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Introduction

Welcome to the Full Strawberry Moon Energy Update! The Strawberry Moon will reach its peak fullness at 9:08 p.m. on Friday, June 21, right after the Summer Solstice at 4:50 p.m. This Full Moon will be visible for about three days from Thursday evening through Sunday morning, lighting up the sky just after sunset on Friday.

This Full Moon graces us with its presence in the determined sign of Capricorn, which sits opposite Cancer. Associated with the Tenth House of Career and Public Image, Capricorn is the cardinal earth sign symbolized by the Sea Goat and ruled by Saturn—the planet of hard work, commitment, and boundaries. Saturn also oversees restrictions, discipline, limitations, rules, authority figures, and challenges, encouraging you to put in the work required to lay a solid foundation for the future. Now is the time to get organized and set up structures that will serve you well over time, reflecting on how far you’ve come and what you want to accomplish next.

Interestingly, this is one of two Full Moons we’ll have in Capricorn this year, with the second occurring a month later on July 21. This gives you a unique opportunity to see how far you’ve progressed since planting seeds during the New Moon or even six months prior, around January 11.

Lunar Insights and Planetary Alignments

Detailed Insights

The current Full Moon in Capricorn brings a potent mix of emotions and intense energy. Known as the Strawberry Moon, it symbolizes love, purity, and prosperity. Despite its name, the Strawberry Moon isn’t always pink or red. It sometimes takes on a deep red hue due to how sunlight reflects off its surface. Other names for the Strawberry Moon include Berries Ripen Moon, Green Corn Moon, Hot Moon, Mead Moon, Horse Moon, Dyan Moon, Rose Moon, and Planting Moon.

Planetary Alignments

Several planets are in significant alignments during this phase:

• Saturn (responsibility, structure, and authority) trines with Mars (planet of action), encouraging disciplined action.
• Cancer (home, family, emotional foundation) opposes Mercury (communication, travel), highlighting potential communication challenges within family and home settings.
• Venus (beauty and material things) in Cancer enhances love and emotional connections in conversations.
• Neptune (planet of dreams) squares the Full Moon, adding a layer of dreamy confusion and emotional intensity.

Impact on Personal Growth

This Full Moon phase is perfect for personal growth, healing, and transformation. It’s a time to embrace your responsibilities and commitments while nurturing your emotional foundations. Here are a few tips to harness this energy for positive change:

• Reflect on your achievements: Take stock of how far you’ve come and set realistic goals for the future.
• Set boundaries: Use the disciplined energy of Capricorn to establish healthy boundaries in your personal and professional life.
• Embrace your emotions: Allow yourself to feel deeply, but also practice grounding techniques to stay balanced.

Reflective Questions

• What areas of your life need more structure and discipline?
• How can you better balance your professional aspirations with your emotional needs?
• What boundaries do you need to set to protect your energy?

Plants and Crystals for the Full Strawberry Moon

Plant Spotlight

Peace Lily: This plant is perfect for the Root Chakra, symbolizing peace and purification. Incorporate a Peace Lily into your home to enhance the grounding energy during this Full Moon phase.

ZZ Plant: Known for its resilience, the ZZ plant aligns with the Heart Chakra, promoting harmony and balance. Place it in your living space to invite tranquility and emotional stability.

Crystal Focus

Black Tourmaline: Connected to Saturn, Black Tourmaline is excellent for protection and grounding. Use it during meditation to absorb negative energies and enhance your sense of security.

Rose Quartz: This heart chakra stone promotes love, compassion, and emotional healing. Carry Rose Quartz or place it under your pillow to open your heart and invite positive, loving energy.

Reiki, Energy Healing, and Foods to Eat

Reiki Practices

To enhance the Full Moon’s energy, focus on the Root and Heart Chakras during your Reiki practice. Set intentions for letting go of negativity and be open to renewal and transformation. Clear and recharge your chakras, particularly the Root Chakra and the Heart Chakra, embracing new responsibilities and stepping into your authority.

Yoga Poses and Meditation

Incorporate grounding yoga poses like Mountain Pose and Tree Pose to stabilize your energy. Practice Heart-Opening poses like Camel Pose to embrace emotional healing. Meditate with a focus on setting boundaries and releasing what no longer serves you.

Foods for the Moon Phase

Consume foods that enhance the Root and Heart Chakras. Black seed is particularly beneficial—it can make you sleepy, clears constipation, and helps with chronic conditions like rheumatoid arthritis and fibromyalgia. It also aids in weight loss and helps lower blood sugar and cholesterol levels.

Craft Corner

Crafts and projects that I am currently working on that’s inspired by this Moon phase are closing tabs in my computer that I’m not working on and uploading work I have not released. Just last night I published a multitude of Full Moon in Capricorn and Summer Solstice products into my virtual store, check them out today  @ https://payhip.com/AlluvialVirtualBookStore

A personal project the kids and I are working on is a Blissing Jar. Here is a brief tutorial or steps you can follow to create for yourself:

Blissing Jar Tutorial

Create a Blissing Jar to manifest your intentions during this Full Moon. Here’s how:

1. Gather Materials: A jar, small pieces of paper, a pen, and decorative items (crystals, herbs, etc.).
2. Set Intentions: Write down your goals, dreams, and what you wish to release on the pieces of paper.
3. Assemble the Jar: Place the papers inside the jar along with any decorative items.
4. Seal and Meditate: Seal the jar and meditate on your intentions, visualizing them coming to fruition.

I encourage creativity and add personal touches to make the jar uniquely yours.

Affirmations and Journal Prompts

Affirmations

• I am grounded and disciplined, ready to embrace my responsibilities.
• I set healthy boundaries that protect my energy and well-being.
• I open my heart to love, compassion, and emotional healing.

Journal Prompts

• Reflect on your progress over the past six months. What have you achieved, and what still needs attention?
• What boundaries do you need to set or reinforce to protect your energy?
• How can you balance your professional goals with your emotional needs?

Wrapping it up

As I pack up to move from Savannah, GA to Baltimore, MD, this Full Moon in Capricorn reminds me of the importance of structure, setting boundaries, and letting go of things that no longer serve us. This transition involves coordinating schedules, dealing with fibromyalgia flare-ups, and managing migraines—all while homeschooling year-round. It’s a learning experience, and I’m grateful for the grounding energy this Full Moon brings.

I invite you to share your own experiences, crafts, or insights on how the Moon’s energy is influencing your journey. Comment below with your reflections, craft projects, or experiences with the suggested plants and crystals.

What’s Next?

Follow my blog or social media for more insights and updates, and let’s harness this Full Moon energy together!

Send Positive Inner-G, La Trecia aka Reiki Ra-Ess

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