Messages from the Linden Tree, for May 2022
We are now halfway through the second quarter of 2022. How are we doing so far? Has it been a bit of a rollercoaster? Or has it been smooth sailing.
My guess is: rollercoaster.
So many unexpected happenings around the world. Continued chaos, but with growing moments of joy and peace. The more we fight change, the more chaos we will see.
Rise above the need to control everything, and the chaos diminishes.
This doesn’t mean to accept what’s happening around you if it’s not in your best interest. This is about how you choose to respond to it. Will you respond in anger, or with compassion? Will you retaliate, or reconcile? Or will you remain neutral to it all?
Much of May’s energy is about going within to take a good look at what you need to work on. Yep, it’s time for some shadow work. I’m being told that for many of you, this will be challenging yet very (very!) satisfying – there are things that simply need a bit of closure & you will be done. The sense of accomplishment will be something to celebrate.
As always, be gentle with yourself. Remember that our shadow side is still part of us and deserves just as much love as the rest. It’s not an evil side, it is a wounded side. There is much to be learned by doing the inner work and embracing all of ourself. It can be cathartic, and help us move forward toward our dreams.
You might find the Messages from the Linden Tree companion journal helpful. Download the journal here.
For May, I am using the Elle Qui Oracle by Arwen Lynch-Poe, artwork by Mélanie Delon.
May overview: Isra – Escape, Dreams, Fantasy. A time of growth, when patience is needed to allow the world to catch up to you. To help keep the energy flowing and momentum up, spend time daydreaming and focusing on your dreams. Allow yourself the chance to feel your success, your accomplishments, your power. Focusing on this, rather than worries, will help you feel less anxious. Meditation is another viable alternative for keeping the energy moving forward. Consider these techniques as ways to feed your dreams, to help keep them alive and growing, even if the growth isn’t currently visible.
May 1-7, Perpetua Sadness, Solitude, Silent, Withdraw. Solitude does not equal loneliness. Now is the time for solitude. Go within, open your eyes, see what needs your attention. Silence does not equal acceptance. Withdraw into yourself to figure things out and to heal. Do not be sad for what didn’t happen, instead, focus on where you are and start implementing change.
May 8-14, Nemesis Revenge, Outcomes, Justice. “Success is the best revenge.” This is a favorite quote because it’s true. Your hard work is paying off, and your success is showing. This builds momentum and becomes a beacon for more. Eventually, people will see the real you. It doesn’t matter if others feel you failed. It’s about you, creating your own success.
May 15-21, Primavera Launch, Actualize, Potential. Energy is shifting. It’s time to get moving with the plans you’ve been making. Success loves action, and when you act, more success follows. The potential for going far is there, waiting for your next move. Take one of your ideas, list steps to take, and then…do it! Perfection is not required to launch yourself into success.
May 22-28, Estefania Chains, Bondage, Release. You have been here before, when a mistake stopped you in your tracks and you gave up. Now you need to choose, to either stay where you are, chained to broken expectations. Or release the past, gain understanding, and move on. You are the Queen on the chessboard – you can go in any direction. Why not move forward.
May 29-31, Amalie Curiosity, Destiny, Search. Complacency gets you nowhere. Question everything! Curiosity is what drives us to explore and expand our horizons. It is what propels us into adventure where we can find (or create) our destiny. Always searching and discovering the new and uncharted potential inside ourselves. Where will you go? What will you do? Adventure awaits!
At first glance, May might seem a bit overwhelming, however, by shedding the constraints of the past and releasing stagnant energy, we are opening up so much potential for growth and abundance to come to us in the second half of the year.
What is waiting for you? Where will you go?
