by Joy Sackstein | Sep 6, 2023 | Astrology
9/14/23 Welcome all my beautiful goddesses, Harvest of Joy that is possible through acts of self respect, self-care acknowledging all the good you have done for yourself – Mercury is direct so Virgo can feel free to speak openly making boundaries and priorities are articulated through all our habits. This moon allows us to start with a clean slate (new beginnings), opportunities to manifest whatever you desire. Self-improvement is on the menu. Reset intentions with greater focus. The moon in Virgo is one of the most powerful lunar opportunities to get all your ducks in a row. Start new routines that will last. Reset, recharge, ground so you move forward in a clearer/recharged way. Blessings,...
by Joy Sackstein | Aug 16, 2023 | Astrology
8/30/23 Welcome all you beautiful goddess. I want to bring some clarity on what a blue moon is before I begin so a blue moon happens when there are two full moons in one month. Here we are. Energetically speaking the last time this has happened around the Lion’s Gate was in 2009 and it will not happen again until 2033. WOW! What a heavy but monumental moon. This moon presents fullness, completion, and all hidden things that will come to the surface. Being it is a water sign moon makes it even more intense. Lingering energy from the past, major dream states, and reoccurring dreams are all spiritually connected. Understanding your sleep state is very prominent at this time so journaling your dreams will help decipher this energy. Very prone to avoidance, self-sabotage, psychological issues with a touch of universal love. The capacity of healing past life issues are on the fore front. Much quiet time alone will help to eradicate the past to become more creative. Issues such as guilt/shame, judgement/non-judgement, self-doubt of who you really are…. questioning, questioning, questioning. The lymphatic system is working overtime to move and clear anything that is stuck. The logic of the Virgo helps the Pisces by being prepared with organization. Manifestation Huge changes Creating balance out of chaos Make the abstract real Be in the energy of the here and now of the moon. All things that have been not clear will be revealed on this full moon. Prayers for release of what is holding you back personally. Do not stand in your own way. Great love and...
by Joy Sackstein | Aug 1, 2023 | Astrology
August 2023 Hi all my beautiful goddesses, I’d like to create a moment to talk about the LION’s GATE which the opening to the portal starting on the first of August. The gate opens fully on the 8th of August and stretches to the new moon in Leo on the 16th of August. This is a very tumultuous time in our universe. So many planets are moving and stationing into new planets much erratic energy is forming at this time to create a space to let go of all existing trauma/drama. Watch what you say, think before you talk and remember that everyone is dumping their pain and sorrow at this time. It is a perfect time to let go of all useless information. Relationships that no longer serve your highest good. FEAR/ANXIETY is a number one emotion that comes from this gate (False Evidence Appearing Real). Know that you are being aligned for something greater. Relax, release and surrender to all that is. I It is a wild time in our universe so prepare to use your tools and breathe. This time is being staged to create balance and understanding about where you are right now. Remember the most important thing BE HERE NOW. The universe is showing you what you need to shed. Prayers and blessings,...
by Joy Sackstein | Jan 25, 2023 | Astrology
WELCOME TO A NEW ERA – 2023 Get ready for a year of cosmic challenges across the board. 2023 Overview This year is about seeking the silver lining emerging from shadows with moon light in our eyes and roses in our hands, looking for the good that still dwells among us. The heart that beats beneath the skin of the world. This is the year of the Rabbit 2023 new moon and sun conjunction in Aquarius so the Chinese calendar resets at this time. The rabbit is a symbol of longevity imaged as an alchemist and shaman who lives on the moon with the moon Goddess change. The rabbit is about peace calmness and healing after the dynamic tiger year. The rabbit is the water element. Keenly perceptive and can sense danger in any situation. So be aware and conscious around your presence. Feelings and emotions are high intuitive, empathic and kind. So this is a yin year – feminine and soft. This year the planets ask us to engage in dynamic social change and to create and nurture new cycles, webs and cohorts explore humbly before jumping into action. Structure and responsible Saturn starts the year in Aquarius and enters Pisces on 3/07/23. Transformative Pluto steps into Aquarius from 3/23/23- 6/11/23, then retrogrades back into Capricorn until 2/1/24. The new chapter of Pluto in Aquarius offers hope- But, don’t expect all sweetness and light. Pluto takes 247 years around the zodiac and last time it was here in Aquarius was 1778-1797, heralding an era for revolution. Surely our voices will be heard. Look deeper in life to keep...
by Joy Sackstein | Oct 28, 2014 | Teachings
At last week’s moon ceremony we made Native American Tobacco Prayer Ties. I wanted to share with you how and when to make these prayer ties, as they are very powerful and send our dreams, wishes and desires up to Spirit. Because of this, they should only be used on special occasions. For example, last week we used them on a new moon eclipse to manifest our dreams. You could try making them with manifestation prayers on the new moon in Capricorn on December 21, the winter solstice. Prayer ties can also be used to honor our family lineage and those who have passed. Try making one on Halloween or All Soul’s Day this weekend. Instead of using the prayer ties to manifest, you would use them to honor those special people from the past that are a part of your lineage by letting them know they are thought about, loved and a big part of who you are today. Show them that they are respected and revered in your life. Watch the following video to see how to make the Native American Tobacco Prayer Ties. If you have any questions or thoughts, please let us know in the comments!...
by Joy Sackstein | Oct 15, 2014 | Teachings
1. Foundation The first thing any aspiring healer will want to do is get a fantastic and solid foundation. Foundation is everything and it allows us the space to grow. Part of maintaining a strong foundation is partaking as the patient in healing work. As healers, we must always, always, always purge ourselves and heal ourselves. 2. Protection The next thing to remember is protection–create a good space for yourself and for the people you bring into your home or clinic. As time passes and you advance in healing work, do not forget to regularly cleanse your products, the stones, feathers and tools of your trade. Part of protecting yourself and your space requires healers to know where any new person being sent to them comes from. Before this person comes through your door you’ll want to identify if they are a referral from a current client or if they are coming via another means. Try to find out something about new clients before you invite them into your space. 3. Intent without Expectations Finally, healers must realize that they can only control their intent and not the outcome (for a variety of reasons). Your primary focus should be to have good intent without creating any expectations. You were called to this practice because you care about others so of course you would like to heal everyone that comes to you. But not everyone is truly ready to heal. Some people believe, on some level, that it is best for them to hold on to whatever is hurting them because it serves them in some way. For those people,...
by Joy Sackstein | Sep 22, 2014 | Event
This Wednesday is our monthly new moon ceremony. This is a special moon, as most are, as the new moon is in Libra and it is all about love. Libra is ruled by Venus. Venus is about the love you deserve to attract, the one spirit chooses for us (Thy will not my will!). Libra is about love of self as well as others. So how do you perceive love? Please let us know in the comments! Blessings to all, Joy ...
by Joy Sackstein | Jul 12, 2014 | Event
The pipe ceremony sent all of our prayers up to the great father. AHO The full moon on Saturday, July 12, 2014 was slightly hidden behind the clouds in the Phoenix Sky. This night was special for all the Moon Goddesses that attended the Moon Ceremony as we each shared in the Ceremonial Pipe while honoring the lessons that Fathers bless us with. ...
