Month: November 2024

This week, as Mars steps into fiery Leo and the waxing moon travels through Sagittarius, Capricorn, and Aquarius, our focus shifts from introspection to vibrant self-expression. Mars in Leo is an especially dynamic influence, with both Mars and Leo powered by the element of fire, bringing passion and courage to the forefront.

Meanwhile, the waxing moon is also building momentum, guiding us into action. Early in the week the moon in Sagittarius, stirs up excitement and open-mindedness; mid-week in the sign of Capricorn, she encourages discipline and determination; and later in the week in Aquarius, she brings fresh insights and innovation. Together, these energies create the ideal atmosphere for creative self-expression, starting a new project or goal, as well as romantic pursuits.

Your tarot theme card for this week is the Queen of Wands—one of my favorites! She embodies confidence, charm, creativity, and a hint of magic. The Queen of Wands urges you to seize the moment should the opportunity arise, to let your unique gifts shine. Your super-power lies in embracing who you are: unique, authentic, intelligent, and beautiful. What are you waiting for? The fiery feminine spirit of the Queen of Wands encourages you to step into the spotlight and take center stage in your life or a situation. I recommend pulling up your natal chart to locate 1 degree Leo. The house where this point falls will offer additional insights into which area of your life is being highlighted by this energy.

The Knight of Swords as a clarifier, is swooping in with a surge of focus, quick thinking, and unstoppable momentum. Check out that galloping horse! Where the Queen of Wands encourages self-expression and creativity, the Knight of Swords speaks of taking decisive action sooner rather than later. If you have been sitting on the fence for a while now or procrastinating, the Knight of Swords is lighting a fire under your behind encouraging you to get moving!

November is an exciting month in astrology, and your reading for this first week is very positive, suggesting the promise of some powerful breakthroughs for many of you out there. With Mars in Leo and the moon’s ingress supporting bold, strategic moves, you are encouraged to have confidence in yourself, your goals, and the ideas you have for achieving them; even if a few of those ideas are a bit unconventional.

I love you all, 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   

The Scorpio new moon on November 1st, 2024, invites us into a deep, introspective phase of transformation and renewal. This new moon is a beautiful, yet potent energy to work with if you are ready to unearth what has been lying beneath the surface to apply healing and closure to old wounds that may have been festering for some time.

Interestingly enough, one of Scorpio’s body correspondences, is that of the bowels and excretory system. Figuratively, this new moon invites you to release attachments of the past that are no longer viable, and perhaps have even grown toxic, to create space for new intentions, dreams, goals, and experiences. Scorpio is real and raw, and often Scorpio season is the time when we come face to face with our fears and not so pleasant truths that wake us up from the slumber of our routine. Everything is going along just fine and then…

The “zombie” you thought you’d buried long ago rises from the grave and comes knocking on your door, and you find yourself thinking, “Well, isn’t this interesting”. Around the time of this new moon, an old dynamic or situation may come back around, wearing a familiar theme, though the faces may (or may not) have changed. Maybe something is said, or a secret is revealed. You thought Halloween was over, and then whoops – someone’s mask slips. Suddenly, the bare bones are exposed, and you see things exactly as they are.

This Scorpio new moon is a chance to confront what’s been hidden in the shadows and to decide if it’s time to put this ghost to rest for good. This is your moment to reclaim your sovereignty, and move forward with a lighter, wiser, heart and soul.

Death is the card that corresponds to Scorpio in the tarot major arcana, and the card that follows it is Temperance. I often refer to Temperance as my ‘spiritual alchemy’ card because it encourages us to combine various elements—emotions, experiences, ideas, as well as the shadow aspects of ourselves and others – to create something new that is more refined and whole.

It corresponds to the sign of Sagittarius, which brings the wisdom of new philosophies, growth, and a sense of freedom. This card reminds you to be patient with yourself as you integrate life’s changes and experiences, allowing time and grace to bring your inner and outer worlds back into balance.

As you step into the energy of this Scorpio new moon, view it as an invitation to release what no longer serves your path and to embrace life’s changes with courage and openness. The Scorpion’s stinger is potent; it holds poison that can kill, but it can also heal.

Trust in the process of divine alchemy, knowing that every ending opens a door to something new and meaningful. I feel this is a heavy time for many of you out there. Don’t give up. Continue moving forward—your path is guiding you out of the darkness and back towards the light.

Some ways to work with this energy:

New moons are a time for new intentions. Write your goals on a petition and place it under your candle plate as the candle burns. Afterwards burn the petition to release it. You may also want to consider lighting an ancestor candle, asking your beloved ancestors for help with a situation or your goals.

As a water sign, Scorpio’s energy lends itself beautifully to a ritual bath, allowing you to immerse fully in its transformative vibe while meditating and cleanse your aura. Enhance this ritual with sea salt, herbs, and essential oils—or try a ready-made ritual bath kit—to enhance your intentions.

Candle colors: White, black, red, brown, burgundy, light green (aquamarine)

Crystals: aquamarine, smoky quartz, ruby, opal, rhodochrosite, malachite, mahogany obsidian, topaz, peridot, labradorite, apache tears, unakite and kunzite.

I am sending you all healing and blessings for this Scorpio new moon!

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