Transformation, Sisterhood & the Work of the Soul

🌸 Sisterhood Awakens

I have had the most extraordinary experiences with spiritual sisterhood. My first women’s circle was in Philadelphia in 2004-ish. My beeloved 🐝 Reiki teacher, Kathy Harner, invited me to my very first feminine empowering drumming circle in the most glorious full moon. I recall going to T J Maxx for a regular shopping trip the day of the circle and found a small African style drum. I was SO excited to bring the little drum to the circle that evening.

🔥 Sacred Smudge & Ancient Medicine

I recall entering a yoga studio type of space. We were purified before entering the sacred space with sage. In the Middle Ages in many cultures and countries, smudging with different plant medicine like frankincense resin, myrrh, or copal resin was used to kill germs from the ill parishioners. The air was being purified and at the same time aromatherapy was activated. The limbic system, when exposed to these therapeutic smells via the nose, can shift stress, worry, and emotional upheaval. Plant medicine is a natural way to create a healing atmosphere in the body.

🌱 The Work of Inner Transformation

There was a line to receive the plant medicine as well as time for reflection and setting intention for the work ahead. Yes, I said work. If a person attends such an event with a pure heart and intention to go deep within, one can shift mindset, embrace forgiveness, and evolve. It is work! It is not play, even though it can be a blast at times. I often say to my students and clients: It takes work to stay stuck, and it takes work to untangle ourselves and create the neuropathways needed to activate a new reality. The big question is… which kind of work are you up to? Discernment and self-awareness lead to choices.

🕯️ Candles, Altars & Anticipation

The studio had candles scattered, a large altar in the center of the room with crystals and sacred items. There were fresh cut flowers in a large vase, a bowl with water and many different kinds of crystals to infuse the water with their energy in addition to the energy of the full moon. The bowl was surrounded by cups and a ladle next to it.

I felt anticipation, excitement and a bit of anxiety. I was never comfortable being around a lot of women. This time, I was delighted to meet women for the first time, checking out their flowing outfits, and soaking up every detail like a sponge in hopes of duplicating that event at some point. That was when I started to journal. I loved analyzing what was happening, how the facilitator led the group, how to process what was happening with me and in my surroundings, and I was thrilled to discover the Directions for the first time.

🌕 The Moon Emerges

We all introduced ourselves and shared our intentions for the evening. The moon hid behind the clouds for most of the night. We were guided into a meditative state. When we came back, we were invited to journal and share what emotions and awareness we were experiencing.

🥁 Discovering My Rhythm

I could not get over how I actually could drum! I had never touched a drum before. My little drum was in my bag. I chose to drum with one of the drums in the room positioned by the altar and cushions. I knew that I had rhythm, but I never knew that I could actually play the drum with confidence and tempo. What a shocker. We were then invited to move towards the windows that lined the room. As the facilitator began calling upon the energies of the moon and its magnetism, the moon emerged from behind the clouds to illuminate us. We all cheered with glee, embodying the inner and outer luminous glow. A light potluck of finger foods followed to ground us. I felt like I belonged~ with such humility and strength.

💫 A Whole New World

A whole new world opened up to me. A world of sisterhood, of honoring the challenges and seeing the level of self-awareness that may flourish from a new form of baseline. Respecting the cycles of the moon and its power over the oceans, and our emotions. I was mesmerized by the healing aspects of drumming, now backed by science. The high vibe in the room was palpable and encouraging. Most importantly, I felt nourished by women I didn’t even know.

Sisterhood is powerful because:
✨ We mirror each other’s sovereignty.
✨ We remember that we are never alone.
✨ We open ourselves to healing through presence, reflection, and shared wisdom.

🚪 Dreams & New Paths

The drive home was magical… I had dreams of opening my home and my backyard for these kinds of gatherings. Sound, warmth, ritual, intention, compassion, and sacred communion. That first circle kept informing me of my mission. There were many more steps to follow. We need each other to mirror our sovereignty. I am continuing to work towards creating an online circle atmosphere. More to bee 🐝 continued!

🌑 Under This Virgo New Moon

Meanwhile, I look forward to sharing sacred space with my friend Chris Altieri for our next circle on the 26th. Have a fantastic New Moon in Virgo! Very unusually, the second new moon in Virgo back to back is souped-up by Eclipse season. On September 21, 2025, today, is a powerful solar eclipse that signifies completion, integration, and a cosmic "graduation" from old patterns. This lunation calls for focus on practical routines, systems, and habits to build sustainable change. It is an opportunity for a personal and collective redirection, moving away from self-criticism and towards alignment with what feels true and sustainable.

💍 A Tangible Enchantment

The pendant in this photo was purchased that night at the studio we visited. It is a tangible and concrete piece of jewelry that carries the enchantment of that night!