Dear Acupuncture Fam,
About one year ago, I made a commitment to write a newsletter on the New Moon and Full Moon of every month. Prior to that, I was only writing when there was something very important to say and/or when the spirit moved me. The challenge to write something no matter what the news or the mood has been a good one.
For a few days, I have felt that I have nothing to say. My words when I speak them are a bit jumbled and don’t really get at what I am thinking or feeling. It feels like some kind of void; like a tide just went out and the new tide is coming in but which way is what is not so perceptible. There are many prophesies about this time as the beginning of a new era and so I suppose this is what it feels like when we are in between dimensions in a way. It seems like it could be awkward, scary, interesting, exciting...but all those words are not even accurate and naming what is happening feels somehow impolite (maybe not the word) to the mystery that is unfolding here.
I think I’m getting schooled in the Water element. Formlessness, spaciousness, trust in the unknown, making my way in the dark. What do I know? Not much. What can I see? Not much. My mind is relatively quiet, there is not much emotional charge present; I am just here, listening. Thoughts and words seem extra loud and obsolete; like there is nothing to say or think that the silence doesn’t already convey. I’m not sure this makes any sense but it is it what is present and so somewhat of a disclaimer about this email :) Here I am writing to advertise about my class on the Water element coming up in less than two weeks and I have nothing to say!
Since this will be the last email before the class on the 9th, I will just say that I do hope you will join me there to explore the virtues of the Water element and what we can learn from in it in this deep winter time. How do we move through life rooted in the great mystery. How do dark times strengthen our inner light and how do we be light bearers in a dark time. These topics and more concrete information like how adaptogens and certain herbal formulas can been helpful to draw back the bow for the year to come, some simple Qi Gong to strengthen our Kidney and Bladder organ systems (which includes our endocrine, nervous, and reproductive systems), as well as brushing up on what seedless mediation is are all topics that may be covered. How do I transmit the wonder of the night sky in winter and the awe of depths of the ocean that Water element is? I don’t know yet :)
Kidada’s teachings on the 23rd will go into specifics of particular acupoints on the Bladder and Kidney meridians, how you can find them yourself, and how you can use moxabusion at home. She brings all of her passion for and wisdom of this medicine with her and therefor her classes are amazing. I often refer people to Kidada and always say to them that if I could be a fraction of the healer she is in this lifetime, I would be happy. She is a lighthouse and deep teacher.
Seasonal Health Series | Water
Saturday's 1/9 and 1/23 at 4 pm
with Sarah Chase Natan & Kidada Fields
Explore the Five Elements in real time through the year. We begin with the Metal and delve deeper into Water. Learn about the elements and how we can connect and align in health with the them.
Part I : Sat Jan 9 at 4pm - Sarah will review the virtues and themes of the Water element, organ association, and offer some basic Qigong exercises and herbal support.
Part II: Sat Jan 23 at 4pm - Kidada will share learnings about choice Acupoints and how to connect to them using acupressure and moxibustion.
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Also coming up in exactly two weeks on January’s new moon is Lupe’s class New Moon + Movement Manifestation. She will be teaching a yoga class on every new moon so we can get our bodies and minds aligned with the times, literally.
New Moon + Movement Manifestation
Wednesday January 13th, 7-9 pm
with Lupe Terrones
Join Lupe in this 2 hour workshop to discuss the energies and astrology surrounding the new moon in Capricorn. Being the first new moon of the year we have an opportunity to set powerful intentions for the year ahead. Journal prompts will help illuminate our path ahead as we set powerful intentions according to our astrology and our practical needs.
We'll learn how to wield the Capricorn wisdom for the benefit of our long term goals and discuss what makes a goal tangible in energetic terms. We'll conclude with intuitive movement inspired by the energy of Capricorn. A new moon achieves little until we root our intentions into our physical body.
Plant your intentions within the physical realm using the wisdom of the cosmos and join me on this afternoon that's full of potential!
In addition to being an astrologer and reiki practitioner, Lupe is a yoga teacher, pilates certified instructor, and personal trainer.
Tickets are $35 - Sign Up Now
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Thank you so much to Jonathan and Lev for their awesome IChing and Sound classes respectively. The practices are so huge yet you both made them so accessible and fun! They will be back with more in the coming months.
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Lastly and so importantly, Saruh Lacoff is facilitating another Me and White Supremacy workbook group this month. I am finally doing it. I have known I want/need to do something to look into my own contributions to the state our world is in and reorient my thinking/acting but I wanted to see who was truly in it for the long haul after the dust settled media wise. This group is it. You can email saruhworkbookgroup@gmail.com for more information and to join a group.
Thank you all for listening and for the ways that you are allowing the new to move through you.
Love,
Sarah Natan MAcOM
founder/owner at Brooklyn Acupuncture Project