Today marks this month’s full moon, the Barley Moon, transiting through the sign of Aquarius. When the moon transits through this unique air sign it amplifies its innately insightful nature. Depending on where Aquarius sits in your birth chart will help you in understanding how to work with the energy of this transit.
If you are an Aquarius Sun, Moon or Rising or have prominent Aquarius/Uranus placements in your birth-chart then this full moon may exacerbate Aquarius’ intellectual and aloof nature. For others it may inspire a change in perspective in some area of your life or call you to become more introspective. One way we can all find balance under the influence of these energies is through the help of Aromatherapy.
The aromatherapy blend below was created with herbs, essential oils and crystals to inspire insight, openness and creativity. The resulting scent is delicate, sweet and slightly herbal. Roll on under this full moon’s influence to connect to Aquarius’ insightful and creative mind or to experience life more from the Heart than the Mind.
Essential Oils:
Bergamot is an uplifting citrus scent often used for soothing anxiety.
Clary Sage is an herb associated with the Moon. Its sweet yet herbaceous scent is said to open the heart.
Jasmine is a gorgeous heady and floral scent that is said to inspire creativity.
Lavender is an herb of Mercury. Its floral and herbaceous scent is associated with healing and eases an overactive mind.
Star Anise is an herb of Aquarius whose scent can offer insight and open one psychically.
Herbs:
Butterfly Pea is an herb of transformation and has been used medicinally to aid in the function of the mind.
Lavender is a soothing herb and eases an overactive mind.
Star Anise is an herb of Aquarius and is associated with clairvoyance and protection from negative energies.
Crystals:
Amethyst is a highly spiritual crystal and the birthstone for Aquarius. This healing crystal cleanses the mind, eases overthinking and offers great insight into one’s own being.
Clear Quartz enhances the energy of other stones and is incredibly cleansing to all chakra points.
Moonstone helps one connect to their intuition and is emotionally soothing.
INGREDIENTS:
- 10ml Roller Bottle
- Carrier Oil of Choice (Sweet Almond, Jojoba, Grapeseed, etc,)
- 3 drops Clary Sage Essential Oil
- 2 drop Bergamot Essential Oil
- 2 drops Lavender Essential Oil
- 4 drops Jasmine Oil
- 1 drop Star Anise Essential Oil
- Dried Lavender Buds
- Dried Butterfly Pea
- Dried Star Anise
- Amethyst crystal chip
- Clear Quartz crystal chip
- Moonstone crystal chip
In your roller bottle add the crystal chips, dried herbs and then essential oils. Fill the bottle with your oil of choice and place roller top and cap. Swirl to combine all ingredients. Roll onto pulse points and/or the Anja Chakra (3rd Eye) to ground the mind, the Anahata Chakra (Heart) to open emotionally and the Swadhisthana Chakra (Sacral) to inspire creativity.
Use this oil regardless of Sun,Moon or Rising sign in times of need.
**This is in no way intended to treat any emotional or mental disorders, please seek professional advice if needed**
References:
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Beyerl, Paul. The Master Book of Herbalism. Phoenix Publishing, 1984.
Galper, Amy and Daigneault, Christina. Plant-Powered Beauty. Ben Bella Books, 2018.
Hall, Judy. The Crystal Bible. Godsfield Press, 2003.
Hidalgo, Sharlyn. The Healing Power of Trees: Spiritual Journey Through the Celtic Tree Calendar. Llewellyn Publications, 2012.