Every month the collective moves through one of the 9 repeating stages of development consciousness cycles through for expansion and growth. Last month we cycled through phase #1, the stage of beginnings, high energy, second chances, intentions and welcoming new experiences. This month we are cycling through phase #2, the stage of slowing down, inner progression, sensitivity, reflection and one on one interactions. The collective is entering into a time of rest, restoration and relaxation. September brought forth external progression where taking action and making moves was necessary, and October will be a shift towards internal progression such as looking within, paying attention to how personal actions affect others and making intentional time for healing parts of the physical body needing attention. This is no time to rush along your path, but rather a time to slow down your steps to notice the flowers, your feelings and the small miracles around you and within you.

This slowing down period is meant to balance out the high energy of last month’s cycle. It would be helpful to not resist the need or feeling to take a break, rest and take your time completing tasks and projects during this time. This won’t be a month for seeing results, and is meant to serve as an opportunity for inner advancement and greater personal awareness. Activities, goals and projects could take longer to develop during October, however, don’t let that discourage you from staying focused on your path and the goals you are working towards. Cycle 2 gives opportunities to practice patience, discernment, tact and diplomacy. It can be helpful during this cycle to pause before making important decisions and when responding to others. When you lose conscious effort in these areas, hurt feelings can be the result, whether intentional or accidental. 

October will likely bring out a more sensitive nature within the collective, bringing feelings, thoughts and needs to the forefront. These areas this month cannot be ignored, but rather need nurturing, attention, embrace and acceptance. During Cycle 2, you can feel more sensitive to what others say, how you’re treated and the thoughts you keep, while at the same time there could be others around you who are more sensitive to what you say to others, how you treat them and the thoughts others have about you. It’s best to practice meeting these tender moments with curiosity rather than assumption, calmness rather than quickness, and compassion rather than judgement. There will be much opportunity to learn how to be a better listener, and to cultivate the balance needed in relationships when it comes to hurt and repair. One on one interactions will be of high importance and an area of life that cannot be avoided. Lead with your heart, be cautious with how you choose to use your words, and share with kindness this month. 

The collective is encouraged to have realizations, reflections and greater awareness during this cycle. This could be felt as deja vu, ah ha moments, pattern recognition, exploring old wounds with greater understanding, or a shift in mindset. Some of the main themes will be learning, advancing, growing and expansion. Take time to journal, reflect in a peaceful environment, tune into your feelings, let go of heavy emotions weighing you down and try getting to know yourself deeper than before. Meditating, going for walks, being in nature and practicing self-care are all greatly supported and encouraged in this cycle. Put down the busy schedule, set aside the loud thoughts, let go of distractions and spend intentional time listening to your body, tending to your emotional needs and cleaning out your current mindset. And if you find yourself in a situation where someone close is needing your support, listening with compassion will take you further than passing judgment and attempting to fix their feelings. Cycle 2 shows there is plenty of room for your feelings, your needs and the feelings and needs of others too. Be kind and show love.

The Summary for Month

What to focus on: introspection, reflection, compassion, slowing down, calm, relaxation, restoration, inner progression, personal growth, listening, tending to needs, diplomacy, tact, discernment, patience, relationship skills, one-on-one dynamics, journaling, being in nature, expansion, kindness, self-care, supporting others, sensitivities, old wounds, pattern recognition, realizations, shifts in mindset, honoring feelings, balance.

What not to focus on: completing large goals, speaking too fast, over working, neglecting self, less rest, quick progress, external focus, busy schedule, stuck in old ways, denial, blame, sharp tongue, out of balance, fix feelings, frustrations, impatience, skipping steps, shortcuts, eagerness, quick decisions, impulsiveness, grudges, revenge.