Pisces: Plants + Yoga
In this season, every day is brighter and the promise of spring has us looking towards the horizon for warmer days ahead. As we check in on our Astrology Yoga + Plants series, we’re considering the ways go slow, and honor these transitions. In collaboration with Carrie McCann of Moonset & Co. , here are a four things to help you get into this Pisces energy.
Pisces Dates: February 19 - March 20
Anatomy: Feet, lymphatic system
Element: Water
About Pisces
The symbolism of Pisces looks like two fish headed in opposite directions - an idea that emphasizes its openness to all things. Born during a season where the sun gains more light everyday, it’s also a time when the weather fluctuates as nature prepares for the spring season ahead. Without focus, Pisces picks up everything which can cause confusion. After gaining focus, though, all things are possible with this highly inspired, creative and intuitive energy. Healing comes natural. Born of water and quite flexible, the connection to humanity runs deep. People who share community with Pisces might feel their compassion and empathy, often in search of a higher state of awareness. The pursuit of knowledge and education, formally or informally, can support Pisces and their natural spiritual yearning for growth.
- David Shipman, Astrologer
1. Move your body
Moving your body, exercising, and regular physical activity can support your lymphatic system. Maybe that’s a yoga class @YOGAMOTIF, a walk in the park, or jumping on a trampoline. Find some movement that works for your body.
2. Try a lavender foot soak
What better way to nourish yourself during pisces season than a foot soak? Foot soaks are great to support our foot health as well as our whole being when we need to ground down and just be (we recommend leaving your phone in the other room, if you're able). We chose lavender for the calming, cleansing, and protecting properties this plant can offer us during the intuitive and dreamy pisces season. Try blending it with epsom salts and one or two of your other favorite herbs to really make this ritual your own.
3. Put astragalus root in your bone broth
Bone broth is a great friend in our final days of the winter season and adding astragalus root can give it the extra boost your system may just need. Astragalus comes from the Chinese tradition and is now a popular immune tonic around the world. Astragalus is energetically supportive of healthy boundaries and physically supportive for building our immune system, cleansing for the lymphatic system, and generally nourishing of our overall well being. Simply simmer this plant into your next batch of broth and enjoy!
(ask your doctor if pregnant nursing)
4. Massage your feet
The Pisces energy brings attention to the feet. Make space for this gentle practice to encourage circulation and awareness to our lower extremities.
ASANA: Bound angle pose with foot massage
Find a comfortable seat on the floor or earth. Notice if you can sit tall in your spine and relax your shoulders down. Using your hands to support your legs as needed - bring the soles of your feet together into this bound angle pose. Place a block, blanket, or pillow under you knee or thigh to support a more restorative rest.
Breathe in and lengthen through your spine. Breathe out, hinge at your hips, keeping your spine lengthened, bend towards your toes. Don’t go all the way down. Pause as soon as you feel resistance and rest there. Take full deep breaths at your own pace.
While you breathe, hold both feet in your hands and begin to massage your feet. Place special emphasis on your thumbs gentle pressing on the soles of your feed. Gently walk your fingers up and down until you feel complete. Extend your massage up your calfs, gently massaging your muscles.
When finished, remove your props from under your legs. Place your hands on the outside of your knees and gently lift your knees back up. With you knees bent and feet on the floor, lower your legs to straighten in front of you to reset.
*A note on working with plants: The descriptions here are just small snapshots of one part of a plant. Always do your own research about plants (find at least 3 sources) if you’re deciding to turn to plants for their medicinal benefits and consult with your trusted healthcare professional, especially if you are pregnant, nursing, taking medications, or have major health concerns. If you’re looking for an herbalist, ask them about their background, their studies, and their specialties.
YOGAMOTIF LLC AND ITS INSTRUCTORS ARE NOT MEDICAL PROFESSIONALS AND THIS INFORMATION SHOULD NOT BE RELIED UPON FOR MEDICAL DIAGNOSIS, ADVICE, OR EDUCATION.
