New Moon in Leo
This New Moon in Leo finds us more than halfway through a Venus retrograde in the same sign… many of us have been experiencing painful awakenings, shattered realities, sudden endings, heartbreaks, fractured relationships. Others may be lashing out, internally or eternally, as the masks of having-it-all-together threaten to be unveiled, challenging us to take inventory of our deepest fears surrounding our sense of self. Perhaps you are one of the lucky souls that has found a new love in this Venus Retrograde, or have been fortifying and/or mending old loves. Regardless of what you have been given in this time, be careful of the stories you weave in your mind, stay rooted in the present. What wounds have been poked and prodded that you keep denying, hissing at the gentle invitations from the Universe to heal and transmute?
The New Moon is conjunct Black Moon Lilith, which can activate righteous rage, but also could have us projecting false narratives to skirt responsibility from tending our trauma. Be honest with yourself about what is really triggering you, or motivating you. Does it come from fear, or from love? Does it come from a place of presence, or from a desire to disassociate? Ultimately, the Venus retrograde is an invitation to get back to your unique, freaky self. Beyond your job, beyond your role in your social group, within your family, within your community… who are you really?
The nodes, which are making a harmonious aspect to the New Moon, recently changed signs, into the Libra/Aries axis, with the north node pointing towards Aries - inspiring us to go on a journey through the heart and into our soul, to release people pleasing and toxic relating so that we can be in integrity with who we know ourselves to be deep down. What extra-ordinary gifts do you have to give? Show them off proudly. Trust passion, and cut ties with relationships, habits, negative self-talk, and environments that rob you of the joy of uninhibited expression of your Self.
Venus made a trine to Chiron yesterday, likely bringing up some grief around our relationships, most notably with ourselves. The opportunity to heal these wounds has not passed. Take some time to bravely go inward and feel all the seemingly unbearable feelings - the only way is through. Be honest with why it hurts. It likely is less about what “that” person said or did, and more about your thoughts and feelings you have towards yourself. Venus will make a final trine to Chiron (September 23, 2023) after she goes direct, helping us to resolve patterns that are ready to be re-routed.
This New Moon is square to Uranus in Taurus, which may bring some surprises in areas of your life related to where Taurus and/or Leo fall in your birth chart. Venus has already made 2 squares to Uranus through her retrograde journey, so we’ve already been experiencing some unexpected twists and turns in these areas… We have seen this on a larger, more collective scale, as the Heart Chakra of the Earth (Maui) was unexpectedly and rapidly ravaged by violent fires. (The last time Venus was retrograde in a fire sign, we saw the devastating burning of the Amazon.) Venus will be making one final square to Uranus (September 29, 2023) after she goes direct - stay present and rooted in trust that everything is happening for you and not to you.
Life seems to be happening so fast… collectively and individually we have been experiencing incredible challenges, mentally and physically. Spiritual practices are becoming more and more non-negotiable as the world becomes increasingly more painful to be in. With Uranus and Jupiter transiting through Taurus, and Venus, the ruling planet of Taurus, retrograding in Leo squaring these planets, our focus and attention on our values is being amplified to the max. We find ourselves wondering, how did we get here? And how do we break free? How do we create a new value system, one that is more equitable, that creates more space for health and wellness, not only for ourselves, but for the planet? It feels overwhelmingly hopeless, and sometimes the best we can do is focus on the ripples that our life creates out into the world. Like my dad always said - how do you eat an elephant? One bite at a time… Allow the energy of Jupiter to infuse your heart with faith that you are exactly where you’re supposed to be. Let go of the illusion of control, and surrender to the flow of Divine Timing. Trust your body, trust your guides, permission yourself to take time to do the things that nourish you. We must break free from the capitalist narrative that you are only as valuable as your level of productivity. Everything is going to get taken care of, in right timing, but we must take care of ourselves first. When we shift our priorities, it often makes the people we relate with on a daily basis uncomfortable. This is why change is so hard - we have to continue to stay true to our growth even when the expectations others project on us are not in alignment. As we step into our Leo-ness power of heart-centered living, we lead others to do the same.
Sending you blessings, friends, as we navigate these difficult times. Remember, we are all experiencing challenges. Do your best not to take things personally. Practice compassion for yourself so that you can extend it to others. Breathe deep into your center when you feel triggered or charged. Get curious about what’s really going on, and what wounds want to be acknowledged.
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