i see myself.

As we welcome in this new season, I always struggle to let go of summer—especially because it's still hot here in SoCal. We lovingly call this time of year "locals summer" because the weather doesn't quite match how we're feeling inside. Nature is asking us to move into a new season while everything around us still feels the same.

That disconnect feels a lot like this Aries Full Moon.

Unanswered messages.

Unfinished conversations.

Blurred lines between what's “right” and what's simply your perception as “wrong”.

Moments of crystal-clear clarity followed by waves of uncertainty.

Aries is bold, passionate, and instinctive—but one of its greatest lessons is learning the difference between reacting and responding.

We live in a world built on external validation. It's easy to let other people's opinions become the mirror we look into.

But the truth is...

To truly be seen, you have to see yourself first.

What other people think of you isn't yours to carry.

Your emotions are temporary. Feel them. Process them. Let them move through you. Then get back to business.

Don't let a passing emotion become a permanent detour.

Shift your energy toward where you are instead of feeding what frustrates you.

There will always be frustrations, but there will also always be beauty in seeing things through.

Your job isn't to control every circumstance—it's to stay present enough to move through it without letting your emotions steer the wheel.

Resist the urge to react.

Sit with it.

Sit with it.

Sit with it.

Respond only when you can do so with clarity and kindness.

Until then, silence is often the wisest response.

We throw around the word terrible when, more often than not, nothing terrible is actually happening.

What's uncomfortable are our feelings about what's happening.

And feelings are not a permanent state.

Stop reacting to the reactions of others.

Not everyone needs access to every thought that enters your mind.

Not every injustice requires your response.

Sometimes the most powerful thing you can do is communicate with intention instead of impulse.

Aries teaches courage—but courage isn't always loud.

Sometimes courage is choosing peace.

Sometimes courage is choosing yourself.

Sometimes courage is walking away instead of proving your point.

With so many planets asking us to revisit, reflect, and slow down, this isn't the time to force answers or rush decisions. It's a time to notice what's coming up, trust what you're learning, and move forward with greater intention.

The seemingly small pieces that are falling into place now are cultivating what’s to come.

Recognize that what you are building has never been done before and it’s going to take time.

Pause if you must.

But don't unpack there.

Pick yourself back up and keep moving.

Take a moment to find your joy so that you can operate from a place of joy.

And every time you feel unseen, remind yourself:

I see myself.

Happy Aries Full Moon. 🤍

From my heart to yours,

Maja Re

JOURNAL PROMPTS:

1. Where and why am I reacting from emotion instead of responding from intention?

2. Where have I been seeking validation from others instead of giving it to myself?

3. What frustration am I ready to release so I can move forward with more peace?

CRYSTAL PARINGS:

Green Aventurine // When frustrations arise, Green Aventurine helps shift your focus from what's blocking you to what's possible. It supports resilience, optimism, and choosing peace over proving a point.

Carnelian // Aries is ruled by Mars, making Carnelian a beautiful match for this Full Moon. It encourages confidence, creative action, and trusting yourself enough to move forward without needing outside validation.

Moonstone // Moonstone softens impulsive energy, helping you honor your emotions without letting them make your decisions. It's a reminder that sensitivity and strength can exist together.