Updates from Bonnie Koenig

This month's blog post introduces a simple intention inspired by a monthly card reading. The intention revolves around honouring your body and embracing rest to nurture peace, harmony, and joy within. The card reading highlights three key cards: the six of pentacles, the four of swords, and the six of wands. The six of pentacles emphasizes the power of giving and receiving, encouraging you to share your abundance with others and accept assistance when needed. The four of swords reminds you to prioritize rest and healing, emphasizing the importance of self-care and creating space for peacefulness. Finally, the six of wands encourages you to let your light shine brightly and celebrate your accomplishments, as they have the potential to positively impact both yourself and others. The post also includes prompts for self-reflection and positive affirmations to anchor in the message of the cards. 

This month's blog post offers a monthly intention inspired by a Christmas themed Tarot deck. The intention focuses on pursuing your passions and nurturing your personal happiness. The first card, the Ace of Canes, encourages you to seize moments of inspiration and turn them into action, nurturing your ideas with positive thoughts while silencing your inner critic. The second card, the Ace of Good Cheer, encourages you to follow your heart's desire and take action towards fulfilling your passions. The final card, the Star, validates your emotions, embraces your courage, and reminds you to focus on what you truly desire, visualizing your wishes coming true. The post also provides journaling prompts and tips for using intentions effectively. 

Celebrate the flavours of fall with a steaming bowl of roasted butternut squash soup. This recipe is not only delicious but also easy to make. Simply roast the butternut squash, then combine it with onions, carrots, celery, and a blend of aromatic seasonings. Puree the mixture until smooth and creamy, then finish it off with a splash of heavy cream. This soup is the perfect way to warm your soul and impress your taste buds (and friends) this season. So grab a bowl, cozy up by the fire, and enjoy the spirit of fall with every spoonful of this comforting soup.

In this blog post, we'll explore the incredible benefits of appreciation and how to incorporate gratitude into your daily life. Appreciation allows you to shift your focus from scarcity to abundance, bringing joy and a new perspective. By practicing gratitude, you start noticing the little things that make your heart happy and experience the magic of appreciation.

In this blog post, we explore the significance of fall and offer easy activities to help enhance your well-being during this transformative season. Fall symbolizes a period of transition and letting go, inviting you to embrace the changing colours, cooler weather, and shorter days. Connecting with nature is a powerful way to invite relaxation, whether through hiking in the beautiful autumn scenery or taking a nature walk to immerse yourself in the sights, sounds, and scents of the season. Diffusing essential oils like cinnamon, clove, ginger, and nutmeg can create a cozy atmosphere at home, while self-care rituals and nurturing the body and mind through gentle exercises and yoga nidra meditation help establish tranquility and release stress. Embracing the abundance of seasonal delights and incorporating gratitude into your relaxation practice uplifts the spirit and fosters a positive mindset.

In this seasonal blog post, the intention for this autumn season is about confidently taking action towards achieving your dreams. The card reading provides guidance and encouragement, inviting you to take bold action and pursue your dreams while remaining rational and focused. It also encourages releasing worries, shifting perspective, and embracing self-care, compassion, and nurturing moments. You're invited to write down the intention, saying it affirmatively, visualizing its fulfillment, and practicing Yoga Nidra meditation to support its manifestation. This blog post also offers a detailed card reading and prompts for contemplation. 

This month's intention is all about having the freedom to express yourself authentically, letting go of outdated rules and embracing the joy of being your true, fabulous self. Take a step back, evaluate your commitments, and make time for self-care and activities that bring you joy. Step out of the shadows and let your light shine brightly, inspiring others along the way. Follow your passions with enthusiasm and embark on a journey of self-discovery and personal fulfillment. Find a balance between responsibilities and self-care, and embrace the Empress within you, recognizing your own worthiness and the abundance already present in your life. Release any obstacles and welcome limitless possibilities!

In this hilarious and relatable blog post, we explore the telltale signs that indicate it's time for busy moms to start meditating, specifically through the practice of Yoga Nidra. From wearing yoga pants as a daily uniform to losing track of rooms in your own home, these signs serve as a humorous reminder that moms need to prioritize self-care. Yoga Nidra, a guided meditation practice, offers a chance for moms to reclaim "me time," reduce stress, improve sleep quality, boost creativity, enhance self-awareness, and improve focus and clarity. So, fellow supermoms, it's time to give yourself the gift of meditation and watch your superpowers soar to new heights!

This month's intention is all about diligence, taking action towards your desires, letting go of what no longer serves you, and focusing on what you want to attract into your life.  You are encouraged to prioritize what is important to you and to reflect on how you are working towards your own desires. You're invited to take inspired action and follow your passions. You may also want to take inventory and see if you need to let go of something that is holding you back. Finally, you're being reminded to focus on what you want and believe that your wishes can come true. Reflecting on these questions can help guide you on your journey: What are you diligently working towards? Is there something you are ready to walk away from? What lights you up inside? If you could wish upon a star, what would you wish for?

Welcome to my monthly blog post where I create a simple intention based on a monthly card reading!  If this intention resonates with you, fe