Monthly influential energies correspond with events that occur during it that may aid personal growth as well as possibly spiritual growth. A 48 hour energetic window is believed to exist before and after an event. I include holidays and time changes as the energy surrounding or associated with them that is encountered may be impactful as well.

JANUARY: The new year is a changing of the guard and new beginning. As the new year is ushered in so are the Universal year number energies that will be influential throughout it. This makes January a supercharged energetic month that may have a stronger impact than other times of the year. Additional energies associated with release, balance, insight, motivation, awareness, self-reliance, positivity, initiative, creation, independence, clarity and creativity may be experienced. The full and new moons are a time to cleanse with the full Wolf moon being a time for setting intentions/goals and the new moon a time for releasing that which no longer serves you. The 1/1 gateway is an influx of transformative energy. This energy can be intense occurring in conjunction with the ushering of the new Universal year number energies. It is an energy for spiritual expansion and growth. A time for continued release, healing and balancing of one’s internal energies. The 1/11 energy portal is an influx of cleansing energy. This energy aids the process of “out with the old”. That is, the release of that which no longer serves you or is working for you. What are your dreams? It is also a time for manifesting them. Be prepared by knowing what it is you want to manifest. This portal marks new beginnings and the power of intentions. Alignments of energies having potential for personal and spiritual growth allow for personal transformation and insight through self reflection and self evaluation.

FEBRUARY: The energy of love is in the air with the popular holiday… Valentine’s Day. Continual adjustments are occurring to all of the energy the new year has brought. This is a month related to relationships/partnerships. Additional energies associated with healing, reflection, intuition, faith, service, receptiveness, trust and clarity may be experienced. The 2/2 gateway is an influx of transformative energy which is relative to the cleansing energy of January. The energies are doubled. This amplified transformative energy encourages the release and closure of the old as well as the welcoming of the new that is presented. It is a time for the healing and balancing of internal energies. The full and new moons are a time to cleanse with the full Snow moon being a time for setting intentions/goals and the new moon a time for releasing that which no longer serves you. Valentine’s Day is a day set aside to celebrate love. Many celebrate by making gestures to express the love they feel for another… card, candy, flowers and/or dinner just to name a few of them. Love is energy and this day boosts this energy through the focus created. Let’s strive for everyday not just this day. The 2/22 portal energy is of contemplation of direction and power of intentions. These energies offer the potential for personal and spiritual growth allowing for personal transformation through self reflection and revelation.

MARCH: This is a month of transition from winter to spring. The energies are associated with luck, abundance, transformation, growth, release, healing, balance, spiritual expansion, energetic boosts, reflection, cleansing, hope, renewal and achievement. The full and new moons are a time to cleanse with the full Worm moon being a time for setting intentions/goals and the new moon a time for releasing that which no longer serves you. The 3/3 gateway is an influx of transformative energy. This energy can open one to creativity and abundance. It is an energy for spiritual expansion and growth. A time for continued release, healing and balancing of one’s internal energies. This marks the return of longer days as the clocks are turned forward an hour. The extended daylight gained this time of year with daylight savings time is a transformative positivity booster. A lunar eclipse is an energetic time for reflection, transformation and growth utilizing its energy. Self evaluate as well as aspects of your life. St. Patrick’s Day is a holiday associated with luck and the color green. The coveted 4 leaf clover symbolizes abundance. The color green symbolized hope, regeneration and luck. These energies may be motivation jump starters for setting goals/moving towards goals. The Spring Equinox marks the beginning of spring. It is a time of renewal, change and growth. As the days become longer, take notice of how your energy increases with the prevalent sunlight. Potential exists for creativity, empowerment and enlightenment.

APRIL: It may feel like a roller coaster ride as you experience conflicting and complimentary energies. Conflicting energies like feeling invigorated, motivated and inspired by the longer days (sunshine) yet drained, unmotivated and tired by the rain that the month is known for… April showers bring May flowers. Complimentary energies like feeling invigorated, motivated and inspired by the prolonged sunshine with the longer days and feel refreshed, nurtured and cleansed by the rain. Energies associated with renewal, hope, reflection and release may be experienced. The full and new moons are a time to cleanse with the full Pink moon being a time for setting intentions/goals and the new moon a time for releasing that which no longer serves you. The 4/4 gateway is an influx of transformative energy. This transformative energy can open you to your passion and drive to work towards your goals and aspirations. It is an energy of the elements and directions. Take time to continue with the release, healing and balancing of your internal energies. Easter is a holiday kids associate with the Easter bunny, eggs and candy. Spiritually this day carries the energies of resurrection, renewal, hope, love and transformation. May the energies of this day benefit you in lightening your burdens and embracing potential.

MAY: A time associated with flowers blooming. The new blossoms are not just for the trees, flowers and bushes. This is a time for all of nature to awaken. To bask in the sunshine. To be refreshed. To be renewed. It is a sign of transformation. It is a reminder to allow these to occur in your life as you are part of nature. Energies associated with birth, hope, cleansing, reflection, transformation and release may be experienced. The full and new moons are a time to cleanse with the full Flower moon being a time for setting intentions/goals and the new moon a time for releasing that which no longer serves you. The 5/5 Gateway is an influx of energies of the number 5 are amplified. It is a time for Divine redirection through positive changes and shifts. It carries the energies of freedom and opening of pathways. Other traits include reconnection, adaptation, motivation, expansion and learning life lessons. Mother’s Day is a celebration of motherhood. It is associated with birth, unconditional love, nurturing and connection. It is Divine feminine energy.

JUNE: The 6/6 portal or gateway is an influx of higher vibrational energy that is influential for spiritual balance of self between the physical and higher self. Through this energy, activations may be received for alignment, expansion and/or integration. Traits associated with this energy is love, harmony, balance and home. The full and new moons are a time to cleanse with the full Strawberry moon being a time for setting intentions/goals and the new moon a time for releasing that which no longer serves you. Father’s Day is the celebration of fatherhood. Some energetic traits are protection, assertiveness, activeness and strength. It is the Divine masculine energy. June marks the beginning of summer with the Summer Solstice and the season change brings in its own energies. The energies associated with the solstice are light, warmth, cycles and growth. It is a time for self reflection. The power lies with the individual.

JULY: It is the bridge between the solstice and the peak of the Lion’s Gate. Even with its own influential energies, July gives time for energetic adjustments and recalibrations to the ongoing energies. The 4th of July is associated with fireworks and celebration. It carries with it the energetic traits of independence, unity, freedom, responsibility, foundation and growth. The 7/7 portal/gateway is an influx of influential energy that encourages introspection, inner wisdom and personal transformation. There is potential in this energy for deeper Divine connection, spiritual awakening and receiving Divine guidance. Some energetic traits associated with this gateway include change, growth, enlightenment, luck and harmony. The full and new moons are a time to cleanse with the full Buck moon being a time for setting intentions/goals and the new moon a time for releasing that which no longer serves you.

AUGUST: Although it is associated with the end of summer, summer isn’t officially over until the September equinox so those energies do not change and are still influential. On 8/8 the Lion’s Gate peaks. This is a powerful energetic gateway (portal) that is created between the physical and spiritual worlds. The influx of energy signifies a dynamic time for manifesting. Spiritually it is a time of higher consciousness. The full and new moons are a time to cleanse with the full Sturgeon moon being a time for setting intentions/goals and the new moon a time for releasing that which no longer serves you. The Perseids meteor shower occurs this month and is symbolic of transformation and illumination that may inspire personal reflection and growth. This is also the time to begin preparations for the upcoming ending cycle.

SEPTEMBER: The energies surround the ending of a cycle and preparing for the new one as the season changes. It is a time for conscious awareness of the lessons learned, the release of what no longer serves and acceptance of the growth achieved. Labor Day is representative of energetic traits such as protection, fairness, gratitude, worth and acknowledgement. The full and new moons are a time to cleanse with the full Corn moon being a time for setting intentions/goals and the new moon a time for releasing that which no longer serves you. The energies surrounding Patriot Day are mixed as the events of that day are remembered and those lost are honored. These are solemn energies that coincide with the uplifting energies of togetherness and release. Eclipses have an energetic influence for reflection, transformation and growth. The 9/9 portal/gateway is an influx of energy ushered in at the ending of a cycle and intentions being set for potentials in the new one. Traits carried in this energy are transformation, alignment, higher consciousness, release, reflection, growth and manifestation. The autumn equinox continues the influx of energies for transformation, reassessment and release. It also carries energies for potential compromise.

OCTOBER: This month may be seen as a one of monsters and fright as many associate the entire month with Halloween. It is a time when vampires, skeletons, witches and ghouls are used as decorations in yards. It is a time when the doors of haunted houses are opened in towns. It is a time when horror movies are watched in homes. It is a time when candy is stocked up on in preparation for the night of trick or treat. This is understandable, however, October 31st is the finale in this energetic month. Energies associated with mysticism, spirits, Divine messaging, release, awareness and reflection may be experienced. The energetic affects include inner work, higher dimensional upgrades, realignments, downloads, activations and release. The 10/10 Gateway is an energy influx resonating with ascension, transformation and new beginnings. The Arcturus Gateway is an influx of energy associated with higher dimensional upgrades, downloads and activations. The full and new moons are a time to cleanse with the full Hunter’s moon being a time for setting intentions/goals and the new moon a time for releasing that which no longer serves you. The Draconids and Orionids meteor showers occurs this month and are symbolic of transformation and illumination that may inspire personal reflection and growth. Halloween or All Hallows Eve is the Samhain Energy Portal. You have probably heard the phrase, “thinning of the veil” which is used to describe what occurs on this night. This is a night when access through the barrier (veil) between the spiritual and physical worlds is made easier. This thinner barrier can also represent the transparency available for clearer sight. Energetic connections can be made for gaining insight, guidance, confirmation, direction, messages, etc. as well as manifesting. It is important to be and remain grounded during this energetic time.

NOVEMBER: A time of transition as the season changes. The transitional energy may feel heartening or dispiriting as winter approaches. It is a time for recognizing the blessings received and being grateful for them all, big and small. Energies associated with release, harmony, self, revitalization and gratitude may be experienced. The end of daylight savings time marks a major adjustment to be made as we are moving from longer days to longer nights. It doesn’t matter how many times it has been experienced, some sort of adjustment is needed physically and mentally. The increasing darkness leans to the negative as most embrace the revitalizing energy of the sun with its light and warmth while disregarding the renewing energy of the moon with its glow and coolness. Strive to gain an energetic positivity for this part of the cycle by reevaluating its perceived negativity. The full and new moons are a time to cleanse with the full Beaver moon being a time for setting intentions/goals and the new moon a time for releasing that which no longer serves you. The 11/11 energy portal is a significant energy event. It is an energetic wake up call providing an opportunity for spiritual awakening (activation), self reflection, self evaluation, spiritual growth and spiritual alignment which leads to the allowance of personal transformation, growth and insight. The energy of this portal reminds that all is connected. Energetic traits of the number 11 are amplified x2… enlightenment, intuition, inspiration and revelation to name a few. It is important to be consciously aware and grounded through this energetic event. The Leonids meteor shower occurs this month and is symbolic of transformation and illumination that may inspire personal reflection and growth. Thanksgiving, though it may not seem to be an energetic event, is one. It is a holiday based on a powerful energy and that energy is gratitude. It is on this day in millions of homes that giving thanks takes center stage. This recognition and expressed gratitude of one’s blessings, big or small, provides a profound energetic boost. Make it every day not just on this day.

DECEMBER: The mixed energies may create uneasiness. It may feel like being a yo-yo on a string. From irritability, grumpiness and annoyance to calm, happiness and unbothered. Energies associated with faith, trust, knowledge, cleansing, release, insight, healing and hope may be experienced preparing for the new year. The full and new moons are a time to cleanse with the full Cold moon being a time for setting intentions/goals and the new moon a time for releasing that which no longer serves you. The 12/12 energy portal is a significant energy event. It is a cleansing energy influx. This energy aids the process of “out with the old”. That is, the release of that which no longer serves you or is working for you. What are your dreams? It is also a time for manifesting them. Be prepared by knowing what it is you want to manifest. This portal marks the completion of a spiritual cycle and the energy encourages unity. Alignments of energies having potential for personal and spiritual growth allow for personal transformation, growth and insight. In preparation for the new year and the resolutions that are made at the end of the month, the energy helps with self reflection and self evaluation on lessons learned and growth all ready gained. Energy traits of the number 12 are amplified x2… new beginnings, diplomacy, relationships, faith, and trust. Others are growth, transformation, reflection, alignment and insight. Winter Solstice marks the longest night of the year. No matter how many solstices have been experienced, an adjustment is needed physically and mentally to it. With the increased darkness you may find yourself feeling negatively to the change of the season. The revitalizing energy of the sun with its light and warmth are missed as the renewing energy of the moon with its glow and coolness are ignored. Take time to recharge and energize. Take time to release and heal. Take time to realize your potential and passions. Embrace hope. All by going within… through self reflection. The Geminids meteor shower occurs this month and is symbolic of transformation and illumination that may inspire personal reflection and growth. Christmas is a focal event in the month of December. This holiday encompasses the energy of giving and receiving. Remember that a balance between them needs to be strived for. It is a time of love, family and healing as well as remembrance and celebration. It is this day that the birth of Jesus Christ, the son of God, is celebrated.