Tomorrow morning, at 6:50AM PT, the moon is emptied in the sign of the courageous lion. Though we are in a dark moon phase, the new moon in Leo is illuminated by the brilliant sun. The seeds we plant now are nurtured by our inner passions and our divine free will.
We are fueled by our sense of purpose, our values and a striving towards authenticity.
When examining this lunation, I first noticed the dynamic relationship between the Sun and Saturn. The Sun is empowered and brilliant in the sign of Leo, and Saturn is equally strong in its austere Aquarian domain. Moving into this new cycle, we are confronted with our long term commitments and goals. What we value and desire must be worked for, and we are acutely aware of our responsibilities. With these efforts, we may feel a stronger sense of self reliance or a determination to 'go it alone'.
Uranus, the planet of liberation, is making a strong square to this new moon. We can expect this planet to serve up some surprises to keep us on our toes. Sudden endings and separations may create turbulence, but will allow us to fully step into whatever new chapter is beckoning our participation.
There is an opportunity here to welcome a fresh start and more freedom in a particular area of your life.
If you have been feeling bored, stagnate or unsatisfied in an aspect of your life, this lunation is a chance to take action. A message that feels especially strong now is that many of us are craving a life that feels more aligned with our current or evolving values. We desire to commit to something more meaningful, purposeful and authentic. For some, this may actually mean commiting to working less so they can spend more time enjoying their relationships and personal lives. What are some ways you can commit to living a life with more joy on your own terms?
Jupiter and Saturn in Aquarius bring a combination of faith, positivity, structure and long term planning to this cycle. The courageous changes we make now can produce more stability for the future. On this lunation, consider what kind of life you'd like to be living a decade or two from now. And though it might be tempting, we are not to feel guilty for any happiness and blessings currently in our life. The Leo new moon is a reminder to radiate our warmth and brilliance to the world!