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I did a thing and I’m doing another

A while back I was feeling down post-surgery about all things business related, pissed at myself for not doing more – even though the doc said to do nothing for 8 weeks.

We all have an inner bitch. Mine is absolutely sinister and unrelenting. So I thought about things I could actually do while resting. Things that did not involve a spike in cortisol, a live stream, or any heavy duty thinking. I really was exhausted and supposed to be resting.

I have a few things I’ve always wanted to learn how to do. (I think we all do.) I came to the conclusion that time “off” didn’t have to mean lying prostrate for two months. I could do things, just not things that required lots of thinking or physical effort.

At first I thought about crocheting. But a few YouTube videos later, I decided it was beyond the depths of my brain fog. So I settled on wrapping rocks.

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Babes, let me tell you, this is the MOST Zen thing I’ve ever done in my life. If I had ever tried yoga, I’d probably tell you it’s better than that.

It requires nothing but some leather cord and a rock, and your imagination. It calmed me immensely, and I was making some really beautiful things while not leaving my bed.

The best part was I had no deadline, no expectation, no benchmark to hit, no achievement for the books.

The relief was profound.

Then I realized precious few things in my life offered a sense of creativity with play, rather than pressure to achieve. And that is bullshit.

I want more things in my life that allow me total and complete presence, where I get lost in what I am doing. The horses do this for me every time. But I couldn’t get out there after surgery in the snow. Hence, these stones.

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It’s been months and I find myself still wanting to create more. A couple of nights a week, I’m still going at it, crafting more intricate patterns, playing with different types of cord and even using caning (not easy, btw).

It’s absolutely fabulous. The best part is, though I started with no other idea than to relax, people are buying them and they LOVE them. They use them for meditation, decoration, nature offerings, and more.

It got me thinking: When my real “job” of coaching and creating content becomes play, I surpass every expectation. So why aren’t I making my work more fun?

In my classes (which I’ll talk about in a minute), I share repeatedly how important it is to have fun, break the rules, be impulsive and party. Yet I forgot that part for myself. It’s a lesson I needed to learn again.

Enter Summer School. ⇐ click

Now, before you say anything, I want you to think about people you know who went to summer school IRL or maybe your own experience there.

The theme I always heard about was how EASY and fun it was to be in summer school and get a passing grade. Certainly easier than a full semester. And the teachers were more relaxed because…it’s SUMMER.

So here’s my promise: I give you two weeks in July with all my rule-breaking, business-building madness (ergo, we have a crap ton of fun), plus you get massive bonuses to work through on your own, at your own pace, after. And the first 5 people who join also get 1:1 time with me.

I’m doing it all for less than 600 bucks.

Play. Creativity. Cut loose. Fuck around and find out.

This is for anyone who feels stuck, disorganized, as though they are “doing it wrong” or unsure what to do next.

You leave with a boatload of fresh ideas that feel amazing to YOU, a plan to continue on that is fun and easy, as well as my signature business building course.

Wanna play? ⇐ click!!

I can’t wait.

How to Manifest with the Moon

The moon holds tremendous power.

Harnessing that energy at the right time and for the right spells and manifestations brings incredible results.

When we do this, we are working with natural forces to call in what we want most – whether it’s love, business, money or anything else.

When you commit to learning how to manifest with the moon, you ultimately live more in sync with your natural environment and with your truth as a woman.

But let’s be real.

While the moon has its magic, manifestation is a process.

What you want doesn’t arrive overnight. It takes time – and it’s your job to trust the timing.

Tuning into the phases of the moon gives us a framework that empowers us.

One of the best ways to connect with the moon and start leveraging its energy is with a moon ritual.

The Modern Moon Ritual

Moon rituals are an ancient practice that originated in Egypt, where moon worship was a part of the culture.

The phases of the moon influence the growth or decline of plants, animals and human life. So basking in the moonlight was seen as a necessary part of every cycle.

Today, moon rituals carry just as much sacredness, something we desperately need to ground and center (and get off the electronics).

The beautiful thing about rituals, especially those related to the moon, is they invite you to get quiet. They ask you to plant seeds of intention, and be one with the energy of our environment.

The moon has 8 phases. But the most potent are the new moon and the full moon.

The New Moon

During this phase, the moon and the sun align. This is the time to go within:

  • Setting new intentions
  • Starting new manifestations
  • Create and plan to draw things to you and build up to something

The Waxing Crescent Moon

The days that follow a new moon are a waxing crescent. This is a time to anchor into your intentions. Focus on one thing you want to bring into existence.

  • Practice visualization.
  • Write out a new moon intention and read it every day.

The Waxing Quarter Moon (Also known as the First Quarter)

This is a time to look at the challenges you face and make decisions about how you want to move forward. This is the time of the moon cycle when the sun and the moon square each other, meaning they form a 90-degree angle. Looking at your challenges allows you to see the issues full on. Then you can adjust your plans accordingly.

  • Find workarounds
  • Commit to moving forward

The Waxing Gibbous Moon

Here we have a high energy time, just before the full moon. This offers perspective. Things should start to feel like they are aligning. This is the time to ramp up your energy.

  • Take massive action
  • Go after it with your whole heart

The Full Moon

Full moons are great for release and introspection. When the moon is full, we are at a peak of creative energy and often have powerful intuitive breakthroughs. The full moon accentuates everything you’ve been working on during the waxing phase. Take time to reflect.

  • Power
  • Blessings
  • Harvesting
  • Charge up your energy

The Waning Gibbous Moon

After the full moon, it’s time to consider what you need to release. Reflect on what may be blocking you from receiving the outcome you want. Pay attention to any energetic leaks or roadblocks.

  • Release what doesn’t serve you (emotions, beliefs, ideas, and sometimes relationships)
  • Become introspective

The Waning Quarter Moon

Waning means less powerful. This is when the moon continues to shrink in the sky. It’s a call to go further within and seek answers. Become more committed to yourself during this phase. Emotions can often be encrypted with messages during this time: Where do you need to speak up or perhaps make changes?

  • transition
  • readjustment
  • evaluate

The Waning Crescent Moon

This is the final phase of the entire moon cycle. It occurs just before the next new moon. Here’s your opportunity to reflect back on the whole lunar cycle.

  • What did you learn?
  • What happened?
  • What didn’t?
  • Reread your new moon intention and evaluate how you’ve changed since you wrote it.
  • Consider how you want to reorganize for the next new moon.

A New Moon Ritual

The new moon is a blank page. A fresh start, a moment to turn inward and consider what we want to call into our lives and what we need to let go of. It’s a time for rest and reflection, so the perfect ritual would be in the comfort of your own home.

How to Begin:

1. Set the environment

Before starting any ritual, clean and organize your space. Ditch clutter. I like to burn sage, light candles and clear energy.

2. Craft a connection to the divine

Call upon a connection to the source energy you feel supports you the most: guides, angels, or any divine entity.

3. Sit comfortably and write

Grab paper and write down the things in your life you either wish to call in or are ready to release. This could be certain feelings, fears, or barriers—anything you know is not serving you. Then consider what you want to call into your life. This could be a relationship, more more, more clients, an international trip.

4. Declare

The next step is to read what you want out loud. Speaking them out loud plays a BIG role in bringing them to life. You may notice they evoke even more emotion when spoken, and that feeling is critical to manifestation.

5. Meditate and complete

Now that you’ve let go and made space for what you truly desire, sit quietly, follow your breath and visualize your desires coming to fruition.

Set the intention to stay open to these experiences coming into your life, and any other growth opportunities you may need along the way.

A Full Moon Ritual

When the full moon arrives, it’s time to create space to take stock of what has and hasn’t come to fruition just yet.

A full moon ritual is a time to get quiet, reflect, give thanks and celebrate. Unlike the new moon, the full moon represents completeness and brings with it a lot of energy.

Here’s how to approach your ritual:

1. Be calm.

By starting from a place of calm, you can harness the full moon energy to your benefit. Take a few cleansing breaths, sage your space and chill.

2. Write it out

Reflect on the past few weeks. What went on? Were there successes? What did you bump up against? Where do you see opportunities for growth and expansion?

3. Release and Declare

Once you’ve clarified what’s come to fruition and what hasn’t, write down and release what is getting in the way of the experiences that haven’t arrived yet. I like to burn the list – in a safe way!

4. Self-care

Dance, bathe, nap, sweep it off, get it out.

Move any stagnant energy out of your body and bring more lightness and joy inside.

Carving out space during both moon phases to go inward and take stock of what’s showing up for you, creates the opportunity to create intentions and find rhythmicity in your own life.

Moon Magic

Commit to at least three months of moon rituals for best results.

Want to learn more about how to manifest with the moon and live your best life? Check out Witchy Women I. This is a six-week program where you step into your magic, take control of your power and truly perform witchcraft that works.