May 2022 Nurturing
/“When you plant the seed of love – it is you who blossoms. ”
Welcome May. While it has taken a while, spring seems to have finally arrived. You can see it in the blooming trees and sprouting leaves. In the Hudson Valley area of NY it is still a little chilly as we begin May but we know warmer weather is on the way. May is also the month we celebrate Mother’s Day and all the incredible women in our lives.
Great mothers are known for their nurturing ways. So, our theme for May is “Nurturing”. Particularly self – nurturing. How do you nurture yourself? Do you allow time for self-care? What does self-care mean to you? If you are a mother of young children do you believe that it is even in your realm of possibility? We each need to give ourselves permission for rest, relaxation and self-care and often times that might mean asking for help. Even to get 5 minutes alone in a shower.
May is the 5th month of the year – the number 5 symbolizes an equilibrium or balance. It implies you must maintain a healthy sense of proportion in your life in terms of both the physical and the spiritual. the number 5 also brings emphasis to your physical body, your sexual energy, and the way in which your body, mind, and emotions are able to adapt to change. physical matter changes constantly and that you can either prosper from these changes or be overwhelmed by them.
Our full Moon in May occurs on May 16th - it is also known as the Flower Moon. This year it is also an Supermoon Eclipse. More info on the Eclipse and how to view it: Some say that during Eclipses what you focus upon multiples and magnifies so be aware of that and set your mindset accordingly. In other words search for the positive to focus on. We also have Mercury Retrograde in May starting on May 10th and running all the way to June 3rd. So there is quite a bit of star/sky/moon/planet energy going on in May. Practices to assist with this time include grounding, meditation and body work to help with these energies.
“It is through our hands that we speak to the child. That we communicate. Touch is the first language, understanding comes long after feeling.”
SHAMANIC JOURNEY WITH THE DRUM
Several clients have been requesting a return to offering the Shamanic Journey with the Drum. I am happy to offer this again. There will be two dates offered – Sunday May 22, 2022 at 10 AM and Sunday June 19, 2022 at 10 AM. Limited to 8 participants. LEARN MORE
In this offering Rosemary will lead you on a journey of discovery. Studies have shown that experiencing drumming can change brain wave activity, inducing a state of calm and focused awareness. We will be focusing on what you want to bring into your life or manifest in your life. In advance of the session participants are encouraged to think about or write down 2 or intentions. MORE INFO SHAMANIC DRUM
In addition, we will still be offering our Crystal Harp Sound Meditations – Sundays May 15 and June 12 both at 10 AM. In person group sound meditations with the Crystal Harp. The approximate 50 min session includes guided meditation, sound healing and sharing. Participants report feeling residual tension and stress melting away from their body, mind and spirit as the soothing tones & vibrations gently penetrate their field. MORE INFO CRYSTAL HARP
A great idea for Mother’s Day, Father’s Day, Birthday’s or really any occasion - is a GIFT CERTIFICATE to Rose Healing Center. LEARN MORE
“A mother’s hug lasts long after she lets go” K. Anthony Wilson
Another aspect of being a nurturing person is possibly also being called an empathetic person or an “empath”. Empaths’ seem to be getting more and more attention these days as people who “feel too much”. “Empathy” definition from Wikipedia: Empathy is the capacity to understand or feel what another person is experiencing from within their frame of reference, i.e., the capacity to place oneself in another's position. There are many definitions for empathy that encompass a broad range of emotional states. Types of empathy include cognitive empathy, emotional empathy, and somatic empathy. If you think you a person who feels “too much” and might be picking up on other people’s energy, then you might want to consider these few steps to self-care:
Establish a daily practice that you do for yourself. A daily prayer, meditation, walk in nature or whatever feeds your soul and helps you be connected to you and spirit.
Learn to say “NO”. No is a complete sentence. It does not require any further explanation. You can add “NO, Thank you.” If it makes you feel better.
Have regular body work. Reflexology, Craniosacral and consider incorporating or learning about how crystals can help ground and you. Rose Healing Center can help with this.
OUR CRYSTAL OF THE MONTH is KAMBABA JASPER
The kambaba stone is known for promoting peace and tranquility. It is able to do so by removing blockages in the base and heart chakras. This assists in alleviating negativity and promoting serenity and clarity. In terms of physical benefits, it is also believed to help aid digestion. This stone is particularly useful for relationship difficulty of a professional or personal nature. Many choose to have one near them in their workplace or home to promote harmonious interactions.
Kambaba Jasper is often called Green Stromatolite Jasper, and is sometimes referred to as Crocodile Rock or Crocodile Jasper. It is a stone imbued with the nourishing green energy of Nature. Its dark mystic circles and deep green swirls comforts and protects, calms and relaxes, soothing troubled minds and restoring balance to the body and spirit. Its slow steady frequency expands one’s ability to focus and is a remarkable aid in meditation, granting the release of negative thoughts and feelings.. It draws wisdom from its ancient life energies and encourages one to open the heart to loving the self and others more fully, and increases the ability to receive love in return.
Like all Jaspers, Kambaba Jasper alleviates stress and induces tranquility. Its cleansing effect eliminates negative energy and stabilizes the aura. It a wonderful stone for banishing nightmares or harmful thoughts. Kambaba Jasper is particularly conducive to deep and peaceful sleep. Place one by your bedside.
Rose Healing Center is here to help you manifest what you wish to bring in to your life whether it be peace, health, creativity or something else. We offer a variety of services (either virtually or in person) including energy healing, intuitive guidance, sound healing and body work.