Monthly Reset Vibes (October 2023): gettin’ in the spooky spirit, tarot of the month, and astrology transits

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STEPS TO RESETTING YOUR LIFE EACH MONTH…

1. Reflect on Previous month

2. Create a new Playlist + Vision Board

3. Look at the month ahead

4. Tarot Card of the Month

5. Astrology + Energy Forecast

REFLECTION (SEPTEMBER)

IDK about you, but September felt like a whirlwind of so many things going on! I had an incredible month, filled with celebrating love (2 weddings!) and making memories with those I care about most. I also know when I have a lot of social and travel time planned, I need to make extra space and time for myself so that I don’t get overwhelmed. I’m SO grateful I’m finally learning how to do that and set boundaries that keep me from being anxious and bitchy (let’s be real).

Here are a few examples of what has been a HUGE help:

• Taking an extra day off work to recover from weekend travel, giving me space to rest and prepare for the week

• Sticking to my 5:30 AM alarm during the week so I have plenty of time to journal (emptying my mind + emotions) and the ability to stay consistent with the gym (3x to 4x a week)

• Managing social time, meaning I only said yes to invites that I knew I’d 100% have energy for and taking a couple days in-between social plans

At the start of the month, I was already a couple weeks into getting comfortable with my new early AM routine. During the week I’ve committed to waking up at 5:30 AM in an effort to jump start my motivation + energy. Sounds counter-intuitive I know, but it really has built a lot of confidence in my own ability to follow-through with challenging goals, because believe me…I was not a morning gal before. I’ve spent most of my adult years, snoozing my alarm on repeat and feeling ‘behind’ before I had even started my day. I was so over feeling rushed, behind, and overwhelmed. Honey let me tell you…having 4 whole extra hours in the mornings before work has been a literal GIFT that I’m so grateful for and it’s something I look forward to each day.

TAROT CARD OF THE MONTH

• At the beginning of this year I pulled The High Priestess to represent the theme of September 2023. This card is all about intuition, spirituality, and going to new depths with understanding yourself.

• This definitely resonated with me this month as I changed up my routine to get out of habits that were holding me back. Writing 3 pages first thing in the morning also has been helping me explore my feelings in a deeper, non-judgmental way. Also being patient with myself as I figure out what is my inner voice and what is fear… still working on that.

HIGHS

• My best friend, Britt, and Craig’s Wedding in Maryland! I got to connect with my NY friend crew :’-)

• Lunch with my friend Kate’s Mom Charlene and Aunt Debbie (yes, this Kate!)

• Finalizing my brand logo and podcast logo!

• Creating a workflow for scheduling time to record with Podcast Guests (Calendly + Automated Emails)

• Traveling to Michigan for Dan’s Sister’s Wedding (congrats Paige + Dakota!)

• Golfing and Tailgating at the Lion’s game in Detroit (I’m officially a Tailgater now…it was EPIC!)

• Staying consistent with my 3 morning pages everyday, and waking up at 5:30 AM during the week

• Celebrating Pepper’s 3rd birthday at Wag Dog Bar with Hil and Leo <3

• Creating a new vibe in the office/podcast studio

• Visiting my Paw + Dad in Georgia

• Making this comforting recipe (it was good AF!) and catching up with Hil

LOWS

• My Paw’s health isn’t too great at the moment, but thankful I got to visit him

• Had a lot of expenses this month, luckily I had some saved up to cover most of it and have been able to pay off my credit card within the month

• Having to leave Peppy for a couple of weekends while I was traveling

LESSONS

• Sometimes the antidote to feeling discouraged is to see it as an opportunity to do things differently and experience a different perspective

• Connecting with people that we love and care about (and care about us) is vital to our health and well-being

• Create plenty of time and space for rest and getting in touch with your body, mind, + soul

MEMORIES

playlist + vision board (OCTOBER)

Check out the Playlist here….

Check out the Vision Board here…. I love to combine seasonally aesthetic elements with things I’d like to ‘manifest’ that month

90s Soft Grunge, Halloween Inspo, Cozy Cravings…

A LOOK AT THE MONTH AHEAD (OCTOBER)

This month I want to feel…..connected, confident, the brisk air, the comfort of a crock pot dinner, spooky-witchy full moon vibes

Emojis to represent my month…… 🎃🍂☕️🕸📓🍝 🔮🍷🌙

Big 3 Goals for the month:

1. Share details about my life coach services + process to create awareness and excitement

2. Record a new podcast episode with a badass friend!

3. Hike + Picnic with girlfriends

WEEK 1

• Celebrating Dan’s birthday

• Self-Care Day / Celebration of life Day for my Mom

• Share details about life coaching services online

• Record a new pod episode

WEEK 2

• Hike with gfs

WEEK 3

• Day off work!

WEEK 4

• Celebrating Dad’s birthday

WEEK 5

• Happy Halloween!

TAROT CARD OF THE MONTH (October)

• The Magician is the card I pulled for this month, this is such a vibe-y card to get for the month of October! It’s giving witchy, it’s giving manifestation, it’s giving desire, and it’s also giving sharing your skills with others.

• “Create your inner world, and your outer world will follow”

astrology + energy forecast (October)

These are just the highlights — find all transits here.

Oct 04 — Mercury enters Libra

The planet of Communication moves into Libra the sign related to love and beauty. Tap into what makes you charming, find your diplomatic side, and build those connections. 

Oct 08 — Venus enters Virgo

The planet of love and beauty enters Virgo, the sign related to personal well-being. Venus in Leo had us splurging on the glam, but Venus in Virgo will have us cranking up the self-care and making decisions that make us feel hot both inside and out. 

Oct 10 — Pluto goes direct in Capricorn

The planet of transformation goes direct Capricorn, the sign related to commitment. This is the last time Pluto will be direct in Cap for a while... so as we soak up the rest of this energy before it moves into another sign, we reflect on what we've learned over the last decade and how we can integrate those lessons in our next era.

Oct 11 — Mars enters Scorpio

The planet of action and bravery enters Scorpio, the sign of transformation. Things are about to get steamy and deep. The next 6 weeks, we'll welcome a slow burn of experiencing new passions and exploring the deepest depths of our desires. 

Oct 14 — New moon solar eclipse in Libra

New moons represent the beginning of a new cycle, Solar eclipses represent transformations. These will be happening in Libra, the sign of love, beauty, and balance. Nows your chance to strike the balance you've been missing within your relationships, and bring a little understanding and love into the mix. 

*Find out which house Libra is in within your birth chart to get an idea of where this transformation and change will take place. 

Oct 17 — Juno enters Virgo

Th asteroid of marriage enters Virgo, the sign that represents support for others. We may expect a lot out of our partner, but if we can focus on all the ways they support and care for us we'll be able to create more harmony. Keep in mind if effort is consistently inconsistent, you gotta be real with yourself and figure out how to best move forward. 

Oct 21 — Mercury enters Scorpio

The planet of communication and information enters Scorpio, the sign that represents mysteries and death. Over the next 2 weeks, expect conversations to get deeper and more intense. 

Oct 23 — Sun enters Scorpio

The planet of individuality and self enters Scorpio, the sign of transformation, death, and mysteries.  We tap into all 6 of our senses, and are easily lured by everything dark and other worldly. Our passions can either make us or break us, and we're delighted by everything goth, grunge, and emo. 

Oct 28 — Full moon lunar eclipse in Taurus

Full moons symbolize completion and release, Lunar Eclipses reveal our emotions and subconscious behaviors. Taurus represents love and resources.  What needs to be released? What emotions and ways of being are you holding onto? We may cling to what we know, but moving forward is how we heal and grow. 

Oct 28 — Mercury in Scorpio opposition Jupiter in Taurus

Mercury the planet of communication in Scorpio, the sign of transformation is in conflict or opposition to Jupiter, the planet of growth in Taurus, the sign of resources and love. Developing your big picture plans through communication and steady action, but be careful not to take on too much and it's ok to question your previous plans or ways of thinking. 

Oct 31 — Venus in Virgo trine Uranus in Taurus

The planet of love and relationships in Virgo, the sign of wellness will be in harmony with Uranus, the planet of Individuality in Taurus, the sign of love and beauty. You'll be surprising your closest connections with a shift in the way you relate with them. This is a wonderful day for getting along with those you love most all while being true to yourself. Happy Halloween! 

ENJOY YOUR OCTOBER BOO!!

<3 Sending love + good vibes,

Mal