Monday 11/25 – Alligator – We’re cruising into the last month of not only the year but the decade! Take some time out today to look back on the seasons you’ve come through, and honor the experiences that have brought you to today. Both the challenges and the victories have contributed to the development of your soul and by reflecting on the gifts in each, we can deepen our wisdom, expand our perspective, and cultivate a more grounded sense of peace around who we are and who we’ve been, as well as clarity around who we wish to become.
Tuesday 11/26 – Otter Reversed - If you feel yourself getting wrapped up in jealousy or competitive tendencies today, take a beat. We are so much more interconnected than we usually realize and it’s important to remember that the success and well-being of one really does support the wellbeing of all. When we are able to see this, we can truly feel that celebrating and supporting those around us will always ultimately create a positive energy loop that comes back around to elevate us as well. Also, don’t forget to notice what triggers envy inside of you and use that as information about where you are feeling unexpressed. You don’t need to take away from someone else, but you can and should get to work creating your own unique version. You may just end up adding some much-needed light to the world in the process!
Wednesday 11/27 – Wolf – Keep your eyes open for teachers today and know that they don’t always come in the form we expect! You may have an experience with a wise soul that offers you some sage advice or guidance, but your teachers can also come in the form of challenging characters in your life, personal experiences, triggers or intense emotional responses that rise up to show us where we have healing to do, and, of course, nature in all of its intricacy and beauty. The more you can view each experience as a powerful opportunity to learn, the more you’ll grow and expand, and the less you’ll find yourself getting caught up in frustration when things don’t go exactly your way. When we drop into curiosity and wonder, judgement and fear have a tendency to take a backseat. What greater gift could you give yourself?
Thursday 11/28 – Mouse Reversed – Speaking of judgement, it’s important today to make the distinction between judgement and discernment. We can decide that something is not right for us or no longer serves our vision for our life without making that thing “bad” or “wrong”, whether it’s a job, a person, or simply a way of being. Letting go of things with love in our hearts is a skill and one that is worth developing. Blame and shame only serve to cover over our own shadows and blindspots and self-righteousness has a way of putting us atop a very tall pedestal--with only one way to go from there. Do yourself the favor of remaining rooted in compassion as you make choices about what you wish to clear from your life. Any endings that need to take place will feel much cleaner energetically and you’ll be more able to focus on what’s ahead rather than continuing to invest negative energy into something that’s no longer meant for you anyhow.
Friday 11/29 – Buffalo Reversed – If you’ve got a little bit of the post-holiday blues today, bring it back to the simple pleasures. It’s usually not the big, flashy things that actually bring us the most joy and the experience of gratitude is much more about tapping into the warm and often humbling feeling we receive when we truly connect with the ways we are blessed. If your gratitude is happening mostly in your head or involves a lot of “shoulds”, it’s time to shift your approach. Focus on one or two tiny things that actually drop you into your heart space. It could be as small as the feeling of sunlight on your skin or a moment of connection with a loved one. Allow yourself to memorize that feeling and come back to it as often as you need to.
Saturday 11/30 – Wild Boar – If there’s an issue you’ve been side-stepping, either with yourself or another person, it’s time to address it head on. You don’t have to be aggressive, and honestly, it’s probably best if you’re not, but being direct and clear is absolutely called for today. It might be scary or uncomfortable at first to name the tension that’s been present, but once you’ve broken through that initial resistance, you’ll feel so much freer. So say what you need to say; just make sure it’s said from a place of love.
Sunday 12/1 – Squirrel – Squirrel medicine is all about gathering and preparedness and today offers a wonderful opportunity to take some time to assess what your resources are and what you’ll need to close out this year feeling your best. This may be a matter of doing some financial planning or maybe it’s more about figuring out how to take care of your energy reserves during a very busy time of the year. Either way, a little planning today can go a long way towards supporting your wellbeing in the season ahead so get in touch with your inner nerd, dig into your calendars and spreadsheets, and consider it an investment in yourself, because it absolutely is.