New Moon New You

Greetings:

Hey this is a BIG day. Today, Thursday, January 18th is the first New Moon of the Year. According to my friend and Feng Shui consultant Kathryn (Katie) Weber today is the day to tap into the power of the New Moon and propel yourself into success in 2007.

Katie offers tips for leveraging the power of the New Moon.

How to Make Your Wishes for the New Moon

1. Write your wishes down. You must write them down on paper.
Use red ink, or write on red paper, or put your wishes in a red envelope.

2. Write no more than 10 wishes. No more than 10 wishes and be specific. Instead of writing “I want more money,” write “I wish for a $10,000 raise this year.” See the difference?

3. Make wishes correspond with the moon’s energy.
Each new moon is in a different astrological sign, such as Leo, Scorpio, etc. To make the most of the energy of each one, be sure to make wishes that have something to do with that sign, such as money or business when the moon is in Capricorn, real estate or social relationships when the moon is in Taurus, or the health concerns, such as back problems if the moon is in Capricorn.

4. Put wishes in your bed pillow for 30 days or place them outside where the new moon can cast its energy on your wishes. Sleeping with your wishes will keep you mindful and goal-oriented of what it is you want achieve. After the 30 days, put your wishes into a “wish box” next to your bed. Don't like to sleep on them? Then put them next to where you sleep or in a special silver "wish box."

5. Write your wishes at the right time.
Timing is everything. So make sure you time your wish list correctly! If the new moon is at 3:00 a.m. or while you are sleeping, simply make your wishes before you go to bed. Try to make your new moon wishes as close to the new moon as possible and don't wait longer than 2-3 AFTER the new moon.

6. Is your birthday on the date of the new moon? New moon birthdays are extra potent! So, if your birthday falls on this day, consider yourself doubly lucky – and by all means, make extra certain to make a wish this day!

7. Sign and date your wishes. Always sign your name and put a date on your "wish list." I like to write mine in RED INK!

New Moons Time Converter: Times given are US Eastern Standard Time. To convert to your time anywhere in the world, click here.

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I subscribe to Katie's newsletter and wow, great information on Feng Shui. One tip I got from the newsletter was to purchase oranges and have them in the home as a symbol of gold. Katie shared with me that her family actually takes their oranges and rolls them through the front door to symbolize gold rolling into the house. What a great fun way to symbolize wealth coming into your home. I would highly recommend Katie's newsletter if you are interested in having your home support you.

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Here is a review of the Day that I wrote about the New Moon and how you can use this positive energy!

First New Moon of the Year

The New Year brings with it many opportunities and one is happening today at 11:01 pm EST, the first New Moon of the year. Normally I don't pay much attention to what happens with the moon, but my good friend and Feng Shui consultant Kathryn (Katie) Weber (http://www.redlotusletter.com/) has brought my attention to this event. In Feng Shui, the New Moon is a big deal and according to Katie we can use New Moon energy to help us manifest what we want in the New Year. I think that the New Moon is a good time to "remember" the goals set the first of the year and to recommit to what you said you want in 2007. If the New Moon gives us a little burst of energy why not tap into it.

I love the concept of reviewing your goals for the year, rewriting them if you are not already doing this every day and making it a priority to focus on what you really want. By this time of the year, many people have already forgotten their New Year's resolutions (remember those things you said you would do differently this year) or have written out their goals only to misplace them. The New Moon is a great reminder that if you really want to reach your goals, you have to be clear, focused and willing to take action. Don't let your goals languish. Take this opportunity to recharge them and get moving. The year is young! Take advantage of the time you have and get goaling.

Coaching

I believe that if you believe something works, it works. I have given up judging anything. I think that using the New Moon energy is a fun and creative way to keep the focus on what you want for the New Year. It might even be fun to create your own celebration or tradition around the New Moon. I have friends that fast during the New Moon and others that have special meals and rituals they do during the New Moon. Whatever you do take the time today to reflect on what is most important to you and set your intentions for the year. Review your goals and create a plan to reach those goals. This can be a great New Year, but it is up to you!

Coaching Question

What will you do to recharge your goals?

Live the Day

Today, reflect on your intentions for the year and recommit to your goals. Rachelle, you can have anything you set your mind to if you are willing to put the time and effort into making it happen.

Resources
How to Make Your Wishes for the New Moon http://www.redlotusconsulting.com/SubscribersPage.html

Quotes

"Shoot for the moon. Even if you miss, you'll land among the stars." Les Brown

"You may have a fresh start any moment you choose, ... You may not get the stars--but you may get the moon." Carlton Young