Bi-monthly Card Reading

 This reading is using my upcoming card deck: The Sacred Circle Spirit Animal Oracle. 

 This is a one card reading done on the North American Sacred Circle or Medicine Wheel. The card sits in the center of the circle and represents the Creator or Center Stone, which is said to contain the Void and all of creation—the stars, planets, Animal Kingdom, Plant Kingdom, Mineral Kingdom, etc. This Stone is governed by the Great Spirit and our Highest Self.  It is the place of balance at the heart or center of the Sacred Circle where we can go within ourselves to access the wisdom and guidance needed from every aspect in the cycles of life.  

Question: As we continue through the reflective light of the Cleansing Spirt Moon until mis-February, what is my Soul’s message?

Card #36 Stone Medicine: The Cleansing Spirit Moon (January 20-February 18) 

Teaching:The Cleansing Spirit Moon is the second Moon of Kabibonokka—the Spirit Keeper of the North—and is influenced by the Butterfly Clan. Its portal is halfway between the North and East Cardinal Directions on the Sacred Circle. It is the moon of cleansing and purification as the Sun begins to travel from the South to the North in its annual cycle. It is the moon of deeper rest for the Earth and all her children in preparation for the return of the Season of Growth ahead. It encourages you to go deep within the cold, dark night of the Inner Self to develop the perception, intuition, and foresight that exist within your innate nature. It will teach you how to enjoy life and will give you insight regarding how important it is for you to appreciate yourself in addition to other people.

Soul Message: Kabibonokka is the Guardian of the Spirit of Winter with its gifts of renewal, cleansing, purification, and rest. This Spirit Keeper will help you recharge your batteries by reconnecting you with your Inner Child through imagination, playfulness, and creativity. This is the moon where you can discover the playful, gentle, clever, and inquisitive aspects of your nature. It can teach you how to excel at communication of all types and ican teach you the value of humanitarianism in your dealings with other creatures and with human beings. Kabibonokka will bring out not only your Inner Child and its innate playfulness, but it will also teach you how to enjoy life as you once did--through the eyes and wonder of the child.

Influenced by the Butterfly Clan and its Air Element, the Cleansing Spirit Moon will teach you how to flit in and out of your Winter Dreams to cleanse and purify them with the Breath of Life. It will show you how to rest, dream, and breathe life into the future you want to create through the depth of the dreams you discover and choose to manifest.

The Cleansing Spirit Moon (January 20-February 18): choose one or more of the following haiku to meditate on.

Cold Spirit Moon of 

The darkest nights of Winter

Guide me deep within

Sacred Cleansing Moon—

Help me gather strength through dreams

With breath and stillness

Spirit of the North

Bring me vital energy

To pass on wisdom

Actions

• Meditate on the haiku outside in nature, on a nature walk, or while listening to your favorite music. 
• Write down your reflections from being out in nature or from watching these videos in a notebook or a journal.
• Imagine yourself journeying to meet Kabibonokka, the powerful Guardian of Winter and the North Wind. He has the spirit of a warrior who can connect you with your Inner Child where you can explore your world with the wonder, imagination, and creativity of that child. In this context, how would you approach your challenges? How can you apply your imagination and creativity to them? How do you feel? Better or worse and why? What would you consider your most worthwhile accomplishments? What is fun about any of them? What is not? How do you feel when you are having fun or being playful with any of them? How can you apply this to your current life? What is the result?
• Imagine yourself as a wise elder approaching Kabibonokka. As he greets you, he shows you a panorama or collage of your life and all that you have learned and achieved. He takes your hands and calls in the North Wind to bring a cleansing snowstorm with big, soft, fluffy snowflakes. They blanket you with beauty and cleanse, purify, and sanctify your life experiences. Kabibonokka melts them with the light of his warrior heart allowing you to bask in the warmth from the seeds of wisdom you have sown that will come to greater fruition in the Spring to come—the seeds that you will continue to grow for the benefit of yourself and others. And you celebrate this together. What are some of the seeds? What is the wisdom you have gained? How can you bring them more fully into your current life? Can you bask in the light and warmth of who you are and who you might become? Why or why not? What can you do to just be held in the warmth of these blessings from Kabibonokka and the Cleansing Spirit Moon?
• Reflect upon how you can bring the best of both the Inner Child and the Wise Elder into your current life. can you integrate the wonder and innocence of your Inner Child with the wisdom of your Wise Elder into your Self in the present moment? Do you feel more whole, balanced, or complete? Why or why not?
• Incorporate what you have learned into your intentions for the upcoming year.
• Prompts: Create a "Dream Bowl" to harness the energy of the Cleansing Spirit Moon. Take a small bowl and fill it with water, symbolizing the Pisces element. Write down your dreams and goals for 2025 on small pieces of paper and place them in the bowl. As you do, visualize each dream manifesting with ease and love. Keep the bowl in a peaceful space or on an altar as a reminder to stay aligned with your intentions.
• · Create a "Sanctuary” space in your home. Dedicate a corner or small area to items that bring you comfort and emotional grounding, such as soft blankets, inspirational music, calming candles, crystals, rocks, or cherished photos. Spend a few moments each day in this space meditating, journeying, journalling, or mindfully breathing deeply. Let it be a reminder of the strength and security you’re cultivating within
• Dedicate a notebook or journal to your 2025 goals. Make it a goal mapping journal. Divide it into sections for personal, professional, and spiritual aspirations. Or create categories for health and well-being; relationships, hobbies, fun, and entertainment; prosperity; career; or learning. Under each section, list your primary goals and break them into smaller, actionable steps. Revisit your journal weekly to track progress and make necessary adjustments. This simple practice keeps you organized and motivated throughout the year.
• Celestial Events: The Cleansing Spirit Moon (January 20-February 18): Teaching: The Full Cleansing Spirit Moon occurred in the Northern Hemisphere in the sign of Cancer on January 13, 2025. It signified the start of the lunar cycle and is associated with letting go of the past and welcoming new beginnings. Since Cancer is famously intuitive, creative, protective, and emotional, a full moon in Cancer also inspires you to finally listen to your inner voice or to pursue creative projects. This moon also encourages you to stand up for the people you love, and to be honest with yourself about your true emotions. It is a moon where you can get something important off your chest. Important discoveries may be made, information could come to light.
• With Cancer’s influence, this moon encourages you to focus on your emotional well-being, family connections, and creating a sense of security. Consider envisioning the changes you’d like to make to your living space, identifying routines that will strengthen your connections with loved ones and help you recognize the boundaries necessary to prioritize rest and relaxation throughout the year. This will lay the groundwork for a more nurturing and fulfilling year ahead. With Cancer’s influence, the Full Cleansing Spirit Moon will significantly affect feelings, intuition, and interpersonal connections. Since this moon proclaimed that the New Year has arrived, it brought with it the promise of fresh beginnings, renewed intentions, and transformative energy. As you move forward through 2025, the cosmos offers a lineup of astrological events that set the tone for the months ahead enhancing this full moon’s powers. By aligning yourself with these movements, you can gain clarity, insight, and inspiration to navigate this year with grace and purpose.
• If you pay attention to the astrological highlights ushered in by the Cleansing Spirit Moon, you can harness their energy and weave them into the larger themes of renewal and growth for the New Year. The most significant of these is the rare alignment of Venus, Jupiter, Saturn, and Mars with the Sun in Capricorn. As these astrological events unfold, they offer a beautiful synergy of energy to guide you into the upcoming Bony Moon of mid-February when seven of our planets line up in the night sky in a rare convergence that happens about every 500 years. 
• Venus, the planet of love, beauty, and harmony, swam into the ethereal waters of Pisces on January 3rd. This transit amplifies themes of unconditional love, spiritual connection, and creativity. Pisces, a sign known for its compassion and dreaminess, encourages you to soften your heart and embrace vulnerability.
• Jupiter is the planet of plenty, and its helpful alignment with the sun and moon could bring a dash of luck and exciting opportunities your way. Saturn provides support and Jupiter lends optimism, creating a productive atmosphere during this full moon.
• Saturn is the taskmaster of the zodiac, but with the sun and Moon in harmonious alignment with it, you may receive support from higher ups. Ascended masters, angelic beings, and elders
• Even though the Sun in Capricorn is business minded, stoic, and cold, the Full Cleansing Moon comes along during Capricorn season to temper that by reconnecting you with your feelings. Capricorn is an earth sign that’s focused on building wealth and legacy, but the Full Cleansing Spirit Moon in Cancer comes to remind you not to lose yourself by working so hard that you lose sight of your intentions and purpose. Capricorn’s earthy energy supports clear communication, practical planning, and the manifestation of long-term aspirations. And with this full moon, it is most meaningful when you balance intuition with action, emotions with practicality, and compassion with discipline.
• On January 6th, Mars retrogradeshifted from Gemini to Cancer,redirecting the warrior planet’s energy from mental agility to emotional depth. Cancer’s nurturing and protective qualities temper Mars’ usual assertiveness, urging you to rethink how you pursue your goals and handle conflicts. This transit asks you to reassess your emotional boundaries, heal old wounds, and act in ways that honor your feelings and those of others. Mars in Cancer emphasizes the importance of home, family, and self-care — making it a perfect time to establish a strong emotional foundation for the year ahead.
• The Sun in Capricorn is business minded, stoic, and cold, but the Full Cleansing Moon comes along during Capricorn season to temper that by reconnecting you with your feelings. Capricorn is an earth sign that’s focused on building wealth and legacy, but the Full Cleansing Spirit Moon in Cancer comes to remind you not to lose yourself by working so hard that you lose sight of your intentions and purpose. Capricorn’s earthy energy supports clear communication, practical planning, and the manifestation of long-term aspirations. And with this full moon, it is most meaningful when you balance intuition with action, emotions with practicality, and compassion with discipline.
• January’s celestial events make the Full Cleansing Spirit Moon a powerful time for you to: realign your actions with your emotional needs; focus on self-care and emotional healing; recharge yourself and tune in to what you need to thrive right now; think strategically about your goals, aspirations, and intentions; and organize a schedule to craft a business plan or map out your personal growth objectives to turn dreams into tangible outcomes.