The nine of wands & the four of wands from the Rider Waite Smith tarot deck
Chiron retrograde in Aries from July 26-December 29, 2024, is a powerful time for healing and self-discovery. This period encourages the collective to reflect on old wounds and unresolved issues, particularly those related to our sense of self-identity, our voice and personal power. This is a highly charged time as the astrological dark feminine archetype, Black Moon Lilith accompanies the South node, in the opposite sign of Libra – which represents justice, laws, contracts, marriage and partnerships.
How interesting as during this transit, we appear to be witnessing key core unresolved societal attitudes and power dynamics from the past, currently being brought back up front and center for reevaluation and reassessment.
Chiron “the wounded healer” retrograde in powerful Aries can be a bit triggering as it is a “in your face” type energy. The motto for Aries is “I am” after all. So do your best to be patient with yourself and others as we are all feeling a bit on edge. But on the positive side, the collective is being strongly invited, to witness the events transpiring, that before were hidden behind closed doors and smiling faces, and carefully observe, reflect, and assess your own feelings and thoughts about what you are being shown.
On an individual level, look up your personal natal chart online and find the house where 23 degrees Aries is located. This is the area of your life that will be most personally impacted by Chiron’s retrograde, highlighting where you may need to confront and heal past wounds or challenges to foster your own empowerment, personal growth, and your soul’s evolution. Black Moon Lilith is currently at 3 degrees Libra, so you may find it helpful to include this aspect as well, for additional insights.
If you all would like me to do a post in the future on the astrological aspects of Black Moon Lilith, and how she impacts our natal chart, let me know in the comments! If you would like to schedule a private reading to delve into these energies further, please contact me through my website: www.firemoonalchemy.com
The tarot card corresponding to the new moon in Leo is the Six of Wands
The upcoming new moon in Leo on August 4th, is a beautiful time to set intentions in the areas of your life related to creativity, self-expression, romance, and confidence. Leo energy is big and bold, and encourages you to tap into your passions and let your unique talents and individuality shine. As new moons symbolize new beginnings, whatever your goals are, a Leo new moon is an auspicious energy to collaborate with, to increase your chances of a successful outcome.
As this new moon is well aspected to Mars and Jupiter, which are both in the sign of communicative Gemini, innovative ideas or a surge of creativity may inspire you to take a bold step in a new, positive direction. However this resonates for you, this new moon supports your decisions and efforts to do what you need to do, to have a life that you are excited to get out of bed for!
In love, Leo energy encourages grand gestures and heartfelt connections. If you are in a relationship, tap into Leo’s romantic side by engaging in activities with your partner that will rekindle the spark as you both have fun together. Don’t be afraid to let loose and be a little silly! If you have been wanting to try something new in the intimate department, Leo energy is more than happy to support your passionate endeavors! For those who are single, fix yourself up and put yourself out there! Go out with friends, laugh, and have fun! Your positive vibes will naturally sync with the Leo new moon energy to attract someone to you who will be captivated by your unique style and carefree attitude. If you are a Leo sun, moon or rising, your charms may be amplified during this new moon cycle. So be discerning, but kind, and try not to break too many hearts
As a final note, I do want to mention that this new moon coincides closely with Mercury retrograde, which occurs on August 5th. This astrological combination is conducive to introspection and second chances. Don’t be surprised if a missed opportunity from the past comes back around, or if you have the chance to amend, reconcile, edit, redo, or complete something in the next 30 days. You will feel satisfied and/or relieved that this is done, as it allows you to move on or move up, however the case may be.
OK, so how do we tap into the energy of this dynamic new moon?
Leo’s planetary ruler is the sun. Its element is fire. Keywords are confidence, beauty, love, passion, romance, fun, creativity, self-expression, charisma, luck, vitality, strength, success, & leadership.
Self-love (or couples) activities such as getting a massage, manicure/pedicure, getting your hair done, etc. Pamper yourself a little bit! Consider starting a new creative endeavor and/or try something that requires courage and expands your comfort zone. Journal and/or make a vision board, spend time outside with people, children, and pets that you love, challenge yourself by setting a new personal, professional or fitness goal for the next 30 days, wear items that make you feel outgoing, confident, and attractive.
For my magically inclined people, candle magic and “glamours” are just the ticket for a Leo new moon!
Colors: gold, yellow, orange, purple, red, white.
Leo crystals:
1. Carnelian: This vibrant orange stone boosts courage, motivation, and creativity.
2. Sunstone: As its name suggests, Sunstone is all about harnessing the power of the Sun. It promotes self-confidence, joy, and a positive outlook on life.
3. Tiger’s Eye: Known for its protective and grounding properties, Tiger’s Eye boosts confidence and courage inspiring us to take bold steps and tap into our inner power.
4. Citrine: Attracts success, joy, and prosperity. Enhances creativity.
5. Amber: Promotes a sense of wellbeing. Its “warm” tone helps to maintain a joyful, optimistic outlook.
6. Peridot: Helps to balance emotions, reduces stress, and supports gentle, personal growth.
7. Pyrite: A powerful stone for manifestation and abundance. It also offers psychic protection, grounds & balances the mind, body & spirit, helps clear negative patterns and enhances willpower.
Christine Mann (Fire Moon Alchemy) is a gifted intuitive that specializes in tarot, astrology & numerology. She is available for private readings and public & private events. She can be contacted through her website:www.firemoonalchemy.com.
Four of Pentacles & Four of Cups from the Rider Waite Smith tarot deck
This is a special full moon, as it is the second consecutive full moon in the sign of Capricorn in the last 30 days! The previous one was on June 21st. Having two full moons back to back occur in the same sign is quite rare. Consider this a second chance for us to address the Capricorn themed areas of our life. As this moon occurs on the 29th degree of this sign, this is your message to make those final revisions and/or get moving to implement plans or goals that were put into place last month. For some of you, this full moon may coincide with, or urge you to, make an important decision or have the final word, such as in a conversation or this could be your signature on a document or contract.
Let’s discuss the tarot cards associated with this transit to see what insights they have for us!
First, we have the Four of Pentacles which represents the Moon in Capricorn. There’s a strong focus on your responsibilities and ambitions with this card. Often it comes up in my readings when the message is to be frugal with your finances and to be mindful of where your resources are going.
Fours in the tarot represent stability, and the element of earth speaks of physical, tangible things that are pertinent to our survival, such as our health, money, career, home, etc. More than ever nowadays, it is important for everyone to review their goals and spending to be sure you are building a solid foundation for the future. But be careful of becoming overly rigid with your finances (i.e., pennywise and dollar foolish). The energy of Capricorn encourages us to be disciplined and responsible, but to also maintain a healthy balance between frugal and “cheap”.
The Four of Cups corresponds to the Sun in Cancer. This card has a cynical vibe to it. You could be feeling a bit stuck or dissatisfied, even though most likely, you have good things around you. With the Sun in the sign of Cancer opposite this full moon, collectively, we might be feeling more sensitive than usual. If you have been feeling bored or unfulfilled lately, this is a reminder to look within and see why you are feeling that way. Your intuition may be nudging you to make some changes.
So, how you balance these energies to make the most of this Capricorn full moon? It’s a great time for reflection and planning. Take a moment to appreciate what you have now and what you’ve achieved in the last 30 days (it’s probably more than you realize), and to think about what your next steps should be on a goal, plan or project. Budget funds to take care of routine maintenance and small repairs to cross them off your “to do” list and to prevent larger problems in the future.
The Four of Cups can indicate burnout. Remember to balance your hard work with self-care. Try to break up your routine once a while to freshen up your mental outlook. Be on the lookout for opportunities and blessings that appear in unexpected ways, and try to practice an “attitude of gratitude” whenever possible.
As full moons can signifiy a time of completion, it may be time to let go of things that no longer serve you or that have become an energy or financial drain. This will give you some peace of mind and make space for the aforementioned opportunities and blessings to come in!
For my crystal loving friends, below are some excellent crystals that resonate with the Capricorn energy:
1. Garnet: Known for both its grounding and energizing properties, garnet helps us to stay focused on our goals and enhances our vitality.
2. Black Onyx: This stone protects us from negative energy and fosters emotional stability.
3. Smoky Quartz: A grounding stone, smoky quartz helps us connect to the earth, and helps us stay focused on our ambitions. It also is effective at dispelling negative energy and promotes a practical, yet positive mental outlook.
4. Fluorite: Known for its ability to enhance mental clarity and focus, fluorite can help us stay organized and efficient. It also supports decision-making and problem-solving.
5. Black Tourmaline: This protective stone can help shield us from negative energy, helping us stay grounded. Wearing or holding black tourmaline promotes a feeling of security and security. This stone can be too “heavy” for very sensitive people, so you may need to experiment with this stone.
6. Hematite: A grounding and balancing stone, hematite is very effective at keeping us focused on the task at hand. It also enhances strength and endurance. This is another “heavy” stone, so if you are sensitive, just like with black tourmaline above, pay attention to how you feel when working with it.
7. Tiger’s Eye: Known for its ability to enhance willpower and courage, tiger’s eye can help us stay determined and confident when pursuing our goals.
8. Malachite: This stone of transformation can help us release negative patterns and encourages us to flow with positive change. It is also an effective stone for protection, it’s green color corresponds with money and abundance, and it fosters emotional balance and personal growth. Malachite is one of my favorites!
