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Self Care by the Moon

By: Valerie Tejeda
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Greater calm and well-being await with this soothing self-care practice that’s as easy as looking up at the night sky. 

As our ancestors knew, being guided by the phases of the moon can lead us to a sense of peace, harmony and connectedness to the universe. In this uplifting production, learn how to bring this ancient mystical practice to your own life to soothe your spirit from modern-day stresses.

As renowned astrology writer Valerie Tejeda explains, each lunar phase is a cosmic guide for rebalancing our energies and attuning to our deepest needs. The unique power of each phase offers new opportunities for self-care, so we can refill ourselves when we feel depleted. Don’t miss this powerful invitation to reconnect with the unseen forces all around us - and with our own most vital needs.

©2021 Valerie Tejeda (P)2021 Audible Originals, LLC.

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Why should you listen to this story now?
"So many people move through life putting their needs on the back burner, not making the time to take care of themselves or even believing they are worthy to do so. You might’ve heard of the term 'self-care.' It’s a big buzzword these days, but self-care is so much more than a hashtag on social media or a one-and-done day at a spa. At its core it’s about prioritizing ourselves, loving and respecting ourselves, and giving ourselves permission to put our needs first. Self-care is not an indulgence; it’s essential for our well-being. And the good news is there’s an ancient practice that can help us stay on top of our self-care—attuning to the moon’s cycle. When we align with the lunar phases and home in on the energy that each phase represents, it can act as a cosmic guide for self-care and give our practice an extra dose of magic. Just like the moon, our lives also wax and wane. But with self-care we are reclaiming our power and reminding ourselves that we are always allowed to have our peace." –- Valerie Tejeda, writer and performer of Self Care by the Moon

About the Creator and Performer

Valerie Tejeda is an author of fiction and nonfiction, an internationally published journalist, and an astrology writer and creator of the pop astrology digital brand Big Cosmic Energy. Her work has been published in Self Magazine, Vanity Fair, MTV, Teen Vogue, Marie Claire, Cosmopolitan, Huffington Post, Latina, et al, and she’s had multiple articles cited in scholarly journals, including Oxford University Press. Valerie has a BA in psychology and certificates in astrology and music therapy. She is the author of the young adult urban fantasy, Hollywood Witch Hunter. Valerie is a Californian who loves iced coffee, palm trees, and asking people, "When’s your birthday?" when she first meets them.

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Great Book

Loved this book. So much good information. I totally recommend this if you are into moon cycles.

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Wonderful

An easy listen full of valuable and inspiring information. It is both informative, thought provoking and motivational. Definitely puts anyone on an improved path to self care

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I need another round to understand fully

I think I felt peace to listen to her voice. It’s soothing and calming. Content about moon is something I have seen my people follow and practice, still this is new to know about and empower the self.

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Great Book

The narrated of the book keep me focus and amusing. It has brought to my interests to self care by the moon and it's phases. Thank you

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Insightful

This book provided great insight into moon phases and how to utilize them to enhance our self care practices.

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One of those reads that can benefit everyone

There's a lot of self-care practices in "Self Care by the Moon" that work something like a proverb, where the longer you practice them the more you get out of them. They work well for beginners who have never heard of or tried any meditations at all, and they work well for seasoned yogis too. Ultimately, the self-care practices found in these pages have ancient roots with modern dressings; most of them are backed by modern science in one form or fashion as well.

What I found most unique about "Self Care by the Moon" was the lunar lens through which these meditations and self-care practices are viewed. But more importantly, I appreciated the overarching message of empowerment and encouragement.

The age of science has brought us a seemingly unending string of technological marvels, and also ever-increasing levels of complexity. The world we now inhabit can at times be difficult to navigate and quite overwhelming. Books like "Self Care by the Moon" help to remind us it's okay... in fact it's even GOOD... to press pause on life and focus on taking care of ourselves.

Why? The author puts it well: "You can't pour from an empty cup."

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A beautiful listen about lunar living

This was such a great introduction to living by the lunar cycle with self-care! My only thing is I wish I could save these meditations to a playlist because they are so good and relaxing. I could listen to Valerie read and lead meditations all day! I hear there is a second book coming next year and I will be listening.

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PERFECT Guide to self-care connectedness

I’ve always longed for some kind of deeper connection with the moon but didn’t know where to start. Many other books were either over or underwhelming. This one hit the spot! Excellent explanation of the moon phases and examples of how to relate self care practices to that specific phase. I can’t wait to get started!

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Beautiful! What a great way to start a new season🙏🏽

I bought this book for a cozy fall read and it was exactly that. Very calming with lots of great information on lunar cycles and moon astrology. What I loved the most was being reminded to take care myself. I needed that. Thank you Valerie Tejeda for the inspiration!

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Informative and strange

I learned a lot about moon. Honestly, I don't think about this practice is something mistical or spiritual. But this is a good way to create a monthly self care ritual.

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