Hi All,

The artist this week is Tschabalala Self.  “Self builds a singular style from the syncretic use of painting, printmaking and sculpture to explore ideas surrounding figuration. She constructs depictions of predominantly women using a combination of sewn, printed, and painted materials, traversing different artistic and craft traditions. The formal and conceptual aspects of Self’s work seek to expand her critical inquiry into selfhood and human flourishing.”

Your pondering: I highlighted above Self’s work about people in her local grocery store, because this is a place most of us inhabit in our local environment.  But do we notice the people in it?  This is a place where humans gather regularly but often a familiar place where we do not engage with others, even though they are likely from our neighborhood.  So, your pondering or homework is to work on smiling at your fellow shopper, seeing their humanity, notice and nod to each other’s souls.

Solar System highlight for the next two weeks

We have a new moon in Libra on October 10th.  What do you need to bring more beauty and harmony in your life?

 

EXTRA

*If you want a more in-depth look into the planets and tarot elements and how they affect you, you can get those with the yearly AstroTarot reading or if you sign up for your personalized monthly New Moon readings.  Libra this is a perfect time to get that Astrological Tarot Reading for your coming year.  And Taurus, it is your halfway mark for your birth year, so if you need a Planetary Reading for a check-in, now is the time.

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May light be on you, around you, and within you.

Nina Fox-B

**Reading from The Chinese Five Elements Oracle by Vicki Iskandar.

 

Aries

Fire Horse – This is a message from the muses that you are being noticed for what you uniquely bringing to the table.  The key to using this energy is focusing your fire on what truly inspires you.  Your exuberance will ignite others to collaborate with you or inspiring them to move forward on their own paths.  These two weeks allow your inner self to shine forth, so what warms your heart will also keep your inner fire burning.

 

Taurus

Metal Ox – The Muses would like you to dive deep into the power of love.  Love in any form carries one of the highest frequencies to heal and connect with our inner joy and thus be able to spread the love.  In the coming weeks, make opportunities to express the love you have for those around you and Mother Earth. However, the challenge to this energy is also looking into the mirror and honoring the beauty you see there.

 

Gemini

Metal Sheep – The Muse of Clarity is your companion for the coming weeks.  This muse shows up when you need to step back and do some more planning and clarification before you move to the next step. The challenge is letting go of your judgments and assumptions, so you can see reality and possible better outcomes or pathways to utilize.

 

Cancerian

Fire Dog– The Muse of Boundaries is your partner for the coming weeks.  They recommend that you let your energy level be your guide to whether you should expand or retract your boundaries. The key is more awareness in energy modulation so that you rest before exhaustion and expand before boredom.

 

Leo 

Water Pig – The Muse of Shadow Work would like you to take a deep dive into what stops you from being in the flow.  What fears, insecurities, doubts block you from being in your life?  This isn’t about control or fixing them this is about acknowledging them and letting go.  So during these next two week, practice giving up trying to control everything so when the flow begins you can jump in.

 

Virgo 

Water Monkey – The Muse of Uncertainty comes when opportunities are in the works but for now you must deal with ambiguity. And this vagueness can feel scary. However, this muse recommends that a good use of your energy during these next two weeks is to imagine all the positive possibilities that could be on the horizon.  So, you will be ready to jump into abundance when it comes.

 

 

Libra  

Earth Sheep – The Muse of Peace is your companion for the coming weeks.  She recommends allowing your senses to return to the present, treat your body as a sanctuary, sit in silence, indulge in the delights of this season.  Use this time to reconnect with your core, practice mindfulness in motion and nature.

 

Scorpio

Wood Snake – The Muse of Patience is your guide for the coming weeks.  This muse comes when you need to strategize and observe before engaging in scenarios. This time is about gathering your strength, resources and intel so you can strike when the time is right.  The key is to stay curious and open for new pathways and possibilities. The outer world is in flux, so be like a snake coil up, wait and strike when the moment is right.

 

Sagittarius

Wood Tiger – Now is the time for growth and expansion.  So, the Muse of Powerful Beginnings is your companion for the coming weeks. She challenges you to plant seeds that not only make you grow and expand but also help your community.  The key is to be proactive, broader and bolder in your endeavors.  It is time to take the initiative.

 

Capricorn

Metal Rat – The Muse of the Underside is your guide for the coming weeks.  She often shows up when things are not exactly what they seem. Reality is shifting, maybe from your own filters but more likely someone else’s.  She recommends spending the time turning over some rocks and finding out what is underneath.  She cautions to tread lightly and softly when looking under, things in the dark are not used to the bright lights.

 

Aquarius 

Wood Dragon – Your partner for the next two weeks is the Muse of Strength.  She heralds success, confidence and fortitude.  For you have proven you can overcome any obstacle that is on this leg of the journey.  She reminds you that you are stronger and more skillful then you were even a year ago.  So, she champions you to continue living your life with authenticity and compassion, this combo has and will empower you to positive outcomes.

 

Pisces

Water Ox – You are more powerful than you think, and in your doubt you have been pushing too hard.  Hence, the Muse of Gentleness has come to hang with you for the coming weeks.  This muse would like you to connect and foster your inner softness.   She suggests starting inward with meditation or mindful movement and then working outward into your environment with the five elements of feminine energy.  Fresh flowers (water), red candles(fire), crystals/rocks (earth), metal jewelry (metal), and water elements of colors.  By doing so you bring a softer quieter harmony both to yourself and your environment.