A New Moon represents the end of one cycle and the beginning of another new 28 day cycle. Sun conjunct Moon means all possibilities are on the table. You can rightly put yourself in the forefront of new plans for the future. Old habits, behaviors and beliefs can be questioned as you search for new and inventive ways to make progress. This is the ideal time to make a fresh start and write down a to-do list.

The New Moon on Friday 27 January, 2017 is at 8 degrees Aquarius. This New Moon is dominated by Venus square Saturn, which puts the spotlight on any issues you are having in your love life or with your financial situation. Take this opportunity to look closely and patiently at these matters. 

This Moon is also the Lunar New Year, which is celebrated as the Chinese New Year! 2017 is The Year of Yin Red Fire Rooster.

In a Rooster Year, we can learn Rooster traits : Loyalty, commitment, hard work and family are characteristics of the year. Yin Fire expresses inner warmth and insight, and the quiet of stillness and connection. 2017 is sure to bring challenges, but balance, stability, and community will grow out of it for those who are willing to embrace change and work hard together.

From a mythical and intuitive perspective, this is the year of the Fire Bird… The Phoenix! I like the translation Phoenix, rather than rooster or chicken, because it brings opportunities for rebirth and transformation. The Phoenix is a brilliant, inspirational, and fearless visionary. The element Fire is perfect for Phoenix because Fire brings strength, passion, bravery, and leadership.

So now is the year to break free, claim your destiny, and overcome obstacles. You can heal past actions, even past lives, with your new awareness!

Upcoming events for a conscious New Year Start:

~ Start this Lunar Year off intentionally! Join our upcoming Women’s Moon Circle on January 28th at 5pm in Berkeley, CA. This will be a very special gathering, because it is a New Moon and New Year! Suggested Contact me to RSVP if you are interested in attending.

~ Free yourself of old stories, pains, and karma in my popular Hip Opening workshop: Unfolding the Lotus! January 29th at 2pm. All levels are welcome.

~ Heart Opening Yoga with Live Music and Dinner! Join us for this inspiring community oriented event on February 12th at 4:30pm. Come with a friend or meet new friends 🙂 Register on-line to reserve your spot.

Join Sonya Genel, ERYT500, and musicians Arasa Maram & Amber field for an evening of heartfelt yoga with LIVE music followed by a nourishing meal.