Are you feeling your emotions are all over the place? If yes, that is because a big day is approaching. There is a lot going on in our universe, but specifically, on April 8th 2024, the Moon will be perfectly aligning with the Sun and will cast its magnificent shadow on Earth. It is a call for balance, for aligning your energies with our big Mother and Father stars.
Around the days of a total solar eclipse you are bound to feel the immense power and the spiritual effects of this remarkable celestial occurrence. But this day, it is not about how you feel, but what you do with those feelings. For this reason, the best advise for this day, is to make sure you manage the energies to serve you and those you love. How do we manage the energies and opportunities of a solar eclipse? The answer is always MEDITATION.
Not a coincidence that this beautiful celestial occurrence is happening on the month 4, of the 8th day (which is double 4), of the year 2024, which is another 8 (or better still, another double 4). This is not just simple numerology, this is a another proof of the strong connection between this solar eclipse and spirituality.
To celebrate and take full advantage of the beautiful energy surrounding the days around the solar eclipse, we recommend the following 3 meditations:
1- Meditation for reestablishing balance in your life: That day, we know that the moon’s shadow will be entirely obscuring the sun, for around 4 minutes. A meditation that basks on the power of 4 would help you center on what needs to get balanced in your life. The interplay of light and darkness offered by this total eclipse symbolizes the eternal dance between opposing forces, such as creation and destruction, life and death, or knowledge and ignorance. This is the day to strike a balance between your Yin and your Yang, in other words, this is a moment for transformation between your own polarities. With the power of 4, balance should be the word of this day. Remember that the number 4 is known for stability, solidity, and the establishment of a strong foundation, as seen in the four corners of a square or the four legs of a table, representing a solid base upon which to build.
This Guided Meditation will help you bask in the power of 4, during the solar eclipse. Find your balance, your Ying and Yang, your Water-Fire-Earth-Air emotions. A deeply reflective meditation to find balance in your energies.
2 – Meditation for manifestation: This is a beautiful day to count your blessings with the intention of multiplying them. Solar eclipses are always a portal. They involve blocking of the sun’s light by the moon, this portal of darkness allows you to turn it all off, and count what really shines in your life: your blessings. This day you can manifest with the double power of 4. The number 4 is often linked to the material or physical world, representing the tangible aspects of existence. It can signify the four elements (earth, air, fire, water) or the four cardinal directions (north, south, east, west), symbolizing the entirety of physical reality. This is the day to create your reality and the live you long and deserve.
Guided meditation for the solar eclipse (16 minutes) – a powerful meditation for manifesting the life you desire, counting your blessings and overcasting your spiritual shadows with LIGHT! A beautiful session to stop and honor the blessings in your life.
3 – Meditation for changing your life: This day will help you use the energies and symbolisms of an eclipse to do have a significant energetic shifts on both, personal and collective levels. These shifts are always opportunities for spiritual growth, healing, and awakening. For this reason, this day (and during days around April 8) you may feel heightened sensitivity or awareness, leading to insights or breakthroughs in your spiritual journeys. It is a day to set intentions of change towards the life you know you deserve. This is also a day of making your home beautiful to reflect abundance of love, peace, beauty and spirituality. Solar eclipses occur as part of predictable celestial cycles, highlighting the cyclical nature of existence. From a spiritual perspective, this means you can close cycles you no longer want active in your experience. This eclipse represents a moment of renewal and rebirth, where old patterns or energies are released, and new potentials are activated. That is why this a great day for cutting cords with the past and changing your life (in other words, for new beginnings).
For new beginnings, for manifesting the life you wish or to find your new path in life, do this beautiful guided meditation.
Other beautiful ways to celebrate the spiritual meaning of the Solar Eclipse
In addition to meditation, there are other beautiful ways to celebrate this energy.
Go outside to watch the event: Of course, going out to see the event, goes without saying. Make sure you order your protection glasses (ISO certified and approved for safety), days in advance.
These eclipse shades have been verified and approved by ICS Laboratories, following the latest standard ISO 12312-2:2015(E) for watching eclipses, sunspots, and planetary transits. They’re equipped with top-notch filter tech and special lenses that block out the sun’s harmful infrared (IR) and ultraviolet (UV) rays, protecting your eyes from damage and making sure you get the best view of the eclipse in all its colorful glory.
Book a Tarot & Oracle reading: This day is perfect to get connected with your Oracle cards. Ancient civilizations often associated eclipses with divine messages, omens, or warnings from the gods. Let this be a day of spiritual reflection, meditation, or rituals that will connect you deeply with your divine guidance. Check out Jocy’s Tarot Reading page.
A chance be creative through Spiritual Arts: Whether it is dancing, coloring, painting, days around the eclipse are great for you to use their potent energies and transfer them into your artistic realms.
This is a beautiful book for coloring mandalas, and positive affirmations is designed to be part of your transformative journey of self-discovery and healing. It provides a captivating world of MANDALAS blended with powerful POSITIVE AFFIRMATIONS. It serves as a comprehensive healing companion. It provides insight into the meaning and significance of each affirmation and helps you can delve deeper into your personal growth journey. It also offers guided journaling sessions to help you write thoughts that arose during your coloring.
Initiating your spiritual journey: Eclipses are always portals. This is a great day for you to initiate new habits or cycles. Starting a new class, or initiating your path with meditation, or whatever your soul is calling for, this is the right portal for it.
If you are a beginner in the journey of meditation, I recommend reading this article: 6 steps to meditate – very simple process or do this meditation for beginners.
A Spiritual Retreat: This is a day for wholeness and completeness, and a spiritual retreat around the days of the eclipse can help you enter in this energy of knowing that we are all one.
A beautiful walk or visit to nature: This is a day to send blessings to our Earth. Solar eclipses provide an opportunity for people around the world to share astronomical event that is second to none. This shared experience is a reminder of unity, of connection to all there is. Not to mention, this eclipse comes with a number 4, which is associated with structure and order; with systems and frameworks that provide stability and coherence, such as the four seasons, four phases of the moon, or the four stages of life (birth, youth, adulthood, old age). This is your day to create connections with all there is.
The perfect day for writing in your journal: If eclipses represents a moment of renewal and rebirth, where old patterns or energies are released, and new potentials are activated, this makes it a perfect day for writing about it. Journals are great spiritual companions. That is why this a great day for cutting cords with the past and changing your life (in other words, for new beginnings).
Nice Yoga Journal: I remember when I started my yoga journey (in China), I was going through a particularly deep and transformative time in my life. I used to carry a journal with me, everywhere I went. As a beginner, I recall a particularly challenging class, where I found myself struggling with a head stand. Instead of getting frustrated, I wrote about the difficulty in my journal and how I managed to stay focused and optimistic. A few years later, I revisited that journal and discovered a pattern of perseverance that inspired me in future practices.
A day to pamper yourself: The number 4 comes with an energy of completeness, with the idea of totality, as seen in the four sides of a square or the four limbs of the human body, representing a holistic and integrated existence. So today, take the day to love or pamper yourself deeply. The number 4 represent the divine order or cosmic balance. It may signify the manifestation of divine principles in the physical world or the alignment of spiritual energies with material reality, so during this day, allow yourself moments of this reflection to understand what this means for you, for your life.
How else will you be enjoying this beautiful celestial event?
I would love to hear your thoughts 🙂
Jocy Medina
Jocy’s favorite ‘Spiritual” products in Amazon
The Tree of Life is a universal symbol representing the interconnectedness of all life. Its roots reach into the Earth, while its branches extend into the heavens, symbolizing the unity of heaven, earth, and the underworld. When you add this in your home decor it signifies growth, strength, and the cycle of life.
Bring some zen vibes into your home or office with a cute desktop fountain! It’s all about that soothing water sound and the calming feel of a mini waterfall. Perfect for creating a relaxed atmosphere and adding a touch of Feng Shui to your space. Time to bring those indoor chill vibes to your desk or patio!
Beautiful table gong
- Size: 8″(H) x 7.5″(L) x 1.75″(D) approx.
- Material: Wood and Copper
- Idea for meditation. Perfect home decor to create Zen environment at home or in office. Good Feng Shui!
Beautiful tapestry for your wall. Amazon has many sizes. A center ornament inspiring meditation and chakra alignment. Perfect art for your livingroom or bedroom. Zen and minimalistic look.
Positive affirmation Cards: As a Tarot card reader, I love cards, and I particularly love this set. People will tell you that you cannot read your own cards, but when you are doing yoga, or meditating, you are in (or very close to achieving) full alignment with your spiritual guidance system. So cards and Yoga are the perfect match. Plus, these positive affirmation cards are simply gorgeous.
Nice Yoga Journal: I remember when I started my yoga journey (in China), I was going through a particularly deep and transformative time in my life. I used to carry a journal with me, everywhere I went. As a beginner, I recall a particularly challenging class, where I found myself struggling with a head stand. Instead of getting frustrated, I wrote about the difficulty in my journal and how I managed to stay focused and optimistic. A few years later, I revisited that journal and discovered a pattern of perseverance that inspired me in future practices.
Meditation Shawl or Blanket, Exotic Shawl/Wrap, Oversize Scarf or Stole. Unisex
How about a cozy meditation shawl or blanket to keep you warm and focused during your mindfulness practice? Or maybe an exotic shawl/wrap to add a touch of mystery and elegance to your outfit. And don’t forget about the versatile oversize scarf or stole that’s perfect for anyone, anytime. These unisex accessories are all about comfort and style, so take your pick and rock that look!
The one I am showing here is pink, but click this link so you can select among a few gorgeous colours.
Hard roof tops are my preferred options because you never have to change the top. They are a bit more expensive, but not having to buy soft roof every two years, saves you a ton of money in the long run.
Absolutely top-notch, although a bit pricier, this gazebo is stunning with its hard top. It’s available in a few sizes to fit your space, and the strong powder-coated natural wood-looking aluminum frame is resistant to fading, rust, and corrosion. Plus, it comes with pre-drilled bases for each post, making it super easy to install.
To really up the chill vibes on your patio, think about adding some solar-powered flames. These cool lighting fixtures use the sun’s energy to give your outdoor space a soothing and enchanting glow. Not only do these solar-powered flames give off a soft, warm light, they also help you keep it green with an eco-friendly design. They’re a great pick for anyone who wants to take their patio game to the next level while being eco-conscious.
Turn Your Garden Into a Cozy Paradise
Set the mood in your garden with these Solar Torch Flame Lights! Perfect for adding a warm, flickering glow to your outdoor space, these lights are waterproof and ideal for elevating your home and yard decor.
Cute garden lights for your patio, they look so beautiful at night!
Relax in Style with This Red Portable Hammock!
This double hammock comes with a space-saving steel stand and can support up to 450lbs. It’s perfect for chilling in your garden, patio, or taking on your outdoor adventures.
Check out these awesome Moroccan floor pillows for adults! They come in a 2-pack, are waterproof for outdoor use, and perfect for sitting and chilling. These boho-style large meditation cushions add a cozy and stylish touch to your space. The mandala floor seat cushions are 22 inches square and are just what you need for some comfy floor seating.
A Zen Garden for Desk or Meditation Space is a tranquil and aesthetically pleasing addition to any environment. It typically consists of a small tray or box filled with sand or fine gravel, with carefully placed rocks and perhaps a miniature rake for creating patterns on the surface. The act of raking patterns in the sand can encourage mindfulness, helping to center the mind and promote a sense of inner peace. The simple, minimalist design of a Zen Garden complements a variety of decor styles, making it a versatile addition to any space. Whether placed on a desk, a tabletop, or a dedicated meditation area, a Zen Garden can serve as a symbolic representation of natural elements, offering a connection to the wider world and fostering a sense of calm and balance.
New Bonsai Starter Kit
You do not need to buy an already grown Bonsai. How fun could it be to grow your own? Check out this awesome Bonsai Starter Kit – it’s perfect for both ladies and gents who love gardening. It’s a unique DIY hobby kit for adults, making it a great Easter gift for anyone who’s a fan of garden plants or is a gardening mom. Get your hands on this unique gardening gift now!
Three Sage Bundles with an Abalone Shell, Feather, Tripod Stand and sand. This is the perfect sage smudge stick kit if your new to smudging or are and experienced in spiritual cleansing. California White Sage – Salvia Apiana Smudge Stick, 4 inches long and is primarily grown in high desert areas. It is an evergreen shrub that was used by Indigenous Americans for its healing properties and to remove negative and evil spirits. The smudge bowl comes with an abalone shell and a tripod wood stand. The shell has a natural Mother-Pearl finish, and the stand is hand-carved with a cobra design. The natural turkey feather is used to fan the cleansing smoke in the direction you want to cleanse. The sand can be used to extinguish your sage wands when you are finished with your cleansing.
“Tree of Life Wind Chimes for Outside use. These beautifully crafted chimes not only add a melodic charm to any outdoor space but also serve to relax and add some Zen to your patio. With their deep tones and the symbolic tree of life design, these wind chimes offer a comforting and serene ambiance, ideal for reflecting on cherished memories and honoring the life of a loved one.
Get ready to experience the magic with this unique high-quality Bliss Pattern - Black 4" Singing Bowl! The set includes a brand new easy-play leather pencil-grip striker and a hand-sewn non-dampening pillow for maximum comfort. This Tibetan singing bowl meditation set is 100% handcrafted by our talented local Nepalese artisans, and it's designed for easy playing so you can enjoy its calming and soothing sounds right away!
The Mandala Drum
Embrace the mesmerizing artistry of this shaman drum, where wood and leather unite to create a practical and beautiful masterpiece. Its smooth surfaces and comfortable feel generate a clear and resonant sound that will leave you in awe.
Size: 10 inches. Comes with drumming stick, as shown.
IDEA 8: Mat for Yoga and other Zen activities Design a dedicated space for outdoor yoga practice. Use a bamboo or woven mat, add some cushions, and surround the area with greenery to create a harmonious and peaceful yoga retreat. You can also go to this corner for meditation or other Zen activities.
My favorite yoga mat: A yoga mat is a personal thing! I do not understand the concept of borrowing mats from the studio. It is like a bed, a place where you lie down, put your face, dream good dreams and rest your energy. So your mat is to your class the same thing that your bed is to your bedroom. Just like you do with your bed, choose your mat well. Invest time in finding the ideal mat for you. Consider factors like thickness, material, and texture. Personally, I also consider colour and design. I don’t know if you know this, but I love dragonflies. So I became fascinated with one I saw in Chapters with the design of a dragonfly and dream-wishing dandelions. I had to buy it!
IDEA 9: Outdoor bed: My very favorite part of my patio is my swing bed. Yes, I am talking about a regular swing that turns in a bed. I come from work, and I have a siesta in my outdoor bed.
Upgrade your chill game with this awesome 3-person porch swing patio swing chair in a classy wine red color! Ideal for chilling out in your patio, garden, backyard, or poolside. And guess what? If you put the back cushions down, it turns in a bed. Say hello to ultimate relaxation in style!
IDEA 10: Tranquil Water Feature: Introduce a small water feature, such as a tabletop fountain or a serene water wall. The sound of flowing water adds a soothing element to your patio, promoting relaxation.
The addition of a small water feature can significantly enhance the ambiance of a space, creating a tranquil and soothing environment. Whether it’s a tabletop fountain gently bubbling with water, or a serene water wall softly cascading, the gentle sound of flowing water can bring a sense of calm and relaxation to any setting. The sight and sound of water can also add a touch of elegance and natural beauty to an indoor or outdoor space, making it the perfect focal point for a meditation area, garden, or even a living room. Furthermore, the gentle movement and soothing sound of water can contribute to stress reduction and improved well-being, making it an ideal addition to any environment where peace and tranquility are desired.
Bring some zen vibes into your home or office with a cute desktop fountain! It’s all about that soothing water sound and the calming feel of a mini waterfall. Perfect for creating a relaxed atmosphere and adding a touch of Feng Shui to your space. Time to bring those indoor chill vibes to your desk or patio!
I would love to hear from you… Share your own ideas on how to Zen your patio?
Quartz bowls – full set
These crystal singing bowls are made of higher than 99.99% quartz, and the colors are perfect guide for each chakra, so you do not have to check the notes each time. The Crystal Singing Bowl Sets including 7 pcs bowls. from 7inch to 12inch, Including 12″C 11″D 10″E 9″F 8″A 7″G ,7″B. It comes with two heavy duty carrying cases and each singing bowl is housed in padded tank inside the carrying cases.
Such beautiful, long lasting sound! I recommend these meticulously crafted set of Sound Healing Bowls for its amazing, clear, deep, and rich vibrational resonance that has the power to elevate your meditation and sound healing sessions to new heights. It includes 432HZ crystal singing bowls in seven different sizes (12″C, 11″D, 10″E, 9″F, 8″G, 7″A, 6″B). The package includes a padded case bag (2), suede stick (2), rubber mallet (2), and O-ring (7), ensuring that you have everything you need to create a seamless and immersive sound healing experience.
This 16-piece scented candle collection is more than an olfactory journey. Elevate your surroundings with this exquisite box of scented treasures, where each fragrance tells a story and every burn is an experience to cherish. Scents: jasmine, rose, vanilla, bergamot, fig, lavender, lemon, spring, gardenia, strawberry, rosemary, peppermint, Blue bell wood sage & sea salt peony cherry blossom, English pear & freesia.
Crystals for healing and meditation: This is a very poplar semiprecious stones box, wish beautiful pieces. You can place them strategically around your mat to amplify the energy and deepen your connection to your Yoga practice, or you can set them on the various chakras during a meditation session. Selecting crystals that resonate with my intentions enhances the overall energetic flow, creating a harmonious atmosphere that goes beyond the physical postures. The crystal acts as a conduit for positive energy, creating a more profound and transformative meditation experience.
The Mandala Drum
Embrace the mesmerizing artistry of this shaman drum, where wood and leather unite to create a practical and beautiful masterpiece. Its smooth surfaces and comfortable feel generate a clear and resonant sound that will leave you in awe.
Size: 10 inches. Comes with drumming stick, as shown.
Get ready to experience the magic with this unique high-quality Bliss Pattern - Black 4" Singing Bowl! The set includes a brand new easy-play leather pencil-grip striker and a hand-sewn non-dampening pillow for maximum comfort. This Tibetan singing bowl meditation set is 100% handcrafted by our talented local Nepalese artisans, and it's designed for easy playing so you can enjoy its calming and soothing sounds right away!
The Tree of Life is a universal symbol representing the interconnectedness of all life. Its roots reach into the Earth, while its branches extend into the heavens, symbolizing the unity of heaven, earth, and the underworld. When you add this in your home decor it signifies growth, strength, and the cycle of life.
Jocy Medina 