This month’s energy starts a bit wobbly with Mercury having gone retrograde the week before and continuing until the 17th of October. This starts the month with a review and revised flavor to it, the need to consider your thoughts, things and actions that are important and what needs to be recycled and released. To add to this flavor, we are in the midst of Libra season which is all about finding your balance and flow. I think this is a great lineup of energy, especially for those in the northern hemisphere who have just entered Autumn as all this energy comes together for us to release what is not serving us just as the leaves that are no longer needed fall from the trees. 

It’s a month to get yourself organized, reoriented with what is important and find your sweet spot of work life balance if possible as you head into the last few months of the year.  We also have many other planets that have been retrograde for a few months in the mix that will all turn direct by mid-month. These are planets that we don’t often notice going retro as it happens so frequently and for lengthy periods but with this handful of players all moving forward soon the feel will be easier and more in flow. Lots of projects and processes that have been a bit slow to manifest will now easily fall into place and your loss of mojo to get things done should vanish by the second half of the month. 

This month is all about finding your balance between your needs and those closest to you. There is a new energy being birthed to do with relationships and how you give and receive energy from others. This is an exciting time, be it a new relationship or a deeper connection with those you are close to already, be it a partner, friends or family member. As you need a lot of downtime to yourself to find your balance it is also an important month to put aside some calendar time to do what you want to do by yourself. The lessons of October are all about time management between social and self. Your adrenals need some extra love with all the excitement happening so make sure there is not too much caffeine or maybe make a switch to some matcha tea or raw cacao. Sugar can also overstimulate your system so be aware that life is sweet enough at the moment without too many indulgences. Magnesium, chromium, and B vitamins can all help to increase energy and balance your blood sugar levels without the sugar or caffeine hit. Green veggies, spirulina and wheatgrass all help to alkalise your body, and this is what October is asking of you. 

October brings with it a need for you to pay attention and even analyze what health choices you are making or ignoring in your life. It is a month of assessment and analysis about what you are putting into your body and how you are living on a daily basis. I know you don’t love making too many changes at once, but this doesn’t mean to not make any changes at all. October’s energy will make this easier to do with a flow you don’t often feel when adjustments are needed.  A food, fluid and exercise diary can be a great way to look at your habits and see what needs attention.  Watch the digestion and intestines as they are asking for some love as well. How do the foods you eat make you feel and how does your system respond to them? Some extra fibre, digestive teas such as peppermint, chamomile and fennel can all help the system to run a bit better. It’s the month to dust off your favorite healthy cookbook and make sure you are getting enough green veggies and proper protein in your diet. It's almost the slow cooker time of the year and your body is asking you to be gentle and wise with your food and liquid choices so you can enter the colder months with a strong and healthy system. 

October brings with it some fun for you after what may have felt like a few months of hard work and not enough laughter. The creative and joyful part of your chart is being activated by the new moon this month and it's time to take advantage of this energy. It will be a social month if you so desire with great connections to groups/friends that can make you feel connected and loved. With all this excitement you need to make sure you don’t forget to take care of your body. Your nervous system is what needs some attention otherwise you will feel frazzled and overstretched by the end of the month. Oily fish, seeds, nuts, avocado can all help to fortify your electrical system. Foods high in B vitamins and magnesium such as dark green leafy veg and root vegetables will help to ground you and give you the stamina to continue your social calendar influx. Hydration is also important this month as you can easily forget to drink when you are busy. Maybe set a timer on your phone to remind you to have water 3 to 4 times a day.  Have fun but please remember your body needs to make it to the end of the month in one piece so don’t forget to eat, drink and get a bit of sleep. 

This month see’s your energy turn towards home and family matters. I know you are thinking but it is always focused on those areas, but October is even more so than normal. This is a great month for a home detox and organize both with your house but also your body. The new moon in your home sector allows you to plant the seeds for some healthy habits to be birthed over the next few months. Do a pantry and fridge clean out and restock with those foods that you know make you feel fabulous. A food, fluid and emotions diary can be a great starting point this month to really assess how the things you eat actually make you feel. You know you are an emotional eater at the best of times but when you sit back and really analyze why you are eating and set into place some new intentions around food you will be pleasantly surprised how quickly the results will show up. By month's end your star is shining in the limelight, especially with work and career so get yourself prepped and ready for all this fabulous attention.  Eating meals at set times, not overdoing the sweets/starches, and including lots of lightly steamed greens will keep your system feeling light and regular. 

October is a month of connections and aspirations for you. The energy is asking you to focus on communication, inspiration and getting the little things organized and into place for some bigger picture happenings by the end of the year. This month may be busier than you expected, and this can take its toll on both your nervous system and your liver if you are not careful with the alcohol consumption. Your mind is at warp speed and when you get into your creative groove it can be hard to remember to eat and drink appropriately. Doing some meal prep on the weekend, stocking some healthy snacks to have on hand and buying some of your favorite herb teas to have within easy reach may be a way to minimize poor choices while busy. The nervous system needs support so a focus on magnesium rich foods as well as B vitamins and oily fish or fish oils can help to fortify your system. Soda water, kombucha and dandelion coffee/tea can also be great alternatives to caffeine or alcohol. Enjoy this month’s creative spark but remember your body needs to make it to the end of the month in one piece so please fill up your gas tank with some healthy choices. 

It's back to basics for you Virgos after all the festivities of celebrating your birthday and the equinox. The planetary energies are asking you to analyze and assess what is of value in your life and what needs to be released. I am not just talking about cleaning the house clean out but also a health cleanse as well. You are usually great at knowing what your body does and doesn’t want in its system and its time to take this to the next level of awareness. Think of October as planting the health seeds in your garden of what you want to manifest over the next 3-6 months. What is your long-term goal for your health and body and get this into a baby step actionable plan? Your intestines and their flow need some attention as well. Yoghurt and other cultured foods, fibre, green leafy veg, fennel and even some digestive bitters can all be of assistance. Probiotics, digestive teas and some deep breathing exercises or yoga can assist when the system feels a bit sluggish. You know how to take care of yourself, that is a Virgo birth right, its just time to slow things down a bit and remember to do all the amazing things you know you should do on a regular basis. 

Is your seat belt tight and secure? This month’s energy is all about you and your needs/wants. Birthday month is always a great time of year and this one is no exception. It will feel like all your hard work over the last 6 months is finally coming into flow and starting to show the results that you have rightfully earned. Forever the supporter of others in your life, October is asking you to reflect and act on what YOU want and need. There is a planetary party happening this month in Libra that needs some self-focused attention. Make a list or create a vision board about what you want the next year to look and feel like, the sky's the limit. Your adrenals are needing a bit of attention after all the stress of the last 6 months, herbs such as Ashwagandha, Ginseng and Rhodiola can all assist to recalibrate your overworked system. Alkaline foods such as spirulina, chlorella, and wheat grass can also support you at this time. Plenty of fluids, be it water, herbal teas, matcha and kombucha are great alternatives to wine and spirits. I know it’s your birthday month and if you want to celebrate with a few drinks, enjoy yourself but just remember that you need to alternate days of celebration with some healthy choices along the way. 

In the build up to your birthday its always an interesting month. It’s a time to reflect, to do some inner work and think about what you want the next year to be about. It’s a month to retreat from the world a bit and sweep out the inner house before the universe hits the restart button on your birthday. The immune system needs support during inner work time as what we call the lymphatic system is the cleansing part of our body gets to work and it is also part of our immune system. Herbal teas such as echinacea, calendula, dandelion and nettle can all be of assistance at this time. Citrus fruits, dark red and purple berries as well as pomegranates should also be on high rotation. Vitamin C, D and zinc are the focus nutrients for your body, be it with foods or supplements. As we head into the colder months of the year, think of October as your prep and preparation month much like the animal’s that stockpile what is needed before Winter. By the time the planets all move out of their retrograde cycles you will be feeling fabulous, and in your flow, November is looking like an exciting time ahead for you, you just need to do the prep work this month in order to be at your peak when it arrives. 

October brings with it a flurry of social activity and fun to your world. After what may have felt like a work and career focused few months it's time to put the party shoes on and let loose. I know, I know that’s like asking a DJ to keep playing their favorite songs as it doesn’t take much encouragement for a Sagittarius to have some outrageous fun, but this is also a reminder that it is good for the soul. Music is medicine this month, be it going out with friends or having your own dance party at home. The people and groups you connect with this month are an important part of your emotional wellbeing so don’t hide yourself away from the world. November is your hibernation month so make sure to enjoy the festivities of October before the universe asks you to prepare for Winter and the colder months ahead. With a full dance card, it can be easy to forget you need healthy food (and fluids) to get you through your days. If you are too busy to cook daily, maybe try meal prepping for the week ahead, ordering in a healthy meal delivery service or making sure there are healthy snacks to grab as you are on your way out the door. Be careful with the amount of alcohol you think your system can handle, try alternating drinks with sparkling water and remember that burning the candle at both ends can deplete your magnesium and B vitamin stores. 

 October is a month that will make you feel happily in your groove of career and achievement focus. The new moon on the 6th is highlighting your home sector of vocation and recognition so keep doing what you do best, and you will soon see some fabulous rewards for your hard work. The first half of the month is about details and daily work but by the 20th you will start to see the top of the mountain you have been climbing. October is also asking you to think of your health and physical body as a job too. You can’t bask in all your achievements if your health isn’t strong, so it's time to pay attention to what your body and soul is asking you to do to strengthen your vitality. It's time to get out the slow cooker and make some magic with root vegetables and hearty protein foods. The best thing for you is to cook in big batches so there are leftovers for a few days. Soups, stews, and maybe even a risotto will be great food to ground you and your physical endeavors. Daily walks or other exercise to remind you that you have a body and not just a hard-working brain. Exercise is also one of the best medicines for that melancholic mood that can weigh you down when you are overworked, as are herb teas such as ashwagandha, hypericum and rosehips. Nutrients to nourish you this month include calcium, coQ10 and magnesium. 

October’s energy should be feeling fun and electric for the water bearer. It’s a month to explore your boundaries be it of the body, mind, or soul. Your creative spark should be on high volume now and it’s a great time to invent and explore what you want the next 6 months to be about. Vision board, dream big but remember to include the details of the magic you want to create. It will be a fun month that gets busy by the 15th so make sure you remember that food is needed to fuel your system and fluids are essential to keep your brain going at its normal warp speed. Your nervous system is forever in need of support and this month is no exception. Healthy oils, B vitamins and magnesium rich foods should be on high rotation as should root vegetables to keep you grounded and focused. B12 foods and vitamin D to help prep you for the coming months of busyness are also in need.  If you are having trouble winding down to sleep, a bit of valerian tea or a digestive tea may assist in stopping you from fighting flight into digestion and relax nervous system flow. 

 October is a fascinating month as you find yourself swimming in the deep end of the pool as far as emotions and intuition are concerned. It’s a time to tap into your inner urges, deep psychological patterns and uncover what reinvention and release work you want to do.  It’s a fabulous month for a detox be it food, emotions, possessions, or friends. It's time to lighten your load on all levels and this in the end will feel liberating in ways you don’t even expect. Foods to help with this process are the blue, red and purples such as; pomegranate, berries, cabbage, kale and radicchio. Herbal teas such as elderberry, dandelion, echinacea and liquorice as well.  Maybe it's even time to find an infrared sauna to sit in or a good soak in an epsom salt bath. Dry skin brushing or a good coffee scrub exfoliation can add to the process as can plenty of filtered water with lemon or limes. You will find by month's end that you feel like a snake who has shed its old skin and will be ready to step into the next phase of what life is offering, enjoy!

A few months ago I wrote all about Mercury retrograde, what it is and how it affects us. As we approach another retrograde season in just a few days (September 27th until the 17th of October) what if we chose to let this next retro be the reclaiming of our time and things? 

With each retrograde we see people upset over things not going to plan, electronics and files going missing and things in general just not flowing. What if we take this retrograde as a time of reflection, review and renew? This specific retrograde is happening just after the equinox as we enter the Autumn season in the northern hemisphere and is a time when day and light are in balance. It’s the start of a season that is about releasing what is not needed any longer and enjoying the harvest of what we have created.

So, my idea for this next Mercury retrograde period is that we take the time to slow down, look at what we have birthed and created over the last few months or year and congratulate ourselves on all the things we did manage to do. At the same time look at what in your life is not serving you any longer, what things, people and projects have you outgrown and can prune form your life. I am not saying to throw the baby out with the bathwater, but it is a fabulous time to release those things in your life that are no longer serving you and who you have become. This is a fabulous time to do a closet clean out, start on that minimalist journey you have been considering and release back to the universe all the extra baggage you have been accidentally carrying around.

As I say to my clients, if you get busy using and embracing the energy of a planet it is less likely to feel ignored and cause chaos in your life. It's like the child in the back of the class that feels ignored and starts to cause problems, they are just asking for your attention. So get busy and give Mercury some attention in the coming weeks and see how productive this next retrograde can be. 

Here is of areas to consider a Mercury review/release or tidy

• Work/life balance
• Friends
• Home/belongings
• Clothes/closet clean out
• Online platform subscriptions
• Sports equipment you don’t use
• Computer files clean out
• Organize your photos 
• Outdated concepts of yourself and your life
• Office tidy
• Pantry and kitchen drawers
• Books and magazines you no longer need
• Bathroom and beauty products you no longer use
• Supplements and kitchen items that are expired

How will you take control of this next retrograde?

With love, 

Kira

How is it that we’re in September already? Summer’s winding down and people are getting organized to get back to school, work, or just their regular rhythm of life after a long awaited summer. The Sun moved into Virgo at the end of August, and this always signifies a time of realignment, focus and detailed work. The sign of Virgo is the ruler of health and daily habits/routines and I find this time of year is the best to ‘reset’ and align your daily living with your health goals. 

This month’s new moon on the 6th is asking you to review and renew how you approach your daily life and wellness routine. Its time to get organized, down to business and decide what you want your next 4 months to look and feel like. Work is also asking you to get a bit more serious and put in the extra effort. It’s also shaping up to be a pretty social month for my rams, so be sure to get your little jobs done before the festivities begin.

It’s all about the finer details this month, so take a good look at what foods and fluids you’re choosing to put into your amazing body and make some adjustments where needed. Food sensitivities can be aggravated at this time, so be aware of bloating, bowel changes and skin irritations that can all be from improper food choices. Apple cider vinegar, or hot water and lemon, is a fabulous tonic to the digestive system as is fibre, probiotics, fermented foods, and bitter green salads. Maybe even try meal prep for the week and see if that not only saves time but enhances your overall healthy food intake.  

This month for the bull starts off with great energy for play and creativity but gets a bit more serious by the months end. Use the first two weeks for creative endeavors and social outings, as the second half of the month is about hard work and the details of daily life. The new moon on the 6th of September asks you what you are wanting to cook and create as Autumn arrives and the cooler months allow for more work and less leisure time. September’s energy can be useful to get those projects underway that you’ve been putting off all summer and plant the seeds of what you want to manifest for the next season. The world is asking you to see the bigger picture and to use your gifts on a larger scale. You just need to decide which of your gifts are the ones you’re willing to share. Your nervous system, though steady and strong, needs some TLC this month too. Seeds, nuts, avocado and olive oil can all help nourish your frazzled system, as can chamomile tea with honey. A few nights off from the alcohol, replace with sparkling water, will do your adrenals a world of good.

September brings its busy energy for the dynamic twins this month. It may feel like you’re being pulled in two directions. Work and  social life may demand lots of your time, yet you’ll have a yearning to be at home, under the covers, resting and retreating from the chaos of the world. I’d suggest that you embody both sides of this crazy month and make sure not all your time and energy go into just one direction. Really sit with your calendar before making commitments that you’ll later want to back out of. Take a few minutes or hours before saying yes and block out that sacred self-time so you can have a soak in the bath, walk in the park by yourself, or lay in bed all day reading an amazing book or binging your favorite shows. Your emotions (yes, emotions) will at times feel a bit big and hard to harness, be aware not to stress/comfort eat when things ramp up.

Great soups, slow cooked meals and light salads or juicy berries will help to satisfy, without throwing the healthy eating out the window. The warmth of summer is still around but your digestive system may feel a bit sensitive so take it easy with spices and complex meals. Keep it simple and your stomach will thank you. Go easy on the caffeine and alcohol and bring in green juices and frozen berry smoothies; if all else fails, probiotics and yogurt may be your best friend.  

As the heat of summer winds down it’s time to get yourself into gear about what you want the next four months to look and feel like. Your mind and imagination are on full power now, so use them while the energy is high. Make a vision board for the rest of 2021; creative journaling and other forms of communication will help you harness this upswing of ideas. Think big picture and create a blueprint for what you want to happen. There’s some magic in the air for Cancers this September so dream big, but don’t forget to ground yourself and do the work as well.

Your nervous system will need some love as you whiz through this month. Plenty of B vitamins, magnesium rich foods, and some grounding root vegetables will all help to support you and your system.  Don’t forget to eat and hydrate at regular times. Setting a watch to remind you of mealtimes may help, as when the brain gets busy it’s easy to forget you need to nourish as well. 

September brings with it an interesting energy for you now that your birthday is over, the parties have died down and the energy is slowing. Yes, I’m sure it was a fun summer, but it’s time for the lions to get down and dirty with work and commitments that have been pushed to the side during the festivities. This month’s new moon is asking you what you value in your life, work and even with your physical body. What do you want to set into motion to get the most out of the Autumn months and yourself? This is not the time to rush about and make huge changes, but instead, the energy to assess and evaluate what you value and what you want to discard or have outgrown.

Your liver and bowels can use a little bit of extra love while this is happening as they are both organs of elimination. While you’re mentally letting go of things it’s a great time to do physical detoxification too. Green juices and smoothies, hot water and lemon juice, fibre, and even some dry skin brushing can all be of assistance. Dandelion tea and other liver tonics will also come to your aid. Yes, that also means to cut back on the alcohol and rich gourmet foods too.

 Birthday month and new moon blessings to my Virgo clan. It’s a magical month ahead, with lots of energy to help you create, refine, analyze, and do all those small tasks that love to do. This month’s new moon in Virgo highlights all that you love and thrive on. Take the opportunity to use this sympathetic energy and get yourself organized on a level that you often only dream of. Autumn is around the corner, but you can do a spring clean of all things and areas of your life this month with great success. This is especially true when it comes to your health and physical body. What plans and actions can you take this month to fine tune your physical self? A new yoga or Pilates class? How about that amazing new cookbook you’ve been thinking of getting?

Your adrenals will need some support this month with all your busy plans. Make sure they get enough B vitamins, magnesium, and some herbs such as Ashwagandha, Liquorice or medicinal mushroom extracts. Olives, dark green bitter salads, and fennel will also give an extra lift to your sensitive digestive system. Enjoy the harvest of what you have created in life, but plan for what you want the next year’s harvest to look like as well.  

This month’s energy starts off a bit slow for you with the new moon activating your reflective, intuitive nature. Take the first few weeks to tune back into what your needs are, and what you want to create for your future self. Energy may be a bit low and it’s a great time to retreat, nourish your body with delicious, cooked vegetables and ample protein to support your immune system. There’s a balancing act to be found between retreating and getting the hard work done.

By the second half of the month, you will need to get your running shoes on to keep up with the energy that starts around the time of the equinox. After the dreamy start to the month, the last 2 weeks are all detail, work, and focus on daily health. Ask yourself how you can be of service to your own body and its needs? What routines do you need to implement for improving and refining your wellbeing? Be gentle with your digestion. Focus on how foods and drinks make you feel, both physically and energetically. Tap into your intuitive side, and then adjust.  

September sees you in a balancing act between your creative self and what the world is asking of you. There’ll be a feeling that you have to pick one or the other, but if you sit back and observe the energy, you’ll realize that you can have both. This month’s new moon is asking you to birth ideas/plans that are bigger picture and make an impact not just for yourself but for those in your community. Once these ideas start to unfold it’s time to add your deep, creative spark into the mix to grow your idea into something amazing.

It’s a manifesting month for you so take advantage of this creative energy. Your nervous system and adrenals will need a little focus while you’re busy creating. Make sure to not over do the caffeine and sugar; they’ll give you a hit of energy but in the end will tax your system to a level of depletion that can be hard to rebuild. Making sure to get adequate sleep, be it at night or napping, is on the cards for recharging the batteries. Breathing exercises will also revitalize the nerves. Grounding foods, like  root vegetables and autumn frets, will keep your system running smooth. 

What’s not to love about September’s energy for the mighty centaur? The start of the month sees your focus on vocation and career paths with not as much play as you’re used to. The new moon sees you starting great projects that then need a good amount of time to ‘cook’ and become what they’re meant to be. Be patient, as this process needs to unfold in its own time. The harder you push, the more it’ll feel like it’s out of your reach. At the same time pushing will tax your energy levels and potentially your hormones as well.

It’s a month to focus on balance between work and home life. Do you need to schedule your down time just as you do your social and work calendars? Consider a staycation where you blockout some time to nourish yourself in your home environment and get your body and mind back into a well-rested, balanced feel. Digestive bitters, dark salad greens, olives, lemon, and apple cider vinegar can all come in handy when the stomach feels a bit out of sorts. Liver work via herbs, fiber, and less alcohol will help to bring the hormones back into balance, as would a bit of added zinc from foods or a supplement. 

Is it time for an adventure? This month’s energy sees you shift form your typical work ethic to a feeling that life needs to be a bit more expansive and adventurous. This doesn’t have to be a physical trip, though that could be great, but a growth in mind set, philosophy and spiritual practice could be on the cards. Reading, writing and travel can all bring about growth on an inner level, and September is asking you consider these activities as medicine for what feels stuck in your life. What have you wanted to do, change, or learn about but haven’t had the time to put into action? What about a new sport, gym, or martial arts class to change things up? Your body is asking for movement of all type, so get the running or dance shoes on and let the physical be your remedy. Your lungs could use some stretching too, be it from exercise or learning a new breathing technique such as Buteyko or Wim Hof style breathing. When you enhance your lung volume it tones your vagal nerve, thus helping your gut-brain axis and overall, wellbeing. B vitamins, magnesium and zinc can all go a long way to supporting your nervous system this month too, as you unwind form work but start some great physical adventures. Go climb a literal mountain, rather than the work ones

September starts off as a deep, inner reflective month where you are examining the depths of your soul and inner urges. What do you want to birth over the next few months that will nourish you on a deeper level? What do you need to bring into your life that’ll make it feel more substantial? It’s time to look under the covers and see what you really want to be focusing on in life, be it relationships, work, and please don’t forget about health. What’s of value and what is it time to let go of? It’s a good month to get the journal and make a list, or many lists! Really examine what you’re wanting to manifest in your life, as you have the energy and drive to make these things happen by years end.

With all this reflection and analysis, it’s easy to forget you live in a physical body! Be sure to check in with yourself now and then to make sure you have eaten breakfast or at least lunch, and that you’re not too dehydrated. A bit of a physical detox can also help with processing the mental clutter you are moving through. Citrus fruits, some extra fibre, and probiotic rich foods can all assist in keeping your bowels and digestive system in balance. Autumn vegetables are also great for grounding your body and keeping your energy levels high enough to keep up with your lightning quick brain.

September may feel like two completely different months by the time you get to months’ end. The first half of the cycle sees your energy a bit on the low side, yet your social life on the busy side which can lead to energy depletion and scattering. Be aware of your limits as you have a habit of over giving when others are in crisis and this only further zaps your energy stores. Yes, you’re being kind and helping others, but you also need to keep energy for yourself. It can be a great time to start a new joint project, join a new group to meet people, or find a fun romance where you least expect it. Something new is being birthed in your relationship sector of your chart, and you want to make sure you have the energy to enjoy this.

The second half of September brings an energy of ‘self-care’, as focus on your needs and wants. The full moon near months’ end highlights your own personal superpowers and long-awaited personal goals are within reach. Your energy levels might not be on fire this month, so make sure you don’t just push through using sugar, caffeine, or alcohol. Your adrenals will need extra love to keep you going. Magnesium, CoQ10, B vitamins and great adaptogen herbs such as Ashwagandha and Astragalus won’t go astray either. Maybe swap out sugar and caffeine for a  matcha tea or yummy raw cacao drink and find the sacred energy that’s within, rather than the hit from external foods and drinks. 

As the internet explodes with information about astrology, I find I am bombarded with Insta posts, email newsletters and TikTok reels about the new and full moon and what it means. If I didn’t have a good depth of information on them already, I would be very confused and overwhelmed. So, I thought I would teach you all a bit about the cycle of the Moon and why it's so fantastic to follow for creating things in your daily life and to find a rhythm in the chaos of life.

The moon has approximately a 28-day cycle from new moon all the way to full moon and then back again. The waxing or growing part of the cycle is from new moon to full moon. The waning or decreasing part of the cycle is from the full moon to the new moon. This 2-part cycle has been used by many to represent when we create and grow things in the waxing phase, whereas the waning phase is used to release and let go. It's a fabulous cycle to be aware of as many will find if they start projects on the new moon that they have a good speed, rhythm, and push to create for the next 2 weeks. When we reach the full moon, it's time to sit back, reflect on what has been achieved. It can be a time to celebrate and enjoy the peak of the moon’s energy before the second part of the phase begins where we become more introspective and analytical. The waning phase is when we refine what was achieved and release those things that are no longer serving us.  

The next new moon is on the 6th of September in the sign of Virgo, whereas the next full moon will be on the 20th of September in Pisces. Put this in your calendar and think about what projects, plans and new habits you may want to create so you can get yourself organized and ready to put things into action at the next new moon.  

Have some fun with this and see what you can manifest! I find the Virgo new moon an excellent time to put health plans into action as Virgo is the detail queen and rules daily health and routine. 

What questions do you have about the new moon, full moon and rituals you can do to really feel this energy?

With love, 

Kyra

For the first half of the month, the new moon keeps the fires burning in your creativity and passion sectors. What projects and inspirations have you dreamt up over the last few weeks? It’s time to spark things into action by the 8th and then give it the energy it deserves. The second half of the month see’s you work hard to fine tune things in your life such as work or health. The past months indulgences now need to be curbed, and some serious focus on daily routine and health is on the cards.

You have the energy and planets behind you to make some great health changes; eating habits, a new gym or yoga routine, and getting yourself back in touch with nature are all great starting points.  Keep a food and emotions diary. Nourish both your nervous and digestive systems at the same time with some vagal nerve breathing, hot water with lemon slices, probiotics, and kombucha or sauerkraut. Your body will love you for it. Lemon balm, chamomile and liquorice are all great teas for you this August, as are bitter foods and leafy greens.

This month’s energy has you focusing on home and digestion to start with. It’s time to take a good look at how you’re feeling, both physically and emotionally, and adjust where necessary. Don’t just think about changing but make the effort to do the adjustments. And not just think about them. I see you Taurus, and I know you’ll feel so much better if you take those first steps to get the ball rolling with food and exercise.

The first half of the month you can use for assessing what needs to change and the second half of the month is about you acting. Choose one or two things that you know will make an impact and stick to the schedule. Be aware that work will be a highlight this month too, with rewards and recognition on the cards. Just don’t forget that all work and no play does not sit well with your body. Take some timeout in nature, go barefoot on the grass or nap in the sunshine. Watch the emotional eating and do remember to eat your greens. Try a new healthy smoothie or green juice to start the day, watch the red wine intake and be aware of what your body is telling you through digestive symptoms. Peaches, apricots, and other stone fruit are a great option instead of treats and sweets. 

Did you get your creative on last month? You might have had a million ideas and plans downloading from the universe almost faster than you could write them down! This month sees you plant the seeds of some fun projects and put thoughts into action. Watch that you don’t forget to take care of your physical body, as you set the world on fire with your new ideas.

Check in with yourself, when was the last time you ate or drank something? When did you last get up from the desk and do some movement? The more attention you pay to your physical body this month the more balanced you will feel. Stress can really impact your digestion, and some good probiotic foods, seeds and nuts high in the good oils as well as digestive teas will all help to sooth your system. Watch the sweet tooth this month and try for some main meals, rather than snacking throughout the day. 

It’s an interesting month for you as there is a need to assess what’s of real value in your life and what you no longer need and can release back to the universe. This may include looking across friends, possessions, and habits. Ask yourself what’s of real importance and value to me? What’s not serving my best interests anymore?

There will be a tug of war between pleasure foods and the desire to detox and cleanse on a physical level. It’s time to check in with what you’re choosing to eat and why, before it makes it into the grocery cart or onto your dinner plate. Making some clear habits and food changes now can have a lasting effect on your health and wellbeing this month. Fiber rich foods, oats, stone fruits and the broccoli family can all be of great value. Watch the emotional eating and instead, reach for a sweet herbal/fruit or lemon and ginger tea to settle the nerves. 

Are you ready to keep the fun going this month?!  I know you must have enjoyed the last few weeks with all the Leo energy around; why stop now? You’re turning up the volume in many areas of your life; creativity, passion, relationships, or amplifying your self-focused time and activities. I hope all this pre-season Leo energy has been feeling good and you have used it well.

August see’s you getting to continue this focus with a dash of discipline needed to be thrown into the mix. You have the chance to put some great ideas into action around your own health and wellbeing. This month have a think about what you want to manifest in your physical realm and then take some action. By month’s end the parties will have slowed down, and it will be time for some routine and healthy habits to take center stage. Your adrenals may need some down time after the last few weeks. B vitamins, magnesium and some Ashwagandha can all come to the rescue here. 

The astro energy of August comes together, and by mid-month you should be well aligned for your approaching birthday. The start of the month see’s you reflect on what you’ve been doing and achieving you’re taking stock on what the results are for the efforts you’ve been putting into life. Take some time out to really look at this and what you want the next year to be about. It’s a great month to reflect and write about all your plans to conquer the world in the next 6-12 months. The energies are aligning for you, but you’ll have to slow down to focus on what’s important and then go and do it.

Watch your immune system and support it with some great nutrients, such as probiotics, zinc and vitamin C. Use some great spices in your cooking and don’t forget the garlic and onions too. I’m excited for you this month and can’t wait to see what you create for yourself. It’s ‘you’ time rather than you being of service to those around you. 

It’s a practical month for you ahead, with a little bit of fun and sparkle thrown in too. I know that sounds like opposite statements, but that’s what this month is all about. The universe is asking you to be sensible, practical and think on a global level about the needs of those around you and how you can help others. The other energy this month is about creativity, play and a bit of passion - if that’s what you’re wanting!

You can see both sides of any situation, and this month is about experiencing both sides of life as well. Make sure to alternate between work and play, helping others, and indulging yourself; be it in art, spirituality, or romance. Music and dancing, with friends or at home, is important in helping you find your rhythm and groove. Magnesium rich foods, B vitamins and plenty of fresh water will keep your system feeling balanced and running on all cylinders. 

What are your big wishes and wants for your work and career right now? This is the month to get those thoughts into action and potentially reap the rewards of your previous hard work. There will be a need to balance home and work life. As you find your work is finally getting the attention it deserves, you’ll realize that your home life can’t be ignored either. It’s a month to support your digestive system as well as your skin. As you power through the month, make sure to drink plenty of water and not to go too crazy with the caffeine or alcohol.

August has a serious feel to it; but know that it’s the work that needs to be done, before the social scene calls you and keeps you busy. It’s a good month to consider all offers and invites for a little while before committing to anything, just to make sure it’s in alignment with what you really want to be doing and creating. Get yourself into the sunshine for some extra vitamin D. Finding some water to chill out next to, be it the beach, a lake or a pool will help to rejuvenate you during what can be a great but hard-working month ahead. 

It’s a good vibe month for you my centaurs, with lots of astro activity happening in areas that sing to your soul. What adventures and philosophy do you want to focus on this month? It’s time for you to get your travel on, be it physical or in your mind. The planets are asking you to think big, get creative, and manifest those things you have been thinking about but not actioning.

Be aware that all this activity can be draining to the nervous system and you may find it tricky to unwind and relax. Support your body with some good fish oils, seeds, nuts, and avocado to coat the nerves and nourish the skin. Your liver and detox organs also need a break. Make sure that with all your ‘busy’ you don’t just rely on pre-made meals and take-away to get you through. Be mindful of the alcohol intake as well, too much socializing can see you deplete your energy stores. Starting the day with hot water with lemon slices or a teaspoon of apple cider vinegar is a great reset to bring into your routine. Enjoy the month as you can achieve a lot, be it with work or play.

The energy of August is a deep dive into your inner life and best kept secrets. What urges do you have deep down that you have always wanted to act on? Now is the time to bring some of these long-held desires into the daylight and act on what you really want to create in your work life.

There are some solid foundations to be planned, and this can be a bit taxing to your physical body. Your health is asking you to make sure you’re remembering to eat at regular times while you’re conquering the world. Digestion, bowels, and hormones are all in the spotlight. Make sure you are getting enough magnesium, zinc and B vitamins to keep you in balance and flow. Extra fiber from foods to keep the bowels happy will go a long way to making you feel you’re running at optimum speed. The broccoli family is great for fiber and helping to keep you in hormonal balance too. Yes, you can be your serious self and get lots of work done, but just remember your body's a work in process as well. 

This month’s energy sees a tug of war between your needs and wanting to help others. You can achieve a balance here if you remember to give to yourself first. Then you’ll have the energy and ability to support others when it’s needed, without draining your own energy. The adrenals are asking for some extra support; matcha tea, a little less coffee, and some extra ashwagandha can all help to support our nerves and stress response.

Make sure to keep your fluid levels high with clean, healthy drinks. The heat of Summer can really dry out a system that already doesn’t have much moisture. Stone fruits, cucumbers and other summer vegetables can help with increasing moisture levels; as can cooling off near a body of water, if you can access one. Relationships are highlighted by the end of the month, so make sure you take care of yourself in the first two weeks of August in preparation for a whirlwind of social activity and connection by the month's end. 

As the Sun nears opposing your birth month, August is the month for this fish to do some preparation. This is a time to slow down, nurture yourself and not push too hard in projects or activities. Energy may feel a bit low at this time and it’s good to surrender to this slower pace. Take a nap or, if possible, take a whole day off. I would say it’s a rejuvenation month, where you cocoon yourself rather than trying to conquer the world.

Support your immune system with some good vitamin D, be it sunshine, food or supplements. Echinacea and rosehip tea can help gently support your system, as can all the great vitamin C fruits and vegetables. Grab a great book and relax by the pool or ocean, go for some long slow walks in nature, and take as many naps as your body wants. Get your diary out and organize some good health routines and habits for the next 6 month; the energy is there for planning, rather than doing. 

As a practicing Australian Naturopath, Nutritionist and Astrologer I have the great pleasure of getting to combine my favorite topics and use them in differing amounts to produce many elixirs for healing. 

Even if someone does not know their birth time you can look up in books or websites what sign the Moon was in on a certain day. Websites such as Astro.com or even my website Astrologyofhealth.com you can enter in your birth data and locate what sign the Moon was in. Now most of us read astrology columns for our Sun sign and that is great fun but there are many other things to looks into. I talked last month about your Rising Sig or Ascendant and I wanted to introduce you to your Moon sign this month as it has a lot of sway over your emotions as well as your food choices. 

When we then take the Moon in to the Medical Astrology paradigm, the definitions or key words we need to remember are receptive, nurturing, enfolding, instinct, intuition, emotion, rhythms and cycles. It rules the fluids of the body, the mucus membranes, the uterus, the breasts, the chest region, the stomach, and upper digestive function. It rules daily habits, both the good and the bad, is liable to fluctuations and is partially to blame for our chosen eating patterns and emotional links to illness. 

So how can we support our Moon so that she can in turn nurture us? This is where I love to explain to clients how making health a daily ritual, creating supportive habits, and accepting our innate weaknesses can all be beneficial so that we can recognize when we are self-sabotaging and going astray. 

Let’s take a look at each of the Moon signs, what they rule, how they are expressed as well as the foods and other natural therapies that can be used to support each individual sign. This article is in no way to replace a medical diagnosis. Please seek medical/professional advice when in doubt or before starting a treatment or taking herbal medicine. 

Aries Moon 

The Aries Moon type will be childlike, overstimulated and rush about which in turn depletes their energy reserves and taxes their adrenals. They will push their body until exhaustion. They are quick eaters, often choosing fast foods and readymade meal to save time. Indigestion, heart burn and bloating can result from their food choices and lack of chewing. As Aries rules the head region of the body, they will be prone to headaches, fevers and head colds. They can be quite pain sensitive and will have redness, swelling and inflammation quickly. When feeling unwell they need alone time in quiet surroundings to recuperate, fussing over them will only cause aggravation. 

Healing strategies:

• Eating by element (see table)
• Cooling foods, decrease onions, garlic and spices
• Swimming, especially in the ocean or immersion into any cool body of water
• Resting, reading and journaling
• Herbal teas: Peppermint, nettle, green and liquorice tea

Taurus Moon 

The Taurus Moon brings a strong and sturdy constitution with great stamina and endurance. Care must be taken as Taurus rules the 5 senses including taste and thus, they tend to overindulge in food and drink leading to easy weight gain. Seldom unwell due to their strong constitution, they can easily overcome illnesses that would put weaker signs into bed. The downside to this strength is their stubborn nature which can make lifestyle changes a bit slow. Areas of disturbance are bowels, throat and thyroid. When unwell they need positive people and music to lighten the mood. 

Healing strategies: 

• Earth diet (see table)
• Lighter meals, salads, bitter foods and soups
• Routine and regular habits
• Exercise and movement (try something with music)
• Temperance in food and alcohol
• Hot water with lemon slices or apple cider vinegar
• Herbal teas: Dandelion, Chai and digestive teas, Chamomile, Elderberry and Lemon balm

Gemini Moon 

This air Moon loves to study, learn and search for new information leading to their nervous system being overtaxed and frazzled. They can be high energy and then experience exhaustion all within a few hours. They need to take planned down time, or they will suffer burnout quite easily.  They can forget to eat or drink; thus dehydration and blood sugar levels need to be watched. Learning to check in with what their physical body wants is an important skill for them to learn. When unwell they need a change of environment, lots of fresh air to support their lungs and light exercise in nature to ground and recharge. 

Healing strategies:

• Air diet (see table)
• Mental and nerve building foods such as: seeds and nuts, olive oil and avocado
• Protein foods that are not dairy as they have a tendency to mucus congestion
• Grounding / outdoor activity
• Sunshine and saltwater
• Herbal teas: Nettle, Lemon balm, Skullcap and Echinacea

Cancer Moon

This Moon sign is the nurturer of the zodiac but must remember to ‘self-care’ too. They tend to digestive upsets, emotional eating and worry which can lead to more digestive and emotional upsets.  The Cancer Moon has great imaginative skills, but this too can lead to worry and anxiety over imagined health issues. The chest region is liable to mucus congestion and in females there can be period and hormonal issues. When things are not flowing well emotionally, they tend not to flow well physically either. They need nurturing and mothering from others when unwell, with access to whatever body of water is near by.

Healing strategies:

• Water diet (see table)
• Nurturing foods like soups and stews
• Watching the emotional eating and finding another outlet not involving food
• Ocean, bathtub or other forms of water immersion
• Company and socialising with nurturing friends
• Herbal Teas: Chamomile, Peppermint, any digestive tea, Lemon Verbena

Leo Moon:

This strong fire Moon constitution rarely gets sick, they can push on through stress that would knock most other people sideways. This is a great asset for getting things done but can lead to burnout or anxiety. Leo rules the heart and emotional upsets can trigger feelings of panic and heart palpitations. They carry their stress in their upper back and do well to have regular massages or other types of physical treatments. Not easy patients when unwell they can become prickly and need to be left on their own to recuperate. Finding gentle activities and exercise such as yoga or Pilates can be great when trying to discharge their pent-up stress. 

Healing strategies:

• Fire diet (see table)
• Adequate water intake with electrolytes
• Relaxing movement style exercise
• Solitude and journaling their emotions
• Cooling activities such as swimming
• Herbal Teas: Valerian, Motherwort, Chamomile

Virgo Moon 

The signature of this Moon with health problems is an overtaxed nervous system leading to digestive/intestinal upsets. One of the hardest working Moons of the zodiac and with their slightly perfectionistic tendencies this can lead to exhaustion. Blood sugar issues can also occur if the Virgo Moon forgoes eating for finishing work projects. Meals at regular intervals and a proper sleep routine will go a long way to nourishing their body and mind.  Food sensitivities must be considered as their small intestine rulership can lead to issues of IBS and or constipation. 

Healing strategies:

• Earth diet
• Food diary with symptoms to uncover food sensitivities
• Regular routine and sleep
• Hot water with lemon slices
• Nature, grounding and walking in the woods
• Yoga and other gentle forms of exercise
• Herbal teas: Fennel, Dandelion, Ginger

Libra Moon

This Moon is all about balance and helping the ‘other’ which in turn means they don’t spend enough energy on keeping themselves healthy. Libra Moon rules the urinary system as well as fluid and hormone balance.  Metabolism can be slower and they must be careful to balance their food indulgences with some good movement.  An unwell Libra Moon needs company, music to get the body back into equilibrium. They must remember to give back to themselves rather than always making sure everyone else is happy. 

Healing strategies:

• Air diet
• Good hydration and alkaline style eating
• Seaweed, salads and bitter greens
• Walking, yoga and other forms of exercise
• Music, laughter and fresh air
• Herbal Teas: Nettle, Liquorice, Green tea and Lemon juice in hot water

Scorpio Moon

This Moon is strong, resilient, and deep! They have amazing recuperative abilities which is great as the water Moons are more prone to illnesses due to their magnetic nature. Scorpio rules the reproductive system, the bowels and detoxification processes.  Holding on to emotional residue can lead to physical ailments and they are prone to constipation as well as urinary issues. Getting the Scorpio Moon to sweat via sports, saunas or hot baths can be a great therapy for both physical and emotional congestion. When unwell give them a lot of space and quiet time to recuperate.  

Healing strategies:

• Water diet
• Good hydration practices
• Fresh fruits and vegetables with lots of natural fiber
• Hot water and lemon juice or apple cider vinegar or Aloe Vera juice
• Nothing in excess, especially salty foods
• Exercise, sweating and water therapies
• Nature, grounding and reflection time or journaling
• Herbal Teas: Valerian, Dandelion, Liquorice or Elderberry tea

Sagittarius Moon

This gregarious Moon can overextend themselves and run into issues of burnout. Their love of freedom, travel and adventure can lead to accidents and injuries while in motion. Not wanting to be ‘limited’ in any way can lead to excess food and drink putting stress on their liver and digestive system.  Exercise is mandatory for this Moon to stay healthy.  It’s a matter of not doing too much or doing it too fast. The nerves and adrenals can suffer and need support.  Sleep, time in nature and a good book will see them on the road to recovery.

Healing strategies:

• Fire diet
• Rest and relax, try reading a book to keep still
• Gentle exercise such as yoga and walking in nature
• Moderation in food and drink
• Sleep, naps and slowing down
• Socializing, music and dancing
• Herbal teas: Dandelion, Nettle and Skullcap

Capricorn Moon 

This earth Moon has rulership of the skin and skeleton as well as all things of form and structure. It is a colder constitution with little vital heat and a tendency to melancholy. The good news is they get stronger with every year and often sickly Capricorn Moon children will be one of the healthiest of adults. This Moon tends to hide away when unwell or feeling down, the best therapy for them is socializing and music to shift them into a better place. Nature, not oversleeping and some gentle movement in the sunshine will help lift their spirits.

Healing strategies:

• Earth diet
• Digestive bitters and alkaline style diet
• Laughter is their best medicine, socializing and contact with friends
• Exercise, walking in nature and the mountains
• Regular sleep routine
• Warming and well-cooked foods
• Temperance with alcohol and fermented foods
• Herbal teas: Chamomile, Passionflower, Skullcap, Yarrow, Echinacea

Aquarius Moon

This unique Moon sign is ahead of their time, with a busy brain and imagination leading to an overtaxed nervous system. Aquarius rules the messages sent via the nerves and they can easily experience heart palpitations, anxiety, or insomnia. The heart and circulation can also be affected as can the ankles and calves which are prone to cramps and sprains. Their ungrounded nature means it is easy to forget self-care and daily routines. Reminders to eat and exercise can go a long way to keeping this air Moon in a good place. When unwell they need rest, lack of mental stimulation and nature if you can convince them to go outside. 

Healing strategies:

• Air diet
• Adequate hydration and regular mealtimes
• Acupuncture and massage
• Exercise and deep breathing or singing
• Socializing and dancing or yoga
• Journaling and creative endeavors
• Herbal Teas: lemon Balm, Chamomile, Skullcap

Pisces Moon

This sensitive soul has an abundance of creativity and intuition though this can lead to a lack of boundaries and exhaustion. Pisces rules both the immune and lymphatic systems and there is a tendency to pick up every illness going around. The Pisces Moon can also try an escape how they feel with the use of food and alcohol, so take care this does not become a go to ‘stress’ strategy.  There is trouble noticing when they have eaten enough as their lack of boundaries comes into play with their digestive system.  A colder constitution, lacking vital heat the circulation to the limbs and especially the feet can lead to foot issues or a good shoe addiction.  

Healing strategies:

• Water diet
• Grounding exercises and getting outdoors into nature
• Adequate hydration and sleep schedule
• Journaling rather than internalizing emotions and creating physical ailments
• Resting when tired so their sensitive constitution does not become depleted
• Taking time for self rather than rescuing everyone around them
• Fresh air and sunshine
• Water therapy such as: baths, swimming and getting to the ocean or lake
• Herbal teas: Echinacea, Sage, Yarrow and Rosehips

Moon Foods and Diet

One of the simplest ways to support your Moon is to look to its elemental nature. Keeping a food, fluid, physical and emotional diary for a week can tell you an enormous amount about why you eat, how your body reacts to foods and what makes you feel energized. It can show you which foods make you feel poor, bloated, or cranky. Have fun with the elemental lists below and see how you go.

There’s a joy to this month's astrology! Yes, there’ll be a few days that aren’t as smooth as some but overall, there’s a buoyant feel to the planetary lineups. Summer’s in full swing, and the energies of the planets are in many creative and adventurous signs. This makes July a great month to seize the day! Go on those adventures you’ve been postponing for the last 18 months, or at least get creative in your home environment and make the most of the upswing of energy that’s all around us. 

The last few months have felt like hard work for you, but July should bring with it feelings of passion and fun! With both Mars and Venus lighting up the creativity and love-affairs sector of your chart, it’s a good time to go forth and manifest what you’ve been dreaming of. Getting active and sporty is also on the cards, be it in the bedroom or at the gym; it’s time to sweat and get the body moving! 

This month's new moon highlights your digestive system and emotional links to foods. Perhaps track your food intake, as well as energy and emotions, to see where you’re sabotaging yourself.  Do a kitchen clean out and press the reset button on some healthy habits. By month's end you’ll be feeling vibrant and ready for a super social August. 

Whether you like it or not, you’re in the spotlight this month! Get ready for some social activity and a busy home front as well. It seems like no matter what you do, there are social invites or visitors dropping by and interrupting your normally placid home life.  It’s a month where some great connections are to be made, beneficial to both your family life and career. So be sure to enjoy the busyness that July brings, and you’ll reap the rewards as the year progresses. 

Your nervous system may feel a bit frazzled from all the activity, so make sure you’re getting enough sleep! Some good time in the sunshine with gentle sports and a great book sitting by the pool (if possible), will help balance you. Be aware of overdoing the stimulants and alcohol with your busy social calendar. Set yourself the challenge of eating healthy whilst out to dinner, rather than always thinking of it as treat time. 

After a busy birthday month, you may feel you need some rest, but the stars have other plans for you! With both Venus and Mars in your home area of communication and study, it’s a great month for connecting with others, especially if it's over books, study, or short travel trips. 

The new moon is highlighting what you value in life, so it’s a great time to review what you’re doing for your health. Think about the importance you place on exercise/movement and the quality of the foods you’re eating. Be adventurous!  Try some new international recipes and restaurants or find a new style of yoga or meditation class that broadens your spiritual horizon; your tired and wired nervous system will thank you. 

It’s a fabulous month for your sign, with birthday celebrations and the new moon highlighting who you are and your personal mojo. It’s a great month to set in motion what you want to manifest for yourself over the next 6 months. Make a vision board, start a journal of your biggest wishes, and see what you’re capable of manifesting! 

This month your adrenals will need a bit of support; a busy social schedule may incline you to overdo the caffeine or alcohol. Swap them out for some ginseng, matcha or raw cacao instead. There’s some indulgence on the cards too, so make sure to balance the treats with some fresh salads, green juices, and smoothies to keep the digestive system in flow. Have a great month and celebrate yourself! 

This pre and birthday month is full of dichotomies for you my Leos. There’s much to be social about; a sense of freedom and self-awareness, with growth and action to be taken. Both Mars and Venus are in your personal sector, so it’ll feel like the limelight is focused just on you for the month of July. To take advantage of this great mojo, be sure to find those things in life you want to stretch and grow with; consider what you want the next few months to look like and take action NOW!

The new moon on the 9th of July brings a feeling to do inner work, in private. Go deeper within to search for your own spiritual needs. This may look like meditation, bubble baths with candles or journaling about what you want to ‘seed’ for the next 6 months. Just don’t forget to do the work! With so much great mojo and attention happening, be sure to support your adrenals with some matcha or liquorice tea rather than having that 3rd espresso of the day. Despite all the parties being thrown in your honor, be sure to get plenty of beauty sleep, and not to overdo the alcohol!

There’s a calmness to July that will suit you well, my Virgos. It may feel like the world has finally slowed down enough for you to catch your breath, rebalance your nerves, and get on with what really matters in life. The past few months have been a bit energetically chaotic for you, and July finally brings some soothing energy for you to create and rest. It’s a great month to unplug from the art world, go into your own cocoon, and dream up what you want to create for the next 6 months.

Your body is asking for a time out; so, rest, sleep, stretch and do some great yoga sequences to answer it’s call. Even with all this rest and rebalance, never fear; it’s still a super productive month, it’s just not as outwardly social and chaotic. Connect with those who are most important to you and leave the rest of the invites unopened. Tap into your intuitive side and listen to what the universe and your body is trying to tell you. 

I’m excited for you this month as it’s looking like a powerhouse of planetary energies in your favor. This month’s new moon is seeding great opportunities in your work sector, so lay the plans and visions for future work growth, because the sky’s the limit. Creativity and fun are on the cards this month, as are social gatherings, love affairs and some good passionate energy - be it for creative projects or people. It’s a pleasure month, so take advantage of this energy and get yourself into the action! Think about joining an art class, going on a hot date, or dancing with friends.

Joyful July is expansive for you, just make sure you don’t burn the candle at both ends, and ensure you find some quiet time to balance yourself.  After those big nights out, make sure to have plenty of warm water and lemon, summer naps in the sun, and try get back into a good sleep routine. Bitter green salads and fresh juices will help your digestion after those fancy dinners with friends. You know what balance is about, so don’t forget to make sure this is happening too.

I’m super excited for what July holds for you, Scorpio! The inner planets, Mars and Venus will be highlighting your work/career sector, and the new moon will be activating the adventure and spiritual side of your chart. July is a month to take action with work and career, to dream big about what you want to create and then take steps to make it happen. It’ll feel like the ancient gods are in your favor. 

Don’t overthink what you’re doing, go with your instincts, and feel what your gut is telling you to do; it will not steer you wrong this month. The full moon is also highlighting your home and family life, so be sure to find some balance between conquering the world and valuing your home front. Short trips with family or friends, some great healthy home cooking, and a good playlist to dance around the living room will all nourish your soul. 

Can you feel the adventure and excitement calling you as you dream at night? This month’s energy is perfect for the freedom loving centaur to do exactly what they want (within reason).  There’s lots to be learned, do, and be in the month of July as the planets highlight travel, adventure, and a search for meaning. Seriously, what else could you want in life?!

The new moon is asking you to go deep in your thoughts and emotions and to find the red thread to what you want to create in life for the next 6 months. It’s important to keep your eyes and ears open for the signs and hints from the universe as you’re gallivanting around in your adventures as well. There’s higher meaning to be found and processed this month regarding your true direction. Don’t overdo the alcohol or rich foods as you’re prone to do, let’s stick with excess in spirit and adventure, rather than food and drink. 

This month’s astrology is all about what you can do for those around you, while still staying true to your deep feelings, needs, and achievements. This sounds a bit tricky I know, but if you stay true to your emotions and what you value, you’ll find you have many gifts to offer those around you just by being who you truly are. This is a powerful month to make connections, solidify what you value in your life, and celebrate both. This is a month where you’ll work hard but will find many rewards, both physical and emotional, due to your efforts. 

Your body will also need some nourishment with all the hard work that is going on. Take the time to eat some nourishing meals and get enough sleep.  Also, don’t forget that your body needs to go out for some good exercise, be it hiking in nature, a great Pilates/yoga class, or a run around the block. When your brain feels like it’s in overload from too much responsibility, this is the time to get the body moving; you’ll find your thoughts organize themselves while you’re in motion. 

This is a fascinating month of duality for you my water bearers; the new moon highlighting hard work, service to others, and your daily routine. It’s time to get the work gloves on and break through all the roadblocks that have been in your way. You’ll easily get things done and the rewards will be worth it. On the flip side it’s also a social month ahead with friends and significant others wanting to play and get out and about in the world. Remember to look up from your work projects and take the time to connect with others, as this will give you more energy and rejuvenate you in ways you didn’t think possible.

The full moon near the month’s end is in your sign, which means it’s all about celebrating who you are, what you’ve created, and taking the moment to enjoy your success from the months of hard work. Treat yourself to some luxury health products or services, such as a new blender, a facial or body wrap, and a new vitamin routine or greens powder as you deserve it. 

Ok my gorgeous fish, how has the last month felt? Good I hope, with Jupiter swimming through your sign until near the month’s end when it sneaks back into Aquarius for a few months. So, what does this mean? July is the month to do your big work, vision board, ask for that promotion, get creative with what you want your life to look like, and put the plans into motion. There’s some work to be done but it’ll pay off so get your hands dirty and go after those things you’ve only been ‘dreaming’ about.

 Health wise you do need to remember that you have a physical body that needs some daily care and love. It’s a good month to set some new health goals and routines; yes, I said routine. Stop and listen to what your body is really asking for, be it green juices, fresh berries or more protein to keep you grounded. Make a plan to eat the healthiest breakfast you can each day and see how your body flows with the energy of starting the day with the right nutrients. 

The Summer Solstice marks the longest day (and shortest night) of the year in the northern hemisphere and is a celebration of the light, heat and abundance that surrounds us at this time.

There are little rituals and things that can be done to 'call in' the solstice, take some time out of your busy schedule and use this energy to give thanks and be aware of the passing of the seasons and life itself.

Here are a few rituals or activities you can take part in to celebrate today:

• Strawberries are often the first fruits of Summer to ripen. Go strawberry picking if you have a chance, make an incredible strawberry smoothie, or treat yourself to some chocolate-dipped strawberries for dessert.
• Many cultures have bonfires to symbolize the Sun at its strength. Have an evening BBQ or fire pit into the evening as you gather friends with good food to celebrate the occasion. 
• It’s a time to celebrate the light, renewal and abundance in one's life. Write down those things that you are thankful for and enjoy our evening with a lit candle if you can't have a bonfire.
• Other activities for Summer Solstice include; singing, dancing, cooking with friends, and gathering with friends for some music and celebrations.

Happy Summer Solstice, Love Club!

When we read horoscope columns, we assume they are written for our Sun sign (which is correct) but there's a second sign involved in your astrology chart that's also important to know, especially when it comes to your health and physical body. 

Your birth date tells us much more than just what your Star or Sun sign is. We know from a young age what ‘sign’ we are. That's referring to what constellation of the zodiac the Sun was passing through, thus we call it your Sun sign. 

If you want to go deeper into astrology, this is where you get someone to calculate what is known as your Natal Chart. This will show you where every planet in the solar system was the moment you were born, inclusive of both the Sun and the Moon. If you go to a website such as www.astro.com or to my website www.astrologyofhealth.com, you can get your entire natal chart calculated. What you also need is the exact time of your birth for this calculation. Try to get the time of birth as exact as possible, as the natal chart changes frequently every hour and will change how the planets express themselves. 

The Ascendant or Rising Sign as it's also known is calculated from this exact time of birth. It's taken from looking at what of the 12 zodiac constellations was rising in the East the moment you took your first breath, thus the term Rising Sign. The Ascendant is considered in astrology to be as important as ones Sun sign and is heavily involved in how others see us, how we interpret the world we experience and how our physical body functions. The Ascendant is like a filter or pair of glasses that you look through to see the world and this is why people will often say you don’t ‘seem like a Leo’. You may be presenting to others more of your rising sign which could be Pisces and thus you come across more emotional and sensitive than the average Leo.  The Ascendant is the first filter we experience life through, even before we let it get to our Sun sign. 

In medical astrology, the Rising sign is in charge of your physical body and how you react when under stress. It is often the area of the body where we have more ailments and experience more health issues. Each sign has rulership over different areas and systems of the body and the Ascendant is commonly our achilles heel. 

When reading my monthly horoscopes, try reading both your Sun sign and your Rising sign if you can get it calculated. Make sure to get the time of birth as specific as possible as the Rising sign will change every 2 hours of the day. 

Have fun with this! Read both your Rising sign and your Sun sign when you read a horoscope and it may just give you better insight and flavor as to what is happening in your life. 

With love, 

Kira

If you ask me, it feels like the world has been on warp speed since January; how are we in June already? As the months start to heat up, so does the astro forecast! Gemini season started back on the 20th of May and is one of the most action-packed months ahead. With the Gemini new moon on the 10th we also have the start of ‘eclipse season’. This period brings things up from the depths of our lives so we can examine, process and proceed with clarity. 

We are also in the midst of a Mercury retrograde; you can see an article on this here. Please read that article in combination with your monthly astro to get the full scope of what is happening in June. Last, but not least, the great benefit planet Jupiter has entered Pisces for a quick three-month visit. This Jupiter shift brings with it a feeling of expansion, growth and balm to our tired souls. On the 20th of June we’ve the Summer Solstice arriving, along with the start of Cancer season. So, with the party getting started in Gemini and the grand finale in Cancer, it's time to pull the seat belts tight as the rollercoaster of June is about to begin. Have fun, stay safe and be gentle with yourself during the process. 

Are you ready? You dynamic rams are trying to move full steam ahead, yet the Mercury retrograde will be holding the emergency brake; this gives June an uncomfortable start/stop feeling. 

Life should be feeling more in flow, with Jupiter bringing a joyful and more spiritual energy to your intuitive and sacred side. It’s a month to support both your immune and nervous systems, as they play a see-saw between each other. “Slow down to go fast” is the mantra I want you to keep repeating to yourself when it feels like things aren’t going to plan. 

Probiotics, herbal immune teas and decreasing your alcohol and sugar intake will do wonders to get you through this month. Foods high in B vitamins, iron and omega 3’s will get you to the end of the month in better shape than you started. Writing, communication, and then work/vocation are your areas to prioritize for June. Do the prep work this month and the rewards will happen by July. 

This month feels a bit like a crazy cousin has come to town and is disrupting your normal flow and calm. A big shift, especially just after your birthday month. Mercury retrograde is asking you to look at what you value in your life, and to make adjustments accordingly. How are you valuing your physical body, the foods you chose to put in it, and what you’re asking your body to do when stressed? June is a month to re-examine those areas and give it some good consideration. 

You may find writing out an action plan or the routine you want to implement will be a great start. The next step is to grab a few friends to help you action your plans. Jupiter’s arrival into Pisces can lead even the strongest of us off the rails when it comes to food and drink; make sure you watch your indulgences for the next few weeks! You can be social; just know your limits! Remember, saying no to some invites is giving the gift of extra downtime to yourself. Hot water and lemon, dandelion tea and the broccoli family of foods can all support your system after your big social forays. 

Are you ready for the ride to start? With Mercury retro in your home sign it can feel like you’ve gotten in the fast lane, yet no matter how hard you push, your car won't shift from first gear. This is the lesson of June for you.

Take deep breaths, get writing, thinking, planning, etc. The real action will take place after the 22nd of June. The first 20 days of June is all about looking within, processing things you are ready to let go of, and making space for some new great adventures, thoughts, challenges and dreams. Your nervous system is forever in need of support, and this month is no different. Remembering to eat regularly, keeping hydrated and getting enough sleep (rather than staying up late reading!) can all help to support your system to be ready for it’s big adventures by late June. 

Astragalus, Ashwagandha and Liquorice can all be great herbs to replenish your system; as can foods high in B vitamins. Be patient with the world, and yourself, as your brain is about 10 steps ahead of everyone else this month. Write down your great insights and ideas; by month's end you can implement how to take over the world. 

The month before your birthday is always a bit of a fragile time as your body and emotions get ready for your ‘solar return’, which is considered your own New Years. Your immune system is having a bit of a dance with your nervous system, and both need some extra support to get you through the month. Probiotics, immunity herbal teas, eating enough protein and decreasing your sugar and alcohol intake will give your body the support it needs. 

June sees a real inner, homebody and spiritual flavor to this month, asking you to look within as to what is nourishing you and what needs to be pulled out of the dark and released for good. Think of June as your prep month to organize your inner, spiritual life and decide what is nourishment and what is excess baggage. Be aware of how much energy you give to others, socially and within close relationships, as this can also drain your nervous system and your emotional bank balance. Get yourself some great books, a new online course, and a few yummy aromatherapy candles. It’s time to climb under the covers and give back to yourself; you deserve it.  

It's an interesting month ahead for you gorgeous cats! Get yourself ready for some serious downtime, pruning of your social connections, and getting life organized. I’m almost tired for you from that last sentence, so let me explain further. There is a review needed in how you spend your piggy bank of energy with friends and social groups. this isn't to say you can’t go out and be the life of the party, you just need to be more picky with where you spend your hard earned energy. The planets are asking you to be discerning this month both socially and with your health routine.

In preparation for a fun and dynamic Summer, you need to do the groundwork now. Create time and space to nourish yourself with daily journaling, organizing your food pantry, and putting your exercise and meditation routine into action. The effort you put in now may feel a bit mundane but will have great payoffs come your birthday month. 

Focus on digestion; lots of green/bitter vegetables or digestive enzymes to keep the bowels moving. A bit of extra fiber, probiotics and some herbal tea to soothe the nervous system will do wonders to support your digestion. Think of June as the month of tuning up your health so things run smoothly by the Solstice. 

Work or play? This is the real question this month as your energy is pulled in two opposite directions. Even the conscientious Virgo will feel like work and order is more important, but this month’s energy and full moon is asking you to take a break from your daily routine and let loose a bit.

What creative project, dance class or love affair have you been ignoring or putting on the back burner? This month’s slow burn of your ruling planet (Mercury) is asking you to review where you spend your time and energy. Once the Summer Solstice hits on the 20th of June, you will feel like the abundance fairy has come to the party. Enjoy yourself, surrender to the fun, and this will bring a new sense of connection with friends, family, and a love interest. Cherries, strawberries, and citrus fruits can help to clear your stagnant digestion, as can some probiotic foods, extra fiber and some good lemon balm or chamomile tea with honey. Enjoy the sweetness of what this month has to offer. 

It’s an interesting month ahead for the scales of balance, as you literally need to find your equilibrium between your big picture wants and your home or family needs and responsibilities. It’s a great month to vision board what you want the next 6 months to look like. However, it’s not time to take action yet, just dream and prophecy for now. 

There is a need to focus on the home environment, to stoke the home fires, and keep things running smoothly behind the scenes. Your digestion and food intake need some focus, as you switch from Winter eating styles into the lighter Summer choices. Let’s put away the slow cooker and bring out the salad bowls as well as the delicious and juicy Summer fruits. Your digestion needs a holiday with some good green juices, lighter meals, and digestive enzymes. The first three weeks of the month is a great ‘detox’ time to get your body ready for the fun of Summer. Hydration, quality sleep, and decreased snacking will help you arrive at the Solstice feeling in balance and ready for adventures. 

It’s an interesting and likely enjoyable month for you ahead, with a focus on how you think and feel about the deeper, more important parts of your life. This month's Mercury retro, plus an eclipse happening in your psychological realm, will see you enjoying a deep dive and purge of what’s no longer serving you. It’s time to think about things, not just feel them, and this will clear the way for a more thorough renovation of your life and what you want to manifest. 

The second half of the month gets a bit more social and romantic, if that is what you’re asking the universe for. The other way to use this energy is to get creative and musical, be it going out dancing, taking a new art class or just getting creative in the kitchen. Red wine and chocolate will be calling your name, but don’t forget the hot water and lemon, zinc, magnesium and B vitamins to clean up the mess after the party is over. Have fun this month, don’t take things too seriously, and enjoy the detox before the party starts. 

Ok my centaurs, this is an interesting month for you! Whilst I can’t say it’ll be light and fluffy, nor will it be terrible, I think it’ll just feel just different. This month's energy begins with the feeling that something is holding you back from your usual fast pace; and to be honest, it is. 

The Mercury retro is happening in your opposite sign, which means it’s time to look at how you interact with others, be it romantic or other people in your life on a daily basis. Do you need to cull some people that are only takers and not creating a two-way street of energy? It’s actually a great month to see how you give vs receive from people, and to make adjustments that better suit who you are now, not who you were when you met them. 

Finding balance, not just in friendships, but in your health should be a priority for June. Your typical cavalier attitude to food and exercise needs a bit of a review and revamp. You will have plenty of energy for a new sport, adventures, and fun once the Solstice happens on the 20th. However, the first three weeks need to be a conscious effort in sitting still, letting go of habits that aren’t serving you anymore and a little bit of a detox wouldn’t hurt either. Ask yourself what parts of your health and lifestyle do you value and how can you make those more of a priority? Is it time to order an organic veggie box once a week or those pre-made healthy meals you have been thinking of? Plenty of fiber, cruciferous vegetables and some oats can make your system flow a bit better than it has been. Remember to drink water, not just coffee/tea or alcohol. Add in some raw cacao, maca or green tea if you’re looking for an energy hit. 

It's an interesting month ahead for you gorgeous goats; lots of thinking, planning and perseverance in store for the first three weeks. It's time to get down to business with your health and daily routine now that Winter is long gone and even Spring is almost over. Come out of hibernation for real and get the flow of daily health happening.  

All the hard work and prep that you do for the first half of the month will pay great dividends after the Solstice and into the Full Moon in your home sign. It’s a month to look deeply at what is no longer serving you, be it with work, your health or your relationships. You then need to adjust, accordingly, just not all at once! Take it slow and maybe attempt one thing a week to ponder over. By month's end you will surprise yourself at how light and flowing life can feel. Warm yourself up with some great herbal teas to brighten the mood; be it lemon balm, dandelion or rosehips. By the start of Summer things will feel easier and in a better flow. It's also time to do a few extra things for yourself rather than others. This may look like a spa day, a new bathing suit or some yummy bath salts and candles. Splurge on yourself for once and you will then feel you have more to give to others when they need it. 

June is an interesting time for the water bearers of the zodiac, as the energy is high and vibrant! There is so much happening in fellow Air sign Gemini, and this can have you feeling wired and tired if you don’t take some time out to rest. 

New ideas, creativity and passions are seeded this month, but be patient with how things grow as it will not be at the speed you want it to be. Take a step back, nourish the projects, but realise they'll take some extra fertilizer and thought before they grow to what you expect.

 Life will feel pretty abundant this month. Make sure you don’t overindulge while you’re waiting around for the rest of the word and your projects to catch up with where your brain and mind already are. Use the waiting time to rest, sleep and find a new physical outlet that inspires you such as hiking, swimming or archery. Random I know, but do something you’ve never done before and let go of being good at it when you start. Magnesium and extra B vitamins will help to power up your busy mind and nervous system. Herb teas such as yarrow, echinacea and elderberry can help support your immune and lymphatics. Dry skin brushing, saunas and lymphatic massage are also great to enhance the flow of circulation and support your immune system. 

Is life feeling pretty good about now or what? With the jovial benefit planet Jupiter moving into your home sign, life should be feeling smooth and expansive at the moment. Big dreams, plans and wishes are all within reach, or at least feel more tangible than in the past month or two. Do your big thinking and dreaming this month, as the plans organized now may take a while to come to fruition, but by year's end you will be surprised at how much you have achieved. 

There is work to be done on the home front this month. Focus on the details of what needs to be discussed, reorganized and what is no longer serving you for your higher good. Some of this may be a bit painful, but once through the process you will feel 100 times lighter in mind and body. Be aware that overindulging and sweets may be calling your name; it's ok to have treats, but not every day. It can be hard for you to know when you are full, so be extra cautious with portions, potions (alcohol) and spending. Friends, as well as family, will be wanting your time this month, so remember that it’s ok to say no to both social engagements and to that extra glass of wine. Tap into what your body really needs, not what your eyes want, and your health will feel all the better for it by month's end.