MARCH 21, 2023 - NEW MOON

The New Moon is on Tuesday, March 21, at 12:23 pm CDT in 0° Aries.  This comes right after the Vernal Equinox on March 20 at 4:24 pm CDT. This time of new beginnings is wrapped in rose-colored glasses: The Sun and Moon which comprise the New Moon have last conjunct Neptune, absorbing a bit of its nature, and are still in the orb of that conjunction. What's wrong with a little Neptune? Well, it can make us idealistic which can be positive as long as it doesn't lead us down the primrose path. It may make us feel more dreamy than totally conscious, therefore our spiritual work is staying in the moment. 

Here is a poem which is also a meditation practice from Thich Nhat Hanh:

Breathing in, I calm my body
Breathing out, I smile
Dwelling in the present moment, I know this is a wonderful moment

The intense and vibrant Aries energy is excellent for the new beginnings that both the New Moon and Vernal Equinox symbolize. Take some time to reflect and plan over the next few days. What do you want to accomplish in the year ahead? If you can combine your big vision with a series of smaller incremental steps, you are on your way to success. Aries commitment to projects is sustained by the repeating pattern of:

(1) initiate one small step
(2) complete small step 
(3) celebrate!
(4) next small step

This week, identify your goal and ask yourself "what is my next (small) step?"
Or if you're taking a break from doing, here's a haiku I love by Matsuo Basho:

Sitting quietly,
Doing nothing, Spring comes
And the grass grows by itself

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