Message for May 2024

In the constant rush and noise of life, it can be hard to notice the quiet moments.

It’s a subject that’s surfaced many times before, but it seems so apt once again. When we’re rushing from here to there, trying to get through each day as best as we can, it’s easy to lose sight of the spaces within the spaces where the silence resides. We so often become caught up in the chaos of life, failing to notice the silence both within us, and around us. Even though we know how important it is to embrace the silent moments and to embrace the stillness that silence can bring, instead of acknowledging the importance of taking some time to re-connect, we can so easily slowly shift out of kilter and almost forget the need to connect more deeply.

In many ways, life has become busier and noisier. The 24/7 connectivity, our dependence on technology, the tendency to expect everyone to be available at all times (for example, to immediately reply to messages or emails, or to get something delivered the same day) places each of us under a great deal of pressure, making it hard to switch off or to step away. At the same time, the more we get wrapped up in this busy, noisy life, the less connected we feel and the more disconnected we become. It’s as though so many of us are losing our centres, finding it hard to feel balanced, to trust our intuition, or to take some time away from the busy-ness in order to replenish and take stock.

Of course, the silence is always there, whether we notice it or not. It’s the spaces within the spaces, the moment between the in-breath and the out-breath where we are doing neither one nor the other. Silence is more than the absence of sound, it’s a stillness and the space where true wisdom can be found. When we consciously take even a short time to re-connect to the spaces, not only do we feel more balanced, but we can start to look at the bigger picture with more insight and self-awareness than ever before. In addition, we can begin to notice our edges and acknowledge the areas in our lives where we are out of balance or where adjustments need to be made. This doesn’t necessarily mean we will suddenly find all of the answers to our many unanswered questions., it also doesn’t mean that suddenly life will be perfect and wonderful. However, it does bring us the potential to re-connect to our hearts and souls in order to live more fulfilling and enriching lives.

Although many of us try to cling on to the belief that we can shape and control the story of our lives, life is inherently unknowable and uncertain. Even though we may intuitively acknowledge this, many of us still try to resist change or cling on to something we are not yet ready to let go of. Of course, intuitively we may sense the futility of this, but it’s human nature to have hope and to feel that we have power within us to control what happens next. Yet, such a belief takes a phenomenal amount of energy, and it seems time to let go a little in order to trust the process of life and to reclaim some of this energy in order to channel it into living life more intuitively. This isn’t to say that we should give up on hope, far from it, this is about living consciously in each and every moment, embracing change and accepting its inevitable ebb and flow in life.

There are so many souls at the moment feeling lost and alone, confused, and disorientated. The reasons for this are multifaceted and complex, but it’s important to know that the silence never leaves us. Sometimes we shut ourselves off from the silence, sometimes we get lost in the chaos of life and stop noticing. Either way, the more time each of us can take to pause, breathe, and reflect, the more connected we will become once again. In addition, it seems important that we each take a good look at the shape of our lives. So often, we spend time focused on things to do, people to see and places to go, life becomes a list, and it can feel like a burden. Therefore, if we are able to focus on our true priorities and let the rest go, we will each start to feel lighter and brighter. Of course, many of us have duties or responsibilities in life that we cannot let go of, but if we can reframe our perception to these then the weight of them will be less to carry. In addition, if we can also take some time out to re-connect to the silence and take care of our own needs more, then the imbalance starts to re-balance, and the weight of burden reduces.

It’s important to remember that it can become habit to fill our lives with things to do. Yet, the result of this leaves us overburdened and disconnected, and whilst the silence sits patiently and never fades, if we lose sight of it, it can feel out of reach. Connecting to the stillness brings opportunity for reflection, and lifts us up out of the darkness and into a space of more awareness. Silence brings the opportunity for creativity and intuition to flow freely, awakening us to live life with purpose and meaning.

Silence isn’t a force to seek out as it resides within our hearts and souls, it isn’t the art of disconnecting ourselves from the busy-ness, it’s the art of re-connection in order to live our lives more wholeheartedly. How many of us wriggle and squirm when sat in silence in the presence of others, feeling we should speak or fill the space? Yet, it’s the ability to sit comfortably in total silence that affirms true connection as this is where so much more can be exchanged with others and also with ourselves. Of course, life isn’t just about saying nothing as words do matter, and when we use words with wisdom and passion, they can also lead us to the richness of connection.

It’s easy to forget the potential of living life wholeheartedly, yet surely we owe it to ourselves to make the best of every moment? Embracing the silence takes courage, but it also feels like a natural step forward as it can help us to find a deeper level of purpose in life. So, instead of finding reasons ‘not to’ embrace life with passion, it’s time to seize each moment and see life as an opportunity to grow, thrive and flourish. Of course, there will be challenges and potholes along the way, but unless we each take a step towards our dreams, we run the risk of staying on the same spot, running on the treadmill of life we’ve ended up on by default rather than choice.

May looks set to be a month of enlightenment and expansion as the boundaries of life begin to shift and we each find opportunities to breathe more deeply and contemplate our dreams and priorities once again…

For now, and as always, I wish you all kinds of wonderful.

With love,

Sarah-Jane

Aries
♈

Over the years, you have invested a lot of time and energy creating the masterpiece of your life; you have always had a sense of drive, as well as the motivation to step towards your dreams and to stand in your truth. Although life has sometimes seen you veer off course, you have always had the courage and foresight to live your life innovatively and imaginatively. You can see both the bigger picture and the finer details, seeing way and beyond the four walls of your own life. At the same time, your compassion reaches far and wide, and your generosity touches the lives of so many. However, if you pause for a while and take a look at the palette of colours that represent your life, there is a sense that many of them appear dull and faded.

It’s as though some of the magic and sparkle has drifted away, mostly as a result of your tendency to keep on keeping on: to try to do more, to be better, and to try to push yourself a bit harder. Whilst there is nothing wrong with this, it’s important to find balance as surely life is about more than doing more or being better? It seems time now for you to shift the focus towards your well-being and to seek out new ways to nourish, nurture and thrive. Let your true colours surface once again and allow them to flow freely within your heart and soul as you explore a vibrant and fresh colour palette and contemplate different ways to enrich your life. It would be easy to get bogged down in over-thinking this process but try to let your imagination and intuition guide you now. You have the capacity and innovation to re-shape and re-define your life in order to re-connect more wholeheartedly to the life you intuitively know you were born to live…

Taurus
♉

You have always been quite pragmatic and down-to-earth when it comes to navigating the inevitable up’s and down’s of life. Although you face challenges with courage and you rarely, if ever, take things for granted, there is a sense that you have found the constant push of challenges recently quite hard to bear. As a result, you have recoiled slightly, and your breath has become a little shorter and lighter in an attempt to ‘take up less space’ as you try to better navigate the twists and turns in the road. It’s a bit like when driving through a narrow gap and inhaling sharply; intuitively we know it won’t make a difference, but it’s an inherently human thing to do. Recoiling is a natural response to stress and challenge, and when it becomes noticeable, it’s a sign that things are very much out of kilter.

Of course, the longer this continues, the more the ‘shallow’ breathing can create a sense of disconnection from the bigger picture of your life. As a result of holding your breath in slightly, you start to take up less space in the world and this can make it hard to truly know yourself and your gifts. Sometimes there’s a need to stop, pause and breathe deeply into the discomfort in order to feel the air filling your lungs and invigorating your spirit. Sometimes the only way forward is to let your intuition guide you and to go through any resistance. You are a radiant soul and the more you choose to consciously step into stillness, the more you will re-connect and the stronger your intuition will become. May looks set to be a month of shift for you as you step from one path to another in life; it’s as though you have let go a little and realized the importance of breathing space, so instead of pushing yourself ahead, you are finding pockets of joy where you are now…

Gemini
♊

Living wholeheartedly continues to take centre stage throughout May as you take a step back to look at the bigger picture of your life. You have been on a rollercoaster of change, sometimes the thrill of the ride has been exhilarating and inspiring, but there have also been other times when it’s been more nauseating and arduous. However, the ride keeps on going, day in, day out. Of course, this is an inherent part of being human, but you have longed for some quiet times in order to re-balance once again. As you have continued to navigate the twists, turns, ups and downs with poise and grace, your courage and confidence has surged as you have finally realized that you are much stronger than you have ever given yourself credit for. It seems that the more you look beyond the intensity of the ride, the more in touch you are becoming with the rhythms and currents of life. You are awakening to these rhythms and your willingness to live wholeheartedly is enabling you to experience life with more creativity and intuition than ever before. As a result, the bigger picture of your life is opening up before you, bringing new opportunities to contemplate the path you were walking, as well as helping you to prioritize your true goals.

You have always been a thinker, in fact, more of an over-thinker, and this often sees you thinking about why you do what you do and why things are the way they are. Sometimes, you find the answers to these questions, but there are many other times when you don’t. However, instead of frustrating you, this is beginning to inspire you to re-shape and re-define your life on all levels. The planets are beginning to align, and it’s time now to make some pivotal changes in order to let your compassion and creativity rise up and shine brightly…

Cancer
♋

The theme of letting go looks set to shape the weeks and months ahead as you take some time to ponder the life you are living and the life you intuitively sense you would like to be living. You have been in a contemplative and reflective mood for quite some time, but your focus has been on keeping on keeping on, trying to do everything for everyone, and trying to do your best. However, during your periods of reflection, you have realized that constantly pushing yourself to do more, be more, and achieve more isn’t actually the path to happiness for you. Instead, you have discovered that stepping back a little and letting go is what you need as there is so much more that you want to do in life. Yes, working hard brings its rewards, but it also brings its stresses as well. It’s hard to articulate, but it seems that you are no longer focusing on the gap between where you are and where you want to be, as you are now closing that gap in order to live wholeheartedly in the here and now.

‘The gap’ has created a great deal of pressure for you as it hasn’t been a force to inspire or motivate, but a way to feel bad for not getting to where you feel you need to be. As you let go of more ‘ought’s from your life, the load is lightening and you are finally able to breathe more freely which feels liberating on so many levels. It seems important not to over-think this process as this is more about how you feel and trusting your intuition to guide you. You are a wise soul, and you seem ready now to expand your horizons and embrace the concept of ‘less is more’. So, breathe deeply into this time of contemplation and open up your heart and soul to bring you all that you need…

Leo
♌

It’s easy to get lost in the flow of life, particularly when life is a whirlwind of things to do, people to see, places to go, and things to think about. You have spent a great deal of time trying to be the person you’ve felt you needed to be, and you have given so much of yourself to others in the process. Although you seem to thrive when life is busy and chaotic, there is a part of you longing for peace and quiet. It seems important to acknowledge this inner longing, as there is a sense that having an opportunity for some contemplation will help you to regain some perspective when it comes to finding balance between how much you give to others and how much you give to yourself. Of course, you will always be the rock that others depend upon, but it’s time now to be the rock for yourself as well. In essence, try to listen to your intuition and give yourself the time and space to look at the bigger picture of your life.

Surely life isn’t about trying to be someone you’re not? Surely, it’s also not about constantly trying to push yourself to do more, be more, and achieve more? Intuitively, you already know this, but it can be so hard to keep your perspective when you are caught up in the maelstrom, ebb, and flow of the currents of life. You seem ready now to turn towards pastures new as you want to push your boundaries and re-connect to your inner spark and fire. Focusing on your own needs and dreams isn’t indulgent, as it’s vital for you to feel truly alive and enlivened. In fact, the more balanced you are, the more you are able to give to others, so it’s a win-win situation! So, try to enjoy this opportunity to slow down, re-focus, and find a new pathway to joy…

Virgo
♍

You have been charging along at full steam ahead for quite some time now, pushing on, keeping on keeping on, doing your best to get it all done. There has been an air of urgency, but quite what ‘it’ is has yet to be clearly defined. The main reason for this is that your ‘to do’ list is extremely long and rather nebulous. This list is vast and continues to expand and grow at a rate of knots! This isn’t a criticism, just an observation as your capacity to have multiple projects going at one time is phenomenal. However, as fluid and expansive as your mind is, even you have your limits! There is a sense of a need to let go a little, to have the courage to erase most of your outstanding list of things to do in order to have a much smaller list of your true priorities. Although it’s lovely to have so many different possibilities to explore, it also scatters your focus and energy in multiple directions, and this can leave you feeling disorientated and unable to gain clarity when it comes to making important decisions and choices. It seems that the more willing you are to let go of some of this list, the more you will be able to focus on the things that are really important to you.

Of course, the challenge comes in deciding what your true priorities are, but you are extremely intuitive, so use this gift to guide you now. Travelling more lightly through life will enable you to navigate the inevitable twists and turns with more ease, and it will also inspire you to channel your gifts in more comprehensive and cohesive ways. This looks set to be a wonderful opportunity for you to let go of the ‘to do’ list and to embrace the ‘I am’ state of being that will allow you to live the life you were born to live…

Libra
♎

Life is full of questions. Although this statement could be said for anyone, your life seems to be more chock-a-block with questions than most. In any given moment, there are a gazillion questions (okay, exaggeration!) floating around your head, and although you navigate these with your usual grace and poise, there is a sense that you have been feeling quite overwhelmed with the constant questioning. Of course, it’s not so much the everyday questions like ‘what shall I have for dinner?’ that fill your head, it’s more of the existential ponderings of the universe and the philosophy of existence that take your focus. There are days when you leave no stone unturned in your quest to find answers to your questions, and although you have accepted the fact that many questions will remain unanswered, there is a drive within you pushing and pushing for clarity. It seems time to shift the direction of your focus away from the questions you cannot answer and towards understanding the reasons why you are so driven to understand why things are the way they are.

It’s important to look deeply within in order to answer this question, as it’s directed squarely at your heart, head, and soul; only you can know the question and only you can answer it. Part of you seems keen to avoid exploring this question more in a quest for inner peace, but the rest of you wants to answer the unanswerable even though you intuitively sense how big a challenge this might be. What makes things more challenging is that the shape of the question you need to ask keeps changing and evolving, so it’s hard to gain as much clarity as you would like. However, there is also a sense that you already intuitively know not only the question, but the answer as well. Listen to the whispers of your soul as it’s time to hear your inner voice and ask yourself what you truly and wholeheartedly want…

Scorpio
♏

You have been hovering on the edge of a significant turning point in your life for quite some time now; you’ve had a sense of shift, but no clarity as to what’s changing, when or how. As a result, you’ve felt quite unsettled and uncomfortable, not quite sure of where you’re heading, or why, as you’ve been unable to put your finger on exactly what’s going on. Of course, intuitively you know that life doesn’t work that way, as you can never truly be sure of where you’re heading, as there are always unknowns on the path ahead, but there is a need within you for some clarity as you know that it will soon be time to step into unchartered terrain, and you want to know that you will be heading in the right direction. It’s as though your head and heart are pulling in different directions; your heart is happy to step into the unknown, but your head is somewhat more cautious.

Although you have never been one to avoid taking a chance or stepping into the unknown, your head is holding you back and keeping your focus on the finer details even though your heart is connected to the bigger picture. It doesn’t have to be a case of one or the other, and it’s important to find a way to bring both together as they are both a part of you. Finding unity with your head and heart will bring you more clarity and insight than ever before, giving you the confidence to step into the unknown, and allowing you to believe that you have the wisdom and innovation to boldly go where you have never gone before. Finding unity isn’t something to do, it comes from a willingness to accept the different facets of yourself exactly as they are. Head isn’t better than heart or vice versa. Both matter; so, find unity and the path ahead will become clear…

Sagittarius
♐

As you continue to explore the boundaries of your life, there is a sense that you are beginning to embrace the concept of truly knowing yourself. You are an intuitive and passionate soul, always pushing against the edges of life in a quest to live life as vibrantly as possible, yet there is also a sense that you hold back, not really sure if you feel you ‘have what it takes’ to embrace your full potential. This dichotomy has often seen you standing on the edge, gazing into the vast unknown, bursting with dreams and unfulfilled potential, but it’s important to realize that the only person holding you back is you. May looks set to be a month for you to embrace the concept of truly knowing yourself and acknowledging your gifts and imperfections. It’s easy to live life on the edge, but the true journey begins when you start believing in yourself, and you let go as you step into the unknown. Of course, there is absolutely nothing that’s straightforward about you, but this isn’t a curse, it’s a wonderful and amazing gift as you see the bigger picture and the finer details at the same time, and you see life from a unique perspective that gives you the potential to fly free.

However, when you hold yourself back in misplaced doubt, you disconnect from your true essence and this doubt can start to creep through your heart and soul like ivy on an old building. It’s time to realize that the more you doubt yourself, the more you contain and tether your free spirit; you build walls around your heart and soul. It’s not quite as easy as ‘change your perspective, change your life’, but this is a good place to start. You are intuitive, innovative, and gifted, and it’s time to roll up your sleeves and believe this now. Don’t deny yourself this amazing opportunity to breathe freely and spread your wings…

Capricorn
♑

As your soul continues to call you towards change, there is a sense that you are beginning to re-assess the people/things that nourish you and the people/things that deplete you. Your tendency to try to take care of everybody else by pushing yourself way and beyond your own limits is admirable, but it has left you feeling weary and out of kilter, so those aspects of your life that deplete you have an even greater impact now than ever before. Of course, it’s not always possible to eradicate the people/things that drain you from your life, as life is rarely that straightforward, but there does seem to be a need for you to re-shape your need to be the rock for everyone else as it isn’t giving you the space or freedom to breathe deeply, blossom or thrive. As a result, life can feel heavy, and your dreams and goals can seem hidden and out of view, yet, they haven’t vanished, they are just obscured by the huge burden you carry on your shoulders that mostly belongs to others.

There’s a need to step back a little in order to re-define your belief that you have to be the central cog, carrying the load and bending yourself out of shape. Although you seem ready to create new boundaries and to honour your own needs more, your drive to be there for others often over-rides this. May is therefore a good time for you to explore ways of bringing more balance into your life as you make some much-needed adjustments. Those around you may struggle with this shift, but don’t you owe it to yourself to seek out ways to flourish and thrive? This is a time to know yourself and to understand why you do the things you do. As your soul expands, allow yourself to discover new corners and to step into unchartered terrain…

Aquarius
♒

As the kaleidoscope of change continues to illuminate your heart and soul, bringing you insights and wisdom, there is a sense that you are beginning to turn your focus within to allow your inner light to guide you. Although you are one of life’s thinkers, you are also deeply intuitive and naturally very creative, and it’s your creativity and intuition that look set to take centre stage over the weeks and months ahead. You have often doubted yourself and your gifts, and even when you have known you are standing in truth, you hold back rather than standing firm. This is a testimony to your flexibility, but it’s also a sign of a tendency to bend and flex yourself out of shape in order to make for an easier and more peaceful life. Yet, maybe bending and flexing isn’t always the best strategy? Maybe your inner light shines more brightly when you allow your intuition to guide you?

Of course, you have always questioned why you do what you do, and often spend time over-thinking the decisions and choices you’ve made and not made. Whilst there is great learning that can come from questioning, there is also great strength that can emerge when you let go and allow your inner light to flow freely as this is the source of your gifts and creativity. Although you may feel as though there is no room in the world for your ideas, innovation and inner light, part of your gift comes from using your ingenuity to find new ways to flourish. Your consciousness may move at lightning speed, but it’s your lightning speed so you can absolutely keep up! Go with it now and connect wholeheartedly to your amazing potential as it’s time to believe in yourself and to bring together the different facets of your multi-levelled being into a more cohesive whole. Take a deep breath and believe…

Pisces
♓

As a multi-faceted and multi-layered being, there are many different sides to your nature. Although you are a fluid and intuitive soul, there is also a part of you that resists this fluidity, feeling as though it’s an incumbrance rather than a gift; believing that going with the flow is too vague and wafty to be useful in your everyday life. Yet, this resistance is in stark contrast to your tendency to often feel as though you are a piece of driftwood rather than acknowledging your ability to not only build a majestic ship, but to create the currents as well. Your inner power and strength know no limits, but your tendency to resist this power stifles the flow, leaving you feeling lost and confused with life. This paradoxical zig-zagging belief system is complex, but it’s important to know that it’s not a deliberate attempt at self-sabotage, it’s just the way you’re made.

Your inner landscape is wild and free, and the waves that swirl and twist within your heart and soul are the source of your wisdom and creativity. Yet, you also sense things incredibly deeply, often feeling the emotions, pain, and experiences of others as well as your own, and this potent sensitivity to the world can often lead you towards pulling up the drawbridge and actively trying to close yourself off from the ‘noise’ of life. It’s therefore no wonder that you ‘zig-zag’ between wanting to own your power and wanting to drift. Maybe it’s time to realize that you can do both? Maybe this realization can help you to re-float your majestic ship in order to set sail towards pastures new. Doing both isn’t impossible, it just takes a shift in your belief system as intuitively you already know exactly what to do. Believe in yourself and know that your wild, inner world is both your inspiration and your safe space…

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