Supermoon approaching!🌕

Welcome to a little slice of cosmic wisdom from me to you.

I’ve got a confession, I missed writing my last newsletter as I just needed a good old fashioned screen break! I spend a lot of time tracking planetary transits, writing or zooming with my wonderful clients. As we all know, too much screen time is never good, so I gave myself a breather and put self-care first. It felt great!

Feeling more refreshed, I’m back to it and right now, I’m enjoying collating my magical book with the very talented Emma Catherine Creations, collaborating with the wonderful Moon Phase Studios on their incredible 13 Moon Journal and preparing for my Autumn Retreat, which I am very excited about!

So, if you are new to this newsletter, let me introduce myself – I’m Charlotte, an Astrologer and Holistic Therapist with a passion for cyclical living. You may be one of my clients, follow me on social media or perhaps you are in my Facebook group, Life with Lunar Magic. However you have found me, thank you for being here, I hope you enjoy my offering this month. Here’s a little astrological weather report with some of my latest cosmic news...

 

Retrogrades ahoy!

As we dig deep into an earthy Mercury retrograde in Virgo, still feeling the feels from the Venus retrograde and on the cusp of welcoming the second of two full moons this month, the cosmos does feel busy! But don’t be fooled, the heavens might be busy but that doesn't mean we need to be. In fact with Venus and Mercury in retrograde, this is like a flashing neon sign telling us to ‘slow down.’

So what might this look like? When it comes to a Mercury retrograde in Virgo, it’s a good time to ask if there are any areas in your life that need to be reordered, analysed or better understood. Clear your mind and make space to review and revise. If you have your birth chart, look to see which house Virgo rules and this will give you a good idea of where these energies may be heightened.

I generally keep my head down during a retrograde and enjoy a quiet time of planning where I can revel in ritual and routine. This might sound a little boring, (or maybe not to my fellow earth signs!) but I have found from experience my foundations are less likely to be shaken during a retrograde with some structure and organisation in place.

Mercury rules communication, including digital, and travel (among other topics) and whilst the energy of this planet can be pure magic, it can also be chaotic! So, my suggestion during this retrograde is, keep your focus clear, be mindful of choosing your words carefully, leave plenty of time for travel plans and back up any important IT files. Just to give a nod to the winged messenger!

Venus retrograde, at the same time, may still be bringing questions around what we truly value, what makes our heart sing and how healthy are relationships are. By the time we reach mid-September, both retrogrades will have finished.
It’s the perfect time between now and then to figure out what needs attention in your world.
 

Equinox Rebalance and Refresh Retreat:
Replenish your magic for autumn...

Saturday 16th September, 10am- 2pm, at the gorgeous Sensate Spa and Studios

As another magical turning point of the year approaches, I am running a mini lunar retreat to mark it. My solstice retreat in June was a beautiful gathering full of women ready to embrace and nurture themselves amongst like minded souls. My Equinox Rebalance and Refresh will offer the same comforting, relaxed space to step into yourself. 

The Autumn Equinox is a natural point to surrender and once again find your sacred balance. Join us to work with the New Moon in Virgo, journal, meditate, explore oracle cards and indulge in some revitalising spa therapy. (plunge pool optional!!)

Take time to work with intention, to reflect, to laugh and maybe even shed some tears, to let go. If you have been holding yourself tightly for whatever reason and feel like you need to do some gentle releasing - this retreat is for you. 
Imagine a beautiful garden spa, (or check out the photo below!) yummy snacks, relaxing music, and a group of likeminded souls taking time out to tune into the season. 

I’d love to welcome you.  This is the perfect opportunity to let go of what is not serving you, refresh and rebalance to create the shifts you need to take you through autumn.  The date for this pocket of magic is Saturday 16th September 10am- 2pm, at Sensate Spa and Studios.

Click the button below to send me your details or email me directly at  info@charlottelaurentherapies.co.uk for more information.

Supermoon approaching…

The second full moon of August, our beautiful Supermoon in Pisces is due to arrive on the 30th/31st, depending on your time zone. This is a Supermoon as it will be full at its closest point to earth during its cycle, making it potentially appear brighter.  It is also regarded as a Blue Moon because it is the second full moon in a calendar month. Energetically - this is one to watch, here's hoping for clear skies!

This full moon will give us an opportunity to reflect on all that August has brought us. It will ask us to ponder on what has passed since the New Moon in Leo, and what seeds of intention are starting to show green shoots.

With Pisces energy placing emphasis on the imagination, creativity, and a healing ability to dive down into our own fears and face them, this could be an interesting full moon to work with. Try to schedule some time to practice some self-care, reflection or something that helps you feel connected to your spiritual self. The energy of Pisces invites you to tune into your intuition. This moon is definitely calling me to work with my oracle cards! How will you honour it?
 

This month I am sending love and lunar light to…
Author, Jennifer Lane
 

One of the things I adore about my work is meeting like-minded people. Jennifer Lane is a Green Witch, and author of The Witch’s Survival Guide, Spells for Healing from Stress and Burnout who I met at her recent book signing. This practical guide to realigning with your true self through nature and magick is a wonderful approach to a calmer life. Highly recommended!

 
And finally, look out for some changes from me and my practice around the equinox.

To celebrate this turning point, I’m going to be shedding the old to breathe some fresh energy into my practice as the seasons turn, so watch this space…

Until next time, keep your feet on the ground and eyes on the cosmos!
With much love,

Charlotte x