day 7: Tvarita: Nitya of Swiftness
Om Tvaritayai Namaha
Sun: 12 Aquarius
Moon: 8 Taurus, 86 degrees from Sun, First Quarter Moon
Inner Moon: days 8-14, follicular/proliferation
Moon Vibes:
The warrior experiencing tension between self and group. Concerned with justice in the organizations and groups. Relates with vernal equinox and Ostara/Easter. In tantra yoga, this is the descending in-breath (prana-vayu) from third-eye to the soft palate, relates with midday and the element is fire. In the hero’s journey, we are taking inspired action, feeling tension and resistance in group efforts, wanting to differentiate. Feeling strong and empowered to cross initiation threshold. Blazing new trails which could become new systems for society. First quarter Moon relates with follicular and proliferation hormones, building up of estrogen, uterine walls thickening, eggs maturing. This phase of lunar cycle can be powerful and exciting. Use it for courtship, dates night, seduction, and rituals that focus on building and growing. Use foods that nurture and support. Warm and comforting foods like root vegetables and curry spices.
Moon in Taurus
- Moon in Taurus corresponds with throat, voice, neck, thyroid gland.
- Waxing phases are for growth, increasing, building up.
- Thinking of Taurus’s sensual nature and waxing Moon, where do you want growth in receiving sacred pleasure? Be in a state of receptivity today and tomorrow. Consider the Jupiter/Moon aspect which exands and evolves our inner reality.
Moon moves through every part of the zodiac in a moonth making micro adjustments to the different areas of life. Like a good care-giver, Moon nurtures, heals, disciplines, to help us be competent adults. Today Moon has passed Uranus (the change agent) moving towards Vesta (fire keeper) in the sign of Taurus, where we enjoy life’s simple pleasures. Moon in Taurus, feeling super comfy and/or being shown the walls you have towards pleasure and sensuality.
Moon 120° harmonious aspect with Jupiter, inner guru. Moon is our mystery, dream, intuition, emotional currency, and the sum total of our lifetime of moods. Moon/Jupiter trine feels like abundance of wisdom and ability to honor and revere deep inner truth. Moonglow. Deep well of light.
Nutrition suggestion:
Yummy. Delicious. Drip drops of nature’s sweet juices gratifying your senses. Today is about abundance, receptivity and enjoyment.
Honey is pure magic for the throat and vocal cords. Honey makes your voice pleasant and sweet sounding. I recommend a delicious homemade elixir of blended nut, seed, bean, rice or cow milk with your favorite spices and drizzled with local honey. Spices could be turmeric, ginger, cardamom, saffron or all of those together! Get creative and follow your animal body’s craving.
- Blend the spices and milk in a blender.
- Warm up the blend in a saucepan on the stove.
- Pour into your favorite mug.
- Drizzle with local, raw honey from bee keepers who love bees.
Allow the tea to coat your throat. Pay attention to all the sensations from the smells, tastes, textures and how it all feels.
Ritual:
Make the tea as your ritual. Remember to call on sacred space, reestablish boundaries and give thanks. Make the tea s l o w l y and with reverence. You are serving the divine. After you (the divine) enjoy your tea, close sacred space. Give thanks.
Astrology info to consider:
90° challenging tension with Mars and Venus just won’t let up. How do we integrate ♀️♂️? The ♐firebird and ♓dolphin love affair within and without.
Menstruation cycle and Moon:
What phase of your inner Moon cycle are you in? What hormones are most prominent? How does this relate with outer Moon’s mood of building up the uterine nest? Remember, they do not need to match. You are in a unique cycle within the cosmic cycle. Take note of how those coexist. Read more about the correspondences here.
Dreams:
Some things to consider when journaling with dreams:
- What is the setting?
- Who is there in the dream?
- How do you feel in the dream and upon awakening?
- Do you see your body in the dream? How does your body feel?
- What are you curious about the dream?
- What is the plut of the dream scenario?
Watch this video about dreaming.
