What transformative gifts does the new moon solar eclipse in Libra have in store for you? Take a moment to reflect on the cards and choose the one that most resonates to you.
Ok, are you ready? Read your messages below:
Which card are you drawn to? One, two or three?
Card #1: Justice upright
The Justice card from the Rider Waite Smith tarot deck
The Justice card upright is a beacon of light for you during this eclipse, bringing that much-needed balance back into your life. If things have felt a bit off-kilter or unfair lately, fear not—the universe is stepping in to set the scales right. This is a time for clarity and honesty, especially in your relationships and dealings.
You are advised to make decisions that reflect your true values and not to compromise on what matters most to you. Karma is on the move, and what comes around goes around as they say. Trust the process and remember that the truth will always come out. Your justice and/or fair share is on the way and harmony will be restored.
Card #2: The High Priestess
The High Priestess card from the Rider Waite Smith tarot deck
This eclipse is activating your intuitive senses in a big way! The High Priestess encourages you to pay attention to what is NOT being said, so observe more and speak less during this time. A secret may be revealed or perhaps a deeper understanding unfolds, either by spoken word or your inner knowing, revealing a previously hidden truth regarding a person or situation.
Spirit is guiding you with profound wisdom during this time, pay attention to the signs and synchronicities around you; they are not mere coincidences, but messages from a higher source. Your path after this eclipse is illuminated by the light of truth. Trust yourself more, as you hold the keys to your own understanding.
Card #3: The Lovers
The Lovers card from the Rider Waite Smith tarot deck
This eclipse presents a significant choice for you. You may find yourself at a crossroads when it comes to matters of the heart. Whether it’s about love, a partnership, or a major life decision, the path of harmony and truth is calling you. Trust your heart —this may mean taking those first initial steps in a new direction or making bold changes.
This is a pivotal moment of transformation, as the eclipse reveals a path or option that resonates with your soul. Your mind may be mulling over the decision, but deep down, your heart has already made its choice.
Ah, the energy this week feels potent and transformative, and I know you all are feeling it too, with the new moon solar eclipse in Libra on October 2nd as the primary focus. This transit with its themes of balance, harmony, and justice, is inviting you to take a closer look at where things may feel out of sync in your relationships and interactions with others. So, if something feels “off” in your connections; whether with a partner, friend, or business colleague, this new moon solar eclipse will help you to initiate positive changes that recalibrate the scales.
This transit is all about release as it is occurring on the south node axis, encouraging you to let go of what no longer serves your current path. As you move through this week, you may find yourself shedding old habits or ways of relating to others that contribute to unbalanced power dynamics. This energy may manifest for you in subtle ways or something bigger, depending on your experience. Some of you may decide to have that honest heart-to-heart conversation or set a firm boundary that has been long overdue. You may decide to end a relationship, or find fresh, creative ways to work together to strengthen one.
The formation of alliances and adversaries are possible this week! Yes, Libra strives for harmony and balance, but it is also the sign of hidden enemies. Solar eclipses have a way of uncovering things, and we have Mercury in the sign of Libra and Venus in the sign of Scorpio during this time, so don’t be surprised if a sudden shift or revelation comes to light. This may feel destabilizing at first or may come as a confirmation or relief. Whatever the case may be, a beneficial aspect of this transit is that you are well supported to calmly and directly make a solid choice, negotiate more favorable terms, or face an uncomfortable situation head-on.
This is beautiful time of inner transformation for you, as you reclaim your personal sovereignty and align with a more authentic and heart-centered version of yourself.
Some ways you can support yourself this week are:
Setting healthy boundaries by communicating your needs clearly and calmly. You may be tested if others are used to your compromising, so be kind, but firm.
Movement such as gentle yoga, a walk outside, etc. will help you stay grounded and encourage your body to gently release excess energy and emotions. Reiki and energy work can also be extremely supportive during this time.
Prioritize rest. Eclipses are intense which can make you feel more tired than usual. Make space for some extra downtime and avoid overwhelming yourself with social commitments if you are not up to it. It’s okay to say no.
Reach out for support if needed. Talking it out with a friend, relative or your local professional tarot reader (shameless plug), can be a tremendous help to relieve temporary anxiety and pent-up emotions, as well as can offer you valuable insights that bring clarity to a situation.
Engage in something creative that you love to do. Creative outlets are necessary for our well-being. They are therapeutic in their own right, as they nourish our soul.
Crystals you may find helpful to work with are rose quartz, amethyst, citrine, lapis lazuli, hematite, black obsidian, lepidolite, blue lace agate and moonstone.
I love you all, have a wonderful week!
Christine Mann (Fire Moon Alchemy) is a gifted intuitive that specializes in tarot, astrology & numerology. She is currently the Thursday in-house reader at Indigo Moons. She is also available for private readings and public & private events. She can be contacted through her website:www.firemoonalchemy.com
Mabon (Autumn Equinox) celebrates the change in the seasons
Mabon, observed in September at the autumn equinox (this year it is September 22), traditionally celebrates the bounty of the second harvest and the winding down of the growing season.
Astrologically, it marks the beginning of the sun’s transit through the sign of Libra, and the 24-hour window of time when the day and night are of equal length, just before the northern hemisphere begins its descent into the darker half of the year.
This is a most magical time as we celebrate the changing of the seasons! The leaves begin to turn from green to yellow, red and brown and the air begins to feel crisp and cool. The preparation of comfort foods such as homemade breads, pies, cakes, and stews fill the air with the most delicious aromas. As the earth slows down, she invites us to slow down too. Turn down the lights, grab a little treat and light some candles. In the dim light of the amber glow of the room, you can’t help but to take a deep breath, let it out, give thanks, relax, and reconnect.
Mabon celebrations vary, but the common themes are balance, reflection, community, and gratitude. Some celebrate by quietly reflecting on their personal journeys, evaluating the past year’s achievements and challenges. Others by participating in rituals and group activities wherein everyone enjoys a prepared feast of homemade dishes, desserts and seasonal produce which symbolizes the bounty of the “harvest” and the interconnectedness of life.
Mabon invites us to embrace the shift from summer’s exuberant energy to the quieter, more introspective phase of autumn. In modern times, we often forget that nature is not separate from us; it flows through us. By acknowledging this special day, we honor our humanity and our connection to the Earth’s cycles. As we align our mind, body, and spirit with nature’s rhythms, we recognize the significance of both light and dark in our lives, as well as the many shades of gray that exist between them.
A few meaningful ways you can celebrate Mabon are:
Create an altar: Set up an altar in your home with autumn themed items such as apples, pumpkins, fall leaves, twinkle lights, wheat, flowers, herbs, food offerings, acorns, earth-colored candles, a cauldron, incense burner, statues, crystals, etc.
Perform a candle ritual. Some theme ideas are: balance, letting go/release, gratitude, prosperity, abundance, peaceful home, good health, and protection.
Find a public group or community that is having a Mabon celebration and ask to join. I suggest you check with your local metaphysical stores first as they may be having events or will be able to guide you to reputable sources.
Support your local community by shopping at a small business and leaving a positive review if you enjoyed your experience.
Prepare a meal and share your harvest with those you care about, or pamper yourself as you enjoy a quiet evening at home with a tasty treat!
Journal and reflect on the past year. What you’ve accomplished, the lessons you’ve learned and what you are grateful for.
Go out in nature to appreciate the changing seasons. While you are out, mindfully collect natural items for your altar such as branches, feathers, pinecones, stones, etc. You can also leave offerings for the nature spirits. Be sure any foods that you put out are safe and healthy for wildlife to consume.
Honor the earth by planting a tree, tending to your garden, participating in a local clean-up effort, or volunteering at an animal shelter. If you don’t have time to volunteer, consider making a small donation.
Happy Mabon & Autumn Equinox everyone!
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.
This week, eclipse season is underway, beginning with the Full Harvest Moon partial eclipse in the sign of Pisces on Tuesday evening. I want to reassure everyone, eclipse energy can be unpredictable, but it is nothing to fear. If it is stirring things up for you, it is a sign that your internal compass is realigning you to a more beneficial path.
Work with this energy by slowing down and reflecting on what is or has been holding you back, and ways that you can make space for growth. This partial eclipse on the Pisces-Virgo axis, is inspiring creative ideas, the release of karmic patterns, healing, and healthy perspective shifts. Listen to your inner voice this week, as it will reveal insights and solutions that will prove to be quite helpful over the upcoming three to six months.
See my previous post for more details about this transit.
On September 18th the waning moon moves into Aries, and then into Taurus on the 20th. Meanwhile, the sun is in its final days in the sign of Virgo. This beautiful energy invites you to clear out the cobwebs and begin to think about how to implement some of those epiphanies that came through with the Pisces full moon! You may have some decisions to make later in the week. Take the time that you need but try not to sit on the fence too long! In your heart, you already know the answer.
As a reminder, the waning moon cycle is an excellent time for clearing energy. Spiritual baths, return to sender spells, chord cutting and releasing rituals, as well as cleansing yourself and your space with a smudge stick or spray are a few ways you can work with a waning moon to phase out what needs to go.
This weekend is the September equinox which officially kicks off the fall season! I’ll be uploading a post for this shortly, so stay tuned. Meanwhile, put out those fall decorations and enjoy a pumpkin spice latte to lift your spirits! You could use some lighthearted fun after that intense full moon earlier in the week!
Have a great week!
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.
What message does Friday the 13th have for you? The Magician from The Wandering Star tarot deck
I decided to do a random tarot card pull today, and well, well, well, it is none other than The Magician card that came flying out of the deck! This is a positive confirmation that the universe is aligning with your thoughts, and where your thoughts go, your energy flows, so be mindful of where you are focusing your attention. There is a feeling of potential in the air, as if anything is possible, and indeed it is, as it’s Friday the 13th after all.
Today and through the weekend, remember you that you are the architect of your own destiny and that the only limits to your potential are the ones that you place on yourself. Happy Friday the 13th everyone. Stay in your magic!
~Fire Moon Alchemy
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.
The Full Moon Lunar Eclipse in Pisces on September 17th is the first set of eclipses on the Virgo-Pisces axis that will continue until early 2027. This partial eclipse can also be considered a preview of the energetic signature we can expect to see when the north and south nodes shift away from the current Aries-Libra axis and onto the Pisces-Virgo axis in early 2025.
This transit occurs at 25 degrees in Pisces. Look up this coordinate in your personal natal chart, as this will give you an inkling of what areas of your life will be most affected by this lunar event.
Eclipses are known to facilitate change. As a lunar eclipse, this transit’s effects will be in general, more internalized, or this energy may reveal its wisdom and messages through the people closest to you. Acting as a metaphorical mirror, they may question or challenge you in some way. If this is your experience, pay attention to how you feel and what internal dialogue comes up for you during and after the interaction. Do your best to respond, not react. There is a message and/or lesson here for you. Go ahead and crack open that oyster and discover for yourself, the pearl of wisdom hidden inside.
Vivid dreams, epiphanies and insights are also likely to occur about a week before and after the full moon. Especially for my natural empaths out there. These intuitive “hits” serve as inspiration for new ideas, creative endeavors, plans, goals, healing, innovative solutions, and healthy perspective shifts. Be sure to journal your thoughts so that you can revisit and expand upon them later.
Opposing the moon, is the sun in Virgo, which is helping us to balance out all this watery energy. The Pisces-Virgo axis is where you are encouraged to find a way to bridge the two worlds of the spiritual and the physical, the dreamer and the doer. Even the best ideas need a practical plan of action, to manifest them into reality.
The sun and moon’s square to Jupiter in the sign of Gemini is a challenging aspect that can heighten mental activity during this time. You may be overthinking a situation or are finding it difficult to stay on task. Jupiter in Gemini may also stir up some gossip, so be careful of making assumptions, and do your best to stay in your own lane. This placement can also have you feeling quite energized and over-optimistic, which may have you tempted to take on more than you can realistically handle. If you are noticing any of these signs, this is your message that you need to ground your energy a bit. Take a step back, breathe, and slow down, in order to gain some clarity.
On a supportive note, the sun and moon form a beneficial aspect with Uranus in the sign of Taurus. Uranus, the planet of surprise and innovation, is here to shake things up in a positive way. This aspect is shifting the collective energies to align with opportunities and breakthroughs, especially related to Taurus themes of personal finances, physical health, self-esteem, love, beauty, and personal values.
This full moon transit will likely mark a significant turning point that serves as the catalyst for a positive shift or change. But I want to mention here, that there is no need to rush into a decision or plan (more on this in a moment). This is but the first of an approximately two-year eclipse cycle occurring on the Pisces-Virgo axis. And as I mentioned before, the north and south nodes, officially move onto this axis in January 2025. So, the first of the year, may be an opportune target date for some of you, giving you time to plan and/or prepare accordingly.
On a personal note, I am noticing this transit is having a surreal effect on the collective psyche. To put it simply, things just feel out of sorts right now, not everything is as it seems…
For those of you seeing this, my advice is to consider embodying the qualities of the High Priestess archetype of observing more and saying less for the time being. Her emotions and intuition serve her, not the other way around. Don’t be so quick to reveal your hand. After the full moon, when the energies even out, things will become clearer, and you’ll be glad that you did not succumb to an emotional impulse.
Some crystals that may help you process the heightened emotional and spiritual energy of this full moon lunar eclipse are:
Amethyst: Corresponding to the crown chakra, this stone is known for its calming and spiritual properties. It enhances intuition and one’s connection to the higher realms. Amethyst helps you stay centered and grounded, boosts self-esteem, and aids in overcoming addictions, unhealthy habits and subconscious patterns.
Labradorite: Labradorite with its beautiful flashes of color, helps you release old patterns and embrace change. It offers protection and enhances psychic abilities at the same time, making it an ideal choice to work with when tapping into Pisces dreamy, intuitive energy.
Aquamarine: This blue-green stone supports emotional release and helps you communicate your feelings more effectively. It promotes a healthy balance between your emotions and your practical side, which compliments the full moon lunar eclipse on the Pisces-Virgo axis quite well.
Selenite: This beautiful soft white crystal, is used for cleansing and connecting to higher realms. It is an ideal crystal to use when working with the moon as it is named after Selene, the moon goddess. It clears out negative energy and raises your vibration, allowing you to be a clear channel for spiritual insights and wisdom that may come through in the weeks leading up to and during, this full moon eclipse.
Smoky Quartz: One of my personal favorites, smoky quartz is an excellent grounding stone that neutralizes negative energy and helps to keep you calm and centered mentally and emotionally, which makes it ideal to wear, hold, or have in your space when you need a stabilizing influence.
Red Jasper: This red crystal connects you to the earth and promotes stability, strength, balance and endurance. Corresponding to the root chakra, this stone energizes, yet is grounding at the same time. It helps you stay positive while you navigate life’s challenges and changes, and keeps you focused on moving forward to achieve your goals.
