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If you ever looked at one of those "what house plant are you according to your zodiac sign" articles, then you're one of us. And given that astrology dates back to at least the 14th century, it's not a new interest, but it's continued to gain more visibility in mainstream media.
The 12 zodiac signs that most of us know come from ancient civilizations. The first celestial coordinate system dates back to Babylonia in the first millennium B.C. Towards the end of the 5th century, Babylonian astronomers divided the ecliptic, the plane of earth's orbit around the sun, into the 12 zodiac sign system we know today.
However, in Mesoamerica, ancient civilizations had a different way of doing things. You've most likely heard of or seen the famous Mayan calendar, but unlike the zodiac system, Mayan astrology is based on yearly calculations according to their calendar, not the constellations of stars and planets. It's relatively common knowledge that these ancient civilizations were forward-thinking and incredibly advanced (don't let post-colonization tales tell you otherwise). Mayans were one of the most dominant Mesoamerican civilizations.
Their astrology system was just as sophisticated. An intro to Mayan Astrology can't get close to delving into the intricacies of the Mayan astrological system which includes day signs, the Mayan year, the trecena, galactic tone, lords of the night, and the planet Venus. Each complements the other and when combined, gives the person a comprehensive understanding of who they are at their core.
What is a Mayan Day Sign?
Mayan day signs are assigned to 20-day periods that cycle 13 times. The 20-day periods make up the 260-day Mayan year. The Mayans associated each 20-day period with a sign, and the system associates days with parts of the world. The signs represent who a person is at their core, and their signs are dependent on birthdate, birth time, and birth location. For example, "day signs can indicate our life purpose and enlighten us to our talents but also our weak spots."
My Mayan Sign has a handy calculator that can be used to determine not just your day sign but also the rest of the supporting elements that provide the overall picture of your core essence.
Once you have determined your day sign, you can see what fundamental aspects are revealed. The list below briefly describes each day sign.
The Crocodile: Represents new beginnings and leadership. This sign is also creative, energetic, and protective.
Wind: Symbolizes communication and intelligence, in addition to a person who tends to be smart, lively, and flexible.
House: Represents optimism and hard work and someone who is loyal, faithful, and patient.
Lizard: Represents freedom and entertainment. Lizar's strengths include being passionate, energetic, and dynamic.
Serpent: Represents intuition and attractiveness. Also includes charisma, empathy, and thoughtfulness.
Death: Represents a strong connection to the spiritual world. While death might sounds scary, these people tend to be practical, generous, and helpful.
Deer: Represents strength and protectiveness. Deer are also innovative and care about the aesthetic.
Rabbit: Represents playfulness and high energy. Rabbits tend to be bright, playful, and lovely.
Water: Represents kindness and being altruistic. Also includes being imaginative, scrupulous, and sincere.
Dog: Represents curiosity and adventure. It's probably no surprise that dogs also tend to be helpful, loyal, and trustworthy.
Monkey: Represents artistic talent. Also funny, chatty, and bright.
Grass: Represents sensitivity and emotions. This sign is also rigorous, adaptable, and regardful.
Reed: Represents confidence and easy problem solving. The reed is supportive, wise, and determined.
Jaguar: Represents charm and friendliness as well as mystery. Also intuitive, clever, and sophisticated.
Eagle: Represents freedom and new experiences. The eagle is independent, autonomous, and tends to be a perfectionist.
Vulture: Represents seriousness and patience, but also knowledgeable, wise, and challenging.
Earth: Represents intelligence and innovation. The earth is practical, philosophical, and affable.
Flint: Represents courage and strength. Positive traits for flint are logic, accommodating, and helpful.
Rain: Represents youth and friendliness. Also a sense of healing, spirituality, and friendliness.
Flower: Represents romance and dreaminess. In addition, affectionate, loving, and creative.
Want to know know more? Check out the calculator or click any of the links above. You will probably be amazed at the results and how accurate you'll find that they match not only your personality but also your Western zodiac sign's characteristics.
On Wednesday, April 19th, there will be a solar eclipse and a new moon in Aries. For some of us, this energetic alignment brings an end to an old chapter we've been trying to close and the beginning of a new one we've been manifesting. It will also bring momentarily feelings of internal death and detachment, but remember, with death comes rebirth.
Growth and awakening are inevitable, especially during the spring season. This new cycle will lead to a reality check and exposure of self-sabotaging patterns or karmic partnerships. This energy may have already been making you feel uncomfortable in your own skin or in situations you normally have prospered; then it's most likely telling you it's time to shed old skin and let go of old habits holding you back.
The eye-opening effects of this eclipse may either make you or break you, but no matter where you land on the spectrum, the Aries energy is there to light the fire to the things we may have been avoiding and allowing to hold us stagnant.
Aries is a cardinal sign, and their season is all about embracing new beginnings and not thinking twice about burning off what no longer serves them. Libras, Cancers, and Capricorn suns and risings, also cardinal signs, will be amongst those who will feel these changes more deeply and emotionally.
Eventually, the assessment of our current reality and how we embrace this new energy will help us manifest in the outside world and set in motion new favorable beginnings.
It is not recommended to manifest during an eclipse due to the imbalance and shock of multiple energies around us. This solar eclipse will specifically supercharge the new moon and amplify our visions, emotions, and have polarizing effects on our current reality.
All of this will help us select the best way to grow into our truest potential, and sometimes that means coming out of the shadows to see things for what they truly are. The truth may hurt when we realize we have been self-sabotaging ourselves. We may discover we are the villain and hero of our own story and that we have been blocking ourselves in order to save ourselves.
So, if we can't manifest during this new moon, what can we do to help stabilize and ground ourselves? First, we must understand the purpose of this cosmic alignment. The message is to observe and not absorb and to connect with our purest energy by allowing ourselves to feel our emotions or conflicting situations without judgment.
Having grace and empathy during this energetic shift will help alleviate our emotions, bring peace to our ego, and initiate mental clarity. This may urge us to do sacred cleansing rituals or do more practical rituals such as exercising, journaling, speaking things out loud to people we trust, reading quietly, and practicing gratitude.
Remember, the only thing we can truly control is ourselves, our actions, and our emotions. This will be the truest test to understanding that surrendering to the Universe also means we trust our own intuition deeply.
Now let's take off the rose-colored manifestation glasses for a second and see the truth of our current reality. Yes, it's not ideal times, there are unfavorable things happening daily, and there are hardships on this journey that can feel draining. We may avoid certain situations to avoid waves of emotions and mental setbacks. However, this is the time to ask for guidance, find counsel or therapy if needed, and connect with our energetic powers.
Allow these moments of uncomfortability to pass us by without being consumed by them. The new moon graciously allows us to open new doors with our intuition and the solar eclipse is uncovering self-sabotaging blockages to heal ourselves. While Aries is lighting fiery energy to all of it and adding a breath of fresh air to our journey. It may feel overwhelming, or you may have already been feeling it for the past few days.
Again, having grace, empathy, and losing judgment of ourselves and those around us will help ground and stabilize us. A social media break may be needed to disconnect from outside negativities, we may crave solitude for moments of reflection, or we may need to connect with loved ones and friends to help give us new perspectives and clarity. Regardless of what you choose to do, allow yourself to sit back, relax, breathe in, and trust your intuition more than ever.
Try these cosmic affirmations to guide you back to your center during moments of anxiety, depression or when you need a little reminder of how powerful and loved you are.
- I focus on the love within me and align with it cosmically
- I break all patterns blocking me and let go of anything not aligned with my prosperity
- I sit in my gratitude and move freely
- I attract peace and tranquility in every room I step into
- My energy is prosperous and in harmony.
- I am open to receiving good energy and all good things meant for me
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La Brujita Del Jardin’s 2023 Full Snow Moon in Leo: What Does this Energy Mean for You?
February’s full Snow Moon is on Sunday, February 5, 2023, and will reach its peak illumination at 1:29 PM EST. In the U.S., the peak will occur during the daytime, but the moon generally stays visible for quite a while, so you should be able to watch it when night falls and even the day after as well.
Now that the full moon is upon us in Leo, it’s SHOWTIME!
If you’ve been craving new energy and more exciting experiences this year, well, look no further; this is the perfect full moon to manifest your true heart’s desire and be unapologetically bold while doing it. There’s a major shift in the air, and those with Aquarius and Leo placements might have already felt it.
Leo’s are known to own the spotlight and take center stage everywhere they go. This full moon has the same type of energy, and it’s asking you to confidently set the intentions for your manifestations while pushing beyond your comfort zone. This is not the time to play it safe or hide behind fears and insecurities. There needs to be a full mind, body, and spirit alignment to ensure the manifestations we desire to unfold within the next seasons are wisely executed.
Although this moon may bring out our adventurous side, it can also come with distractions if we don’t stick to setting boundaries and routines. This means creating and doing rituals beyond the full moon evening. For example, if you are ready to step into a new healthier lifestyle, it’s time to set structure by writing short and long-term goals followed by an action plan. There’s no more just speaking your manifestations out loud because this energy is pushing all of us to get into action.
A Full Moon Ritual with Leo Energy
A recommended Brujita full moon ritual to help you step into your confidence and embody this Leo energy is to write down any fears, insecurities, or anything you feel is holding you back and burn it in a heat-safe bowl or cauldron. Say and repeat three times, “I am aligning myself with the new energy this full moon holds. I am releasing the old and making room for my true desires.”
This will require going through some internal shadow reflection and shedding old energies. Dispose of ashes outside under the full moon and again chant, “I manifest under the moonlight, and good fortune is my birthright.”
After this, write down the things you truly want and desire, as well as align them with the seasons and/or a timeline. The key is to be specific and intentional with every manifestation.
Overall, February’s manifesting magic and the Leo full moon align perfectly with the rebellious and cosmic visionary Aquarius season. The message here is to harness your own magic and amplify it towards your TRUTH and unique desires. Many of us are manifesting what we think we want based on what feels safe, or what we think our families, society, and culture want us to be.
The challenge here is to step out of your comfort zone, think bigger, and honor the discomfort. This may look and feel like you're embracing new things, but instead may realize you are really stepping into what you always wanted or you are finally learning what your authentic self truly desires. Whatever your journey may look like or wherever it may take you, make sure to manifest con amor for yourself.
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