Why is the New Moon a powerful time?🌙
Each month, at the time of the New Moon, we have a potent opportunity to check in with where we are, where we'd like to be and perhaps set an intention for the new lunar cycle.
With the night sky empty and darker than usual, our senses and intuition are naturally heightened... it is thereby also a powerful time to engage in meditative practices or to simply carve out some space to slow down, be still, be silent and let the voice of our inner wisdom be heard...
Just as the moon is invisible at this time and existing only in our imaginations, we can harness our imaginative powers to set an intention - to plant our seeds in the blank canvas of the empty night sky and slowly watch them grow as the moon gradually appears over the coming weeks.
We may experience new beginnings at the time of the new moon - sometimes very external and literally, such as getting a new job, and at other times this could be more internal, such as experiencing a new perspective on something. It is widely accepted that we often feel emotional around the time of the Full Moon, but the New Moon can also feel like an incredibly sensitive and emotional time in a different way and it is a good idea to be a little gentler with yourself for 3 days either side of the New Moon....
🤎What will we be doing in the New Moon Cacao Ceremony?🤎
As the New Moon can be a sensitive time, this space is first and foremost about self-care. It isn't always easy to choose to take 2 hours out for ourselves, but it is so important - we have so much more to give to others when we do what we need to do to replenish ourselves.
Jade will create a soothing space to support us in slowing down - with soft lights, soothing music and the earthy smell of palo santo in the air. From the moment you arrive, you will be invited to relax - to drop any social mask, to be tired if you're tired, to be quiet and close your eyes if that's what you feel like doing - and throughout the offering everything is optional and you are welcome to skip anything that doesn't feel nurturing.
🧘🏻♂️Meditation & Breathwork🧘🏻♀️
We will begin with a short guided meditation and gentle breathwork for which you can either sit or lie down. This will help us to soothe the nervous system and to feel a little more present and grounded.
🤎Cacao🤎
Jade will then serve the Cacao or herbal tea if you prefer. You will be guided in drinking in the traditional way - mindfully and feeling a connection to the plant and to your heart as you drink.
✨Astrology✨
Jade will then share some information on the astrology of this particular new moon and information on working with the phases of the moon in general.
🧘🏻♀️Meditation & Journalling: Setting Intentions🌱
You will then be guided to explore the heightened intuition that may be available at this time of the New Moon and also having taken the Cacao. You may feel an expanded sense of love and compassion as well. Jade will offer gentle guidance and allow some space for you to go within and connect with the deepest part of yourself... this will be followed by some silent time for reflecting or journalling on anything you may have experienced, any clarity or insights that may have come up and any intentions you'd like to set...
💚Optional Sharing Circle💚
We will then come back together for an optional sharing circle. A crystal will be passed around and for those who do not want to share, it can simply be passed to the next person - no questions asked. You can share how you're feeling, anything you've experienced around this New Moon or during the course of the evening and any intentions you'd like to set. Speaking your intention out loud can be powerful: speech is more material than thought, so it's the first step in giving your intention a little more sustenance and if it feels vulnerable to share then this courage can make it all the more powerful too...
💤Yoga Nidra (Meditation)💤
The evening will end with Yoga Nidra. This is a simple guided meditation that is practised lying down and during which you will bring awareness to different parts of the body. There is no movement involved and no experience needed - we simply lie down and listen for about 20 minutes. There is a lot of crossover between Yoga Nidra and Hypnosis, and during the meditation you will be invited to recall your intention; in this way, we can plant a seed in the deeper layers of consciousness to further support our intentions in materialising. This practice can also be deeply relaxing.
🤎What is Ceremonial Cacao? 🤎
Cacao was originally used medicinally and ceremonially in native Central and South American tribes due to the extensive physical and spiritual healing properties of this sacred plant.
It is very physically healing, as one of the richest sources of antioxidants and magnesium. Magnesium is therapeutic for anxiety as it calms the nervous system and relaxes the muscles. Cacao boosts Serotonin (happiness, very basically) and Anandamide (know as the bliss molecule) in the body, as well as releasing dopamine and endorphins that can help to alleviate symptoms of depression and PMS and increase focus and motivation.
Partaking in the Cacao Ceremony is, of course, optional. It is a stimulant and contains caffeine, so some people prefer not to consume it in the evening. The cacao is 100% ceremonial-grade (vegan and ethically-sourced), and can shift us from ego to love; our intentions are so much more powerful if they’re fuelled with loving energy and come from our higher selves.
As we drink cacao, our awareness is heightened - both of the sensory external world and of our deep inner landscape - so this ‘earth medicine’ will also support us in our visualisation work, which is a powerful practice for bringing our intentions to life.
Meet Jade😊
Jade has been doing these with every Full and New Moon for almost 3 years - in Brighton, where she lived previously, and since leaving Brighton she has been doing them online. Her background is in Yoga, having worked as a Yoga teacher since 2017.
📍Where is it? 📍
The Yoga Being
15 The Precinct (Gosport Precinct)
South Street
Gosport
Right in the heart of Gosport💚
🌱How much does it cost?🌱
£30 per person.
✍️What shall I bring?✍️
A cushion to sit on.
A journal.
A pen.
Wear anything that feels cosy and nurturing :-)
🙏🏻How to book?🙏🏻
To save your space, please email Jade at
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This event will be limited to 8 spaces.
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