Shala's take February 1 2005

[Rastus]

SHALA'S TAKE FEBRUARY 1, 2005

YET ANOTHER TRANSITION

January 2005 has been an extraordinary month of energy shifts, with tremendous opportunity for change. That being said it has also been one of the most intense "feeling" months for sometime.

For me personally the month seemed to fly by and I am somewhat surprised that today is Feb 1st. The sense of time on one hand felt like an express train – yet I also felt as did many others the feeling of "wading through molasses" – the angst that comes from things not falling into place.

We are clearly transforming our "inner" lives with our "outer" ones. Blending or merging the two – weaving the foundation for further oneness. This has caused emotions to erupt from deeply guarded parts of ourselves. A sense of sadness, grief, of being set adrift is rampant just now. So many feel frustrated with wanting to move forward yet feel restricted or unable to do so. This creates more angst and irritability.

February is going to be similar in its energy pattern but there will be a sense of cleansing and lightness also that will impart a renewed sense of hope and potential. Much is being written of our " New Earth" and the grand opportunity that is present for all us. There is tremendous support for us from the energetic realms to release the past, realign our thoughts and actions for change, and clarify our path.

All of this is indeed occurring at every level of our being. We are being coached with a loving diligence to stand in our truth, our power and to encourage each other to live lives that are loving, abundant, joyous, fulfilling and most importantly allowing us to feel and operate from our hearts.

There is no question that this time is emotionally and physically challenging, and while we know that all is in order for the divine plan to continue – all of us want to feel better. Fear in all of its forms causes a contraction within the field and this is being felt at the deepest cellular level for each individual and the collective. When this occurs we want to retreat, hold back, stay put and try to feel safe, often this means maintaining what is known to us or comfortable.

Now, the energy of this new earth is saying there is so safety in maintaining or repeating "old' patterns that no longer serve or support. We will in fact feel uncomfortable, sad, lonely, irritable, edgy, whatever is enough to make us listen and take action. The smallest steps will take great courage but will reveal great support and reward.

February is often referred to as the "heart" month, for many of us a heightened sensitivity to our feelings and expression of them will be felt. The question "how much more sensitive can I get" is being echoed in our minds and our bodies?

We are experiencing disrupted sleep patters, intense dreams or lack of dreaming, feelings of melancholy, lack of appetite or increased hunger, feeling overwhelmed, burdened, brain-fog. Some are complaining of low energy, dizziness, nausea, intense headaches and muscle pain. In many areas's flu or cold is rampant forcing us to actually stop and remain in bed to rest.

While all of this does sound intense and IS – there is much that is uplifting. What hasn't been feeling comfortable is being released or leaving and we are creating a huge space of new transition and potential. Certainly we will have to be diligent with our perception, and thoughts. Remember the Law of Attraction that we spoke of last month – we must focus on the "neutral zone". That place where we do not resist what is being sent but instead be allowing of what it is (without judgement or charge) and at the same time hold a strong deliberate and dedicated version of what WE wish to occur.

It is vital that we look after ourselves as best we can during the coming weeks of February. Our body is an amazing vehicle with a deep intelligence for our survival and support. We have talked of this before but it is important to "listen" to our body, rest is imperative during these intense energy times. Look deeply at patterns or habits that you know are not supporting your body or health. Changes may be required in our food choices, exercise patterns, supplements or relaxation strategies. Be kind gentle and allowing and at the same time committed to the action of change.

So many of us are experiencing change in our personal & professional relationships just now, some of us are changing partners, jobs, houses etc. It makes for a feeling of being "up rooted" and uncertain. Try to hold a steady course and trust that all will smooth out soon. Not an easy place to be but with so many of us experiencing this – at least we can take comfort in not being "alone" through this transition.

Astrologically we have wonderful support this month: Karyl Jackson of Alpha Life Trends offers wise words for February:

The events of February bring us to the end of one way of life and prepare us to launch into another. Letting go of the past, and preparing to make choices for our new year will be the important theme for February. Aligned with our inner blueprint, we begin to see the visions come into focus to clarify the transitions and the changes that are now required on our path. Making these changes are easy for those that are connected and aligned to their inner blueprint of purpose. The inability to have this inner connection will become more and more visible as February evolves with Mercury, Sun moving into Pisces to connect with the Uranus winds of change as the new law-of-the-land will provide very distinct changes. http://www.alphalifetrends.com/sys-tmpl/seeourwork/view.nhtml?profile=seeourwork&UID=55

Shamanic Astrology( link attached) describes our New Moon and Full Moon as :

Tuesday, February 8th Today is the Aquarius New Moon (20 Aquarius) at 5:28 pm EST. Traditionally, the New Moon is a time to plant new seeds that will symbolically coming to fruition at a future Full Moon. The Aquarius New Moon is a time for planting revolutionary seeds of change that support beneficial evolutionary growth. This New Moon is conjunct Neptune in Aquarius (15Aquarius). It is time to sow seeds that allow us to tune in on a transcendental level to the original dreams and goals of our lives....are you living what you believe?

Wednesday, February 23rd The Moon enters the Full Moon phase at 11:54 PM EST. The seeds planted at the New Moon can now be brought to fruition. The Moon enters Virgo at 12:44 PM EST activating the need to find our sacred work and attune ourselves to our sacred life purpose. The Moon in opposition to the Sun (5 Pisces) allows us to see our sacred work as the path of selfless service to humanity. http://www.shamanicastrology.com/celestial_timings.htm#current

So dear family, as we surf the waves of change and transition during this month, remember love and this month of the Heart. As painful as these times can be – always the love of our spiritual family is present and bountiful. Share your love and heart with those that are in need and watch your own upsets begin to shift and change.

From my Heart I wish each of you a safe and smooth month of transition. A Happy Valentines Day to all, and for those celebrating the Chinese New Year – Happy New Year.

Love and Deep Blessings,

Shala

© Shala Mata 2005

[CaCoDeMoN]

The Moon in opposition to the Sun (5 Pisces) allows us to see our sacred work as the path of selfless service to humanity.

And what with those who do not want to selflessly serve humanity?

[You]

My thoughts exactly. A lot of humanity is sucking, who would want to serve that? I don't want to serve it, I want to reforge it.