August is coming to a close which also means the beginning of a new lunar cycle with a New Moon in Virgo on August 27th, 2022.
Do you remember what a new lunar cycle means?
It’s a time of new beginnings. Of cleaning the slate. Of planting seeds of intention to manifest.
A time to consider what is holding us back, and to follow only those things that bring us closer to a feeling of alignment, peace, and happiness.
The New Moon in Virgo has its own special symbolism for us to translate and utilize in our lives.
Virgo is an earth sign, which means there is a grounded energy to this New Moon.
Virgo is also represented by the Virgin Goddess, a symbol of purity, divinity, and wholeness.
She is independent, and wise, and her body is a temple. Virgo is the sign that rules health.
Virgo energy brings inspiration to aid us with our plans for the future, and to keep us embodying our best selves.
It’s about adapting to change with a grounded, calm energy.
It’s not a time to overcomplicate things, quite the opposite.
It’s about knowing that when we are in our best health, grounded, calm, and capable we can navigate anything chaotic that may come our way.
Three words to describe this Virgo New Moon would be –
Healing, Simplifying, Grounding.
In what ways can you make sure that your actions around the time of the New Moon resonate with those three words?
Do you need to become more centered and grounded?
Perhaps you have neglected caring for your body and prioritizing your health holistically on all levels.
Virgo energy reminds us to listen to our bodies and heed the messages we receive.
Can you give yourself permission to relax a little and return to simple moments that restore and rejuvenate you?
Here are some ideas that you can implement to work with this New Moon energy.
Do a Grounding Meditation
It’s a great time of year to make sure you are feeling calm and grounded.
Do your favorite guided meditation, or simply go outside, stand barefoot (or lie down) on the ground and breathe softly in and out as you relax and feel yourself connecting to the flow and rhythm of the planet.
Start some Fitness Goals
It’s an ideal moment to begin that exercise class you’ve been thinking about!
Maybe you’ve let the summer get away with you and haven’t been as committed to your morning yoga, or your daily cycle or run.
Take advantage of the energy to get back on track and include regular exercise and movement in your life.
Clear your Mind of Negative Self Talk
Take time each day to simply be still and listen to your breathing.
Try to listen to your self-talk, is it predominantly negative? Begin swapping those detrimental phrases with positive affirmations instead.
Do a short cleanse
Virgo has very purifying energy and you may feel called to give your body a bit of a rehaul.
Whether you follow a professionally planned cleanse or juice fast, or simply up your water, fruit, and vegetable intake – take steps to consciously consume cleansing, purifying, and healing foods.
Ditch the fries for now and choose raw, high vibrational food to help boost your inner and outer health.
Make a plan of action
Virgo likes to get down to the thorough details, making now the perfect time to decide on a plan of action for your goals and desires.
It can be a beautiful moment to visualize yourself attaining what you want and plan an adaptable and functional roadmap to make that happen.
Make sure you are open-minded to the Universe serving up a different path to the one you expect and surrender to the highest outcome for the good of all in everything you do.
Make time for quiet, simple things
It sounds silly to have to remember to do quiet, simple things but honestly, in our constantly busy world, we need reminding!
How often do you just carve out an hour to sit and read a book in the sun with a cup of tea or coffee?
How often do you simply cook, walk, or organize your bookshelf without distraction?
You’ll be surprised at the wonderful effect it can have on your mental health to just quiet the chatter down and simply be focused in the moment on what you are doing.
Finally, don’t forget to harness this motivating new moon momentum to set a new intention!
This New Moon, why not set an intention for something that you’ve always longed to have or do but have felt too afraid to go after?
The energy is perfect for pushing past outdated fears and obstacles.
Now is the time to gather all that peaceful, grounded energy and turn it into powerful fuel to go after your dreams.
Try repeating this New Moon in Virgo affirmation, especially for all of you!
I have the power to heal myself.