Hello again, dear ones. Welcome back (or for the first time, for those who have recently joined) to the monthly Resourcing the Revolution newsletter.
We've got lots to talk about (and do, and BE) this month, but I want to dip back in history for just a moment before we get to work.
Early last year, the universe dropped three words in my lap:
Resourcing the revolution.
I had just finished reading a newsletter from Chani Nicholas about Pluto moving into Aquarius (in November 2024) for the first time in 248 years, the underworld journey it represents, the technological advances, and the power of the collective that comes with that transit.
The last time our dear outer planet (yes, I still consider Pluto to be a planet… come at me) was in Aquarius, the American and French revolutions and the Industrial revolution were all shaking up the world.
I clearly remember sitting in my living room, one eye on the mundane and the other on my phone as I read the month's offering. Personally, I was in the midst of internal struggle, still trying to claw clarity out of uncertainty. I wasn't sure where this crazy journey called life was taking me or who I even was anymore. (A story for another time.)
And, seemingly, out of nowhere, dropped those three words. With them, excitement was unleashed that I hadn't felt in years.
I wasn't sure what those words meant. But I had a feeling they were big.
And here we find ourselves, collectively, in a storm the likes of which we have not experienced in our lifetimes.
Despite being a yoga teacher for over a decade, a practitioner for much longer, having a toolbox full of mindfulness and somatic tools at my disposal, and having "learned to swim before the boat sank" (as my teacher Britt says), I still find myself occasionally rocketing through a stormy sea of emotions.
Sometimes, I feel relatively at peace despite the chaos in the world. But other times, I shift between deep sorrow and disappointment to incredulity and even fiery anger.
And despite (or maybe because of) too many years of patriarchal oppression, of being told we're too much, that no one wants to see an angry woman, to sit down and be nice, be polite, do what we're told…
I've come to believe that feminine rage is, truly, warranted in these times. This is the time to use your rage. Don't stuff it down or bury it.
Because here's the thing:
We must use our fire. Like a controlled burn rather than a wildfire. To burn away that which no longer serves, without burning down yourself or your neighbor's house.
But burn we must.
Our ancestors burned for us. For their power.
And now it's our turn to do the burning.
As Pluto settles into Aquarius and Venus channels her fire through Aries, we're being called to rise.
This is the moment to trust in our ability to alchemize pain and rage into action, vision into movement(s), and grief into the fuel that keeps us moving forward.
Ready for this?
Yeah, me neither.
But let's go. Revolution is calling.
Quote of the Month: Signaling the Revolution
Since Chani was part of the spark that brought us here, her words about this time feel well-suited to launch into this month's content.
We all know the quotes. We all know how important it is to be definitively against evil and direct in the face of supremacy. What we don’t always know, I fear, is how to muster the courage to be disobedient in the face of power. But this is also Aquarius’ strength. The sign known as the anti-hero, the outsider, the margin-dweller, the one who refuses center stage, Aquarius knows how to defy.
Those who seek total supremacy make use of every moment, every opportunity, every privilege, and every resource available to them. People upholding oligarchy meet their aim and further their agenda without regard for anyone, any law, any moral code.
It’s high time we who believe in a world beyond endless cycles of violence stop trying to play by the rules that are stacked against us anyway. It’s time we stop trying to be right, perfect, or even “good,” and instead do what is needed.
It’s time we stop waiting for someone to come and save us, and instead send out our own signal. One that is unwavering. One that blatantly declares that we will not let each other face these incoming long, dark, and difficult times alone. One that makes the bold statement that we will do whatever it takes to keep the soul of ourselves and this world intact.
— Chani Nicholas
Idea of the Month: Moving the Revolution Forward
When things get wild and revolution is afoot, one of the threads that can get lost or tangled is the idea of building the future we wish to see.
It's easy to get caught up in fighting against the things we don't want. The erosion of democracy, the erasure of human rights. The loss of economic stability. Recently, it feels like the list is never-ending and life-or-death critical (and some of it really is).
But when we put all our energy into fighting against those things, we can lose sight of where we're going. We can allow the fight itself to distract us. And let things go sideways without our noticing.
It's easy to get caught in the cycle of resistance — pushing back against systems that harm, calling out injustices, and dismantling what doesn't serve.
While resistance is necessary, it's only part of the equation. True revolution isn't just about what we're against; it's about what we're building in its place.
When we shift our focus toward dreaming, imagining, and actively creating the world we do want, we begin to birth something new.
Of note, former VP Kamala Harris spoke to members of Broadway casts this past weekend, saying, "The progress of our nation has always been about the expansion of rights, not the restriction of rights… I believe we fight for something, not against something."
But, but, but... you might be asking: what about the chaos we're watching unfold daily?
Every time I find myself in a doom spiral, one of the things that helps me stop the descent is to remind myself of the parable of the farmer:
A farmer's horse runs away, and the neighbors say, "What bad luck!" The farmer replies, "Good thing? Bad thing? Who knows."
The next day, the horse returns, bringing wild horses with it. The neighbors say, "What good luck!" The farmer replies, "Good thing? Bad thing? Who knows."
Later, the farmer's son breaks his leg while trying to tame one of the horses. Again, the neighbors lament his bad luck, and the farmer (again) responds, "Good thing? Bad thing? Who knows."
Soon after, the army comes to recruit young men for war, but they pass over the farmer's son because of his injury. The neighbors comment on the good fortune of his son being spared. The farmer responds...
Good thing? Bad thing? Who knows.
The truth is, we often don't know in the moment whether something is a blessing or a curse. The things we resist, the setbacks we face, the moments that feel like loss or failure — they might be shaping us in ways we can't yet see. They might be clearing the way for something we never could have anticipated.
We have no way of looking into the future to see what the disruptions and ruptures of today may bring about. We can look to history for potential outcomes, but that still leaves the rest open to our influence. Yours. Mine. Ours.
We mustn't stick our heads in the sand. We can resist. We can stand against tyranny and for what we believe in.
While at the same time, keeping our eyes and our final destination pointed toward our true north — the better world we see as possible.
Let's give ourselves permission to dream, reimagine, and move forward... not just in defiance, but in devotion to what's possible.
Short Practice of the Month: Practices for a Thriving Revolution
This month, I'm bringing you two short practices.
The first one brings me joy. Plain and simple. The video is just a couple of minutes long, and it's both an effective practice and super freaking cute.
The second technique is a breathing practice that helps build your internal fire.
Kapalabhati, sometimes known as Skull Shining Breath, can be intense. It gets the oxygen flowing through your veins, stimulates the digestive organs, and can even help clear up sinus congestion. (Keep some tissues handy when you're doing this one.)
How to do it:
Kapalabhati is rapid abdominal breathing. The exhalation is forceful, and the inhale that follows is automatic.
It may be helpful to place your right hand on your lower abdomen so you can feel the muscles contract in toward the spine on the exhale.
Step 1: Sit comfortably, with a long neutral spine. To exhale, snap in (aka quickly contract) the abdomen. This will push air out through the nostrils.
Step 2: Relax the abdomen and allow the inhalation to occur naturally. (You won't have to actively draw breath back into the lungs once you get going.)
Step 3: Continue this pattern of forceful contraction of the abdomen and relaxation for a total of 10 breaths. Aim for one exhalation per second if you're new to this pranayama practice.
Step 4: Exhale fully, pulling the abdomen in. Then, inhale a full, deep breath.
Step 5: Return the breath to normal, and observe how you feel. Can you sense the extra oxygen starting to circulate through your system? (You may feel slightly tingly or more alert.)
Step 6 [optional]: You can repeat this cycle two more times, for a total of 3 cycles of 10 breaths each. Start with short sessions, and work your way up as you get more comfortable with the practice.
Health note: if you ever feel dizzy or lightheaded, stop immediately and return your breath to normal. And you may want to be careful to do this on an empty stomach, or give yourself enough time after you eat — intense contractions of the lower abdominal muscles plus a full stomach may equal disaster. Just sayin’…
Post of the Month: Resourcing Your Revolution
Back in the olden days of my work, I wrote a lot about the balance between activism and self-care. This month’s throwback post challenges the narrative that we should fling ourselves into the fire to make a difference.
From the post:
This is the root cause of so many of the problems we face as worldchangers – the expectation that we have to martyr ourselves for the causes we believe in, sacrificing ourselves for the greater good. Look, I get it. I know that the work, the cause, the fight are all important – imperative, even.
That being said, I wish to counter: the work is important but, damn it, YOU are just as important.
It’s time to change the conversation. It’s time to start standing up for ourselves and our needs as adamantly as we do for the subject or objects of our work. It’s time to cut the bullshit.
Yes, it's essential to act. But it's just as necessary to fall back, retreat, refuel and resource. There's no revolution left if we all incinerate ourselves in the initial days of resistance.
And if you’re not sure what to DO in these crazy times, you can go back to the Mid-month Missive and/or read the brand new article on my site that was birthed from a seemingly unending stream of ways we can stand up for democracy in the face of, well, everything going on right now.
Mindset of the Month: Revolution is Rooted in Connection
In times of uncertainty, fear, or exhaustion, it's easy to slip into isolation, believing that we must figure everything out by ourselves.
The dominant culture and the patriarchy reinforce this myth of individualism, wanting us to believe that success, survival — even revolution — rests solely on our personal, individual, strength.
But movements are never built in isolation. Healing doesn't happen in a vacuum. And no one changes the world alone.
"Connection is the antidote to despair. Today, we are reminded that no one has to shoulder the burden of (a) movement alone — we are, truly, all in this together.
Reject the paralyzing pressure of individualism, that you are solely responsible for everything you must do in life, and instead, lean on loved ones: ask for help, complain to your writers' group, organize a Zoom call for your besties, get together for a quick neighborhood coffee.
The oppressive State and its incumbent violences thrive when we are isolated. Embrace your people."
— Jeanna Kadlec
True resilience is rooted in connection. When we reach out, we shift the weight of our burdens. When we ask for help, we affirm our shared humanity.
And when we organize, gather, or simply laugh with a friend, we remind ourselves that joy is not a luxury — it is a necessity, a form of resistance, a way to keep each other going.
It's easy to believe that joy is frivolous or that we must earn our moments of happiness. But what if joy is one of the most radical things we can claim?
As the Emily McDowell quote in that beautiful picture above reminds us, love, joy, and fun are our original factory settings. They are not luxuries. They are not distractions from the "real work." They are the foundation of our resilience, our creativity, and our ability to keep going.
Choosing joy, especially in difficult times, is an act of defiance. It is a refusal to let struggle define us. It is a declaration that we are here not just to survive, but to thrive.
So this month, how can you lean in, tap in to the collective, and reclaim your joy?
Here are a few suggestions to get you started:
Call a friend instead of pushing through alone.
Join a community instead of trying to solve everything by yourself.
Find the things that light you up, make you laugh, and remind you of who you are deep down.
Dance in your kitchen, play like a kid, and spend time with people who uplift you.
As the world unravels in so many ways, remember that we, the people, are meant to hold the threads together. Together. Not just for survival. But for love, for hope, and for the collective future we are building.
And because I can... it feels right to call us all to joy in this moment with two more quotes:
“Right now, people I talk to are gripped with fear and anxiety. And in my experience, humor has a leveling effect, it rips away the artifice, shows us that these emperors are ugly and naked. And when we cower in fear, we do half of the work for them.
Humor makes us bold. Humor helps us survive.” — Lyz Lenz
“Why should we all use our creative power...? Because there is nothing that makes people so generous, joyful, lively, bold and compassionate, so indifferent to fighting and the accumulation of objects and money.” — Brenda Ueland
Call of the Month: A Revolutionary Invitation
When I saw this excerpt from the 2025 We'Moon planner, it felt too good not to include.
From the 2025 We'Moon Handbook
Life calls to us in different ways. Sometimes it whispers — a gentle invitation to rest, reflect, and gather our strength. Other times, it roars — a fierce awakening, demanding that we rise, take action, and step into our power.
How is life calling to you right now?
There is no wrong answer. Only the invitation to listen. Whatever call you hear, trust that it is leading you exactly where you need to be.
Whatever feels like yours, trust that it is.
Song of the Month: Revolutionary Rhythms
Whenever I have a playlist going in the background, there's always a part of my brain listening for songs that rise to meet the moment. This month, Tending the Spark by Heather Houston was that match.
And we will care for each other As the world around us unravels And we will tend to the spark Of hope that lives within our grieving hearts And we are here now, in this present moment Lifting our voices and hearts And we are here now, we have come together We are tending the spark of hope Oh may it grow And we will care for each other
As we collectively rise, we tend the spark. We care for each other. And we remember that we're stronger together.
Astrology of the Month: Revolutionary Alignments
Since Pluto moving into Aquarius is what sparked not only this month's newsletter but also the larger project that is Resourcing the Revolution, I want to close with two excerpts from Chani Nicholas:
Pluto transforms whatever it touches from the inside out, guiding us through a collective death and rebirth cycle. Our deepest understandings of the reaches of the known universe, our technological capacity, and our commitment to honoring our interdependence with one another hang in the balance. The future? It’s still uploading.
And
Seasons of collective upheaval are rarely comfortable, but they also remind us of the resilience and the power of our communities. Wherever our institutions fail us, there’s an opportunity to build something fairer, sturdier, and more sustainable in its place. So gather your screens and invite your friends for a hacktivism party. We’re in this together.
Though it’s impossible to predict what humanity 2.0 will look like on the other side of this transit, our networks, technological advances, and the hive mind itself will be the source of awe-inspiring resources in the years to come. Even in revolutionary times, you can commit to staying grounded. Present. Heart-centered. As waves of rebellion and idealistic fervor sweep the collective, it’s more important than ever to check in with your body, your instincts, and your inner wise one.
Ground yourself as much as possible to balance the cerebral side of Pluto in this intellectual air sign. Center the practices and rituals that bring you back to your body, the present moment, and your breath.
Our Revolution Has Just Begun
As we move into this month and whatever's next, the actions and revolution that's calling you, I invite you to take a breath.
Breathe into your individual power. Breathe into the possibility of the collective. Breathe into the future you wish to see.
We sit here, on the edge of something vast, unknown, and deeply potent. Our world is unraveling and reweaving itself in real-time.
As we navigate the shifting tides of this moment, remember that we are never alone in this work. We are held by the ancestors who burned before us, the movements that paved the way, and the hands we hold as we move forward.
Each of us — our hands, hearts, and voices — shape what comes from all of this.
We stand between what was and what will be. Between the systems crumbling and the world we dare to build. Between the fire and what rises from the ashes once it burns down.
Revolution is not a single act — it's a practice, a commitment, a way of being. It's in the choices we make every day: the words we speak, the boundaries we set, the communities we build, and the futures we dare to imagine.
As Brene Brown says, let's dare greatly.
One breath at a time. One action at a time.
Together. Never alone.
Until next month (or I get feisty enough to write another mid-month missive)...
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Exhaustion and helplessness are not our only options. We can stay informed without burning out. We can take action in ways that align with our strengths. We can care for ourselves and our communities. We can hold onto our shared humanity. And we can look toward a future worth fighting for. As a guide, channel, and truth-teller, I help women changemakers reclaim their identity, step into their power, and cultivate the space they need to thrive. I don't just teach "self-care" — I help women come home to themselves. This is more than personal growth; it's about awakening the collective, allowing the divine feminine to rise, and shaking up the status quo to build a more beautiful world. I believe that – together – we can be catalysts for impact and positive change.
