, and compassionate to their beloveds.
We can tap into Cancer energy by applying the same kindness and compassion that we would apply to others, towards ourselves. Simply put we can align ourselves with Cancer energy by practicing Self Love.
Now, I realize that Self Love has become a buzz term but it’s so much more than those times that you “Treat Your Self.”
Self Love is the prioritization of one’s own health, well-being and happiness.
By practicing self love, we claim back our power. We gain the ability to see one’s self as someone worthy of receiving love, kindness, and compassion; That we are worthy of our own patience, understanding and forgiveness. And lastly, Self Love helps us witness our own growth and potential. Making it easier to invest in ourselves and by doing so make us more capable of investing in the world around us.
Trust Your Intuition
“The intuitive mind is a sacred gift, and the rational mind is a faithful servant. We have created a society that honors the servant and has forgotten the gift.” - Albert Einstein
Each of us has an inner knowing. An ability to suss out the truth of situation or take the path which is aligned to us, even if our logic says otherwise. This is the gift of Intuition. Often considered the 6th sense, intuition is often undervalued because unlike the other 5 sense, Intuition can not be quantified by material means.
How does it work?
Hypothetically Intuition may be a form of communication of the unconscious mind; a compilation of our higher brain function that allows us to examine patterns so quickly that we are not consciously aware of the signals are body is reading and therefor can not apply logic resulting in a simple “knowing”.
Another theory is that the intuition are nudges from a higher power, or purpose. Of course this involves an element of the supernatural, so in some practices, Intuition is considered a magic.
Trusting our intuition leads to greater levels of satisfaction in one’s life because regardless of how you believe it to work, Intuition helps us create a life that reflects ALL of ourselves, not just certain pieces.
Cancer energy is naturally Intuitive. As an emotional sign and one ruled by the Moon, Cancer’s spend a great deal of time reflecting upon themselves and their own feelings. This makes it easier for those with this sign to trust their own “gut feelings” about what will be best for themselves.
To harness Cancer energy, trust your intuition.
No one knows you better than you know yourself, which means no one can create a life that best reflects your dreams and desires more than yourself.
Trust those nudges, trust your intuition.
Say No
Cancer's are notorious for their thick armor and snapping pinchers ready to defend themselves against what may be a potential threat. And as frustrating as it can seem to those not of this star sign, it's actually a natural blessing in disguise.
Cancer's know how to say NO. To stand their ground, not back down, and be ready to defend what they believe to be in their best interests.
We can each harness Cancer energy by again tapping into that intuition and saying NO to anything that feels out of alignment with our higher selves and/or our purpose.
Legacy
Before the development of the Gregorian Calendar, the people’s of this Earth worked with the moon to measure the passing time. The makes the Moon the original Time keeper. Combine the Moon’s influence with Cancer's natural reign of the 4th house, and you’ll be called forth to answer the question,
What is your legacy?
Pondering this question is the first step to consciously creating the legacy we wish to leave when our time in this incarnation is up.
To align with Cancer energy, answer the questions,
If I am to stay on my current path, what do I believe my legacy would be at this moment?
Is this the contribution I want to make to this world? To be remembered for?
Where can I shift to flow more naturally to the legacy I desire?
Words of Caution
Like all signs, Cancer too has shadow qualities to watch our for when working with the energy of this sign.
Cancer is the sign of the Crab, so it should come as no surprise that Cancer’s are infamous for their moodiness, and often “crabbiness”.
As a water sign, Cancer is a very emotional sign. Be cautious when working with this energy so that you will not be overwhelmed by the emotions that may come up. Think dipping toes in the water and wading rather than doing a cannon ball.
Allow yourself time to feel, reflect and process what you discover in the depths, before moving on.
Cancer’s are Intuitive signs, expect criticism from those around you who operate from a place of logic.
So, what do you get when you add the cardinal Water element + intuitive, motherly energy of the Moon + Summer's energy of shining our light and living to the fullest = An emotionally packed POWERHOUSE of a sign that is ready to CRUSH their goals and create a legacy!
Ahoy! It's Cancer Season!
Regardless of whether you have Cancer in your own birth chart, by setting the intention and choosing to act upon some of these aligning strategies, we can all harness the goal crushing energy of Cancer Season.
Are you feeling aligned with Cancer energy yet?
Need more inspiration?
Come follow me on Instagram where I am sharing my own Cancer aligning practices on stories all Cancer season!
And until next time,
MAY YOU LIVE MAGIC,
Randi Ruby
An Enchanting Life…
As I am typing this out, I am in disbelief that we are already 6 months deep into 2024! I constantly find myself questioning “What year is it?!” with our family and friends because this past year (past few really) has gone by in a blur.
Time flies when having fun but does time even exist when you're living your dreams? It doesn’t feel like it because if time exists, where has it gone?!
As I am typing this out, I am in disbelief that we are already 6 months deep into 2024! I constantly find myself questioning “What year is it?!” with our family and friends because this past year (past few really) has gone by in a blur.
Time flies when having fun but does time even exist when you're living your dreams? Doens’t feel like it because if time exists, where has it gone?!
But let’s take it back a bit.
Each year as people around the world are setting into their new selves for the new year, our family is focusing our energy to honoring the Spirit of the Winter Season by resting our bodies and reflecting on the lessons and experiences from the past year. It’s an opportunity to bring awareness to where we experienced our most enchanting moments, and dream up new possibilities be charmed by life in the future.
As always - Joy, Love, Beauty, Wonder and Magic - were the qualities that took center stage when deciding the theme for our next Act.
We set those intentions, took action, and embodied those qualities as often as possible and the results - ENCHANTING!
Enchantments we’ve experienced these past few months
Right after the new year, we were able to attend our FIRST hockey game. Having grown up on the Mighty Ducks, this was a dream come true! The speed, the skills, and just the entire atmosphere was amazing! The kids were completely enthralled! And what’s more Idaho than cheering on The Spudkings?! Already excited to attend our next game this next Winter Season.
Andy is a manifesting KING and through a drawing with our local radio station - SHOUT OUT to Idaho’s only real rock station KBEAR 101! - he won tickets for us to see the one and only Dethklok in concert! Such a surreal experience having been a fan of Metalocalypse for over a decade. Incredible Talent! Awesome experience!
Each year, our family supports our local semi-pro team with a visit to the ballpark. This year we planned our visit as a pre-emptive kickoff to Summer, (or the “Season of Dreams” for our family…because it really be like that for us and we are cheesy.) We were originally concerned with the early date that we may get rained out but, with luck, we were provided a beautiful Spring evening, perfect weather, and seats right behind home plate.
Completing our Bedroom - We knew going into our remodel to expect things to take more t.ime than we anticipated, but we didn’t expect 18 months later to still be putting the house back together. HOWEVER, we did it! New everything from carpet, to paint, to the beddings, and this DOPE sunburst headboard I picked up from Facebook Marketplace for just $25! We still have art to for the walls and an amazing set of curtains to tie it all together, so stay tuned for a break down of our Celestial Bedroom Makeover once everything is COMPLETE COMPLETE.
The Gardens
Starting our Flower Farm - Since I was a teenager, my dream career has been to grow and share flowers with the world. My family, especially my daughter and I, constantly talk about our future family business together. (We have an entire pinterest board of inspo!) And instead of accepting the reasons we could NOT start, we began asking ourselves HOW we could. Did the research. Made a plan. Took action. And together we have grown that dream into reality! And thus, Gothic Gardens has come to be.
We installed a large flower bed 53’X2.5’ and began planting aver 30 new varieties of flowers between it and our existing flowerbeds.
RIP Yarrow - both red and purple varieties. In spite of being established members of our flower community, they did not survive this past Winter. Aaaand we’re going to turn this frown upside down by planting some Snapdragons and Calendula on their graves.
Our poppies have been the first of our perennials to bloom putting on a spectacular display - 73 Blooms and counting!
Reading + Watching + Loving
“Everything is Figureoutable” by Marie Foleo - Since 2018 I have been planted firmly into the realm of personal development. Loaded with relatable stories and practical actions steps, this book has something to offer anyone looking to be more productive, successful and happy. Highly Recommend!
“Floret Farm’s Cut Flower Garden” by Erin Benzakein with Julie Chai - As an aspiring floriculturist, I absolutely devoured this book. Educational! Empowering! And the illustrations are absolutely stunning.
The Three Body Problem - As someone who has been genuinely curious about the workings of the Universe, this show has blown my mind. I can only imagine what is in the books! Thought provoking, perspective shaking, and incredible imagery. (Netflix)
Rebel Moon - This might just be the next “epic” movie series taking on the likes of Star Wars and LOTR. Zach Snyder and team have done amazing job building a world that incorporates all the things we love from both the Sci- Fi and Fantasy genres. Definitely a must watch even to just glimpse the best griffon to ever grace a television screen. (Netflix)
The Dirt on Flowers Podcast - It feels as if Shannon and Lindsey, the hosts of TDOF, have become members of our family who come over for coffee every Friday morning. Fun, Relatable and planted full of valuable information - listening to their experience has taught me more about the Flower Farming industry than years of working in the green industry.
I’m in my long skirt era, so in preparation to the summer season and approaching vaca, I purchased this dark pink renaissance skirt! This skirt paired with a simply black crop is A VIBE!
Libra season is here to not only grace us with love and beauty but to help us each cultivate the balance we need to sustain ourselves and our relationships through the "dark" half of the year . Now not all of us are blessed to have Libra in our own charts. BUT it's Libra Season! Libra energy is ABUNDANTLY flowing through the Universe and it’s the perfect time to begin tapping into the super powers of the sign. So let's get started!