One week from today I expect all of you to be deep into making your treasure maps.
The TM window opens up on March 30th (2:44pm EDT) with the Aries New Moon. This year's treasure map is aruably one of the most potent Aries New Moon of the century so this would be THE year to make a map. You can read about New Moon HERE.
For those who don't know about Treasure Maps, here is your cheat sheet.
Buz Myers
A special thank you to Buz Myers who introduced me
to Treasure Maps in the Spring of 1996.
That year I made my first map with my two friends Ann and Margaret. Two months later I met the man who would
become my husband who looked very similar to the ‘guy’ I put on my map. 18
years later we are still trucking through life together with great joy. I am forever indebted to Buz a magnificent
astrologer and teacher. Blessing to you,
Buz. –Tracy
WHAT IS A TREASURE MAP?
A treasure map is a collage made of photos, magazines pictures, words, affirmations,
pieces of things that make sense to you.
You put these images on a foam core board or just cardboard or just
something strong that can handle the collage...you put them all together so you
can look at it...it will be a MAP of what you want for the coming year.
WHAT DO YOU MEAN, "What do I want for the coming year?"
Exactly what it says. Do you want a new house, a new job, a larger income, a new
living room, better health, stronger marriage, reconnect with people, a bigger
family, a bigger community? Do you want to write your book? Do you want a new
car? What is it you want?
Do you even know what you want? If you are like many of us, you are so busy
running around, taking care of everyone else that you might not have a fig of
an idea what you want for your new year...that is the beauty of this process.
You must sit down and figure it out...give yourself this time to do it. Be just
that selfish and dare to dream.
Why do we do it now and not January?
Treasure Maps are made during the Aries new moon. Aries new moon change from
year to year and this year, 2014 it will
take place on March 30 at 2:44pm EDT
The maps are made on Aries new moon, because that is the first sign of the
zodiac. Aries is when you plant your seeds. It is the real beginning of the New
Year. It should not be confused with the first day of spring, which was on
March 20. New moon means the sun and
moon are in the same degree. For those who don't know much about astrology
(which is totally okay) Aries is the sign of SIGHT. So, that's why it is so
important to have pictures of what you want. You need to visualize it. Or if
you don't do photos/pictures.. Put up words. It is just important for you to
SEE THEM.
So, I'm going to be busy on March 30 can
I start it before the 30th?
NO.
Do I have to buy a bunch of magazines, I'm broke, can I just borrow some old
ones from friends
Personally, when I started my treasure maps I always did them with fresh new
magazines. And in the old days, (not married, no children) I spent a lot of
dough on them because I wanted lots of choices. But with time, I now only get a
few magazines. I never borrowed magazines from friends however I know that
there are people who did it in previous years and they were happy with their
results. So, it really is your call. But if you do borrow them make sure they
are put away until March 30th so they are fresh to you on that date. And of course downloading photos from the
internet is very helpful.
What if I don't want magazine photos, can I just use my own pictures.. like
my husband, my baby etc?
Sure. I usually scanned or color xeroxed them so that I would not wreck my
originals.
You can also paint what you want. Again it is your call.
Do I only focus on things?
Heck no! I would also encourage you to focus on Affirmations like “I’m abundant” or “I am
always feeling loved” “My health is vibrant.” “My partner and I are always
growing closer.”
Is there any pattern I have to use when I put the photos or the words on my
board?
No you can do it anyway you want.
I will say that in previous years my friends and I used to use the feng shui
baguas for my pattern. Basically I would break up the board into 9 areas. A
grid like this:
123
456
789
1-abundance
2-fame/reputation
3-relationship
4-family
5-health
6-creativity
7-self-knowledge (and travel)
8-work
9-helpful people and angels.
If you use the feng shui baguas, you will naturally cover most all areas of
your life..as you can see it is all represented. But again, you don’t have to
do it that way. Some people have even
made round boards.
Can I build a cyber map?
Many mappers are more comfortable with cyber maps, which are
always on their computer.
And they have had success.
Again, it is your call, do what your heart calls you to do.
How much time do I have to build my map?
Ideally you should build your map during the new phase of Aries, which this
year would be between:
March 30 (2:44pm EDT) and April 3 (5:03am EDT )
If you can’t do it in the first 3 days then try to get done
before first quarter moon, which is April
7 at 4:30am EDT
If you can’t get it done in by April 7
Then get it done by April
15 3:42am
If you can’t get it done by that date---then skip it this year.
Do I have to do it alone
or can I do it with friends?
You can do it either way. I build mine with my 2 other friends. We are like
family and it felt so right to do it with them. We started them together. I know
that there are several people who have little parties where they invite those
close to them over. I will say this, it is a lot of fun to do maps with
friends--we would all pass around the magazines.. "Hey, I found a great
beach bungalow does anyone need a beach vacation? Or it would be, "I have
got to lose 10 pounds, any ideas what I should put on my map?" and low and
behold someone will come up with a good suggestion.
Do i have to finish it all at one sitting?
No. Often I used to cut my stuff out with my friends. Maybe glue a little thing
here or there and then take it home and finish it over the course of a day or
two.
Can my kids do it with me?
Yes! It is great for them to focus and think about what they want. Have them
build their own maps. They also might give you their thoughts about what they
think you should have in your life. Helps them to think beyond them, right?
Does it work?
Yep.
Okay. I don't want to sound like a spoilsport but I’m just not interested in
building a collage, can I do something else?
Sure you can take a nice piece of orange paper and write down wishes or
affirmations during Treasure Map time. My wishes can sometimes feel like
prayers and they are much broader in my desires. But I will say this, I felt
like I needed to switch to 'less is more' after several years of mapping. So, I
had a lot under my belt. I would encourage newcomers to make the actual maps.
But if you really don't feel the call then just write your desires down. I like
orange paper. So, vibrant. So Aries.
Is it ok to have things continue over to the next year? Long-term, ongoing
stuff that has progressed but needs to continue to progress?
Yes. Of course. But with a small caveat. My experience after doing these for
years is that when something really takes time and doesn't gel in the first
year then there is something still not right yet. It might be something you are
aware of...like one cyber friend shifted from her map from year one to year two
by focusing on less things. That kind of energy is really important. What I
mean.. is it is NOT important to put up less. It is important to go into your gut and say what do I REALLY
WANT.
You may need to shift something about your long range goals. My sense is that
they need a wee bit refining or broadening. Just a thought. But definitely
don't give up on the dream.
I'm really excited is there anything I can do now before Treasure Map to
help my map?
Yes, yes, yes.... I said this in previous years and I'll remind everyone now.
The period just before the Treasure Map is called the balsamic phase. Which is
the end of the moon's phase. This is the phase when we get rid of stuff. Get
rid of clutter. Get rid of things that are bugging us. Get rid of ick. Try if
you can to clear some space in your life so you can be ready for the treasure
map. Remember, Einstein said, "NO TWO THINGS CAN OCCUPY THE SAME
SPACE." Read that several times... now ask yourself, do I have space in my
house, my family, my brain, my time, my life in general for more? If the answer
is no. Then start housecleaning!
Clear out the stuff between now and March 30. Now do you understand why it is
important not to start your map before the new time?
By the way, I personally don't buy any of my supplies before the New starts.
But I know some of you can't do that..so if you must buy before. Put it aside
and don't touch it until the new. Don't thumb through magazines. Leave it all
be.
Good luck and dream big!
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