Co-Creative Mandalas have a vibration that anchors, activates specific qualities, and represents something about ourselves, the natural world, and the energy in the universe at a particular time. This year the mandalas support Aligning with Wisdom,
within ourselves,
with the natural rhythms in nature,
and  with the Great Mandala.

Welcome to November Grace and Gratitude!

I love the energy of a brand new month, especially ones where the energies seem to distinctly shift, ushering us into the next phase of the Great Mandala cycle. Even though this is a more reflective, inward time, the energy still promises possibility and potential, doesn't it?

The month ahead officially ushers in the holiday season. November is when we tend to start to wind down the year. We may start thinking ahead for the next year - so it’s a great time to set some intentions for the month and consider what you may need to feel supported.

This Co-Creative Mandala oracle card reading for the collective extends an invitation to take a sacred pause to connect within, increase your awareness, and move about your life from a more expansive state of Aligning with Wisdom.  

This is the time for releasing something powerful, or releasing something which no longer suits you.

This is all about letting go and detoxing your life, so there may be something that has been a prominent feature of your life for a long time that is finally moving on to different pastures.

Perhaps you are witnessing the end of a relationship or a job or career, or a certain chapter is closing. Don't think of this so much as an ending in the obvious sense, but rather making space for clearing out something in the way so that something new can grow in its place.

Although this season invites us to go inward, we may also find ourselves pulled toward gathering, toward community, toward celebration. We may find ourselves at odds with the pull to connect, and the equally strong pull toward resistance to the differences of opinions and perspective that can sometimes arise.

I invite you to lean into the concept of Convergence--the natural tendency of life to co-create something new out of differences. Look for our November blog that specifically builds on the archetype of Community and how Convergence supports shifting our perspective.

So, the oracle card reading for this month focuses on the intention to discover Convergence in relationships and in our shared collective. I invite you to consider that intention, as well.

As with all evolution of consciousness, this is an inside job.

Co-Creative Mandalas can be your companion through this powerful season of pausing and reflecting. We invite you to find ways to flourish! This month’s oracle card reading focuses on nourishing the body, mind, and spirit and restoring balance as the season shifts.

The reading isn't for prediction, it's for perspective. When I sit down to do these readings, I ask the Universe to show us where there is Convergence and to reveal a map that helps us navigate our lives with hope, clarity, and intention as we align with wisdom.

This Co-Creative Mandalas Oracle three card reading for the collective taps  into the energy of the month so we can navigate the weeks ahead with grace and ease and to help us reconnect with our path, align with wisdom and our soul-guided purpose, and open up to the abundance and hope the Universe has waiting for us.

This card reading supports you to Align with Wisdom, receive guidance as you grow into your next chapter, and discover new ways to bring Convergence into your life. Come back to this reading whenever you’re feeling stuck, seeking clarity, or when you're ready to Align with Wisdom--within, in nature, and with the Universe.

Before I drew the cards, I asked:

What do we/you/I need to know about how Convergence supports Aligning with Wisdom in November?

The first card, the Focus Card, reveals what we are called to cultivate and expand.

THROAT CHAKRA: COMMUNICATION

This mandala is from a photograph of scabosia (symbolizes respect) and is associated with the solar plexus, heart,  third eye, and crown chakras.

Mandala message:
Use our power to communicate. Open to truthful communication with ourself and others. It is safe to share our ideas, opinions, and feelings.

Possible barriers to honor and clear:
Did you experience an event or situation in the past or present that caused you to shut down, not speak your truth, or feel safe to express yourself?

Affirmation:
I am free to lovingly express myself in all ways.

The 2nd card supports the Focus Card.

What are we/you/I ready to receive that supports Convergence and Aligning with Wisdom?

CROWN CHAKRA: WISDOM

This mandala is from a photograph of scabiosa (symbolizes understanding) and is associated with all the chakras.

Mandala Message:
This is the time to for appreciating that our energy is open and flowing channel of spiritual understanding from  our inner and outer resources. Now is the time for calm awareness. Tap into our deepest knowing. Connect with all the beings who support us. Use this inspiration to find the answers we seek and the blessings we  deserve.

Possible barriers to honor and clear:
Does fear of opening to your intuition or receiving help block trusting your inner and outer resources? Do you think it's unrealistic to trust your wisdom?

Affirmation:
I trust my intuition and the allies who inspire me.

The 3rd card supports our next steps.

What action step can we take that supports seeing Convergence as a pathway to Aligning with Wisdom throughout November and beyond?

WISDOM:
This mandala is from a photograph of crocus (symbolizes change) and is associated with the root, sacral, solar plexus, heart, throat, third eye, and crown chakras.

Mandala Message:
This is the time for sharing our wisdom...we are born to teach. Maybe that's a dream we have for making a difference in the world. Maybe that's something we do every day, in all our interactions. In either case, we have so much love and wisdom to give. Taking a leap of faith and having the courage to fulfill our soul-guided purpose brings blessings to us and to our world.

Possible barriers to honor and clear:
Are you putting off living your soul-guided purpose out of fear? Do you trust that you are enough, know enough, or wise enough? Whose approval are you waiting for?

Affirmation:
I trust my wisdom to guide me. I am open to Wisdom.

Allow the messages from this reading guide you back to a steadier rhythm, one that makes room for more clarity, honesty, and choice in how you move through each day, and how you'll move through the season ahead.

Take your time—this reading is available for you to return to for support whenever you're ready to align with your wisdom, with the wisdom of nature, and Universal wisdom.

This reading brings with it clarity — a chance to pause and reflect on what is rising within you.

• What does this reading reveal?

• What are you ready to release?

• And what is your wisdom gently whispering to you?

Let's affirm to trust our wisdom — we are exactly where we're meant to be.

With love, grace, and gratitude,

Staying vulnerable is a risk we have to take if we want to experience connection.
                                                                                        Brene' Brown

Co-Creative Mandalas have a vibration that anchors, activates specific qualities, and represents something about ourselves, the natural world, and the energy in the universe at a particular time. This year the mandalas support Aligning with Wisdom,
within mind, body, and spirit,
with the natural rhythms in nature,
and  with the Great Mandala.

The mandala archetype for this month is Community.

It's been fun, illuminating, and surprising to explore Community and all the ways it supports
aligning with wisdom:
Your wisdom--mind, body, and spirit--by listening to your inner guidance and finding joy, peace, and wonder.
How is your wisdom calling you
to embrace Community?

This Co-creative mandala, Community, is from a photograph of dahlia (symbolizes lasting bonds) and is associated with the sacral, solar plexus, heart, and crown chakras. It reminds us that changes and challenges call for deep courage, compassion, and connection. We are social
animals, so it's natural to seek a sense of belonging. Community not only sustains us, it also illuminates paths that lead to resilience. Whatever role or purpose we serve in our community, our presence and contribution are needed.

Happy Halloween (Sanhaim--pronounced Sow-in):
We hope your day is Spoooktacular...full of sweet treats, warm smiles, and maybe a little mischief.

We’re sending greetings of warmth and care to each of you as we move into the rhythms of fall here in the Northern Hemisphere, and good wishes to those in the Southern Hemisphere, where spring’s renewal is beginning to emerge.

Today, and for the next couple of weeks, is a powerful time, a threshold that opens to transition from what doesn't serve us to the dreams we envision for the future. This is a time of turning inward. It’s a sacred reminder that endings are a necessary part of growth.

In some traditions there is the belief that the veil between worlds thins and we have an opportunity to connect with and honor our ancestors.

The challenges of our time call for deeper courage, compassion, and connection than at any time in our lives. Certainly, anytime in my life. You may be feeling the pull toward grounding, connection, and a sense of belonging.

As we navigate the complexities of our shared world -  - we are reminded of the importance of community. Community can sustain us. It can show us compassion. It can be a container in which we come together, reflect, and heal.

We know that the human condition has its highs and lows—with both joy and pain. Many of us face illness, hardship, or depression, and lately, so many people are
feeling a deep sense of disconnection. As we release what's run its course, honor our ancestors, and trust that we're making space for what is yet to manifest,  I want to bring us back to gratitude.

When we remember our deep belonging to this world, a fierce and tender courage begins to move through us -- along with the gratitude of our awakened heart.

In Maori, the New Zealand indigenous people's tradition, the feeling that there is a life force that connects all living things is called Mauri. It’s the vital essence that animates everything and links us to each other, to the land, and to the ancestors who came before us. Our longing for community leads us to this connection.

Community has the power to transform us, to uplift us, and to help us live as our most expansive self. Community can support a full, spiritual life when the people we surround
ourselves with support us in our evolution of consciousness and help us live as our most expansive selves. And, we do the same for others.

Have you stopped recently to reflect on and appreciate the relationships--current and past--in your life?

But what happens when you feel like an outsider, someone who doesn't belong?

If you lack the connections, be courageous enough to reach out and build them.
                                                                                        James Clear

Like me, you may have chosen to go it alone, to be a "lone wolf". That's such an interesting expression, "lone wolf". Some say it's a myth, others agree that it's rare that a wolf separates from the pack, either permanently or for short periods of time.

Like wolves, we are "pack animals", social beings. I like to think wolves live in a community, or pack, that is social and that they work together for the common good. We humans could learn from those behaviors.

It’s our cooperative connections with others that enable us, as individuals and as the human race, to thrive. Studies have shown that being alone doesn't support thriving.
Apparently, we do better with people in our lives. Something we can be grateful for and  not take for granted.

I've had challenging times in my life when I found that being connected with others, and having a sense of belonging helped me heal and grown in ways that I didn't imagine.

In that moment, I realized something profound about the kind of connections we all need—and deserve—to thrive.

Being with others, sharing a common understanding of the human condition--with both its bliss and blisters--and a desire to live a better life, helping one another. That changed me forever.

Now, as we step into the deep, reflective season, in this moment of deep reflection, ask: Who are the people you surround yourself with? Are they lifting you up, or is it time to seek something more?

As you consider what to release during the next couple of weeks, perhaps you'll let go of relationships that have run their course. On the other hand, consider letting go of the belief that going it alone is the best path to take.

During this deep, introspective time, it’s important to honor your desire to go inward, while staying connected to the people in your life.

Community supports our quest for living a spiritual life. In community we can find people who remind us of our wholeness, who support our evolution of consciousness, who help us live out most expansive life.

It’s natural to desire connection. If you’re craving community or you'd like to reaffirm your connection to others, why not set an intention to call in community? During this more introspective time, it’s important to honor your desire to go inward, while staying connected to the people in your life.

For some people, this is easy to achieve. For others like me, it's harder, but not impossible. As an introvert, this can be challenging, so I take small steps. This could mean attending one new event. Reaching out to old friends to reconnect is much easier for me. Just being intentional and contacting people who  are important to me is something that I regularly do.

If you’re ready to attract and nurture community in your life, think about those relationships closest to you. Life affirming relationships are reciprocal. How are the people in your life contributing to your life? How are you contributing to theirs?

I believe that life is easier in community. Being supportive of each other and bringing out our best is at the heart of community. It may start out as a group with shared interests or goals and deepen over time as we express care, compassion, and connection.

We’re all in this together.

May you feel held in the quiet power of this season.

May what is ready to fall away do so with grace.

May the wisdom of your ancestors guide your steps in the months ahead.

May new dreams take root in the dark, waiting to bloom in their own time.

And, may you thrive in co-creative communities filled with loving, like-minded, light-hearted beings.

I’m sending you so much love as we journey through this sacred threshold together.

Co-Creative Mandalas have a vibration that anchors, activates specific qualities, and represents something about ourselves, the natural world, and the energy in the universe at a particular time. This year the mandalas support Aligning with Wisdom,
within ourselves,
with the natural rhythms in nature,
and  with the Great Mandala.

Welcome to October Magic!

Can you feel the energy building? There’s a beautiful energy moving through this week with the harvest moon, and today, the 10/10 portal. The energy that’s guiding us toward opening new doors, trusting what’s unfolding, and stepping into greater alignment with wisdom.  This wave of light is bringing the energy of gratitude, harvesting, clarity, and expansion.

It’s been a remarkable transition into fall here at Co-Creative Mandalas. We're grateful to be harvesting the fruits of all the work--inner and outer--that we've accomplished this year.

October is generally a quiet month. Summer has passed, the kids are back at school, and there’s a sense of calm before the festive holiday season kicks in.

When I think of October, it shows up as an "in between" month-- between summer and fall. The days are shorter, the air is decidedly cooler at night and crisper in the morning. The garden needs a different kind of attention. I'm still harvesting veggies and cutting flowers, albeit more slowly--both me and the garden. I'm cutting old, spent flowers and pulling out dying vines, in the early stages of clearing the area for a "long winter's nap". But, neither garden or I am quite there. Yet.

We photographers refer to a special quality of October light as "the golden hour" or the "magic time". When the sun is lower in the sky, it casts a warm glow on everything. We seek out this light because it's warm and soft compared to the direct, sometimes harsh, feeling of summer light (everything growing needs that intensity). Fall colors--orange, red, yellow all seem brighter, more intense. This glowing, warm light happens earlier than later in the day.

That's what my inner life feels like, too--not quite done with summer and yet, fall has arrived. Some days I'm craving warm soup as if it's already winter, others I'm making potato salad as if it's still summer. I'd like to nap more, but there's still work to be done and schedules to keep--and only so much light left in the day. No getting up super early to work in the garden before the sun's intensity is too hot to handle. No longer hours of daylight, that extends my outdoor adventures well into the evening. All mixed blessings, and maybe mixed messages, too.

Are you feeling "in between"...the bright light of summer and the golden hour of October? "In between"...what's falling away and what's emerging?

At the heart of this month's collective reading is Community (the October Co-Creative Mandala archetype)-honoring inner connections and in all areas of life.

For me, sitting with these cards now, feels like a magical moment--as I take in the beautiful golden, warm light of autumn.

That’s what I want for you too!

Co-Creative Mandalas can be your companion through this powerful season of pausing and reflecting. We invite you to find ways to flourish! This month’s oracle card reading focuses on nourishing the body, mind, and spirit and restoring balance as the season shifts.

When I sit down to do these readings, I ask Spirit to show us where there is Community and to reveal a map that helps us navigate our lives with hope, clarity, and intention as we align with wisdom.

This Co-Creative Mandalas Oracle three card reading for the collective taps  into the energy of the month so we can navigate the weeks ahead with grace and ease and to help us reconnect with our path, align with wisdom and our soul-driven purpose, and open up to the abundance and hope Spirit has waiting for us.

This card reading supports you to Align with Wisdom, receive guidance as you grow into your next chapter, and discover new ways to bring Honesty into your life. Come back to this reading whenever you’re feeling stuck, seeking clarity, or when you're ready to Align with Wisdom--within, in nature, and with the Universe.

Before I drew the cards, I asked:

What do we/you/I need to know about Aligning with Wisdom in October?

The first card, the Focus Card, reveals what you are called to cultivate and expand.

WISDOM:
This mandala is from a photograph of crocus (symbolizes change) and is associated with the root, sacral, solar plexus, heart, throat, third eye, and crown chakras.

Mandala Message:
This is the time for sharing your wisdom...you are born to teach. Maybe that's a dream you have for making a difference in the world. Maybe that's something you do every day, in all your interactions. In either case, you have so much love and wisdom to give. Taking a leap of faith and having the courage to fulfill your soul-guided purpose brings blessings to you and to your world.

Possible barriers to honor and clear:
Are you putting off living your soul-guided purpose out of fear? Do you trust that you are enough, know enough, or wise enough? Whose approval are you waiting for?

Affirmation:
I trust my wisdom to guide me. I am open to Wisdom.

The 2nd card supports the Focus Card.

What are we/you/I ready to receive that supports Aligning with Wisdom?

SPIRITUAL GROWTH:
This mandala from a photograph of blue Himalayan poppy (symbolizes enlightenment ) is also associated with the sacral, solar plexus, third eye, and crown chakras.

Mandala message:
This is a wonderful time! You are on your karmic path and headed in the right direction. You are in tune with your soul-guided purpose. This is the time to trust your wisdom and the Universal wisdom.

Possible barriers to honor and clear:
In what ways have you fallen off your path? What old habits or beliefs distract you or keep you stuck?

Affirmation:
My mind, body, and spirit are open to the Wisdom that shows me the way.

The 3rd card supports our next steps.

What action step can we take that supports Aligning with Wisdom during the autumn equinox, throughout September, and beyond?

WHOLENESS:
This mandala is from a photograph of purple verbena (symbolizes divine forces ) and is also associated with the solar plexus, heart, throat, third eye, and crown chakras.

Mandala Message:
This is the time for increased personal power and for speaking your truth. Tap into inner strength. Love and accept yourself. Embrace your inner resources and support from the Universe. Co-create the life of your dreams.

Possible barriers to honor and clear:
In what ways are you overlooking the truth of you power and presence? How are you giving away your power? Are you afraid to trust yourself because of past mistakes?

Affirmation:
I am whole and complete. I trust myself and I trust the Universe.

Allow the messages from this reading guide you back to a steadier rhythm, one that makes room for more clarity, honesty, and choice in how you move through each day, and how you'll move through the season ahead.

Take your time—this reading is available for you to return to for support whenever you're ready to align with your wisdom, with the wisdom of nature, and divine wisdom.

Just like photography, October offers you the chance to see yourself and the world in a new light.  October showcases the beauty of the seasonal cycles--inner and outer. It marks the transition from summer to fall--the perfect time to appreciate our blessings. 

Wishing you magic and golden hours throughout October and beyond.

...honesty is about having the courage to face your inner world—your feelings, beliefs, contradictions, and fears—and holding space for them without shame.
                                                                                        F. J. Haddley

Co-Creative Mandalas have a vibration that anchors, activates specific qualities, and represents something about ourselves, the natural world, and the energy in the universe at a particular time. This year the mandalas support Aligning with Wisdom,
within mind, body, and spirit,
with the natural rhythms in nature,
and  with the Great Mandala.

The mandala archetype for this month is Honesty.

It's been fun, illuminating, and surprising to explore Honesty and all the ways it supports
aligning with wisdom:
Your wisdom--mind, body, and spirit--by listening to your inner guidance and finding joy, peace, and wonder.
How is your wisdom calling you
to embrace Honesty?

This Co-Creative Mandala, Honesty, is from a photograph of marigolds (symbolize resilience) and is associated with the root, sacral, solar plexus, and heart chakras. It reminds us how deeply connected honesty is to integrity. This is the time to be truly honest, not harsh,  with yourself. Drop your masks. You don't need to fix yourself. You are already whole and complete. When you love and accept all parts of yourself that's when clarity and transformation begin.

Happy Fall Equinox:

I hope you’re well and feeling ready to welcome the powerful energy of renewal, rebirth, and fresh beginnings that this time of year offers--with the new moon, solar eclipse, and equinox.

Autumn is upon us, and we invite you to celebrate the turning of the seasons. In a world that often feels uncertain, even chaotic, the fall equinox reminds us of the beauty of balance—the moment when day and night stand in perfect equality before the light slowly yields to the dark. This is a time of gratitude, reflection, and letting go, as nature offers her harvest and teaches us the wisdom of release.

My garden is still quite lovely, the fruits and veggies of our labors are still going strong. Yet,  I sense that the growing season is coming to an end. This time of year brings mixed feelings for me...I love the growing season and all the summer energy. Fall reminds me that winter will follow all too quickly.

This time of year always feels like a delicious in-between. Warm days along with crisp air, and clear blue skies has me craving the coziness of soup season. I know it'll happen all too soon, so in the meantime, I'm finding the moments that let me breathe more deeply and do the things (including preparing nourishing food) that bring me joy and peace.

Yet, life is asking a lot of us these days, and at times it can feel overwhelming in so many ways. It may be hard to navigate for many of us.

Autumn equinox brings an opportunity to pause and recognize all that this year has already brought us and all that we imagine still lies ahead. After the  outward-focused energy of summer, this balance restores us. It reminds us to slow down, to recalibrate, and to come back to our center. Autumn equinox is an intersection point, a sacred reset.

We’re moving through a doorway, a significant, potent time to pause, reflect, clear the decks - inside and out - and prepare fresh ground to sow our new vision seeds for the season ahead.

As we turn the page to a new season, we’re reminded that each moment, day, week, month and season brings fresh opportunities to grow in wisdom, compassion, and honesty. You don't have to rush forward. You don't have to have it all figured out.  This is the time for choosing your truth and connecting with what matters most—again and again—every single day.

Even if you don't focus on the actual equinox event...that's okay. The energy of this seasonal shift remains during the days ahead.  Little actions open energetic pathways for soul clarity, renewal, and fresh inspiration to flow.

The simplest step—like clearing out one junk drawer or organizing one small closet,  can shift your energy in a profound way.

And, if your heart longs to go deeper - this is perfect time to clear your inner landscape, release those old, constricting patterns, and open the expansive space to truly align with wisdom.

 Create a clearing in the dense forest of your life.
                                                                                         Anonymous

Every turn of the Great Mandala asks us to grow. To shed. To rise. To expand into full potential. By listening to the whispers of your soul and making  choices that support aligning with wisdom miracles can happen.

Combined with the balancing energy of the equinox, this month invites us into a profound turning point. It invites us to live from a place of Honesty, particularly with ourselves. How can we be honest with others if we're not honest with ourselves?

The great teachers of the past and present, and our deepest wisdom tells us that basic goodness is at the core of all beings and all things--including yourself. Their teachings remind us that we, and all beings, are whole and complete. But how do we reconcile the concept of  inherent goodness when we encounter information and experiences that suggests the opposite? How do we show up to our lives in a genuine way, with Honesty?

What do I mean by "Honesty"? I'll start with what I don't mean...I don't mean that brutal, critical voice that says "you're not enough, good enough, smart enough"...blah, blah, blah.

If we believe in the basic goodness of all beings...what does that mean? Our most vulnerable place may not believe that. How do we live in honesty...remembering both things are true in the moment--our belief in goodness and our thoughts about ourselves.

First, we can't see the goodness in the world until we see the goodness in ourselves.  In this blog, I'm speaking to how we talk to ourselves. What we say when we think we've fallen short of expectations, of the perfection we ask of ourselves.

What lies are you telling yourself? "I'm not good enough", "I'm unlovable", "I must have bad karma", "I'm unworthy of"...When that critical voice tells you those stories, you begin to believe that you're disconnected from your authentic self, from your true nature. You forget your wholeness. You aren't aligned with wisdom.

By abandoning your wholeness, you deny the reality of who you are, creating a divide between your inner truth and your external facade. This lack of self-honesty can lead to living a life that feels unsatisfying and inauthentic.

You probably talk to yourself way harsher than you'd ever talk to a friend. A small mistake or forgotten detail can turn into this whole internal monologue about how you should have done better. That voice gets loud sometimes, and over time it really does chip away at how you feel about yourself.

Next time you catch yourself in one of those "I'm not enough" or "I should have known better" spirals, try this simple thing: stop and say "I'm learning. I'm growing". "I'm doing the best I can". That's it. You're not pretending everything is fine. You're not bypassing.  You're just reminding yourself that you're whole and complete, evolving and growing in this moment.

This compassionate honesty supports aligning with wisdom. When you stop being "brutally honest", by  constantly beating yourself up (how has that worked for you so far?), you give yourself permission to remember your wholeness. You stop wasting energy on shaming yourself. Being gentle and kind  with yourself just feels better, and  reminds you to nurture your inner light.

You already know what’s not working. You already know the cost of staying the same.

Today, listen to how you talk to yourself. When that critical voice starts up, pause and say "I am learning, I am growing." "I'm doing the best I can." You're not defined by one mistake or one bad moment. You're defined by how you keep showing up for yourself, even when things get messy.

So, yes honesty is the best policy...only if it comes from love.

We are at a threshold. On the other side is freedom—the kind that comes when you stop holding back love from yourself or from others. Every part of you, even the pieces you’ve doubted or hidden, is worthy of love. The only step you need to take is believing it. The Universe will do the rest.
                                                                                              Kyle Gray

Taking care of ourselves, being kind, gentle, and honest with ourselves, isn't optional. It's necessary for nurturing our light.

I know how important it is to prioritize self-compassion and lean into aligning with wisdom. These aren't luxuries, they're the practices that allow us to keep showing up for ourselves, the season ahead, and beyond.

My hope is that this season gives each of us a chance to breathe, rest, and find grounding within and in nature.

Blessings of love and light,

Co-Creative Mandalas have a vibration that anchors, activates specific qualities, and represents something about ourselves, the natural world, and the energy in the universe at a particular time. This year the mandalas support Aligning with Wisdom,
within ourselves,
with the natural rhythms in nature,
and  with the Great Mandala.

Welcome to the Second Half of September!

Can you believe we’re already halfway through September?

The days here are still warm but the evenings are starting to cool down. September is one of the most powerful months of the year. It brings a welcome relief from the high intensity summer energy, shifts toward a softening, and a return to slowing down.

As the Great Mandala turns toward autumn, we step into a season of gratitude, transformation, and clarity. The energy of this month carries us from the outward growth of summer into the gentle call of turning inward that comes with fall.

September’s Invitations:

•    Trust & Recognize — where have you shown up for yourself this year?
•    Restore Balance — where have you integrated self-care into your daily routine?
•    Turn Inward — how are you making space for stillness?
•    Reflect & Integrate — how are you aligning with wisdom?
•    Embrace Honesty — what truths are emerging?

This is the harvest of your soul-work: Honesty--with yourself. You’ve grown and stretched in countless ways this year, even if you don’t yet see the full picture. September is here to help you recognize that growth, to honor it, and to prepare for the deeper inner work of autumn.

At the heart of this month's collective reading is Honesty (the September Co-Creative Mandala archetype)-with ourselves and in all areas of our.

For me, sitting with these cards now, feels like a deep exhale--like a sigh of relief. Instead of being swept away by the swirl of life, I can see the patterns, the growth, the wisdom unfolding.

That’s what I want for you too!

Co-Creative Mandalas can be your companion through this powerful season of pausing and reflecting. We invite you to find ways to flourish! This month’s oracle card reading focuses on nourishing the body, mind, and spirit and restoring balance as the season shifts.

When I sit down to do these readings, I ask Spirit to show us where there is Honesty and to reveal a map that helps us navigate our lives with hope, clarity, and intention as we align with wisdom.

This Co-Creative Mandalas Oracle three card reading for the collective taps  into the energy of the month so we can navigate the weeks ahead with grace and ease and to help us reconnect with our path, align with wisdom and our soul-driven purpose, and open up to the abundance and hope Spirit has waiting for us.

This card reading supports you to Align with Wisdom, receive guidance as you grow into your next chapter, and discover new ways to bring Honesty into your life. Come back to this reading whenever you’re feeling stuck, seeking clarity, or when you're ready to Align with Wisdom--within, in nature, and with the Universe.

Include these self-care questions as part of the reading:

~How will I show gratitude for what’s ripening in my life?
~How will I give myself recognition for what I've weathered this year?
~How will I celebrate the harvest that’s already begun — even if it’s small, quiet, slow, or deeply internal?

Before I drew the cards, I asked:

What do we/you/I need to know about Aligning with Wisdom in September?

The first card, the Focus Card, reveals what you are called to cultivate and expand.

GRATITUDE:
This mandala is from a photograph of sunflower (symbolizes abundance ) and purple statice (symbolizes gratitude) and is associated with the solar plexus, heart, throat, third eye, and crown chakras.

Mandala Message:
You have a lot to feel appreciation for and there is more on the way. Every time you choose gratitude your energy shifts from constriction to expansion. Congratulate yourself for seeing abundance all around you!

Possible barriers to honor and clear:
Are you missing opportunities or focusing on what you don't have? Where might your energy be stuck in energetic patterns of lack or negativity?

Affirmation:
I choose to see and appreciate all life's blessings. I easily attract more to be grateful for.

The 2nd card supports the Focus Card.

What are we/you/I ready to receive that supports Aligning with Wisdom?

TRANSFORMATION:
This mandala from a photograph of lace cap hydrangea (symbolizes grace ) is also associated with the solar plexus,heart, throat, third eye, and crown chakras.

Mandala message:
You can shift challenges and transform all difficulties in to great blessings in every area of your life. Claim your power, honor your intentions, and embrace self-acceptance and self-compassion.

Possible barriers to honor and clear:
Do you doubt your ability to overcome obstacles to realizing your dreams? Are you focused on past misinformation, old stories, or limiting beliefs?

Affirmation:
I claim my power to create the life I envision. I live my truth. My life moves effortlessly toward fulfilling my soul-driven purpose.

The 3rd card supports our next steps.

What action step can we take that supports Aligning with Wisdom during the autumn equinox, throughout September, and beyond?

THIRD EYE CHAKRA:
This mandala is from a photograph of cornflower (symbolizes healing ) and is also associated with the solar plexus, throat,  and crown chakras.

Mandala Message:
Open to your intuitive knowledge. Trust it because you are in touch with your inner wisdom. You see the deeper meaning of life's experiences. You confidently trust that you make the right choices.

Possible barriers to honor and clear:
Are you experiencing confusion or unclear thinking because of old toxic thought patterns or habits of worry, doubt, or self-criticism? Do you lack trust in you inner guidance?

Affirmation:
I enjoy clarity and a strong personal vision that guides me. I have complete faith in my inner guidance and my deepest wisdom.

Allow the messages from this reading guide you back to a steadier rhythm, one that makes room for more clarity, honesty, and choice in how you move through each day, and how you'll move through the season ahead.

Take your time—this reading is available for you to return to for support whenever you're ready to align with your wisdom, with the wisdom of nature, and divine wisdom.

Here's a blessing that supports your journey throughout September and the upcoming season ahead.

Take a deep breath and read these words slowly — may they be a prayer and encouragement for your journey this month:

May this month bring you clarity and peace,
May you rest when your body whispers "enough",
May you joyfully celebrate your abundance,
May balance return to your mind, body, and spirit,
May you trust your guidance and align with wisdom --within, in nature, and from the Universe.
May you walk in light, as light.
May you know you are light itself.

Sending you so much love and light.

The flow state is a way of surrendering and trusting the benevolent forces of Life. It’s surprising that we don’t spend more time here, as it’s an amazing, creative place to be—magical and peaceful, yet brimming with potential. Flow is a state that’s readily accessible through any activity that captures your effortless focus, such as meditation, dancing, painting, or even taking a shower!
                                                                               Colette Baron-Reid
                                                           The Dream Weaver's Oracle card:
                                                           If the River Flows This Way

Co-Creative Mandalas have a vibration that anchors, activates specific qualities, and represents something about ourselves, the natural world, and the energy in the universe at a particular time. This year the mandalas support Aligning with Wisdom,
within mind, body, and spirit,
with the natural rhythms in nature,
and  with the Great Mandala.

The mandala archetype for this month is Flow.

It's been fun, illuminating, and surprising to explore Flow and all the ways it supports
aligning with wisdom:
Your wisdom--mind, body, and spirit--by listening to your inner guidance and finding joy, peace, and wonder.
How is your wisdom calling you
to embrace Flow?

This Co-Creative Mandala from a photograph of Japanese anemone (symbolizes transition) is associated with the solar plexus, heart, and crown chakras. It invites us to discover Divine order in the chaos. This is the time for Aligning with Wisdom...the natural, effortless, joyful, inter-connectedness of all things. Remember, you don't have to work so hard. This mandala invites us to find extraordinary meaning and purpose in our ordinary, everyday experiences. Slow down and allow your heart and mind to take in all of your life’s wonders by letting those simple moments fill you with joy, peace, and awe. Let your inner squirrel out to play!

Happy August!

What a time to be alive! Sometimes scary, unsettling, destabilizing--yes; meant to shake us up and reorganize us from the inside out, as any great spiritual transformation does.

August has been quite an interesting month energetically, astrologically, and seasonally-with the shift in seasonal energy, post-full moon, lion’s gate, mercury going direct and all of the other crazy things the planets are doing.

Individually and collectively, we’ve been saying for decades that we’re living in a time of great evolutionary shift–what we often call the "breakdown for the breakthrough". We are definitely in the midst of that shift.

There are times when it’s hard to see the forest for the trees, and others when it’s painstakingly obvious that change is the only constant in our lives. For many, this is one of those times. I know it is for me. I'm not big lover of change, even when the change is my idea.

Last week’s new moon brought me a moment of clarity I didn’t know I needed.

For quite some time I've been pulling  Co-Creative Mandalas oracle cards as part of my daily routine of asking "What do I need to know today?",  which is designed to help me Align with Wisdom,  tune into my soul driven purpose, and synchronize with the rhythms of nature as the season begins to shift.
 
And as I sat with the card I pulled, the Heart Chakra, it reminded me that love flows to, through, and as me.  I suddenly felt something inside me soften.

Because what I realized is:

There’s a fear I’ve been carrying – a fear that things might not work out, a fear that maybe I’m not enough, a fear that I'm all alone, a fear that I can't trust my inner guidance.
 
But what the card showed me was I don’t have to hold this anymore.
 
I can step out of the endless loop of fear thinking. I can release the grip on trying to control things – trying to figure it all out, trying to force the path forward, trying to do it all on my own.

I can let go of the pressure to create the perfect plan or have everything figured out.

I can choose trust.

I can allow room for surprises, unexpected opportunities, and new experiences. I can stay grounded — not to bypass the my suffering or the suffering of the world, but to meet it with clarity, presence, and power.
 
That shift has been a main theme for me this year and a huge part of my own summer growth: the shift from trying to control everything … to learning how to trust, learning how to go with the Flow and make peace...with my fears.

By allowing things to unfold I realize my journey doesn't require force.

It asks for faith.

That’s the invitation of this time of year — and my  deep soul work of this season:

To listen closely for what’s being revealed from within, from the Universe, and from nature.

This is the time to receive the clarity that’s ready to shine through, to   trust that everything is unfolding in its own wild, wise timing.

Maybe because, here in Colorado, we've had stretches of hot weather and the garden is still abundant while at the same time it's slowing down, I’ve found myself in a place of also slowing down and taking in the spaciousness and stillness of this time.  Overall, the energy has been calling me to be even more present. It's been reminding me how important Flow is.

Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi, the positive psychologist credited with having popularized the concept of Flow, offered a definition for the mental state of being ‘in Flow’ in his interview with Wired magazine.

…being completely involved in an activity for its own sake. The ego falls away. Time flies. Every action, movement, and thought follows inevitably from the previous one, like playing jazz. Your whole being is involved...

I've also noticed that anchoring into the truth that presence and the stillness of Flow are safe and okay… I’ve discovered a deeper level of connection than ever before.  This is really the only place I want to be– right here. Flow is a state of joy, creativity and total involvement. Our problems disappear, and there’s a feeling of transcendence.

This connection feels very purposeful. It’s focused but not rushed. It’s exciting and very grounded.

When we finally feel safe enough to pause, to breathe, to receive - that’s when our soul-driven purpose comes alive.

That's when we align with our inner wisdom, the wisdom of nature, and Divine wisdom.

Every spiritual tradition has its own way of naming the sacred space of Flow…

The Buddhists call it emptiness, or the void.

Depth psychologists speak of the essential Self.

The Taoists know it as the flow in the natural world, or the Way.

No matter the name, this is our sacred purpose and our true nature. We all carry this sacred space inside us, but too often we forget that it’s always available to us, waiting to be accessed.

Do you remember when you were a kid and everything around you was a curiosity and delight to be explored? I'm discovering this is the attitude that allows the expansive energy of Flow. This means honoring, then letting go of the fear that comes from past ideas, beliefs, and stories I tell myself that have held me back from being open to Aligning with Wisdom and living my soul driven purpose.

Sometimes it's easier just to go back to the way things were, even if that fights with my sincere intention to change. Self-love, self-forgiveness, and radical self-acceptance are key. And remembering as Louise Hay often said, " Life loves you".

I believe we're being called to live as if today is the first day, from a “both/and” and heart-centered perspective. This is where Flow and the true magic of our co-creative partnership with nature and the Universe is revealed.

Feelings of inner peace, joy, and well-being are associated with Flow. In many indigenous cultures, humor, laughter and love are considered medicines for the heart that Flow invites us to express. 

I recently completed an online course in which I learned about late cultural anthropologist Angeles Arrien's  (1940-2014) Four Rivers of Life: The Rivers of Inspiration, Challenge, Surprise, and Love. 

According the Arrien, many traditional societies believe that these rivers sustain and support us. They remind us of Flow in our lives, support Aligning with Wisdom, and connect us to something bigger than we are. The magic happens when you let yourself Flow through each of the rivers, instead of trying to force the river, or avoid the obstacles, or swim up stream.

I think the lack of stimulation allows us to hear and experience a deeper river that's constant, still, vibrant,and real.
                                                                                     Angeles Arrien
                                                 Excerpted from The Second Half of Life:
                                                 Opening the Eight Gates of Wisdom

Noticing Flow can be as easy as investing attention when it's happening, rather than taking Flow for granted.

For decades, many of us have noticed and journaled about what we're grateful for. So keeping a daily journal that tracks the moments of Flow that we're blessed to encounter and experience throughout the day may seem familiar. Mindfulness, spiritual practices, and  a daily ritual of tracking Flow can have such profound spiritual effect on our life,  help  restore our center, and invite us to remember what really matters.

These moments aren’t just pleasant little joys meant to enchant us (although that's important, too); they are spiritual medicine. They pull us away from the busy mind and its relentless chatter, the fear, the need to force. They land us back in the body where we can  reclaim our power to remember our Wholeness.
                                                                                 Cheryl Richardson
                                                                          From a Facebook Post

Perspective is everything. We have an opportunity to find peace and power in Flow by changing our minds, shifting our attention and intentions, and trusting ourselves, the Universe, and nature to guide us.

I believe many of us are being called to the power and magic of Flow. Because of this, in the midst of all that's happening, I trust the veil of fear and separation is lifting. Individually and collectively, we're piercing through it. I trust enough of us are awakening to this new consciousness, one that activates the gifts and capacities in each of us–an orientation towards remembering our Wholeness; an anchoring of inter-being and radical love; an Aligning with Wisdom.

We are the ones we've been waiting for...

Wishing you the joy of discovering many moments of Flow as the rest of the summer and the changing seasons unfold.

Blessings of love and light,

Co-Creative Mandalas have a vibration that anchors, activates specific qualities, and represents something about ourselves, the natural world, and the energy in the universe at a particular time. This year the mandalas support Aligning with Wisdom,
within ourselves,
with the natural rhythms in nature,
and  with the Great Mandala.

Welcome to August!

Can you feel the change in the seasonal energy? Even though the summer light is still bright, can you feel something deeper is starting to emerge?

This is your invitation to pause, reflect, and honor your journey toward aligning with wisdom so for this year.

August 1st was Lughnasadh (loo-nuh-suh), the sacred Celtic celebration of first harvest of the year, marks the midpoint between summer solstice and autumn equinox. It's the moment the Great Mandala begins to tip slowly toward the dark — even while we're still standing in the golden light of summer and as we  gather the fruits of all we’ve been nurturing — not just in our gardens, but in our lives and our souls.

Lughnasadh isn't a single moment — it’s a seasonal energy you can connect with not only on the 1st, but also all weekend, and in the days ahead.

It’s a time to pause.

To reflect.

 As summer begins to wind down, August invites you to ground, pause, reflect, and begin the process of gathering in the fruits of all the effort, tending, and intentional care you’ve given to your life during the high energy summer months.

This sacred seasonal holiday invites you to:

  >Celebrate the seeds you’ve planted
  >Trust the work you’ve done
  >And allow the harvest to ripen in its own time

Sometimes, particularly when I feel stuck, I feel the pressure to harvest. To be productive. To show my worthiness.

But what if, like mine,  your growth doesn’t look like a lush, golden field right now?

What if the harvest is quieter… smaller… more internal?

That’s the deeper truth I’m sitting with this week:

That Lughnasadh isn’t just about abundance and harvesting. It’s about honesty.

And it's about the courage to see with compassion what’s growing — and what isn’t.

And, to trust that growth doesn’t have to be forced. As Ram Dass said, "you can't tear the skin off a snake". Just like the snake molts at its own pace, spiritual growth happens when we allow it to unfold naturally.

Sometimes the most sacred work you can do is to step back, breathe, and let your life ripen on its own and surrender to divine timing.

When life starts to feel too frenetic, when you feel like you're pushing against the current rather than being in the Flow (Co-Creative Mandala archetype for August), how do you come back to center? What are the basic elements of self-care that keep you grounded, rested, and healthy?

Genuine self-care isn’t about putting yourself above others or pushing yourself when it's time for stillness; it’s about nourishing yourself so you're not always operating from a place of depletion and exhaustion. When we prioritize activities that help us rest, heal, and regulate, we expand our capacity to move through this season with intention and grace and be fully present in our own lives and the lives of those we love.

Resting in the peace and presence of the Divine, the world beyond the physical and brings a feeling of serenity and calm that we can carry with us.

As you pause and reflect, here are questions to ask yourself right now:

-Where am I still holding onto unrealistic expectations of myself?

-What growth am I not acknowledging because it feels too small to celebrate?

-Where do I need to trust divine timing — and let go of forcing the outcome?

-What am I proud of, even if no one else can see it?

Co-Creative Mandalas can be your companion through this powerful season of pausing and reflecting. We invite you to find ways to flourish! This month’s oracle card reading focuses on nourishing the body, mind, and spirit and restoring balance as the season shifts.

When I sit down to do these readings, I ask Spirit to show us where there is Flow and to reveal a map that helps us navigate our lives with hope, clarity, and intention as we align with wisdom.

This Co-Creative Mandalas Oracle three card reading for the collective taps  into the energy of the month so we can navigate the weeks ahead with grace and ease and to help us reconnect with our path, align with wisdom and our soul-driven purpose, and open up to the abundance and hope Spirit has waiting for us.

This card reading supports you to Align with Wisdom, receive guidance as you grow into your next chapter, and discover new ways to bring Flow into your life. Come back to this reading whenever you’re feeling stuck, seeking clarity, or when you're ready to Align with Wisdom--within, in nature, and with the Universe.

Include these self-care questions as part of the reading:

~How will I show gratitude for what’s ripening in my life?
~How will I give myself recognition for what I've weathered this year?
~How will I celebrate the harvest that’s already begun — even if it’s small, quiet, slow, or deeply internal?

Before I drew the cards, I asked:

What do we/you/I need to know about Aligning with Wisdom in August?

The first card, the Focus Card, reveals what you are called to cultivate and expand.

FULFILLMENT:
This mandala is from a photograph of blue pansy (symbolizes reflection) and is associated with the solar plexus, heart, throat, third eye, and crown chakras.

Mandala Message:
The fulfillment of what you envisioned in January is on its way. By listening to your inner guidance and paying attention to your vision you're co-creating the best possible outcomes for yourself and others.

Possible barriers to honor and clear:
Are you holding on to grief or loss? Do you doubt your intuition or your vision or the support that the Universe offers you? Do you think you have to do it all by yourself?

Affirmation:
I trust my inner and outer resources. I open my heart to receive. I'm happy, fulfilled, and connected.

The 2nd card supports the Focus Card.

What are we/you/I ready to receive that supports Aligning with Wisdom?

SACRAL CHAKRA:
This mandala from a photograph of marigold (symbolizes creativity) is also associated with the root and solar plexus chakras.

Mandala message:
Your energies of passion, self-care, and creativity are balanced and flowing freely. You're going with Flow, have the confidence to take risks, and the patience to explore new, creative ways to express your soul-driven purpose. You freely embrace the gifts that make your life worth living.

Possible barriers to honor and clear:
Does your energy feel blocked? Do you lack focus? Are you feeling stuck?  Are you afraid to take risks? Do you love and accept all parts of your mind, body, and spirit?

Affirmation:
I nurture myself and allow creativity to flow. I love life, my body, mind, and spirit. I welcome the experiences my journey offers.

The 3rd card supports our next steps.

What action step can we take that supports Aligning with Wisdom during Lughnasadh, throughout August and beyond?

WHOLENESS:
This mandala is from a photograph of purple verbena (symbolizes spiritual growth) and is associated with the solar plexus, heart, throat, third eye, and crown chakras.

Mandala Message:
This is the time for increased personal power and speaking your truth. You are tapping into your inner strengths, loving yourself, and listening to guidance. By acknowledging your inner resources and welcoming the support from the Universe you are co-creating the life you envision.

Possible barriers to honor and clear:
Do you see the truth of your power and presence? Are you giving away your power? Do you believe that someone or something is in control of your well-being? Are you doubting yourself because of past mistakes?

Affirmation:
I am whole and complete, powerful and strong I trust myself and I trust the Universe.

Allow the messages from this reading guide you back to a steadier rhythm, one that makes room for more clarity, calm, and choice in how you move through each day, and how you'll move through the season ahead.

Take your time—this reading is available for you to return to for support whenever you're ready to align with your wisdom, with the wisdom of nature, and divine wisdom.

During Lughnasadh,  and throughout the upcoming season, remember:

You don’t have to rush. Take your cues from nature: Growth takes time.

You don’t have to be finished. You are allowed to celebrate your becoming.

Be proud of how far you’ve come — even if it's a zig-zag path. The work you’re doing is always worthy of recognition.

With blessings of love and light,

Embrace the idea of relaxing your “doing” muscles.Instead exercise your “being” muscles.
                                                                                 Cheryl Richardson

Co-Creative Mandalas have a vibration that anchors, activates specific qualities, and represents something about ourselves, the natural world, and the energy in the universe at a particular time. This year the mandalas support Aligning with Wisdom,
within mind, body, and spirit,
with the natural rhythms in nature,
and  with the Great Mandala.

The mandala archetype for this month is Synchronicity.

It's been fun, illuminating, and surprising to explore Synchronicity and all the ways it supports
aligning with wisdom:
Your wisdom--mind, body, and spirit--by listening to your inner guidance and paying attention to the signs:
How is your wisdom calling you
to embrace Synchronicity?

The Co-Creative Mandala, Synchronicity, from a photograph of Turk's cap--Martagon--lily (symbolizes resilience) is associated with the heart, throat, and crown chakras. It invites us to trust the signs. Trust perfect timing. It reminds us that the future you’re dreaming of is influencing the present moment and shaping what's to come. There is purpose in the events in our lives. The Universe is listening to us and gently communicating with us. There is more to our lives than what we experience on a physical level.

Happy July!

Today, I'm pausing with gratitude to reflect on the work we are called to do together through Co-Creative Mandalas—work (and play) of the heart, of spirit, and of community.

In a world that can appear to be increasingly fragmented, we invite you to slow down and explore the deeper threads that unite us with ourselves, one another, nature, and the sacred.

These times are powerfully emotional for those of us who are both practitioners (meaning meditator-mystic-yogi-people) AND folks trying to compassionately keep our hearts open to the upside down happenings of this world. When life gets noisy, it’s easy to second-guess ourselves—even when our gut knows the truth.

As we move through this vibrant chapter of the year, our focus turns to the expansion and magic of Synchronicity—to clearing old patterns, welcoming new wisdom,  trusting the fullness of who already are, and welcoming who we are becoming.

The sun is at its brightest, the days are long, and the world around us is rapidly growing.

We're being invited to let our light shine just as brightly.

It’s time to tune into and align with inner Wisdom, cosmic Wisdom, and nature's Wisdom.  It's the perfect time to live in the flow.

I believe we live in a meaningful universe. Nothing happens without a purpose. I don't mean that our experiences have a purpose (gasp!). I mean that we can find purpose in those experiences. Recognizing something greater than our physical experiences depends on our willingness to stay open to a wide range of possibilities and to embrace concepts like Synchronicity. Jung described synchronicity as "meaningful coincidences that appear to be causally unrelated but are linked by a shared meaning or pattern."

Have you ever looked at the clock and noticed 11:11, 22:22, or 3:33? Perhaps more than once a day or week? These are not mere coincidences. They are sacred signs.  Jung described these as moments when the outer world mirrors the inner world, guiding us when we are at a turning point.

These signs as powerful signals from the universe, alerting us that we are about to cross a threshold into a new phase of life.

Pay attention to the little signs and synchronicities around you—they're not coincidences. They’re confirmations that you’re surrounded by light.

This is your moment.

You're invited to leave behind the old patterns of time and step into a new flow—a flow that ancient ones walked for centuries.

When was the last time you experienced a magical moment, when everything flowed easily and effortlessly, aligning perfectly? When it felt magical? That’s Synchronicity—a reminder from Spirit that we're not separate from that invisible force that pulls us toward our highest potential, toward our most expansive self, and toward remembering our Wholeness.

When we are open to Synchronicity, we step into a flow where time can stand still, and the Universe whispers,  "You're not alone". It's a magical alignment with the Universe.

This morning I was up early and played in the garden. As I weeded, tended to and watered the flowers and veggies, watched the early birds looking for worms, and felt the warmth of  the sun on my body, I noticed feeling exhilarated, happy, free and joyful. A hummingbird (symbolizes messages from Spirit) hovered around the garden and lingered on the flowers. I felt aligned with Wisdom--within, in nature, and with the Universe. That moment offered Synchronicity and created a deeply meaningful experience that wasn't random, but rather connected me to my inner wisdom and to nature's rhythms.

I don’t always feel like this, of course. I'm a human being with the full spectrum of feelings. But this is how I felt right then and I relished it.

We already know more than we think—we  just need the space and support to trust it. We need to be willing to allow the bigger picture to be revealed, accept it, and have confidence in the fact that there is more to our experiences than immediately meets the eye.

When I think back to where I started this lifetime, I realize the only choice I could make was to find ways to change and transform my life. So that I could be here in Colorado, on a bright sunny morning gardening in the pool of sunlight, watching a hummingbird,  and later, welcome the summer light coming in through the window, feeling relaxed and happy, filled with gratitude.

There’s something about summer light that reminds me of the long summer days of childhood filled with adventures, play, and joy. It reminds me of conversations I had with three nature beings (perhaps angels?) who I called my "playmates".

As an adult, I feel the way the summer light softens me, melts tension, coaxes me out of hiding, opens me to receive, invites me to remember how the Universe has always had, and continues to have, my back.

I’ve been feeling how this season invited me into a different pace.

Slower. Warmer. More spacious.

That's when I notice Synchronicity.

This is nature's rhythm that feels especially aligned for deepening into inner Wisdom, into connection with nature, and the Divine.

In Co-Creative Mandalas, we talk about tuning into the vibration of each mandala as a way to open to higher frequencies. To let their colors, movement, and energy become portals for healing, clarity, and awakening.

And right now, this summer light is perfect for that Synchronicity.

Letting the warmth of the sun reach the places that have gone quiet or guarded.

Letting this month's mandala be a tuning fork for Synchronicity.

Letting yourself feel the love and beauty that’s always been there.

And if you're where it's winter, this is the time to remember that the light is still there.

Sometimes it arrives more quietly, but it is always available to meet you in the co-creative space.

This is a beautiful time to tend to your own inner light. Now more than ever, our world longs for soul-centered transformation, for voices of integrity, and for sacred spaces of belonging.

To say yes to being a co-creative channel, not by force, but by allowing.

By being present to Synchronicity and fully showing up with your mind, body, and spirit.

In the coming weeks, I’ll be sharing Co-Creative Mandalas for summer flow and softening alignment with Wisdom and nourishing the body, mind, and the spirit.

I'm embracing the potential and possibilities and looking forward to seeing what magic and surprises they bring!

But for today, just this…

 Let the light in.

 Let your heart hold it.

Let yourself be transformed by it.

Wishing you wonder-filled weeks ahead and magical Synchronicity moments.

Blessings of love and light,

Co-Creative Mandalas have a vibration that anchors, activates specific qualities, and represents something about ourselves, the natural world, and the energy in the universe at a particular time. This year the mandalas support Aligning with Wisdom,
within ourselves,
with the natural rhythms in nature,
and  with the Great Mandala.

Welcome to July!

There’s a lot stirring on the surface and under the waterline.

Can you feel it?
 
With so much happening in the world, and within each of us, this month’s message feels especially meaningful.

We’re standing on the edge of something new—and this is a time that brings a brand new season of life.

Coincidentally, tonight is the July "Claiming" full moon, a time to focus on one's personal strengths, purpose, and goals. It offers us a moment to pause. To check in.
 
We're at a sacred threshold, a portal of light, and a place where our past self is still present as we move toward the new self we're becoming. Can you find comfort in this liminal space? This isn't the time to choose one over another. Its the perfect time to honor and accept things as they are without judgment or resistance. And, it's the to time to say YES to the powerful invitation to come home to our brilliance and begin again — grounded in joy, clarity, and the confidence of our soul driven purpose.

For a while after the solstice, the sun is still at its peak — and nature is alive with bold, radiant energy. Everything is growing. Everything is expressing and expanding. And that same vibrant energy is stirring in you.

We’re past the solstice, but still rooted in that vibrant, expansive energy.

It’s a time of abundance and visibility — a time to notice what is blooming in our lives.

When this powerful energy shows up--our inner wisdom, connection with nature and  Spirit are nudging us to pay attention.

This is the time to ask yourself:

•    Where am I  already shining my brightest?
•    What truths are asking for more space?
•    What's getting in the way of shining more fully and aligning with wisdom?

Growth doesn’t always feel easy or graceful—but we're being invited to strengthen our foundation, trust our path, and  live our soul’s truth in alignment with wisdom.

Massive change doesn’t always arrive with a bang; in fact, sometimes it's very quiet and very gradual, like a sunrise slowly but surely warming the earth.

It's a big change, technically, but it certainly didn’t arrive with  a lot of fanfare and yet a new day arrives, full of new opportunities and responsibilities, both of which are presenting themselves to us. We are making a massive shift right now, and while it may not be apparent right away, if we're willing, we can cross the threshold into a new era, individually and collectively.

We're not here to shrink. We're here to rise. To glow and grow.
 
Take time today to ask yourself, who do you want to be in this new era? It is up to you to define, so don’t leave that task for someone else.

And...

•    Reconnect with our powerful life force
•  Express our joy, our voice, our soul-driven purpose
•  Surrender and have faith that anything is possible, miracles are happening right now.
•   Align with inner wisdom, the natural rhythms of nature, and the Divine.

When I sit down to do these readings, I ask Spirit to show us where there is Synchronicity and to reveal a map that helps us navigate our lives with hope, clarity, and wisdom.

Co-Creative Mandalas can be your companion through this powerful season of expansion and growth. We invite you to find ways to flourish! Perhaps honoring, then shifting, beliefs, attitudes, thoughts and feelings into more uplifting themes and then noticing how that helps you feel lighter and more powerful.

This Co-Creative Mandalas Oracle three card reading for the collective taps  into the energy of the month so we can navigate the weeks ahead with grace and ease and to help us reconnect with our path, align with wisdom and our soul-driven purpose, and open up to the abundance and hope Spirit has waiting for us. This is your liminal space where you have a choice--to move forward toward more love and light, to fulfill your sacred destiny, and express our powerful life force energy.

This card reading supports you to Align with Wisdom, receive guidance as you grow into your next chapter, and discover new ways to bring Synchronicity (the mandala archetype for July) into your life. Come back to this reading whenever you’re feeling stuck, seeking clarity, or when you're ready to Align with Wisdom--within, in nature, and with the Universe.

How will you flourish and reconnect to what matters to you this month? How will you harness the vibrant energy of the season and move forward with clarity?

Before I drew the cards, I asked:

What do we/you/I need to know about Aligning with Wisdom in July?

The first card, the Focus Card, reveals what you are called to cultivate and expand.

HEART CHAKRA
This mandala is from a photograph of a species rose foliage (symbolizes harmony with nature)  and is associated with the heart and crown chakras.

Mandala message:
It reminds you of love, self-acceptance, compassion, and receiving. This is an invitation to cultivate the qualities of love for yourself and others. Even when life feels uncertain, the energy of love flows to, through, and as you.

Possible barriers to clear:
Do you have a lingering sense of abandonment? Does a past heartbreak prevent you from loving and accepting yourself or from receiving love coming to you?

Affirmation:
My Heart Chakra is open, healthy, and joyful. The energy of love flows to and through me now. I love and accept myself. I easily give and receive love.

The 2nd card supports the Focus Card.

What are we/you/I ready to receive that supports Aligning with Wisdom?

TRANSFORMATION:
This mandala from a photograph of lace cap hydrangea (symbolizes spiritual growth) is associated with the solar plexus, heart, throat, and third eye, and crown chakras.

Mandala message:
When you claim your power, honor your intentions, and embrace self-acceptance and self-compassion you can shift challenges and transform difficulties in to great blessings in all aspects of your life.

Possible barriers to honor and clear:
Do you doubt your ability to overcome obstacles to realizing your dreams? Are you focused on past misinformation, old stories, or limiting beliefs?

Affirmation:
I claim my power and co-create the life I envision. I live my truth. My life flows effortlessly toward fulfilling my soul-driven purpose.

The 3rd card supports our next steps.

What action step can we take that supports Aligning with Wisdom throughout July and beyond?

SOLAR PLEXUS CHAKRA:
This mandala is from a photograph of prickly pear cactus (symbolizes hope) and is also associated with the crown chakra.

The card that guides our next steps is the Solar Plexus Chakra. This card reminds us that our life force energy supports our soul driven purpose. We are not passive observers of our life. We are in control of our responses. We have the power and ability to transform anything when we listen to our soul's calling.

Possible barriers to honor and clear:
Do you lack purpose, feel fragmented and scattered, unable to focus? Do you believe that life happens "to you" rather than "for you"? Do you feel out of control of your responses?

Affirmation:
My solar plexus chakra is open and healthy. I radiate a beautiful, bright, and powerful life force energy. I feel confident, enthusiastic, and excited as I move forward on my soul driven path.

If you’ve been feeling the urge to reconnect with yourself,

If you’re craving a rhythm that feels sacred, personal, and aligned — this is your invitation.

Let this be a moment to see yourself clearly, lovingly, and fully.

You are becoming.

May this be a time of radiant remembering.
May you know your light is sacred, powerful, and purposeful.
And may you shine with the fullness of who you truly are.

Blessings of love and light,

If the Spring represents action, the Summer represents patience.
                                                                                   Jill Wintersteen

Co-Creative Mandalas have a vibration that anchors, activates specific qualities, and represents something about ourselves, the natural world, and the energy in the universe at a particular time. This year the mandalas support Aligning with Wisdom,
within mind, body, and spirit,
with the natural rhythms in nature,
and  with the Great Mandala.

The mandala energy for this month is Amplification.

It's been fun and illuminating to explore Amplification and
all the ways it supports aligning with wisdom: Your wisdom--mind, body, and spirit--by listening to you inner guidance: How is your wisdom calling you to embrace Amplification?

This Co-Creative Mandala, Amplification, from a photograph of zinnia (symbolizes recollection) is associated with the root, sacral, solar plexus, heart, and crown chakras. It reminds us that we are more than the sum of our parts. It invites us to draw together our most expansive self, the rhythms of nature, and the flow of the universe to unlock the essence of who we truly are. This is an opportunity for co-creating sacred space for your spiritual growth. By raising your vibration you'll align with your soul-driven purpose. Embrace  the transformation that reveals your inner spark!

Well!!!! Yesterday it was spring equinox and wow... it's summer solstice! What happened? My how times flies...when you're having a good time..or not! I know lots happened between then and now. We know, because we were present for it. And yet, here we are at the mid year.  I am thrilled to see the sun shining today.

I love that we've enjoyed lots of rain this spring in these parts. While the soil, my garden, and earth really need the moisture, I also need to see the sun, feel the warmth on my body, and the wonderful energy it brings.

This energy offers opportunities to reflect on our vision for the year, our soul-driven purpose, and nature's powerful transformational energy. The peak of the year is the vibrant, radiant Amplification energy that this season brings. It's a powerful moment of pausing,  appreciating, and celebrating fullness.

Amplification is a process that Jung developed in the the early 20th for interpreting dreams and connecting the personal with the collective consciousness. It's also a term that is used to expand and magnify our spiritual awareness and includes practices and techniques like meditation, energy work, connecting with the rhythms of nature, and visualization.

Summer is nature's great exhale - a time of ripening, radiance, and playful energy.

This is the time for honoring nature's rhythm and the sun’s highest point in the sky — the moment when the light has reached its fullest expression.  You're also  invited to celebrate your own growth, your own becoming, your own journey toward remembering your wholeness, toward aligning with Wisdom.

Summer Solstice invites you to feel connected and powerful.

The solstice arrives with heightened energy — not just from the sun, but from the deeper rhythms of nature that mirror our own cycles of growth and transformation. This moment says:

 You’ve come far. You’ve grown beautifully.

 Now… where are you being called to shine brighter?

The energy of this season is air — and with air comes clarity.

This is your opportunity to pause and refocus. To ask:

  What have I already cultivated that deserves to be celebrated?
 What distractions or old stories need to be burned away?
 Where is my energy most needed next?

This season is here to support you in growing with intention,  by aligning more deeply with your inner wisdom, the wisdom of nature, and with cosmic wisdom.

Real growth includes moving forward and pausing to notice, celebrate, and acknowledge the ways you've stretched, softened, and blossomed over the past six months by honoring the light within.

The Solstice asks us to stop, to witness ourselves, and to honor the journey we’ve walked so far this year.

Here are a few journal prompts to ask yourself as we move into the second half of the year:

What experiences, lessons, or growth moments have shaped me since the year began?

Where have I shown up for myself in small or quiet ways that deserve celebration?

What dreams have taken root — even if they’re still underground?

Where do I feel called to nurture or expand next?

Through honoring this day of light, we energetically set in motion a period of awakening, of Amplification,  in our consciousness which lasts all summer until the fall equinox. Besides journaling, here are some ways to align with Wisdom and harness its power to expand the light within you.

1. Set summer intentions: Amplification of energy is powerful for setting intentions. Lean into the themes surrounding nature's rhythms: patience, nourishment, and trust.
2. Express gratitude: Every time you express gratitude your energy shifts from constriction to expansion. When choose gratitude you acknowledge to the Universe that you trust your wishes will be fulfilled.

Even when the world feels fast or uncertain, nature reminds us to slow down, look around, and remember our place in something vast, wise, and ongoing.

Together, we are weaving a new reality, one that reflects our highest potential.

Pause. Reflect. Celebrate. You are already so much farther along your sacred path than you realize.

Let's step into summer together - with open hearts, curious minds, and a spirit of celebration.

With love and deep honor for your journey,