luna-lover or are just beginning to tune into the subtle but powerful shifts in energy that emanate from the Moon’s ever-changing form, there’s no question about her influence over our experience here on Earth. The Moon’s incredible impact on the ocean’s tides would be the most obvious example, and one that is “scientifically” accepted. But perhaps something less obvious or “proven” is the way our bodies and our minds shift in time with the Moon. This is especially true for those living in a body that experiences a menstrual cycle—often referred to as one’s “Moontime.” As a hormonal cycle that often averages the same number of days as a complete Moon cycle, the menstrual cycle mirrors the Moon’s phases in a myriad of ways, and can provide deep and powerful insights into our lives through the practice of cycle tracking. However, cycle tracking is certainly not just for people with periods. As someone who takes an interest in astrology, you are probably well aware of how the planets play a recurring role in our lives, whether we have a monthly bleed or not. So taking note of your daily experience through cycle tracking can be a beautiful way to create an even deeper connection and awareness of how your body is connected with and responds to the astrological events happening overhead. So how does cycle tracking work? In each edition of your Moon Wisdom Club guidebook you’ll find two charts—one for each of the months that the current astrological season touches. Each calendar shows not only the days and dates, but also the Moon’s phases and the signs it will cycle through during the month ahead, with space for note taking. To get the most out of this practice, you may find printing the calendar and leaving it by your bedside with a pencil to be most helpful. This is a daily practice, so ensuring that it’s easily accessible is key! On the next page, you’ll also find a link to an ebook “The Art & Magic of Cycle Tracking” that will provide you with an even deeper dive into this practice and what to expect through Cycle Tracking. At night before going to sleep, reflect on the day’s experience. In the corresponding day’s slice of the wheel, use either symbols or words to describe your experience (some suggestions have been made in the key below, but feel free to get creative!). Here are some themes with a few potential descriptive words that might be helpful to reflect upon: • Energy levels: low, high, sleepy, wired • Moods or Feelings: excited, inspired, quiet, anxious, depressed, optimistic, frustrated • Physical body: achey, energized, strong, weak, cramps • Socializing: extroverted (wanting to be around people), introverted (preferring to be alone) • Work: trouble focusing, highly motivated, creative, uninspired, team oriented, independent • Sexual energy and/or days you were sexually active • Bleed days (these can be marked in the droplet symbols in each day’s slice of the wheel) All of these themes and words are merely suggestions though, please make sure you are taking note of the things that stand out to and are important to you. As you continue this practice over the coming months, you may be surprised to notice certain patterns that you were unaware of before. Perhaps the day before the Full Moon, your body feels buzzing with energy and your thoughts are scattered, whereas around the New Moon you are called to be much more quiet and prone to writing in your journal. Or perhaps the opposite is true! Regardless of what you find, know that this experience is specific to you and that is the magic of it. The self-awareness that this practice brings can lead to a deeper more positive connection to your body, your mental health and even to the relationships you have with those around you. LEARNING TO LOVE YOUR OWN LUNAR PHASES Moon Wisdom Club • October to November 2020 • Scorpio Season • Created by Goddess Provisions
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