The first quarter moon is waxing (growing) in Libra. It is time to nourish your partnerships and collaborate with others. The tools of the time communication and intellect. At the first quarter moon phase the moon is in between new and full. This happens approximately one week after the new moon and one week before the full moon. The first quarter waxing moon is a time of growth. Whatever seeds you planted at the new moon have now taken root and are beginning to shoot up. This is a good time to review your intentions and notice if any of them have words that are vague or general. Circle those words and come up with specific words to describe what you want to bring into your life. Then review your revised intention list and determine which one(s) of your intentions you want to nourish into a goal. Which of your intentions will you nourish into a goal? Libra Libra is the sign of beauty, harmony, and relationships. Libra sees things clearly and acts with tact and diplomacy. The energy is supportive, creative, and collaborative. In tarot, Libra is represented by Justice. Justice symbolizes solving problems, negotiating, and coming up with agile solutions for any situation. Cardinal Air Libra - Queen of Swords - cuts through illusions and deception Libra Waxing Moon Attributes We are under the Gemini New Moon Umbrella which is all about how we communicate, build relationships, and our social skills. Gemini and Libra are both air signs meaning they use the tools of intellect, rationality, and logic. When the moon is in Libra there is a need to cooperate with others and to create harmony. The mood is focused on aesthetics. It inspires us to bring beauty, fairness, and balance to our lives and situations. Remember of the Queen of swords when you are presented with a choice or a proposition. Libra Waxing Moon Tarot or Oracle Spread Libra Waxing Moon - 06/26/23 - July 3rd The Libra waxing moon invites you to you to nourish your partnerships and collaborate with others. The tools of the time communication and intellect. What do you nurture to grow at the Libra waxing moon? (Use card 2 from New Moon Spread) Who can you collaborate with improve your communication skills? What is an agile solution to ________ (insert a problem you are currently facing)? What support do you need to stay focused on your path? How can you invite harmony into your life? #moonthlyspread I would love to see your tarot spread. Share it on Instagram with the hashtag above Gemini Moonth Cycle Review The Gemini new moon cycle the energy starts off adaptable. Then we move into quick and driven cardinal energy at the waxing, full, waning and next new moon. This is going to be a taking initiative type of Moonth! This ambitious and enthusiastic energy will help us to get ideas and projects out into the world. Gemini New Moon - 06/18/23 - Develop your social and communication skills. The tools of the time are thoughts and intention. Libra Waxing Moon - 06/26/23 - Nourish your partnerships and collaborate with others. The tools of the time communication and intellect. Capricorn Full Moon - 07/03/23 - Celebrate your ambition and success. The tools of the time are practicality and stability. Aries Waning Moon - 07/09/23 - Release resistance to directing your life. The tools of the time are taking action and creativity Cancer Next New Moon - 07/17/23 - Develop your financial security. The tools of the time are dreams and spirituality. Capricorn Full Moon Circle Friday July 7th at 7:30 - 406 East 9th St - East Village, NYC WHAT TO EXPECT • intimate gathering • reflection • ritual • sharing • connection • tarot and oracle cards • FUN Updated 06/24/23

The moon stands in the center of the light of the full moon and dark of the new moon. The Taurus waning moon asks us to pause, reflect, assess, and release resistance to living your values and belief system. Live Your Values What about Taurus? Taurus is grounded and harvests the fruits of its labor. The energy is practical, steady, and consistent. Taurus approaches situations with the tools of earth: practicality, patience, and stability. The symbol for Taurus is the Bull. The Bull loves the pleasure of a comfortable environment and is willing to put in the work to get a return on their investment of time and effort. The Taurus glyph represents the bull’s head and horns. Taurus inspires a collective need to be productive, resourceful, and stable. When Taurus is on a downward spiral the energy is materialistic, stubborn, and overcautious. Taurus is Fixed Earth - AKA King of Pentacles The Taurus Mood The Taurus mood is stubborn, creative, and sensual. We want to cultivate our earthly resources. We slow down and become more aware. Get comfortable, secure, and relaxed. Take steps to protect and grow resources. Follow through on projects recently started. Get in a groove at work and keep the rhythm steady. Deal with circumstances that require patience and determination. Negotiate financial transactions while being aware of our financial worth. Taurus Waning Moon The Taurus waning moon is a time to slow down and focus on what feels good. Before taking any actions ask yourself how you feel. If it is a positive reply move forward. If it is negative come up with a new way to move ahead. Reflect and Assess Take a look at your intentions and notes from the Cancer new moon and consider what is asking to be released. What can you cut away to make room space for your Cancer intentions to manifest. Also, what can you release to make room to set your Leo intentions next week? Taurus Waning Moon Tarot Spread Take out your tarot cards, find your Taurus Waning Moon (card 4) from the Cancer Moonth Spread and place it in position number one. What do you let go of as the moon wanes in Taurus? (Use card 4 from the New Moon in Cancer Spread or any card if you didn't participate) What makes you feel productive and resourceful? Which of your values can you depend on when you don’t know how to approach a situation? Describe your belief system. What can you release so you can slow down and feel secure and relaxed? Cancer Moonth Cycle Review This year the Cancer new moon was in (initiating and active) cardinal energy and the waxing, full, waning, and next new moons are ALL in (steady and persistent) fixed signs. This is a putting your head down and focusing on what is in front of you type moonth. This determined and stable energy will help us to solidify the ideas and projects we started at the Gemini Moonth. Cancer New Moon - The new moonth in Cancer invites you to develop your financial security. The tools of the time are dreams and spirituality. Scorpio Waxing Moon - The Scorpio waxing moon invites you to nourish self-discipline and commitment to yourself. The tools of the time are spirituality and intuition. Aquarius Full Moon - The Aquarius full moon invites you to celebrate the courageous and innovative ways in which you live your life. The tools of the time are logic and intellect. Taurus Waning Moon - The Taurus waning moon invites you to release resistance to living your values and belief system. The tools of the time are practicality and tradition. Leo Next New Moon - The next new moon in Leo invites you to develop self-assuredness and the courage to follow your instincts. The tools of the time are personal will and creativity. Next Up is the Leo New Moon on 08/16/23

The Full Moon is the climax of the new moon cycle. The moon is at its brightest and shines light on the parts we keep hidden. Aquarius invites you to celebrate the courageous and innovative ways in which you live your life. What about Aquarius? Aquarius is the progressive sign of embracing new ways of thinking and being in the world. Aquarius is a trendsetter and an early adopter of technology. The Aquarius symbol is the water bearer. The water symbolizes insight and the freedom to transform. Aquarius approaches situations with the tools of Air: logic, and intellect. The air symbol for Aquarius is a flash of lightning, like an aha moment. The waves in Aquarius’ glyph are electromagnetic like brain waves. Aquarius influences us to be innovative and to create progressive social change. Aquarius is both independent and thrives in groups held together by a common goal. The Moon in Aquarius When the moon is in Aquarius the mood is collaborative and outgoing. It is a good time to get acquainted and involved with your community. Take a yoga, dance, or tai chi class. Schedule a tea or coffee date with co-workers or acquaintances. Hire a new member to your team. Set team building exercises. Connect with your constituency. Pitch an idea. Have a group over for conversation. Discuss politics and religion with an open and receptive mind. Aquarius is Fixed Air aka the King of Swords Aquarius Full Moon The Aquarius full moon invites you to celebrate the courageous and innovative ways in which you live your life. You are the reason you are where you are today. The way that you choose to think of where you are is what shapes the look and feel of your life. Remember you have the freedom of choice when it comes to how you remember the events of your life. Journal Question: Is where you are at the moment a cause for celebration or forgiveness? This new moon cycle started off in Cancer. Its focus is on home and family. Then we went into the Scorpio waxing moon and the focus moved towards self-discipline and commitments. Now that the full moon is in Aquarius our focus moves into innovation and freedom. What does innovation mean to you? To me innovation is creating new things through the use of imagination and need. For example I created the New Moon Intention Journal because I needed a place to store my new moon intentions and tarot spreads. The Aquarius full moon invites you to celebrate the courageous and innovative ways in which you live your life. The tools of the time are logic and intellect. Review Your Aquarius New Moon Intentions The Aquarius New Moon was on January 21st 2023 Did you set intentions at the Aquarius new moon back in January 2023? If you didn't, think about what you were up to in the middle of January. If you can't remember (that was six months ago!) go into your calendar or do a search on your phone to see the pictures you took around that time to jog your memory. If you did, go to your notes and review your intentions, goals, or wishes. Have any of them come to fruition? Yes? Great! You are focused on what you want. No? do you still want to work on that? Is it aligned with what you want now? If not, let it go, throw it into the fire. Walking away from things is totally okay. It is one way of getting clear about what we want in our lives. Take a moment to breathe in some fresh energy to your power center. Call on Aquarius innovation and logical energy to make an insightful plan to manifest your intentions. If it feels good, continue working on it. If you feel discomfort then go back and re-work your intention or scrap it. Aquarius Full Moon Spread Pick out card number 3 from your Cancer New Moon spread and place it in the center as card number one. Shuffle your deck and ask... What do you celebrate/forgive at the Aquarius full moon? (Use card 3 from the new moon spread? What innovation can you integrate into your life? What makes you feel freedom? What are you grateful for? What can you forgive yourself for? Cancer Moonth Cycle Review This year the Cancer new moon was in (initiating and active) cardinal energy and the waxing, full, waning, and next new moons are ALL in (steady and persistent) fixed signs. This is a putting your head down and focusing on what is in front of you type moonth. This determined and stable energy will help us to solidify the ideas and projects we started at the Gemini Moonth. Cancer New Moon - The new moonth in Cancer invites you to develop your financial security. The tools of the time are dreams and spirituality. Scorpio Waxing Moon - The Scorpio waxing moon invites you to nourish self-discipline and commitment to yourself. The tools of the time are spirituality and intuition. Aquarius Full Moon - The Aquarius full moon invites you to celebrate the courageous and innovative ways in which you live your life. The tools of the time are logic and intellect. Taurus Waning Moon - The Taurus waning moon invites you to release resistance to living your values and belief system. The tools of the time are practicality and tradition. Leo Next New Moon - The next new moon in Leo invites you to develop self-assuredness and the courage to follow your instincts. The tools of the time are personal will and creativity. Full Moons are for celebration, release, and forgiveness. Aquarius Full Moon Circle at Flower Power, NYC WHAT TO EXPECT intimate gathering reflection ritual sharing connection tarot and oracle cards FUN

A new moon cycle begins when the Sun and Moon are aligned in the sky. The new moon is a time of new beginnings and initiations. This makes it an optimal time to set Cancer focused intentions aligned with reconnecting to our emotions and feelings. Under the influence of Cancer there is a need to give and receive emotional warmth and support. What are the Tarot Cards associated with Cancer? Cancer is represented by The Chariot in tarot. The Moon is the planetary ruler of Cancer and is represented by The High Priestess in tarot. The Queen of Cups represents Cancer's element of water and cardinal mode. The Chariot is Cancer In Tarot, Cancer is represented by The Chariot. The driver is kind, intuitive, and protective leader ready to drive towards new experiences with focus and determination. He is on a practical quest to protect and defend home, community and personal business. When The Chariot shows up in a tarot reading move forward with confidence, discipline, while trusting your gut feelings. The Moon is the High Priestess Cancer is ruled by the Earth's satelite, the Moon whose light is derived from the reflection of the sun. The Moon symbolizes reflection, intuition, and the cyclical nature of life. The Moon is represented by The High Priestess embodying feminine spiritual power. She understands the cycles of life are correlated to the waxing and waning of time like the moons phases. Her greatest tool is intuition. The Queen of Cups is Cardinal Water Cancer is a water sign associated with emotions, feelings, intuition. In tarot water is represented by the suit of Cups. Cancer is a cardinal sign meaning it starts off a season and symbolizes initiative, action, and enthusiasm. The embodiment of Cancer and The Moon is The Queen of Cups. She is nurturing, loving and caring while at once being a decisive and creative leader who knows how to manage home and family life. What are the Cancer Rulerships? Rulerships are the areas of life that a sign has influence over. When the sun and moon are in the constellation of Cancer it is an optimal time to focus on those areas. The list below summarizes Cancer's rulerships which you can use for inspiration for setting your new moon intentions. In the book New Moon Astrology, Jan Spiller suggests to make a list of up to ten intentions, wishes, or goals. The initiating energy of the new moon is most potent up to 72 hours after the new moon so take out your pen and paper to set the intentions tonight, tomorrow, or Sunday. Home and Family: Internal frame of reference, Gut Instincts Safety: Security, Feelings of Belonging, Protection, Financial Security Process: Training and Practicing, Conditioning, Nurturing New Beginnings Intimacy and Caring: Closeness, Empathy, Vulnerability Feelings and Moods: Awareness of feelings, Sensitivity to others feelings, Tenderness, Awareness of needs Nurturing: Being supportive, Mother or Mothering, Close Family Relations, Taking Care of Others Releasing insecurity: Clinginess, Possessiveness, Overly cautious behaviors, Fear of rejection, Lack of goals Health: Breasts and Chest, Pancreas, Stomach, Stomach gas, Ulcers, Tumors Check out my New Moon in Cancer Workship. It dives deep into Cancer to inspire you to set your Cancer intentions and do your Cancer New Moon Tarot Spread. I've done an iteration of this practice every moonth since 2015. It is a time for me to connect with my inner guide, set intentions, create goals, and manifest my desires. This practice is so powerful it led to the creation of this blog post, video, and the New Moon Intention Journals. This moonthly ritual helps me to stay on track to design the life I want. Make space in your schedule to slow down, write down your intentions, use tarot to bring blind spots to your attention, and discuss what you are up to with friends. They will be your accountability partners. Saying your intentions out loud is one way to get the Universe in motion to get you want you want. Write down one intention you are working on in the comments section.

Reflect and assess what is working and what needs to go from your life and intentions list. Make note of what brings you joy and what frustrates you. Aries Aries is the first sign of the zodiac and is its leader. Aries focuses on itself and takes assertive action towards independence. Aries works with the tools of fire: personal will, identity, creativity, and optimism. The symbol for Aries is the Ram. The Aries glyph looks like the curving horns of the Ram. The Aries influence brings out a need to be independent and develop authenticity. It drives us to take courageous action towards goals and intentions. There is an urgency to focus, get started on things, and set boundaries. The tarot card associated with Aries is The Emperor. Aries is Cardinal Fire aka Queen of Wands The Moon in Aries When the moon is in Aries t he mood is energized, direct, independent and rebellious. It may influence us to be spontaneous and enthusiastic. Consider working in short intense bursts rather than long periods of concentration. Launch a project or initiate an action on your to do list.  Express independent and authentic thoughts and ideas. Be clear and to the point. Cut to the chase. Clear the air. Demolish narratives and structures that hinder your progress. Set healthy boundaries.  Prepare space for a garden in your back/front yard or window sill. Aries Waning Moon Aries Waning Moon - 07/09/23 The Aries Waning Moon invites you to release resistance to directing your life. Think about a time when you took no action out of fear of what may happen. Contrary to popular belief doing nothing is a choice. It also means you are allowing the universe to decide for you. Work with the element of fire tools and next time weigh out your options and take an action. Also be creative about it. Aries Waning Moon Tarot or Oracle Spread Revisit your new moon spread New Moon Spread and review the intentions you made at the new moon, pick out card number 4 place it in the center as card number one. Shuffle your deck and ask... What do you release at the Aries waning moon? What direction do you want to go in life? In what way are you leader? What courageous action can you take? What can you get started on? Gemini 2023 Moonth Cycle Review The Gemini new moon cycle the energy starts off adaptable. Then we move into quick and driven cardinal energy at the waxing, full, waning and next new moon. This is going to be a taking initiative type of Moonth! This ambitious and enthusiastic energy will help us to get ideas and projects out into the world. Gemini New Moon - 06/18/23 - Develop your social and communication skills. The tools of the time are thoughts and intention. Libra Waxing Moon - 06/26/23 - Nourish your partnerships and collaborate with others. The tools of the time communication and intellect. Capricorn Full Moon - 07/03/23 - Celebrate your ambition and success. The tools of the time are practicality and stability. Aries Waning Moon - 07/09/23 - Release resistance to directing your life. The tools of the time are taking action and creativity Cancer Next New Moon - 07/17/23 - Develop your financial security. The tools of the time are dreams and spirituality. Updated June 2023

The first quarter moon is waxing in Leo. It is time to get to the heart of the matter with with creativity. Let your light shine by expressing yourself in creative and noticeable ways. At the first quarter moon phase the moon is in between new and full. This happens approximately one week after the new moon and one week before the full moon. The first quarter waxing moon is a time of growth. Whatever seeds you planted at the new moon have now taken root and are beginning to shoot up. This is a good time to review your intentions and notice if any of them have words that are vague or general. Circle those words and come up with specific words to describe what you want to bring into your life. Leo Moon Attributes We are under the Aries New Moon Umbrella which is all about taking an active leadership role in your life. Leo and Aries are both fire signs meaning they uses the tools of taking action, creativity, and personal will to make things happen. When the moon is in Leo there is a need to give creatively express yourself and be appreciated by others. This is a good time to show off. If you have a new outfit wear it, if you have an accomplishment post it on social media or tell your boss about it. Aries and Leo together influence us to be brave, bold, and creative. Cardinal and Fixed Energy This moonth started off with cardinal (initiating) energy from Aries but the waxing, full, and waning moons are all fixed signs meaning the energy is all about stabilizing, determination, depth and persistence. The actions you take under fixed influence can easily turn into habits and routines. Think about your currents habits, anything you want to replace? The planetary ruler of Leo is the Sun who represents our basic identity and conscious purpose in life. The sun shines a light on the things you want to in your life. The moon in Leo encourages us to be generous and you may be inclined to help others feel appreciated by celebrating their achievements. Leo Waxing Moon Tarot or Oracle Spread What begins to grow as the moon waxes in Leo? What is one way you can express your creativity? How can you take an active leadership role in your life? In what ways are you bold, brave, and creative? What is a new habit you can begin to help design the life you want? #moonthlyspread I would love to see your tarot spread. Share it on Instagram with the hashtag above Updated 04/27/23

The New Moon is when the Sun and Moon come together in the sky. This marks the beginning of a new cycle for the moon. Gemini New Moon The moon started a new cycle in Gemini today. The new moon is a time of new beginning and initiations which means it is an ideal time to set intentions aligned with communication, learning, and networking. What are the Gemini Symbols? The symbol for Gemini is the Twins. What are the tarot cards associated with Gemini? There are six tarot cards associated with Gemini. Two of which are Major Arcana cards representing Gemini and its Planetary Ruler Mercury. There is one court card representing the Modality and Element. There are three Minor Arcana cards representing the three decans of Gemini. The cards are: The Lovers, The Magician, The Knight of Swords, Eight of Swords, Nine of Swords, and Ten of Swords. The Lovers In Tarot, Gemini is represented by The Lovers who are kindred spirits that share their interests, ideas, love, and affection either platonically (siblings or friends) or romantically (spouses or partners). The Magician Gemini is ruled by the planet of communication, learning, and reasoning, Mercury. In the Tarot, Mercury is represented by The Magician who serves as a link between ideas and physical existence and manifests his own reality. The Knight of Swords Gemini is an air sign associated with thoughts, logic, and reason. In Tarot Air is represented by the suit of swords and the embodiment of Gemini and Mercury is The Knight of Swords. What are the Gemini Rulerships? Below is a list of Gemini's rulerships which you can use for inspiration for setting your intentions. In the book New Moon Astrology, Jan Spiller suggests to make a list of up to ten intentions, wishes, or goals. The initiating energy of the new moon is most potent up to 72 hours after the new moon so take out your paper and set the intentions today, tomorrow, or Sunday. Motion and Activity: Short Trips, Transportation, Restless Energy, Excitability Learning: Facts, Formal Education, Media, the Internet , Curiosity Communication: Writing, Speaking, Effective listening and teaching, Mental Rapport, Understanding different opinions Logic: Awareness of options, Cleverness, Short-term results, Handyman skills, Ingenuity, Variety Social Skills: Tact, Acceptance, Quick thinking, Enjoying the moment, Wittiness, Having sociable nature Proximity Relationships: Brothers, Sisters, Neighbors, Schoolmates, Co-workers, Roommates Mental Processes: Excessive questioning, Trickery with words, Superficiality, Nervousness, Indecision Health: Hands, Wrists, Arms and Shoulders, Allergies, Lungs, Breathing, and Nervous System Last year I set intentions around Gemini's rulership of motion and activity. I wanted to hone my driving skills and get regular access to a car so I could plan short trips into nature. Just two months later I was put in charge of a car for five months and I had the opportunity to get comfortable driving and I went on many short trips outside of New York City. The Gemini New Moon Workbook expands on what was covered in this blog post. It includes journaling pages so you can manifest your intentions into reality like the Magician.

The first quarter moon is waxing in Virgo. It is time to make time for your future self today. Be determined, practical, and responsible. At the first quarter moon phase the moon is in the liminal space between new and full. This happens approximately one week after the new moon and one week before the full moon. The first quarter waxing moon is a time of growth. Whatever seeds you planted at the new moon have now taken root and are beginning to shoot up. This is a good time to review your intentions. Notice if any of them have words that are vague or general. Circle those words and come up with specific words/ideas to describe what you want to bring into your life. Virgo Energy Virgo is a determined and practical sign. It focuses on work, duty, and responsibility. In tarot, Virgo is represented by The Hermit. It symbolizes leadership by example, introspection, and practicality. It is about a desire to teach and help people. Make time for your future self today. Virgo invites you to you to nourish your determination to design the life you want. One way to do this is make a schedule and and stubbornly stick to it. Think about what you want and what you would like to accomplish in X amount of time. Make the map to get you there. The map is your schedule. Make time for your future self today. The tools of the time practicality and determination. Virgo Moon Attributes When the moon is in Virgo the mood is analytical, critical, and organized. We are inclined to work out and eat well for the good of all. Assess the details, sort what to keep and what to discard. Deal with paperwork, mechanics, delicate crafts, or anything where precision is needed. This new moon cycle (moonth) started off with fixed (stable and persevering) energy from Taurus but the waxing, full, and waning and next new moons are all in mutable signs meaning it is a good time for determination, depth and persistence. The actions you take under fixed influence can easily turn into habits and routines. Think about your currents habits, anything you want to replace? Virgo Waxing Moon Tarot or Oracle Spread What begins to grow as the moon waxes in Virgo? What is now past or passing? What is known to you now? What new energies are coming in? What is unknown to you now? #moonthlyspread I would love to see your tarot spread. Share it on Instagram with the hashtag #moonthlyspread Next up is the Full moon in Scorpio on Friday May 5th. Taurus New Moon Cycle Review New Moon in Taurus: Set intentions about values, money, security, and self worth. Waxing Moon in Virgo: Nurture your intentions by getting determined and organized about the life you want. Full Moon in Sagittarius: Celebrate your progress by being creative and optimistic. Waning Moon Pisces: Release resistance to imagining a better life for yourself and trusting in your inner knowing. Next New Moon in Gemini: Develop your social and communication skills. Updated 05/27/23

Set intentions around money, gratitude, and self-worth. When moon starts a new cycle in Taurus it will be a good time to set intentions around money, gratitude, self-worth. You can set intentions around anything you want but it is an especially good time to set intentions around Taurus' rulerships. Taurus Rules over Accumulation: Material Comforts , Money, Ownership, Possessions Physical Senses: Senusality, Aromas, Tastes, Tactile Enjoyment, Massage Simple Physical Pleasures: Appreciation, Gratitude, Satisfaction, Enjoyment, Contentment Building: Persistence, Thoroughness, Perseverance, Solid Foundation Reliability: Patience, Dependability, Trustworthiness, Steadfastness Self-Worth: Self-acceptance, Awareness of Personal Needs, Strong values, Determination, Setting Strong Boundaries Inflexibility: Stubbornness, Attachment, Possessiveness, Stagnation, Resistance to Change Health: Coughs, Throat, Neck, Thyroid Gland, Voice and Vocal Cords Taurus, known as the bull is productive, resourceful, and reliable. He is also all about staying true to personal values, beliefs, and traditions. Taurus is the Hierophant in Tarot In the tarot, Taurus is represented by the Hierophant, the card of time honored values, traditions, and beliefs. He is the authority figure of faith and divine wisdom. The Empress is Venus in Tarot The planetary ruler of Taurus is Venus. The planet of pleasure, beauty, and the arts. In tarot, Venus is represented by the Empress. The archetypal mother, a symbol of fertility and growth and when in Taurus shows us what we The King of Pentacles represents Fixed Earth The element and modality of Taurus are represented by the King of Pentacles in the Tarot. All the kings in Tarot represent Fixed energy. Fixed energy stabilizes and sustains the actions taken in the Cardinal signs such as Aries so we may keep them as habits, routines, and traditions. In tarot, Pentacles represent Earth energy. This is energy that symbolizes values, manifestation, money, and stability. Moon Cycles compared to Plant Cycles I like to compare the new moon cycle to the cycle of a plant. At the new moon phase seeds are planted. This is when we set our intentions and goals. At the waxing first quarter moon phase, the seeds have sprouted and are growing into a visible plant. This is when we are seeing progress because we have taken action to make our intentions into reality. At the full moon phase the plant is now at its peak and has blossomed. The flower and or fruit of a plant represents the culmination/peak of the plant. This is a time to celebrate progress and count your blessings. At the waning third quarter moon phase the flower has wilted and started to release. At the dark moon the flower is now releasing seeds for the next new moon. I like use a tarot spread as a framework to keep me on track to manifesting my intentions and goals. Each of the five cards in the spread below corresponds to the phases described above. I refer to this spread on a weekly basis and it helps me to refine, reevaluate and reinforce my intentions so they may manifest in my physical reality. New Moon Tarot Spread Do the tarot spread below at each new moon as each spread spirals into the next. Card 1 - Planting seeds of intention - New Moon Card 2 -The seed grows - Waxing Moon Card 3 - Plant blossoms - Full Moon Card 4 - Plant releases seeds - Waning Moon Card 5 - Receive seeds and plant them next new moon - Next New Moon Tarot Spread What is the seed of the Taurus Moonth? What begins to grow as the moon waxes? What peaks as the moon becomes full? What do I let go of as the moon wanes? What is the seed of the next new moon? (Use card 5 as card 1 for the next cycle) Waxing | Full | Waning I will write a blog post for each of the moon phases. At each of the phases of the moon, I come back to my new moon tarot spread. I take the card that represents the moon phase, for example Card 2 is the Waxing Moon/ Seed Grows phase. Then place the card into card one position and I ask yourself introspective questions. Here are some example openers for the questions. They are always opened ended and intended to get your mind and intuition working together. What begins to grow as the moon waxes? How can I.. What do I need to know about .. Where What is Then I use an additional four questions for introspection and insights. Next up on the Moonthly blog is the waxing first quarter moon in Leo on Wednesday May 19th. If you want additional information on this blog in the form a simple pdf workbook to follow along click here to download it now, my gift to you. If you ant to learn more about Taurus, get the Taurus Moonth Workbook. The six tarot cards associated with Taurus (I've listed three above). Learn the mood when the moon is in Taurus with suggestions of things to do. Plus much much more.

The moon stands in the center of the light of the full moon and dark of the new moon. The Pisces third quarter waning moon asks us to pause, reflect, assess, and release any fears around being original and authentic. Imagine a better life for yourself Pisces is a mutable sign (like Sagittarius and Virgo). Sagittarius focuses on optimism and creativity, Virgo is determined and efficient, and Pisces is imagining they life they want down the road. Take out your curious and open-minded hat and concentrate on exploring possibilities and finding a fresh perspective. At the Pisces waning moon is a time to imagine the life you want to live. No action is necessary just dream it up. The action will happen later. Pisces energy invites us to dream, hope, and fantasize. The waning moon is a time to release which means it is time to release any fears, blocks, or resistance around being creative and introspective. Think about where you are today and then imagine where you'd like to be tomorrow, a year from now, five - ten years from now. For example would you like to have a new job? Live in a new place? Or have x-amount of dollars saved up? Imagine yourself having whatever it is you want. The more you believe it is possible the faster you will get there. The planetary ruler of Pisces is Neptune the planet of inspiration, dreams, and illusions. Tap into Neptunian energy when you cross boundaries in your everyday life. Use the energy to tell yourself a new story. When the moon is waning it is a good time to pause, reflect, assess, and release any old emotions and fears (because Pisces is a water sign) that interfere with how you see yourself in the future work, home, and money wise (because we are still under the Taurus umbrella). Replace narratives that hinder your success with constructive affirmations that support you now. Try telling yourself positive things like "I love my life". If that sounds too out of reach try "My life is getting better every day". You can also make it a point to celebrate any small wins you have on a daily basis. It can even be small things like arriving at the subway station just as the train pulls in. Reflect and Assess Take a look at your intentions and notes from the Taurus new moon and consider what is asking to be released. What can you cut away to make room space for your Taurus intentions to manifest. Also, what can you release to make room to set your Gemini intentions next week? Pisces Waning Moon Tarot Spread Take out your tarot cards, find your Waning Moon in Pisces card (card 4) from the Taurus Moonth Spread and place it in position number one. What do I let go of as the moon wanes in Pisces? (Use card 4 from the New Moon in Taurus Spread or any card if you didn't participate) How can you be more imaginative? What inspires you? What fear is holding you back from designing the life you want? What aspect of your life could benefit from you being more open-minded? Moonth in Gemini coming up on Sunday, June 18th at 12:37 am. Mark your calendars for journaling and working with tarot. Gemini energy is about learning, communication, and networks. Taurus Moonth Cycle Review: New Moon in Taurus: Set intentions about getting rooted your beliefs and values to form a positive sense of self. Waxing Moon in Virgo: Nurture your determination to design the life you want. Full Moon in Sagittarius: Celebrate your optimism, and creativity for the progress you've made. Waning Moon Pisces: Release resistance to imaging and better life for yourself. Next New Moon in Gemini: Develop your social and communication skills.

The moon stands in the center of the light of the full moon and dark of the new moon. The Aquarius third quarter waning moon asks us to pause, reflect, assess, and release any fears around being original and authentic. The real you is the best you. Aquarius is a fixed sign (like Leo and Scorpio. Leo focuses on action, Scorpio focuses on emotions, and Aquarius focuses on intellect. Take out your curious and open-minded hat and concentrate on exploring possibilities and finding a fresh perspective. At the Aquarius waning moon is a time to take action in cutting away any narratives that no longer suit the you that is currently metamorphosing. Aquarius energy invites in a need to be innovative, original, and create social change. The waning moon is a time to release which means it is time to release any fears, blocks, or resistance around being innovative, original, and creating social change. Maybe its time you find a new way to do your work. For example I started using project management software to map out all the tasks I want to complete. This makes things so much easier for me and its an innovative way to approach the tasks I want and need to complete. The planetary ruler of Aquarius is Uranus the let me be me planet. Tap into Uranian energy when when you want to be unique and liberate yourself from the past. When the moon is waning it is a good time to pause, reflect, assess, and release any thoughts and narratives (because Aquarius is an air sign) that interfere with how you see yourself as a leader (because we are still under the Aries umbrella). Replace narratives that hinder your success with constructive affirmations that support you now. Try telling yourself positive things like "I love my life". If that sounds too out of reach try "My life is getting better every day". You can also make it a point to celebrate any small wins you have on a daily basis. It can even be small things like arriving at the subway station just as the train pulls in. Reflect and Assess Take a look at your intentions and notes from the Aries new moon and consider what is asking to be released. What can you cut away to make room space for your Aries intentions to manifest. Also, what can you release to make room to set your Taurus intentions next week? Aquarius Waning Moon Tarot Spread Take out your tarot cards, find your Waning Moon in Aquarius card (card 4) from the Aries Moonth Spread and place it in position number one. What do I let go of as the moon wanes in Aquarius? (Use card 4 from the New Moon in Aries Spread or any card if you didn't participate) Describe how you feel when you are being original and authentic? How can you be more innovative? What action can you take to cut away any narratives that no longer suit the you that is currently metamorphosing? What aspect of your life could benefit from you being more open-minded? Moonth in Taurus coming up on Friday, May 19th at 11:53 am. Mark your calendars for journaling and working with tarot. Taurus energy is about getting productive, resourceful, and stable. Here is a review of Aries Moonth Cycle: New Moon in Aries: Set intentions about taking a leadership role in your life. Waxing Moon in Leo: Nurture your intentions to grow by getting creative and promoting yourself. Full Moon in Scorpio: Celebrate your progress by acknowledging your personal growth and transformation. Waning Moon Aquarius: Let go of anything that hinders by taking an innovative approach to the situation. Dark Moon in Aries: Reflect and Release.

The Aries New Moon is on Tuesday March 21 2023 at 1:23pm. It is an ideal time to set intentions and make wishes on new beginnings, independence, and self awareness. What is a New Moon? The Sun and Moon are together again in the sign of Aries. When the sun and moon are together in a sign (conjunct) it means the moon is starting a new cycle and that happens on March 21st, 2023 at 1:23pm ET. Each NEW MOON offers an opportunity for us to plant seeds of intentions that we can nurture and grow each new moon cycle. A new moon cycle happens every month when the moon meets up with the sun in the sky. I call this a "moonth" When the moon is in Aries there is a collective need to be independent and develop our authenticity by taking c ourageous action towards our goals and intentions. We feel an urgency to focus, initiate, and set boundaries. What is Aries about? Aries is a fire sign which corresponds to creativity, identity, actions, and personal will. Aries embodies fire energy in the form of a shooting star. Have you ever seen a shooting star? The first time I saw one I felt inspired and energized. I was in awe. Tapping into Aries energy is like that. It brings out our inner leader to assertively take responsibility for our lives and actively design the life we want. When is the Spring Equinox? The spring equinox kicked off the astrological new year when the sun went into Aries on March 20th 2023. Aries is the first sign of the zodiac and the Aries new moon is the first new moon(th) of the astrological year. It is a powerful time to set intentions and to take on a leadership role in your life. The equinox is also the start of a new season. Aries heralds the rebirth of the trees, plants, and flowers. It calls in the Spring. We are leaving Winter behind and embracing Spring. What are the Aries tarot cards? Aries The Emperor represents Aries in Tarot Aries energy is personified by the Emperor in tarot. When in an upward spiral he is fearless, confident, courageous, and a visionary leader. He has the ability to create order and take action. The Emperor rules with logic and reason and may lead him to to cone across as willful, stubborn, and inflexible. Mars The Tower represents Mars in Tarot Mars the warrior planet of aggression, assertiveness, and self-defense rules over Aries. It is associated with confidence and power. In the tarot, Mars is represented by The Tower symbolizing dramatic change, destruction, enlightenment, inspiration, and release. What is the Element and Modality of Aries? Aries is Cardinal Fire Cardinal Fire is about taking assertive actions to live with an authentic identiy. What are the Aries Focus Areas? Use the list of Aries focus areas to set your Aries influenced intentions, goals, and wishes. It is best to keep your list to 10 or less. Also, as the moon waxes, becomes full, and wanes make a note to come back to these intentions, goals, and wishes so you can refine them until they are crystal clear. New Beginnings: Initiating, Taking Action Focusing on Self: Survival Issues, Instincts Assertiveness Authenticity: Honesty, Impulsiveness, Straightforwardness Self Discovery: Taking Risks, Competition, Eagerness Independence: Self-Direction, Self-Reliance, Self-Sufficiency Warrior Nature: Courage, Leadership, Strength, Boldness Self Absorption: Selfishness, Vanity, Anger, Impatience What are the Tarot Cards of the Aries 2023 New Moon Cycle? The moon travels around all twelve zodiac signs every month. This cycle the new, waxing, full, and waning moons will be in: Aries at the New Moon Cancer at the First Quarter Waxing Moon Libra at the Full Moon Capricorn at the Last Quarter Waning Moon Aries at the Next New Moon -> in 2023 we have a double Aries New Moon Aries Moonth Spread What is the seed of the Aries Moonth? What begins to grow as the moon waxes in Cancer? What do you celebrate/forgive when the moon is full in Libra? What do you let go of as the moon wanes in Capricorn? What is the seed of the upcoming moonth (second new moon) in Aries? (use card #5 as card # 1 next moonth) YesSpiral Tip: Take a picture of your spread and notes to keep on your phone for quick reference throughout the moonth. Share your spread on instagram with the hashtag #moonthlyspread Keep all your new moon intentions and tarot spreads in the New Moon Intention Journal.