Lunar Musings…Wolf Full Moon 13th Jan 22:26 (GMT)
This moon cycle is associated with a deep sense of yearning coupled with inner strength. It’s a gentle wake up call for the soul as we enter the new year. 2025, the year of the wood snake in the Chinese zodiac which is associated with one of the 5 elements: wood, fire, earth, metal and water. Predicted to be a good year for career opportunities and personal growth, the wood snake suggests a period of expansion, creativity and mindful advancement. I’m certainly feeling this…the latter that is.
The WOLF full moon, appears in intuitive Cancer, shining a light on your emotional health. In short it’s going to be packing a punch. Cancer being a water sign is all about the emotions…pair this with how the moon heightens moods and emotions AND if that wasn’t enough, this full moon takes place near Mars, the planet often associated with anger, which incidentally is also in retrograde. Yikes! This may make it a challenge for those who are trying to stay calm and keep life flowing smoothly, but if you are wanting to move on from the past, this lunation can really help.
This Full moon is also harmonising with Neptune, the planet of dreams and poetry. If you are feeling extra feisty with rage and anger, which may resurface past feelings and disagreements, the best thing you can do is lean into those feelings, sit with them, honour them and give yourself some space to FEEL them and LET THEM GO. If you find this too overwhelming you can choose to tune of out Mar’s fire and into Neptunian calm using spiritual practice such as meditation, yoga, chanting, breath work or any mindful activity that works for you, allowing you to work through these emotions.
Even when our emotions are heightened, we are accountable for them and ultimately we choose how we respond. A hard pill to swallow I know, when we want to blame every man and his dog. How often have you blamed the moon for something! Though to be honest, any one who has worked a night shift in a hospital at full moon will know how lunar energy can influence even the sanest of people! Yes, it can be difficult particularly when we feel like the universe is prodding and provoking us…but its not impossible…in fact its very possible. Remember, no matter how hard it may seem, there is rarely a good time to resist your feelings as when we suppress them, they just find another, often physical, way to express themselves…as I recently experienced.
How can you honour your feelings during this full moon.?
One of the best ways to to connect with what you need to release is to answer these questions. I would suggest writing them down and answering them in your journal. Or sit in quiet contemplation as you respond to each and allow your thoughts and feelings to arise.
What upset /disharmony or anger do I need to release from 2024?
What will happen if I stay angry or upset about this?
What would my life look like if I could release this?
Once you have done this I would suggest shifting that energy by moving the body in any way that feels appropriate for you, doing some breath work (just 3 deeps breaths will work) or doing something loving like a long soak in an aromatherapy bath. Additionally you could repeat some affirmations..here are a few to chose from:
I release all negative energy and welcome healing into my life
With each breath, I let go of the past and embrace a future filled with positivity
I forgive myself and others, freeing myself from the weight of grudges and resentment
I am grateful for all the blessings in my life
FInal Notę:
On those days you feel troubled or alone
“…. remember we are under the same sky, looking at the same moon”
Maxine Lee
Much Love
Kerryx