Something Nubian

By LaTrecia

Most people think the ‘New Year’ or the first of the month is when to start things over or even something new, when according to our ancestors our newness comes from the elements, and they speak to us in so many ways.

What are you hoping to manifest during this New Moon?

When we trust what the elements are telling us then our spiritual alignment will manifest our hearts desires.

Now is the time to take action on the plans made during the full moon (3 weeks ago or 6 months ago) that have not been acted on, like travel, writing a new book, taking a new class, buying a new outfit or car, investing in a business or getting married.

Take an assessment of the climate or timing so that your plans will go well.

Keep in mind, we have not reached the hottest time of the year in certain regions and there are so many complaints and reports about the weather! Individuals are flocking to travel to places such as Death Valley where the natives are advised to stay inside, especially during the day due to unfortunate deaths.

Temperatures are around 126 degrees outside and the water in some places is as hot as 90 degrees.

Speaking of water, back to the New Moon in Cancer… The season of the Crab

Cancers are ruled by water and the moon, which makes them mysterious and intuitive!

The crab’s element is water and is good in some cultures for eating but also believed to hold one another back, when in fact they are the opposite.

The crab in a barrel scenario is a sad and a misconstrued metaphor, no disrespect to the elder Booker T, Washington, but crabs won’t let crabs get eaten!

First, in barrels, they are not in their usual element, they are afraid and emotional. Why would they encourage others to leave the barrel if they don’t know what’s out there? There is strength in numbers and crabs are all about community.

The crab is calculated and can be overprotective, to keep balance and peace present. So, when they are in your life, they are there like cancer, not the draining or killing kind, but present to remind you of the messages they have for you when you need them.

Cancers are developed and can take precious lives, causing researchers to end the crab in the barrel life so that we may live it more abundantly. And the astrological sign Cancer has a strong empathy for those in their community seeking to stay one step ahead to give others what they need to survive whether it is to pull them back to give advice on how to thrive emotionally or live during intense times.

We are definitely living in intense times.

And during this time it is imperative to stay close to home, hydrated, keep those utility bills low, handle things that are essential and avoid people, places, and things that are unnecessary. while trying new things that are in alignment with our purpose.

During this new moon improve your positive inner-G with some new activities to beak curses and change the narrative of what others have told you to rewrite your own story

This is an instruction in my household during our journaling period. We write down our fears and anxiety, place them in our Reiki boxes, come up with a plan (set our intentions) and watch how the U-N-I-Verse shows up to have our backs.

This my encouragement for those struggling with depression, anxiety and chronic pain.

For this period participate in activities like:

Shadow work

Go to the beach or pool in your area

Watch some funny movies or shows

Reach out to someone you have been thinking about

Listen to your favorite podcasts or playlist

Get some rest

Use Journal prompts

Choose crystals for Cancer that resonate with you

Light candles (add essential oils and herbs)

Smudge or burn incense to cleanse your aura

Reminisce on times that remind you of a happier time

Meditate

Get a reading

Make moon water for bathing or watering plants

Sending positive inner-G