Diane Ahlquist - Your Guide to Finding Energy, Balance, and Healing with the Power of the Moon

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Library of Congress Cataloging-in-Publication Data

Names: Ahlquist, Diane, author.

Title: The moon + you / Diane Ahlquist, author of Moon Spells.

Description: Avon, Massachusetts: Adams Media, 2020.

Series: Moon magic.

Includes index.

Identifiers: LCCN 2019039417 | ISBN 9781507212141 (hc) | ISBN 9781507212158 (ebook)

Subjects: LCSH: Occultism. | Moon--Phases--Miscellanea.

Classification: LCC BF1623.M66 A34 2020 | DDC 133.5/32--dc23

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The chocolate cake recipe in the Throw a Dinner Party entry and the frittata recipe in the Increase Plant-Based Protein Consumption entry are adapted from the following title published by Adams Media, an Imprint of Simon & Schuster, Inc.: The EverythingFamily Nutrition Book by Leslie Bilderback, copyright 2009, ISBN 978-1-59869-704-9.

DEDICATION

With great joy I would like to dedicate this book to you, my readers.

Remember to take care of yourself first, then you can help others if they need it.

May you be inspired by the phases of the moon to work in harmony with her and always shine your brightest!

Our connection with the moon is deep, meaningful, and powerful. Whether you find your body reacting differently at certain moon phases or notice changes in your mood, the effect of the moon on your body, mind, and spirit is unmistakable. And now, with The Moon+ You, youll learn quick, easy ways to harness that power.

Mother Nature has a huge impact on our lives on earth. If you choose to bond with her and let her speak to you, you will find that your life is more fulfilled and your well-being is improved. We never really know for sure what the weather will bring every month. But, the moon phases, which repeat, are remarkably consistent, with the exception of an eclipse here and there. That consistency gives us moon watchers the ability to plan ahead and receive all of the gifts were being handed!

Just like the ebb and flow of tides on earth, your strong connection with the moon can help you bring in more of what you want and let go of what doesnt serve you. In these pages, you will find various activities, exercises, recipes, and thought-provoking ideas that align with the moons phases to help you feel balanced, happy, and united with the universe at large. For example, a full moon calls us to be fearless and live with abundance, so try organizing a drum circle with friends. Youll want to release physical and emotional baggage during a waning moon, so thats the time to detox your skin and practice forgiveness. Consider fasting during part of the short time of a dark moon to rest and cleanse your body. A new moon celebrates beginnings, so smudge your home with a sage bundle and reenergize your crystal collection. The waxing moon encourages you to grow spirituallyits a good time to write down your intentions and meditate on them. Each of the one hundred ideas will put you in sync with nature and let you put your mind, body, and spirit first.

Whether youre already enamored by the beauty and power of the moon or are just establishing a relationship with her, you can now use her energy with intention to improve your health and well-being. Each phase offers the potential for spiritual growth, personal development, and abundant happiness. Let the moon help you live your best lifeone phase at a time.

Using this book will awaken your senses and open your mind to the many ways the moon affects your life and how you can best harness its energy. Every phase offers specific wisdom and guidance that can help you, but you have to know how to best engage with its power at every step along its lunar path.

• Full moon: The moon is full in the sky, calling you to be fearless while you bask in its highest energy! This is the perfect time to try new activities, take a risk, and trust that its going to work out for the best. The world is your oyster at this time, so embrace abundance and new opportunities, and start following your wildest dreams. Nows a good time to go out with a new person, open a business, or buy a new house. Full moon, full life!

• Waning moon: The moon appears to be getting smaller. In the Northern Hemisphere, which is half the planet, (including the USA, Canada, and so forth) it looks like a D (think D for decreasing for memorys sake.) In the Southern Hemisphere, its reversed and looks like a C. This is a time to think about decreasing things in your life that are no longer serving you. This would be a great time to clean out your closets, basement, or garage, or cut ties with business dealings that havent lived up to their hype. Minimize the physical and psychic clutter in your life.