Sagittarius, ruled by the benevolent Jupiter and the element of Fire, is the storyteller, the philosopher, and the explorer of the zodiac.

He urges us to take our deeply mined Scorpio insights and turn them into physical journeys of discovery.

A Season for Storytelling

Sagittarius season nudges us to look beyond what’s familiar and safe, to break open the frameworks of our understanding.

There’s an invitation here to look at life from entirely new angles, shaped by our travels, the stories we’ve absorbed, and the diverse lives we’ve brushed against.

This energy wants us to explore all the worlds, the one we live in, and our inner landscape, the beliefs that guide us, and the assumptions we’ve inherited or created.

In doing this, we’re often asked to peel back layers of conditioning, to reach beneath the surface to rediscover what resonates with us personally.

This process isn’t always comfortable or fun though.

We might have to confront where we have tendencies toward dogmatism, where our beliefs have become unyielding, or where we display the most arrogance, stemming from a belief that our perspective is the only valid one.

Sagittarius asks us to recognize that while we are seeking meaning, other people are doing the same in ways that might look very different.

This season teaches us to be mindful of how we express and handle what it is we believe as truth, making sure that our desire to find “the truth” doesn't blind us to the realities of others.

This time of year also stirs up our longing for freedom as we stare down the quickly approaching winter. Did we do all that we wanted this year? Did we see everything we wanted to see? And do we still have time to if we didn’t?

This might stir a desire for freedom, sometimes showing up as an unwillingness to commit.

But does freedom mean we abandon all ties and responsibilities, or could it be a more grounded, intentional experience of choice within healthy boundaries? Sagittarius season challenges us to redefine freedom—not as escape, but as a way to shape our lives with purpose.

At the same time, birds like geese and swans travel thousands of miles south with an annual pilgrimage, a testament to the free spirit of the wheel, and symbolizing the search for new horizons and experiences.

In all of us, there’s a similar tension between our primal ape brain and our more existential aspirations.

Greek legend named the symbol of Sagittarius as Crotus. And unlike the unruly centaurs before him, he was raised on Mount Helicon under the Muses.

The Muses are symbols of divine inspiration, the embodiments of poetry, art, and knowledge.

Living in their presence, Crotus absorbed their gifts, becoming a bridge between the wild and the cultivated, between physical prowess and inspired creativity.

Legend says that he created the bow and arrow. In a world of chaos and unpredictability, he invented a way to focus his desires. He fused instinct with purpose, giving us the story of how Sagittarian energy works.

The upward-pointing arrow of the Archer calls to something deep within us—a longing to break boundaries, to explore, new places and new ways of thinking and being.

In the body and mind, this is movement. Sagittarius has an innate restlessness, an impulse to look beyond immediate horizons, seeking answers to questions that can feel as vast as the sky.

Sagittarius and the Body

Mobility, Flexibility, and the Processing of Nutrients and Toxins

• Liver: The liver plays a key role in processing what we take in, helping us handle indulgences and maintain balance of fat. Especially in a season of celebration and feasting, paying attention to liver health allows us to enjoy ourselves and stay healthy.

Tips for the Season

1. Engage in Regular Physical Activity: Embrace activities that strengthen and stretch the hips and thighs. This could be anything from a morning yoga routine to an evening walk.

2. Focus on Liver Health: Incorporate a diet rich in fruits, vegetables, and whole grains. Consider herbal supplements or teas known for supporting liver function.

3. Mind Your Posture: Especially important for those who sit for extended periods. Taking breaks to stretch can make a big difference.
   

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