December 16, 2009 marks the last new moon of this year. As we move closer to the high energy of winter solstice and the dawn of 2010, the energy is ripe for new beginnings. This new moon is also the beginning of a very rare "blue moon" occurrence of two full moons in one month (December 2 and December 31, 2009).
New beginnings mean different things to different people. Some need to first shed the debris of old, negative energy, then make room for the new. For others, it's time to lay out a plan to be executed when the alignment of energy is poised for forward movement. There are yet others who have already cleared, planned and are ready to reap the benefits of their labor.
The next few days present great energy for clearing and charging gemstones and pendulums. One simple method of clearing is to pass the pendulum or crystal through the white smoke of a burning sage bundle or fan the bundle over a group of gemstones or pendulums. The gemstones are then ready for charging. This can be done by placing them in sunlight for about 7 hours.
Aromatherapy is another good way to release negativity. The following essential oil blends will help.
Release sadness
- 8 drops of lemon
- 3 drops of rose otto
Relieve heavy-heartedness
- 6 drops of grapefruit
- 6 drops of lemon
- 3 drops of rose otto
Lighten depression
- 7 drops of ylang ylang
- 7 drops of grapefruit
Remember, the new moon energy is best utilized for clearing and planning, so don't jump too quickly into execution mode at this time. Explore core values and beliefs. Get crystal clear about your intentions and goals. Fortify and conserve energy for powerful execution at a later date.
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Comments
Great article! Clearing and planning are indeed the forerunners of execution. Another emotion to release is fear. Essential oils of frankincense, ginger, sandalwood, bergamot, basil, cinnamom and coriander are helpful in dissipating fear-based blockages. What a wonderful reminder that the universal energy supports us being in that space this month.
What a lovely article! I prefer these "New Moon" plans to "New Year's" resolutions, that's for sure. And thank you for the Aromatherapy recipes - we can all use a lift at those times in our lives, especially around the holidays with all the pressure to be "happy and merry".
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