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.
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