Treasure Map 2017
What are the times and
dates for Treasure Map?
March 27, 2017 10:57pm EDT
March 27, 2017 9:57pm CDT
March 27, 2017 8:57pm MDT
March 27, 2017 7:57pm PDT
March 28 at 2:57am Greenwich Mean Time
This is when the Aries New Moon launches. The new phase of the
new moon lasts about 2.5 days. This year Crescent phase (of the Aries lunar
cycle) begins:
March 31, 2017 5:55am EDT
March 31, 2017 4:55am CDT
March 31, 2017 3:55am MDT
March 31, 2017 2:55am PDT
It would be great if you could make your map during the New
Phase. But if you cannot then try to get it done before Full Moon
April 11 2:09am EDT
April 11 1:09am CDT
April 11 12:09am MDT
April 10 at 11:09pm PDT
And
if you can't make that deadline then skip it this year.
One special note,
Mercury turns retrograde on April 9th. Some of you may want to get
it done before that date but there are others of you who will probably need the
retrograde to get your mojo together to make the map. Instead of thinking you are making a mistake
making your map during the Mercury retrograde you may instead be putting long
neglected items on your map that have needed your attention but you missed
it. Now with the retrograde they finally
got your attention.
WHAT IS A TREASURE MAP?
A treasure map is a collage made of photos, magazines pictures,
words, pieces of things that make sense to you. Whatever you want
and you put them on a foam core board or cardboard or something strong that can
handle the collage. This collage is something you can look at all year
and it will be your 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 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 don’t have a
fig of an idea what you want for your new year. This is the beauty of the
process. Building a Treasure Map you get to sit down and figure it
out. Please give yourself the time to do it. Yes, I want you
to be just that selfish and dare to dream.
Why do we do it now and not January?
Treasure Maps are made during Aries new moon changes from year
to year and this year, it will take place on March 27, 2017 10:57pm EDT
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 19. 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. 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 then put up
words. It is just important for you to SEE THEM.
If you want to read about Aries New Moon 2017 you can go
HERE.
So, I'm going to be busy on March 27 can I start it before the
27th?
NO.
Do I have to buy a bunch of magazines, I'm broke, can I just
borrow some old ones from friends
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 magazines because I wanted lots of choices. But with time, I now only
get a few magazines. I never borrowed magazines from friends however I have
friends who do use borrowed magazines and were happy with their results. So, it
really is your call. But if you do borrow magazine, make sure they are put away
until March 27 so they are fresh to you on that date.
What if I don't want magazine photos, can I just use my own
pictures? Like my husband, my kids, etc.?
Sure. I usually scanned them or printed new ones so that I would
not wreck my originals.
Again it is your call.
Do I only focus on things?
Heck no! I would encourage you to also focus on beliefs
and environments. Affirmations like “I’m abundant” or “I am always feeling
loved” “My health is vibrant.” “My partner and I are always growing closer.”
Can I paint or write on my Treasure Map?
Of course! Be as creative as you want. You can
write on your map, or paint your map again, whatever you want. I
often type up affirmations and put them on the map. Be sure that
they are in present tense. For example, don’ t do “I will be financially solid” versus,
“I’m financially secure.” And some gratitude is good as well, “I’m
grateful that my family has optimal health.”
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 have used the
feng shui baguas as a 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 there. 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 people are more comfortable with cyber maps, which are
always in sight 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?
Perfect
Scenario
In a perfect world we would all have our Treasure Maps done in
the New Phase of the Aries lunar cycle which ends...
March 31, 2017 5:55am EDT
March 31, 2017 4:55am CDT
March 31, 2017 3:55am MDT
March 31, 2017 2:55am PDT
But of course not everyone can have their map finished by March
31. No problem.
You can push your date to one minute before Full Moon
April 11 2:09am EDT
April 11 1:09am CDT
April 11 12:09am MDT
April 10 at 11:09pm PDT
And that’s it. If you don’t have your map completed by
Full Moon, then skip the map this year.
Do I have to do it alone or can I do it with friends?
You can do it either way. Alone or with friends.
Do I have to finish it all at one sitting?
No. You can cut stuff out
with friends maybe stick a few things and then finish alone in your home and
relax into it.
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. Which helps them to think
beyond themselves, always a good thing, 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 piece of orange paper and write down wishes
or affirmations during Treasure Map time. Sometimes I felt like I needed to
switch to 'less is more' after several years of mapping. (However, I
would encourage newcomers to make the actual maps.) For those more
seasoned, if you really don't feel the call then just write your desires down
on 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 there is something still not ready. It might be something you
are aware of for example one cyber friend shifted her map from year one to year
two by focusing on less things. She had overwhelmed herself with her
first map and had some small successes but the second year when it was less she
had more results. And some successes needed a couple of maps to get
it done. Sometimes, a Mapper had to move or change jobs in
one year and then the following year the big get arrived. I’m
thinking of one person who wanted a pregnancy but what happened was she and her
husband had to move before it happened. She didn’t know that on the first
map. I guess the little soul needed to come through in a different
state! Anyway, follow your gut and put up what you really want and
don’t lose hope if it takes a little longer.
I'm really excited is there anything I can do now before
Treasure Map to help my map?
Yes, yes, yes.... The period just before the Treasure Map is
called the balsamic phase. Which is the end of the last year’s Treasure Map
cycle. 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 time, my life in general for more? If the
answer is no. Then start housecleaning!
And don’t forget your mental housekeeping! Are you caring
beliefs that no longer serve you? Are you carrying grudges or fears that
are no longer serving you? Meditate on them, thank them for their help in
your past, write it down on a piece of paper and burn it.
Send them bye-bye so you can be ready to start your new life!
Clear out the stuff between now and March 27th. 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
please 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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