Cosmic Insights 🌟 #022

AUG 15 - 22 | New Moon, new tiers, and new beginnings...

Over the next month, there will be some big changes over here! I can’t wait to share everything we’ve been working so hard on over the past Venus retrograde cycle.

Starting with moving the community tarot reading over the Inner Circle, which is an exclusive part of the newsletter for our paid supporters. I know you can all understand how emotionally and mentally taxing readings can be - so I feel like they’ll be best housed under that category. Though I am toying with publishing more niche tarot readings on my website, or on Medium - that part is still in the works. I’ll be sure to keep y’all updated though.

Next, we’re working on building a social page just for our local community here in WNC. With the construction of the Interstellar Harmony House going splendidly - we want to make sure that our community has access to events, programs, and exclusive opportunities. Starting next month you’ll see a local events spot here in the newsletter, paid subscriptions will be directly aiding the construction of this new community center and helping cover the costs of classes for those who face financial hardships.

Fret not though, I won’t be changing too much of this newsletter. All of these changes are to aid in the sustainability of the work I truly want to do, which is to provide a space for the community to consciously gather and to help folks around the world have access to Astrology and wellness in hopes it can aid them in finding peace in their own lives, just like it has mine.

As a little thank you, I’m offering 35% off for the next 12 months if you subscribe before September 1st since I’m changing the structure of our offerings here. That way, you can still have access to the community tarot reading! Plus - you’ll get to enjoy my other offerings like medicinal mushroom information, behind-the-scenes, and special discounts for Inner Circle members - all at a discount!

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Weekly tarot insights 🔮

Yarrow is one of my favorite medicinal herbs to find out in nature and one of my favorites for when I’m sick with a fever in particular. It has a knack for bringing homeostasis back to the body when you’re dealing with different ailments from fevers to scrapes and different kinds of bleeding too. Yarrows healing nature makes it Vesuvian in nature, and has been associated to help with bouts of depression as well, helping the body find a sense of calm and stability.

Let this yarrow card serve as a reminder to check in with your body and mind right now.

Are you tense? Are you holding stress in your face or shoulders? Are you feeling drained? Are you setting yourself up for mindful moments?

Self-reflecting is a crucial part of the healing journey. Though, make sure to examine yourself from a detached perspective, being mindful not to cast any judgment. Look at yourself as if you’re looking at your best friend. What do you need to thrive right now? Be gentle, kind, and soft.

This card ties in perfectly to the Venus and Jupiter square, reminding us not to get tied up with saying yes to all the social events coming up, but to remember to find divine balance.

Tuesday tunes 🎵

Something a little different this week: some progressive funky jams. This track is well over 5 minutes, but it’s worth it - I promise.

This song will take you on an enjoyable ride, and I personally love playing it in the mornings, or on car rides. Even better is this song is recorded live, which makes it that much more magical.

The current star forecast 🌠

Right now is the perfect time to dream big, and commit to better habits, routines, or choices with the New Moon in Leo on August 16th. We’re able to tap into our most grand desires, and with the energy of the moon there for the taking in the absence of light. The darkness gives us the ability to fill that energetic void with authentic power and strong thoughts. If you want to commit to a new hobby or habit, the time is yours. Go inward, and reflect on what your heart is calling out for. Just be sure you’re acting from an authentic place and not one out of ego or pleasing others. Meditate on what you want, and what your soul wants. Your intuition will guide you if you listen.

On August 22nd, Venus will be in a Square with Jupiter. Venus is in the midst of her retrograde cycle, meaning that Venus is still moving backward and giving us time to deconstruct the Venus-based aspects of our constitution. Be on the lookout for creative blocks, tension feeling like luck just isn’t on your side, or even some bad dreams. But also be aware that goodness can happen from this transit since we’re looking at two benefic planets - you’ll just need to be sure that you’re not spreading yourself too thin. You might see lots of social events coming up around this transit, and good ones at that, but don’t overcommit and burn yourself out. Your peace is worth more than anything.

Good eats 🥑

Over the week we’ve had lots of bad weather, and this curry mac and cheese was the perfect hug in a bowl we were looking for. We topped it with some local shishito peppers, red bell peppers, and some cilantro. The best part was this recipe was almost too easy to whip together!

If you’ve been a subscriber for a while now, you’ll know that this DF/GF French onion soup is tried and true in our household. A regular repeat in our meal rotation - this lentil soup is hearty, easy to prep, and downright delicious. You can find the recipe here and pro tip - we add a bunch of mushrooms to ours.

We all know I’m a huge fan of mushrooms, and even more so when I can combine them with my love for dark chocolate. I use this mushroom hot chocolate from Real Mushrooms, and it’s such a luxe treat - with the bonus of empowering my immune system as fall is approaching. I get the unsweetened version and sometimes add a little bit of honey since I’m sensitive to sugars (especially later in the evenings).

ICYMI 🗞️

On our Instagram and Facebook this week, we posted what we’re doing with the Interstellar Harmony House and how the transformation of our space is going! We have a walkway, and finally - some paint! We’re painting everything in the structure, from the ceiling down to the floors. Be sure to keep up with us on all our socials to see how exactly we’re taking this extra dwelling from drab to fab!

I’m starting a series of reviewing the tarot decks I use in my practice, and recently I shared the Cats Eye Tarot on my TikTok. I use this deck whenever I’m looking for straightforward no bullshit readings. I don’t usually use this one with clients unless they’re looking for a direct no-frills reading. This tarot deck would make the perfect gift for the witchy cat-loving tarot reader in your life though!

What’s in my cup ☕

Jasmine green tea is back in the rotation, with the ole tried and true. I’ve been trying different types of green teas, but wanted something familiar and comforting to fall back on. Sometimes, it’s nice to not think in the morning, and just make a warm beverage that’s reliable and tasty.

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Thanks for sticking around folks! This newsletter is a labor of love, and I hope it serves you as much as it serves me to be able to host this cozy little newsletter in your inbox! If you have any suggestions, as always I’d love to hear them.

I’ll see ya next week! Those of you in the Inner Circle can keep reading for some super exciting updates!

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