THINKING THIS BLOG
My First Time In a Hardbound Bullet Journal
After many years of using a ring bound planner I have started a bullet journal for 2022. The following is a time lapse video of how I set up a blank notebook for the quarter.
This journal tracked my appointments, tasks, hobbies, dreams and journal entries from January 2022 - March 2022.
I carried this notebook along with my Hobonichi avec, inside an A5 Newester Traveler’s Notebook until late April 2022.
Quarterly Bullet Journal Set Up for Q1 2022
SUPPLIES
Newester Traveler’s Notebook A5
Archer & Olive A5 Notebook- North Star
Tsuki ‘Ocean Edition’ Washi Tape Set (watch a video of me swatching these tapes)
Tsuki Bullet Journal Stencil Set
Ranger Archival Ink- Cobalt
Chronodex Unique Habit Tracker Stencil
MARKERS & PENS
Sharpie Art Pen- blue
Sharpie Brush Pen- blue
Tombow Dual Brush Pens: 407, 451, N95
Linc Shine Gel Pen- gold
Pigma Micron Grays Set
Calliographs Jewel Tone- Indigo
Tarot Deck: Tongues of the Mother
Goal Setting With the Moon- Waning Crescent
This blog series is intended to support you in setting goals in alignment with the 28 day lunar cycle. See the first post in this series if you haven’t already.
Waning Crescent Moon
Day 25 - 28
Day 25-28
The end of the old cycle. Detach from the world and rest and re-group. Restore yourself in preparation for the next beginning.
The moon will be in Aquarius and Pisces, making esoteric and spiritual pursuits perfectly suited for restoration. Music and art would also be beneficial. Cleanse your space to make room for the next project or goal.
Ask yourself:
How did/does my goal contribute to the highest good?
What should I have learned about myself from this process?
On 4/7/2021 the moon in Pisces is conjunct Jupiter in Aquarius. Jupiter in Aquarius brings expansive, prophetic, progressive energy. It also indicates gain from employment. While the moon in Pisces brings a love of change and diversity, sometimes can make one feel easily discouraged. Adjust your environment to increase your resolve.
On 4/10/2021 The moon in Aries will sextile Pluto in Capricorn. Pluto has been in Capricorn since 2008 and will remain there until 2024. This placement of Pluto puts emphasis on work ethic, social position, and the disruption of political patterns. The moon in Aries brings the energy of leadership, dominance, and competition this is a favorable combination close out the final tasks needed to attain this lunar cycle’s goal.
Try to wrap up your big project by April 27, 2021 when Pluto goes retrograde in Capricorn and may make progression slower in general.
Check out the previous post in this series which discusses goal setting with the Last Quarter Moon.
I’m currently creating a downloadable guide that will help you goal set systematically with the moon, in any moon cycle. Please be sure to join my newsletter in order to be sent the download link as soon as it’s available.
I hope this series gave you useful ideas and examples for how to plan goals across the lunar cycle taking the moon’s phases and astrology into account. The next new moon is April 11, 2021 at 6:02am eastern daylight time.
Goal Setting With the Moon- Last or Third Quarter Moon
This blog series is intended to support you in setting goals in alignment with the 28 day lunar cycle. See the first post in this series if you haven’t already. And stay tuned to the blog as I’ll be making more posts providing more information on how to work with each of the moon’s phases.
Last Quarter Moon
Día 23 - 24
Day 23 - 24
This phase is when harvests are reaped. Think about your accomplishments. Assimilate the new tasks/responsibilities related to your creation.
Capricorn’s influence on the moon will be with us for this third quarter. A perfect environment for taking on and assimilating the responsibilities your new creation entails. Add your new task list to your plan.
Ask yourself:
- Are more results coming that I haven’t anticipated?
- What is keeping me from adopting X habit (that I had previously determined was necessary for success in this gaol)?
- What does my spirit need in order to keep going?
The third/last quarter moon in our example occurred in Capricorn at 4/4/2021 at 6:02am. Moon in Capricorn lends itself to industrious pursuits. It’s the perfect energy to give your project a final push before the 28 day cycle ends.
On 4/5/2021 the moon will move into Aquarius but the moon is still in its last quarter phase. Lighten the schedule but continue to tackle the to-do list.
Be sure to come back to the blog on April 6th, where I’ll share guidance on the last phase of the lunar cycle- the Waning Crescent Moon. Check out the previous post in this series which discusses goal setting with the Waning Gibbous Moon.
Goal Setting With the Moon- Waning Gibbous
This blog series is intended to support you in setting goals in alignment with the 28 day lunar cycle. See the first post in this series if you haven’t already. And stay tuned to the blog as I’ll be making more posts providing more information on how to work with each of the moon’s phases.
Waning Gibbous Moon
Day 18
Day 19 - 20
Day 21 - 22
Day 18, Day 19-20, Day 21-22
Focus on addressing any personal habits that may be limiting your creation. Share your knowledge, communicate with your supporters. Remove (prune) what is complete.
Ask yourself:
- What characteristics would enable me to achieve the highest, most beneficial result?
- Who can guide me in my next steps?
- Is there an opportunity I have yet to take advantage of?
In our example the waning gibbous moon will be in Scorpio. Your arguments will be shrewd and convincing.
The moon will be in Sagittarius on day 19-20 which makes it an ideal time to take action, especially when it comes to errands that require you to leave the house. Saving paperwork for day 22 when the moon enters Capricorn might increase your productivity.
Be sure to come back to the blog on April 4th, where I’ll share guidance on the next moon phase- the Last (Third) Quarter Moon. Check out the previous post in this series which discusses goal setting with the Full Moon.
Goal Setting With the Moon- Full Moon
This blog series is intended to support you in setting goals in alignment with the 28 day lunar cycle. See the first post in this series if you haven’t already. And stay tuned to the blog as I’ll be making more posts providing more information on how to work with each of the moon’s phases.
Transformation, completion and abundance. Let go of everything that doesn’t suit your creation. Gather and analyze data about your progress.
The Full Moon
Day 16 - 17
Day 16 - 17
We are half way to our sign post/goal. A detailed plan should be working or a tangible result should be here.
Ask yourself:
- What do I need to adjust in order to achieve this?
- What are my achievements thus far?
- What can I improve?
- Who needs to be brought on board?
- Who needs to have their access limited?
The full moon will be in Libra on March 28, 2021, bringing an energy of partnership and popularity. Some indecisiveness could be a factor. The full moon illuminates all of our possibilities. A moon in Libra may create the tendency to give equal weight to all of the options. Prioritize and remember your goal.
Be sure to come back to the blog on March 30th, where I’ll share guidance on the next moon phase- the Waning Gibbous Moon. Check out the previous post in this series which discusses goal setting with the Waxing Gibbous Moon.
Goal Setting With the Moon- Waxing Gibbous
This blog series is intended to support you in setting goals in alignment with the 28 day lunar cycle. See the first post in this series if you haven’t already. And stay tuned to the blog as I’ll be making more posts providing more information on how to work with each of the moon’s phases.
What you put out comes trickling back. Refine ideas and plans based on this information.
Waxing Gibbous Moon
Day 11-12
Day 13 -15
This is when your plant or sprout starts poking through the soil. It’s time to find the answers to the detailed questions that your initial research/work uncovered.
Ask yourself:
- Is there anything I still need to know?
- Is there anything I’m missing?
In our example, the waxing gibbous moon will pass through both Leo and Virgo (March 23 - March 27, 2021). The two days the moon is in Leo are great to get the bulk of the creative work related to your goal completed.
When the moon goes into Virgo (March 25, 2021), it will be a perfect time for editing and adding the finishing touches and details to what you have so far. Don’t let Virgo’s perfectionist shadow convince you that you or your work are not good enough. Put forward what you have in confidence.
Be sure to come back to the blog on March 27th, where I’ll share guidance on the next moon phase- the Full Moon. Check out the previous post in this series which discusses goal setting with the First Quarter Moon.
Goal Setting With the Moon- First Quarter
This blog series is intended to support you in setting goals in alignment with the 28 day lunar cycle. See the first post in this series if you haven’t already. And stay tuned to the blog as I’ll be making more posts providing more information on how to work with each of the moon’s phases.
First Quarter Moon
Day 9 - 10
Day 9 - 10
The first quarter or half moon. Enough time has passed where you can evaluate your creation more intentionally. Convert emotional energy into creative passion. Take action that pushes your ideas forward.
This is around the time that those of us with procrastination tendencies may find some challenges. Use your wishes and plans to remind you of why you have decided to pursue this goal
Ask yourself:
What is the next best step?
What fears need reconciling so that I can move forward confidently?
The first quarter moon in March 2021 is on the 21st, and also falls in the sign of Cancer. When the moon is in this placement, expect intuitive hits related to your goal. Is divination in order?
Early decisions may have to be made. Have confidence about what you know. Don’t fear making these decisions. You will have time to adjust if necessary.
Be sure to come back to the blog on March 23rd, where I’ll share guidance on the next moon phase- Waxing Gibbous Moon. Check out the previous post in this series which discusses goal setting with the Waxing Crescent Moon.
Goal Setting With the Moon - Waxing Crescent
This blog series is intended to support you in setting goals in alignment with the 28 day lunar cycle. See the first post in this series if you haven’t already. And stay tuned to the blog as I’ll be making more posts providing more information on how to work with each of the moon’s phases.
More reflection of the sun’s light is a symbol of expansion. Refining focus and commitment. Your positive thoughts are nurturing (watering) your creation. New ideas and new people.
Waxing Crescent
Day 3 - 8
Day 3 - 8
This next phase begins 2.5 days after the new moon. The moon spends more time in the Waxing Crescent phase because it incrementally makes its way to the quarter moon phase day by day.
This is the planning phase. In the next two and half days it’s time to distill your big ideas into action steps and tasks. All the brainstorming, dreams and wishes from the new moon must now be made in to concrete action steps.
Ask yourself:
- Do I need advice?
- Is more research required?
In our example the waxing crescent moon is in Aries, then Taurus. These signs are perfect for getting things done. Schedule 1 or 2 hard things for the early part of the phase and it will be easier to barrel through.
Be sure to come back to the blog on March 21st, where I’ll share guidance on the next moon phase- First Quarter Moon. Check out the previous post in this series which discusses goal setting on the New Moon.