Friday Five: Earthly Inspirations
Welcome to Taurus season, the tenacious Earth sign symbolized by the bull reminding us to be headstrong in the ways that contribute to our personal growth and grounding.
Keep reading for 5 ways to thrive this Taurus season.
Positive Brain Reps
Just like we drill reps to grow our muscles, we can repeat constructive messages to strengthen positive beliefs about ourselves and our experiences. Repeat these simple, but powerful affirmations in the mirror, in the morning or anytime that you need a little self-love moment.
I am worthy, I am important
I am strong, I am supported
I have unique talents and gifts to share with my community
Listen to this empowering tune for more inspiration.
2. Flex
Our bodies operate like intuitive machines, well-oiled when physically challenged. Exercise improves cardiovascular health, strengthens bones and muscles and reduces stress and anxiety. Raising our heart rate also has sexual health benefits like pelvic floor wellness and increased sexual function for both men and women.
3. Bloom
Spring flowers remind us of the beauty that flourishes from patient cocooning. Get focused on your projects so they can bloom! Whether business or pleasure, buckle down with a plan for action so you can enjoy a ravishing ride this summer. Apps like Milanote and Mint are helpful for creativity collaboration and financial planning.
If you are based in the Southern Hemisphere, prepare for the coming winter by planning how you will utilize this time of rest and restoration. Soak in as much sunshine as you can!
4. Relationship Check-in
Tauruses are infamously known for being stubborn, but on the positive side, knowing yourself and sticking by your boundaries and personal beliefs can be oh-so attractive! This is a great time to have a relationship check-in with your friends and partner(s). Check-ins are healthy, especially in intimate partnerships, so initiate a monthly or even weekly routine.
Below are simple questions from Practical Intimacy to start the conversation:
What’s something that’s really working in our relationship?
What’s something that we want to focus on to help our relationship thrive?
Is there anything from the last week / month that feels unresolved?
Do we feel supported? Is there anything we can do to better support each other?
How do we feel personally? Do we feel like we’re living aligned as the people we want to be?
5. Keep Creating
Make time for daily hands-on creativity—whether writing, throwing clay or practicing an instrument. Making art for the sake of itself with no pressure attached is extremely grounding for the soul.
