The High Priestess symbolizes the sacred heart of nature; the eternal wisdom of the matrix, that creates this world.  She is the holder of the secrets, attached to the Akashic Records, or the library of all things, of all times. She is the guardian of the silence, prayers, and  whispers of the heavens; the internal worlds that inhabit our souls.  She is the keeper  of the veil of reality, as she pierces, and suggests for us to do the same, to find our sacredness inside of our hearts, and be guided by that mysterious essence of love.  She awakens us from the spell of the Magician, bringing us deep into the initiation of the sacred feminine, the power of creative gestation.   

          So this month, we are fully going deeper into the reigns of the Sacred High Priestess.  We will be influenced with greater vision, creativity, and incredible revelations if we dare go inwards.  The High Priestess is guiding us to listen to our inner voice, the love that is in our hearts, and to contemplate our life, so that we can gain clarity of intention.  It is not yet about action, but rather a contemplation of what makes our heart full.   What brings us warmth from within, what makes us feel honorable, aligned with our highest expression, and in a generous mood?  Who are the friends and people that enliven us by their presence, and make us drop into our hearts? Are we doing things with heart and soul, or are we in the superficial motion of it all?   The High priestess wants to guide us towards our sacred life, and to make sure we nourish our souls.

          The month of February was known as a difficult month as it was a time of the coldest weather, and the food had usually run out.  It was a time of fasting and staying warm, remaining slow, and meditative.  It was a time to go within, and really evaluate what we were looking forwards to in the Spring.  How did we want to act in the year to come?  Our western civilization celebrates the new year in the middle of nature cycles, where as nature births it’s new year near March 21st for the Spring Equinox.  This is truly how our subconscious is wired.  The month of February is for going deep into our inner world, and for focusing deeply on what is sacred to us.

          It’s a month to be family oriented, to spend time doing things we love, with people we love.  It is a time to be playful with nature, with the snow of the North, or the summer of the South. It is time  to allow our hearts to expand, and laugh out loud.  It’s a time to enjoy nature and its wonder.  Whether in the snowy mountains or on a beach, this time is for relaxing and creating room to do some internal maintenance. Check in with your guides, have a little board meeting to see if you’re on track with your soul’s mission.

          There is an aspect of the High Priestess that is connected to vision.  She has visionary powers, seeing in the dark or where  others have not yet seen. There is a prophetic aspect about the High Priestess.  You may awaken your own psychic powers to see things from a different perspective, or perhaps see a vision in your dreams; or allow yourself to envision your year, if not your future, as you may get a glimpse.  This is a moment where you can have certain revelations about yourself, about your entourage, and even the world.  It is often a time to recalibrate and assess your own discernments, and review your acquaintances.  It is a wonderful time to really evaluate what, and who, is working for your life.  

          In the  negative aspect, there can be a lot of judgment that is clouting your vision. Perhaps there is a pessimistic undertone to your mood that comes from being tired, cold, and bored.  There is something brewing inside, and yet it’s not clear, so we can get frustrated, and judge our situation harsher then it really is. When the High Priestess closes her heart, she can be vicious and mean.  There is a part of ourselves that wants to criticize for improvement, but if it gets too personal and the inner critique awakens within, we can unleash our insecurities.  There can be a lot of suffering about not being perfect, not being sacred enough, nor being worthy, among many other criticism which come to the surface. There can be a suffocating amount of mental analysis and activity that can keep us going in circles in our heads, as we paralyze ourselves from taking action.   Though it is a month of contemplation and gestating new ideas, there is also a need to go out and be inspired by nature.  Get out of your head, and go for a walk outside.   Breathe in the sacred prana from the air.  Get inspired and inspirited.

         It is a real month of going deeper into meaningful connections, deeper into sentiments and sensuality, as well as envisioning your life through your highest perspective.  What is it you are here for, and how are you moving yourself towards attaining that vision? It is a time of nurturing, and maybe even changing your habits, your diet, and your relationship to your own body.  Our bodies are the temples our soul inhabits during this lifetime.  It is for us to nurture its uniqueness, and learn to love ourselves as we are.

         This month, all spiritual, self-improvement, and relationship issues are being highlighted.  The month is all about the heart, love, and our deeper bonds.   It is a time to do spiritual work, start or deepen your meditation practice.  Perhaps it’s a time to have a ceremony, either during the new moon, or full moon.  

         In a way, to conclude, the High Priestess is asking us to learn to live with our heart, and to remain grounded in nature, rather than the Illusions of the Magician, that may have brought in some incredible new ideas and magic.  The High Priestess asks us to enter the sacred within, the divine essence of spirit.  She guides us to wander into the spiritual domains that enliven our heartfelt nature, our innocence, and our sense of wonder.

Enjoy your Month of February – and let the sacred heart reign your life!