Virgo New Moon

It is said the 12th and final sign of the Zodiac - Pisces - carries the wisdom of its predecessors, but what’s love got to do with it? This mysterious sign is attributed to both Aphrodite and Innana who are some of the greatest goddesses of love and sexuality in human history. We cover stories of dramatic escapes, dramatic returns and … magic fish(?) that span Europe and the fertile crescent, before settling in for a meditation exercise to connect us with the elements of life. This is the final episode of the Moon and You, so leave a review to let us know how you found it!

Splish splosh splash into Aquarius and the (sometimes suspiciously familiar!) stories about this transcendental sign. Ganymede gives Helen of Troy a run for her money as the most coveted Trojan royal, Enki saves us from apocalyptic floods, and we're reminded that rivers all around the world have a role to play in cleaning us, cleansing us, and keeping us well-fed. Meditate with me to let the water-bearer's silver rain wash away stress and tension in your body, and prepare yourself for the upcoming shift into spring

Why be a goat OR a fish when you can be both? For the smallest constellation in the zodiac Capricorn definitely punches above its weight in lore. We'll learn more about; Zeus' four-legged stepmother (Amalthea), the goat-footed gods' holiday to Egypt (Pan), the loneliest and saddest sea creature (Pricus) and  their origins in a much older connection to the Babylonian god of wisdom and water (Ea). This episode finishes with a  traditional 3-9 count breathing meditation to start the new year with a clear mind.

Adventure awaits and Saggitarius aims true. Learn about Chiron - the forefather of medicine and mentor to many heroes of the ancient mediterranean, Krotos the satyr  who frolics about with the nine muses, and Ninurta the warrior god who was convinced by his magic talking mace to vanquish the demon of disease (promise I didn't make this one up!).  As the calendar year comes to a close, this episode also includes a meditation on letting go to make space in our heart for deeper love, connection and purpose with those we care about.

Scorpions give most people the creeps, so why do they feature so heavily in our stories of the stars? Learn what the sign of Scorpio can teach us about humility, remembrance and the importance of change. From famous hunters (Orion) to terrifying poisoners (Serket), the legends surrounding the 8th sign of the zodiac always leave a sting in their tail. We'll explore why this sign brings about a slight sense of danger, before undertaking a simple meditation to cleanse the body and mind of toxic debris. 

Libra energy is all about harmonising our inner and outer worlds. Join me as I explore why these weighing scales are so much more than they seem. From Themis, to Shamash, to Ma'at - this humble sign rests on the crown of some heavy hitting gods across the ancient world. We'll also undertake a simple but very relaxing meditation exercise to marry our minds with our body before asking ourselves, 'how do I achieve and maintain equilibrium'?

Its ladies night! Virgo is all about women who boss it - setting the standard, getting sh*t done and keeping communities together. We'll learn why the last god amongst mortal men, Astraea, ascended to the skies where she watches over us today; why Persephone is the Queen of the Dead (and queen of job-sharing), and spend some moments of quiet meditation and reflection being grateful for the gifts of the harvest and the importance of community spirit.

'I laugh in the face of danger!' said Simba.  Lions have been admired and feared since the dawn of time, and the Nemean Lion represented in the constellation of Leo was the real Lion King.  This month we explore the legends behind this fiery sign and ask ourself what is nature, and what is nurture? This month's mediation is a little unconventional and more of a mindfulness exercise involving an apple (or any other piece of seasonal fruit!) - so have it handy before you tune in.

What do crabs, snapping turtles and scarab beetles have in common? Cancer season is here so get ready to learn about how this understated little cluster of stars can teach us to not sweat the small stuff and 'just be'.  We'll be exploring its links with the great hero Hercules and how this humble sign has worn many guises in Sumerian, Egyptian and Chinese lore. The meditation this month puts us in our place and reminds us just how perfectly we fit into the grand design.

We've hit Gemini - the third sign of the zodiac. Learn about the story of Castor and Pollux, the twins born from a swan's egg (naturally) who let rivalry turn into tragedy when they let pride and pettiness take hold. Gemini is the first of the air signs and this new moon we'll be unpacking the nature of consciousness and doing an exercise in empty-mindedness to see us through these hot summer days!