Portland Moon Mystics invites you to honor and celebrate the turning in the Wheel of the Year with In Bloom; A mini day retreat. With the arrival of Ostara (Spring Equinox) and the balancing of light and dark, we call forth not only a change in season, but a change in energy. As Father Sun returns to us, we spark awake from Winter’s slumber. Together we hold room for the integration of shadow, creation and the bloom of new life through connection to Earth and the sacred feminine.
This is a time for planting the seeds (both literally and metaphorically) that we plan to nurture and grow. What needs to be cleared away in order to make space for the new? What creative endeavors are asking to come to life? How can we encourage this energetic shift and welcome what is fresh and new into our lives?
Observance of these seasonal shifts connects us not only with earth and each other, but with our many faceted selves. We connect within, so we may serve the collective from a nurtured and resourced place. Reciprocity and collective care are an integral part of Moon Mystics. 25% of proceeds from this event will be donated to Palestinian aid.
Together we will journey through a variety of practices and ritual to welcome the unfurling of spring. Our healing container will include:
*An immersive sound bath (a whole-body listening experience) with energy work and gentle hands-on adjustments for deep rest, balance and overall well-being.
*Pranayama yoga (active breath work) for activation, clearing of the subtle energy body and heart opening.
*Tea Ceremony and plant meditation with Rose to invite divine support, anchoring beauty and boundaries.
*Ostara inspired light vegan nourishment (food with edible blooms!)
*Spiritual cleanse and blessing with the flower beings.
*Dance of the serpent, a simple guided movement ritual.
*In bloom ritual to cast seeds and call in the blossoming of our gifts.
*A take home package and bath ritual and flower essence to help integrate our ceremony.
We are here to co-create a sacred, magical container for the greatest good of you, our community, the collective, mother earth and the sacred feminine. All genders/bodies welcome.
*Sliding scale available to those in need. Please reach out if require assistance. Money should never be a barrier to the healing work.
*Please bring a yoga mat, blanket, journal/pen and drinking vessel for tea.
*Additional items you may want include an eye pillow/mask, special stones/crystals/talismans, object to add to the altar (returned when ceremony is complete) and pillows/bolsters for comfort.