Valerie Merritt

The inner child holds the keys to our deepest feelings, creativity, and sense of wonder. When life’s challenges weigh heavily, reconnecting with this part of ourselves can bring healing and joy. The current astrological alignments of Venus sextile Jupiter and Mars conjunct Neptune offer a unique opportunity to nurture this inner child through ritual and intention. These planetary aspects encourage emotional growth, compassion, and imaginative exploration, creating a fertile ground for inner...

The full moon on April 1st at 10:12pm EDT in Libra invites a moment of clarity and alignment. This lunar phase often reveals what has been hidden, bringing revelations and clarity. The Libra full moon highlights the delicate balance between personal desires and the compromises needed in relationships. It asks us to reflect on how we support ourselves while engaging with others. This ritual explores how to harness this energy through mindful steps that honor both your personal empowerment and...

The arrival of the Spring Equinox following the New Moon in Pisces offers a unique moment to release the heaviness of the past weeks, perhaps specific to your individual experience or perhaps a collective heaviness. This is a time for the final dissolve of what you could not reconcile on your own or what force would not touch. With that surrender into release, you can allow a fresh perspective. This ritual invites you to work with water, a powerful element for dissolving old patterns, and...