Greetings! It’s the first day of February.
So much is unfolding on this powerful threshold.
We are in the season of Imbolc, the Celtic fire festival honoring Brigid, when the first subtle signs of spring begin to emerge. The light is returning—noticeably brighter now. We have endured and survived nearly ten weeks of the darkest days of the year, and with that comes a quiet but undeniable sense of renewal.
Adding to this energy, today’s Full Moon in Leo illuminates the heart and marks the first whispers of eclipse season. This is a moment of awakening, creativity, and courageous self-expression.
A Personal Ritual, Fifteen Years in the Making
For me, every first day of the month marks a sacred new beginning. It’s a time when I pull cards, reflect, and set a clear intention for the month ahead. I began this practice in May of 2011, and only recently did I realize something extraordinary: at that exact time, Neptune had just entered Pisces at zero degrees.
Now, fifteen years later, Neptune has completed its journey through Pisces and has moved into zero degrees Aries—a full cycle completed.
What began as a simple personal ritual has become one of the most important and meaningful practices of my life. Over the years, I’ve created nearly 180 monthly intentions, and this work has organically evolved into something much bigger than I ever imagined.
It grew into my annual Vision Board Workshop, now in its fifth year, where participants are guided to access their subconscious, clarify their desires, and create a visual language for their intentions. I absolutely love facilitating this space—witnessing the discovery, creativity, and transformation that unfolds.
Even more rewarding is when people return, smiling, sharing what they’ve manifested—sometimes exactly as it appeared on their vision board, other times, more subtly or has yet to appear, but in perfect timing. Holding space for this kind of self-led, spirit-guided work is truly one of my greatest joys.
Fifteen years ago, I could not have imagined that this ritual would lead me here: facilitating workshops, guiding others through intentional living, and even publishing my book, Create to Elevate Your Life, which explores how daily creative and ritual practices can genuinely transform your life and help you manifest your dreams. You can get your own copy on Amazon by clicking the purple button below.
While the live Vision Board Workshop has already passed this year, I’m currently developing new formats to reach a broader audience—so stay tuned.
Astrological Shifts: Big Changes on the Horizon
Astrologically, we are in a season of major transition as we round the corner toward spring.
- The Chinese Lunar New Year arrives with the New Moon on February 17, when we say goodbye to the Wood Snake and welcome the bold, dynamic energy of the Fire Horse. Momentum will begin to build quickly after this point.
- Neptune, the planet of dreams, imagination, spirituality, and dissolving boundaries—think vast oceanic consciousness—has moved into Aries, the sign of initiation, courage, and action.
- Saturn, the planet of structure, responsibility, and long-term goals, enters Aries on February 13 and will conjunct Neptune on February 20, just after the Lunar New Year.
Historically, these alignments are potent. The last time Neptune was in Aries was 1861, marking the beginning of the U.S. Civil War. The last Neptune–Saturn conjunction occurred in 1989, the year the Berlin Wall fell—an unmistakable symbol of old structures dissolving.
Aries is ruled by Mars and associated with war, conflict, and action, so change is inevitable. Yet there is an important counterbalance:
- Pluto is in Aquarius (transformation, collective evolution), and
- Uranus is moving into Gemini (disruption, innovation, rapid change).
These planetary placements are harmoniously connected through fire and air signs, suggesting that even if things feel messy, uncertain, or abrupt, the larger trajectory is toward progress. Aquarius is humanitarian, futuristic, and visionary—it seeks change for the benefit of the collective.
My intuition tells me that while we may experience upheaval, it is ultimately for the greater good.
Holding Hope in Uncertain Times
Here in my home city of Minneapolis, we are witnessing this change firsthand. These are uncertain times marked by upheaval, fear, and unrest. Long-held secrets within systems of power—among elites and within our government—are surfacing, and the weight of uncertainty can feel overwhelming. Our justice system and the very foundations of due process are being strained, holding on by only a few threads.
Yet I continue to hold faith in humanity.
I believe deeply in self-leadership, personal sovereignty, and our ability to choose how we show up—especially in moments of division.
During these politically charged and emotionally intense times, a pledge from Chase Hughes, a former U.S. Navy Chief and behavioral profiling expert, has deeply grounded me. It helped soften my own feelings of restlessness, anger, apathy, confusion, and outrage as I’ve witnessed rising tensions, widening political divides, the proliferation of false narratives and digital manipulation across social media and AI-driven content, and the growing presence of ICE here in Minneapolis:
The Unity Pledge by Chase Hughes
I will not let anything electronic decide who my neighbor is.
I will not let political violence become normal.
I will no longer let propaganda tell me who to hate.
I will never cheer for blood.
I will choose unity.
I will choose to see the humanity in people before I see their politics.
Stop the programming and tribal warfare.
We are one people.
In addition, I want to share the Reiki precepts by Mikao Usui, which feel especially vital right now:
Just for today, do not anger.
Do not worry.
Be filled with gratitude.
Devote yourself to your work.
Be kind to people.
Kindness is not optional in times like these—it is essential. Do everything you can to lead with compassion, soften judgment, and remember that we are neighbors first.
Support on Your Healing Journey
As always, I am here to support you on your healing and self-discovery journey. I offer:
- Shamanic Healing
- Reiki Healing
- Astrology Birth Charts
- Tarot Readings for guidance and clarity
- Feng Shui Consultation
- *A Listening Ear and Friendship
And for those of you who joined the Vision Board Workshop this January, consider booking a Feng Shui consultation. We’ll work directly with your board and intentions to make simple yet powerful adjustments in your home or office—aligning your physical space with the life you’re calling in. And may this newsletter be a gentle nudge to take a few minutes to reflect on your 2026 vision board and say your intention aloud.
Book your session today!
Whether you’ve been with me since the beginning, joined me through the Vision Board Workshop and intention-setting work five years ago, or we’ve only just met—I’m grateful you’re here and part of my life!
The light is returning.
Change is underway.
And together, we can choose to meet it with intention, courage, and heart.
Full Moon blessings to each of you and Keep on Dancing!
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