Soft Girl Era: Full Moon Birthday Party
It’s 2024 and I’m ushering in a more gentle approach to life. Part of my intentions with my soft girl era is to embrace my feminine energy. What would be more perfect than celebrating during a full moon?
The full moon hung high in the sky, casting its ethereal glow over the landscape, illuminating the night with a mesmerizing silver light. It was the perfect setting for a birthday celebration, especially one with a twist of self-discovery. For my love of hosting events, I invited my closest girlfriends to spend the evening with me.
As guests arrived, they were greeted by melodic background to promote the feeling or calm. I loved seeing everyone’s warm smiles and being able to invite them into a soft space. I had planned an array of activities designed to encourage self-reflection and personal growth during the Leo Full Moon. We played rounds of “We’re Not Really Strangers”, visualized our future with a manifestation planner, and lastly, wrote a love letter to ourselves. I really wanted this to be a celebration of femininity, the women who make an impact on my life and being able to love yourself.
My heart was filled with absolute love and gratitude for each one of you who showed up for me. For my 33rd birthday I was able to experience abundance, pure joy, and warmth. We shared, we laughed, and we ate.
Starting with myself moving to the left: Lily, Jeanne, Jody, Grace, Mallory, Anna, Annie, Jenny, Maria, Vivian, Stephanie and sorry for cutting off your face there Eveline!
Amidst the festivities, there were moments of quiet introspection, as everyone took the opportunity to connect with themselves and each other on a deeper level.
"Just like moons and like suns, with the certainty of tides, just like hopes springing high, still I’ll rise." —Maya Angelou
Celebrating Capricorn Season
The next Full Moon is coming up on Saturday February 24th. Here are some activities you can to celebrate:
Moon Gazing: Find a comfortable spot outdoors with a clear view of the night sky and spend some time simply gazing at the full moon. Allow yourself to be present in the moment and soak in its beauty and radiance.
Meditation and Reflection: Set aside time for meditation or quiet reflection during the full moon. Use this opportunity to connect with your inner thoughts and emotions, and consider journaling about any insights or revelations that arise.
Energy Cleansing: Perform rituals or practices aimed at cleansing and purifying your energy. This could include smudging with sage or other cleansing herbs, taking a ritual bath with sea salt or essential oils, or using crystals to balance and align your energy centers.
Setting Intentions: Use the energy of the full moon to set intentions for the upcoming lunar cycle. Write down your goals, desires, and aspirations on paper, and then release them into the universe by burning the paper or burying it in the earth.
Creative Expression: Tap into your creative side by engaging in artistic activities such as painting, writing, or crafting during the full moon. Allow yourself to express your emotions and channel the moon's energy into your creations.
Moonlight Yoga: Practice yoga outdoors under the light of the full moon. Connect with the earth and the sky as you move through your yoga poses, and allow the moon's energy to guide and support you in your practice.
Lunar Rituals: Explore various lunar rituals and traditions from different cultures and spiritual practices. This could include creating a moon altar, performing moon salutations, or participating in moon ceremonies with like-minded individuals.
Moonlit Walk: Take a leisurely stroll outdoors during the full moon, whether it's in a park, along the beach, or through a forest. Allow yourself to be immersed in the moon's glow and the serenity of the night.
Lunar Photography: Capture the beauty of the full moon through photography. Experiment with different angles, settings, and techniques to create stunning images that reflect the magic of the lunar cycle.
Moon Rituals: Create your own personalized rituals to honor the full moon and its significance in your life. This could involve lighting candles, using oracle cards, or performing a special ceremony to celebrate and connect with the lunar energy.