Shining & Sharing
Connection & Cosmic Growth in August
Hello Friends,
I’m a little later than I intended in sending this! August started with extra family time for me, and August began for all of us just after Jupiter (the planet of expansion) and the sun united in Leo (where Jupiter travels through next summer!). The south node recently entered Leo, too. (North node entered Aquarius.) Now today, Chiron - the wounded healer - goes retrograde. What a shift!
With all the Leo energy, we have an opportunity to shine brighter while the Universe is saying let go of drama, and lean away from “Me” and toward “Us.” Maybe we can even tap into our Chiron stories and share in a way that helps others.
We will discuss these astrological shifts and more at our events in August. Hope you can join us for our next two group events: COSMIC CONNECTION HOUR and ASTROLOGY WORKSHOP. See the dates below.
I had some me/us time last month for my birthday. My husband and I traveled to Yosemite National Park, and we got one park closer to our goal of visiting all 63 U.S. national parks. My health app said we hiked 108 flights doing a loop, which included the Mist Trail. Then we celebrated by getting dressed up for dinner at The Ahwahnee Dining Room. I even wore 3-inch heels after hiking for hours! The next morning we did a four-hour bus tour. Boy did I need that rest.
Back home now, I’m planning some group events!
Performance at Writers Read “Inheritance” Show
Writers Read chose my story, “Pumpkin Bread,” for the “Inheritance” show. I recently received a Youtube clip with my reading. Sharing it here:
Tess Clarkson’s Story - Pumpkin Bread
Writers Read said, “In this tender and deeply relatable personal essay, Tess Clarkson returns home after her mother’s death searching for a treasured pumpkin bread recipe that shaped her childhood. As memories of brown-paper packages and quiet acts of care resurface, she discovers that some inheritances aren’t found in kitchen drawers—they’re found in the ways we learn to nurture ourselves.”
Dates to Remember - PAID MEMBERS
Our recent Cosmic Connection Hour for the full moon was truly magical. Thanks to all who joined our July events.
Here’s our schedule for August:
✨Wednesday, August 12 at 12 pm CT - - - ASTROLOGY WORKSHOP - - - Join me via Zoom for an interactive workshop on the basics of astrology, your very own chart, and the current energy, including the solar eclipse.
✨Wednesday, August 27 at 12 pm CT - - - COSMIC CONNECTION HOUR - - - Join me via Zoom for conversation and connection. We will discuss the lunar eclipse, how it relates to each of our individual charts, and do a guided meditation to connect with the energy.
✨✨✨✨✨Zoom links are sent via the group “CHAT” for paid subscribers.✨✨✨✨✨
BONUS - All paid members get access to my online, LIVE vinyasa yoga + guided meditation classes on:
🧘🏻♀️Thursday, August 6 at 7:30 am CT
🧘🏻♀️Thursday, August 13 at 7:30 am CT
🧘🏻♀️Thursday, August 27 at 7:30 am CT
Grab your coffee and mat, and find a cozy space to Zoom with us. We will have a brief chat to discuss what we each need from our practice. Then get on your mat for a slow warm up, a focused flow, and a nourishing guided meditation. Afterward, stay for a few minutes and share how you feel from your practice.
Intentional Living with Moon Cycles
New moons are wonderful times to set intentions, i.e. goals and wishes. Eclipses heighten the energy for this practice.
The solar eclipse (new moon) on Wednesday, August 12 is at the degree 20’ 02’’ Leo. Here’s a mantra to use:
With joy, I allow myself to shine.
If you’re curious where Leo (or Pisces - the sign of the lunar eclipse) is in your chart and life, join one of my events.
✨✨DM me if you’re interested in a personalized Cosmic Roadmap Session!
Thank you for being part of my community. Hope your August warms your soul.
Wishing you a joyful summer!
xoTess
PS: Want a retreat for grief?
Join me at Sewall House in August for our small group grief retreat:
Only TWO spots remain. Reserve now, and join us in Northern Maine.