Venus: Roman goddess of love, sexuality, sensuality, beauty and self-love
February is the month for love, lovers and self-love, and so we celebrate the goddess Venus. Venus is a creative and procreative goddess, loving and sexy, so impressive a planet was named after her! There is always space for more love in our lives, but to access it, we must first love ourselves. When you give yourself the love you desire, the Universe will match it. Think about that the next time you are critical of your thighs, or sabotage a relationship or give up on a project. You cannot think little of yourself and expect to attract a lovers or friendships that cause you to feel good. Give yourself love, care, encouragement and acceptance, and you will open the door which allows others to give you more of same. In the game of love, goddess, it all begins with you.
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Audio 1: Introduction |
| Audio 2: Affirmation |
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| Audio 3: Meditation |
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Inviting Venus into the “Modern-day Goddess” world
Action: Begin to notice what fuels your passion, ignites your spirit, and makes your soul sing, then bring more of those things into your life. Remember, like attracts like, so as you give to yourself, so shall you receive. Is it adventure that ignites you? Plan one and step fearlessly into it. Adventure can be found in your own backyard, if you seek it. Is it romance that fuels your passion? Treat yourself to roses and a negligee or a night at the ballet. Why wait for someone else to romance you when you can romance yourself?
Do you crave a deep and committed love? Then love yourself as you are in this moment, so that others can, too. Nurture your body, commit to doing something that makes you feel wonderful, appreciate your unique beauty, smile at your reflection in a mirror, do something for someone else to uplift them and notice how that makes you feel. How does one begin to love themselves if they presently do not?
As the goddess Nike would say, “Just do it’!
Affirmation: (Audio Above) I offer the love, compassion and kindness to others that I deserve and joyfully accept for myself. I am loved and I am loving.
Meditation: (Audio Above) First, find a comfortable place that envelopes and caresses your body. Close your eyes and take several slow, deep breaths, until you feel yourself relax.
Next, image yourself draped in soft, sheer, shimmering fabric, surrounded by roses. Light shines down from the heavens, warming your skin, penetrating your body, and filling your heart with a pulsing love. Feel the love beat in your heart. Your skin glows; you are an ageless, golden, perfect reflection of the goddess Venus.
See yourself surrounded by people who are admiring and encouraging you, people who are nurturing and loving towards you. One is brushing your hair; another is rubbing your feet. You feel their love. You are grateful for it, and you return it from the depths of your heart. You feel peaceful and joyful, knowing that love is all there is, and that you are the embodiment of that love.