November 27th Full Moon Intention & Affirmation

The full moon is upon us, so I have a new tarot curated intention and affirmation for us to work with. This moon cycle I used the Wildwood Tarot deck, and we pulled The King of Arrows, The Page of Arrows, and the Green Woman. Be sure to have a look at the cards to see what they awaken in you, let’s dive in.

One of the things I appreciate about the Wildwood Tarot is that it’s inspired by nature. Many of the cards depict beautiful landscapes and various animals.

This moon cycle we’ve been presented with the Kingfisher (King of Arrows, also known as King of Swords) and the Wren (Page of Arrows, also known as Page of Swords). I have a particular affinity for birds, and I’m going to allow my connection with them to inspire our intention and affirmation.

Intention: When was the last time you thought about what was truly important to you? The practice of zeroing in on essentials enhances our awareness and shows us where we can lean in or let go. It involves peeling back layers to uncover the values, relationships, and aspirations that truly resonate with our core being.  

Understanding what is essential in your life means discerning between fleeting desires and the enduring pillars that define your existence. It's about distilling daily existence down to the elements that bring meaning, purpose, and contentment. This requires deliberate focus on what truly matters to shed light on what enriches, inspires, and aligns with your authentic self.

Embracing the essential isn't necessarily about what you possess materially, though that’s certainly part of it. It’s about what seizes your heart, mind, and spirit. Because it creates a framework that guides decisions and behaviors, understanding what’s important to you can help you to cultivate a sense of fulfillment.

Affirmation: My intuition guides my understanding of what is essential and aligned with my deepest values and aspirations.

I remember the first, and only time, I’ve ever seen a kingfisher. I was walking with family at the college campus by my home. I love walks at this location because there are winding trails, small creeks, and both grassy and wooded areas. You never know what you might see, and I feel both delight and anticipation with every visit.

On this walk, my sister and I trailed behind the others so we could talk. As we traversed a downhill path, slippery with mud and residing just above a creek we usually visit, I saw a flash of blue and orange. Sensing a feathered friend I’d yet to meet I gasped, “What was that!” To which my keen-eyed sister replied, “A kingfisher.”

Charmed by our new friend, we watched as it swooped to the creek in search of fish. After coming up empty handed, it zoomed upwards, landing in a nearby tree were it quietly watched the flowing water. You’ll often find kingfishers near water. If you’re lucky enough to spot one, you’ll notice they are just as comfortable diving through water as they are air.

Known for their patient hunting behavior and precise dives into water for prey, the kingfisher is seen as a symbol of patience, focus, and perception. They carry an air of assertiveness and authority. When I laid eyes on the kingfisher, I couldn’t help feeling it was a confident bird. Though small, they are fearless and mighty.

Now let’s explore that nature of the wren. Unlike the kingfisher, I see wrens all the time. They are a common fixture in my garden. Evoking a sense of play and joy, their rapid trills and chirps are a welcome sound. I love to watch their little brown bodies dancing in dry leaves. Wrens are constantly on the move, hopping and flitting rapidly between branches, shrubs, and the ground. Their movements are quick and agile.

My favorite quality of the wren is their curiosity. I love to watch as they investigate the the nooks and crannies of the garden. When the temperature drops, I’ve seen them huddle together in the shelter of the arborvitae, snuggling close for warmth.

This always conjures a childhood memory of my three sisters and I piling on a tiny twin bed under blankets, snuggled close, finding comfort in each other’s presence. Socked feet tickling tummies until someone falls off the bed and onto the cold floor with a giggle and a smile. Wrens remind me to remain curious, to welcome the warm embrace of a beloved, and to sing and play often.

This brings us to our final archetype, which is the Green Woman (also known as The Empress). Many associated this archetype with the Divine Mother, nature, the earth, abundance, prosperity, and fertility. Natural rhythms, cycles of life, growth, renewal, as well as death and decay are foundational themes.

The Green Woman invites us to celebrate the cyclical nature of life by honoring the seasons. She reminds us of the interconnectedness all things. Should we feel depleted or low we can turn to the power and beauty of the natural world to renew and revive us.

When I consider these three archetypes in combination, I feel called to consider my personal power and authority, my ability to be both serious and playful, and how important the natural world is to my wellbeing. I do not always feel aligned with my personal power, and I am not always able to find my curious and playful side, but I know that I can always find my way back to Self when I look to nature.

I have learned over the years that connecting to nature is essential to me. So is connecting to inner strength, confidence, curiosity, and joy. What is essential to you? What qualities do you wish to cultivate in your life? What makes you feel good?

The kingfisher and the wren know what is essential to them. That is the way of the natural world, it knows what’s essential to life. Because we are not separate from nature, we too can harness an understanding of what is essential.

A few ways you might do this is by reflecting on your values. What principles and ideals guide you? As I mentioned above some principles that guide me are curiosity, play, and joy. Additional ones are kindness, kinship, honesty, and connection.

Reflect on times where you’ve felt fulfilled. What were the circumstances? Do you cultivate personal fulfillment in your life? What ignites enthusiasm? What doesn’t?

As much as possible, can you eliminate or reevaluate that which doesn’t fill your cup? Winter is coming, making it a wonderful time to release what you know isn’t serving you.

Let the kingfisher and wren guide you to understanding what awakens confidence, personal power, connection, curiosity, joy, and play within.

What matters most to you and why? Take a bird’s eye view of things and focus on what’s essential. If you can, let the rest go.

 I’ll leave you with this blessing.

May you embrace the journey of self-discovery, seeking clarity in what truly matters.

May you trust your intuition to guide you in recognizing the essential elements that align with your deepest values and aspirations.

May you release attachments to distractions and welcome the clarity and peace that comes from prioritizing what brings genuine fulfillment to your life.

May you embrace this process with an open heart and a clear mind, knowing that by honoring what is essential, you cultivate a life of purpose, joy, and authenticity.

How’s it going in your world? Do share, you know I love to hear from you.