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| Full Moon Winter Solstice Mandala by Caterina Martinico |
Full
Moon in Cancer: The Turning of the Wheel
Yule/Solstice
(Sun moves into Capricorn)- 12/21 @ 4:23pm CST
Moon
opposite Sun- 12/22 @ 11:49am CST
The
Long Nights’ Moon is full and brilliant with her reflections this
Solstice. She guides us to release the fear of the dark, as it is a
fertile womb of potential. What we focus on in these times is what
we bring to birth in the coming year, and Luna illuminates that
promise of becoming. For many of us, this is the last time we’ll
experience a Full Moon so close to this December Solstice. This is a
time to fully engage with the spirit of the season, in whatever ways
nourish your roots and nurture your growth. Soak in the light that
Luna reflects from the Sun...allow it to recharge you. Sun at the
beginning of Capricorn holds still for a few days at its southernmost
declination, bringing us the longest nights (in the northern
hemisphere) before starting to rise incrementally north again and
allowing for more daylight hours. But Moon is actually illuminating
the opposite Solstice point at the beginning of Cancer...where we in
the northern hemisphere experience our longest days. This Full Moon
experience is like bringing the energy of Midsummer into
Midwinter...for many, this will be a welcome and joyful experience.
Though some may prefer not to be rattled awake from their hibernation
at this time. If you need a dose of activity and ‘lighting up the
dark’, you aren’t alone...many others will be feeling that need
too and it will be a good time to gather and connect warmly with
others. If you don’t, use the bright light of the moon for
reflection on what intentions you’ll be bringing with you into the
warmer months ahead. It is very likely that you will be in tune with
your own needs at this time, as the Cancer Full Moon connects us to
our intuition as well as what is comforting and nurturing to us.
Moon
in Cancer 1- A Change of Direction
The
Sabian Symbol for this 1st degree of Cancer is ‘on a
ship, sailors lower an old flag and raise a new one’. The Solstice
degrees bring about turning points in our lives...and this Solstice
carries a doubly potent shift of energies as our luminaries occupy
both Solstice points less than a day after Sun enters Capricorn.
Focused as this holiday season can be on keeping up with traditions
and obligations that are ‘what we have always done’...there is
also a palpable feeling, this time, of breaking free from
expectations and choosing a new focus that just feels more aligned to
your soul. This can literally be a starting of new traditions for
your family on these holidays. It can also be anything that involves
a far-reaching decision on all things related to Cancer energy (such
as home and family). There is a feeling of ‘shifting allegiance’
in the air...where, collectively, we can come together and decide
that what we were previously giving power to is unsustainable. This
is a critical choice point being illuminated now. What will become
our new focus? The same is true for each of us on the individual
level. Something we upheld in the past is no longer working for
us...it’s time to replace it with something more helpful that
embraces where we are heading now.
Sun
in Capricorn 1- Taking on New Responsibility
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| Art by Susan Seddon Boulet |
The
Sabian Symbol for this first degree of Capricorn is ‘a chief claims
power from the assembled tribe’. This December Solstice degree is
about stepping into a new role, taking on the responsibilities
associated with leadership, and empowering others through your own
empowerment. Here, we access our own inner authority and our ability
to implement the changes of direction we (and our family/tribe) need
at this time. This is about mustering up some confidence in facing
the unknown of what lies ahead...trusting in your ability to make the
right decisions for a sustainable future. On the world stage, we
will see who has (or absolutely doesn’t have) the leadership skills
to step up when and where they are most needed. Misuse of power has
been running rampant and this turning point in our wheel of the year
will bring the necessary fall of some and the rise of others.
Individually, you are being asked to step up as well (if not by
others, then certainly by yourself). What are the crucial changes
you are needing to make now as we move from the darkest time of our
northern year to the growing light? Even if it doesn’t feel you
are being supported in these changes by others, you are being
supported by your ancestors and guides. Capricorn brings the energy
of a Council of Wise Ones who support solid growth and responsible
choices. Consider that those who came before you know your strength
and capability, perhaps better than you know yourself. If you feel a
nudge to step up and step forth...your Ancestors are empowering you
to make a choice that releases past limitations and moves you toward
a greater potential.
Love
and Gratitude,
Felina
Lune Kavi
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| Happy Holidays from the Kavi Family! The Holly King and the Yule Fairy are two of our seasonal guides throughout the 12 days of Yule at the Kavi House. We begin our celebrations at the Winter Solstice, and continue the celebration for 11 more days. The 12th day of Yule is our son's birthday, and then our daughter's is a few days later. Let the festivities begin! |
