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Let's see a forecast for the week to come.
Now is the time to implement the insights you’ve gained and acknowledge the shifts you’ve seen need to be made from last week. The moon, half in light and darkness, invites us to bring what we’ve learned into the world, balancing both our human nature and our soul's journey.
This is a period of grounding, where ideas, reflections, and lessons come down from the abstract into tangible action. It’s a reminder that while we hold vast spiritual wisdom, we are also human—here to experience, grow, and evolve in the physical world. Now is the time to anchor those lessons into reality.
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The waning half moon, or the last quarter, greets us on Tuesday, 24th September.
Waning Half Moon Represents:
Moon Inner Autumn: This phase embodies the energy of autumn within the lunar cycle, a time to slow down and prepare for the coming quiet of the new moon, just as autumn prepares us for winter.
Organizing (Home, Meal Plans, Activities, Calendar): Use this time to focus on practical tasks. Organize your space, your schedule, and your plans. Bringing order to your environment mirrors bringing clarity to your mind.
Clearing (Swapping, Donating): Let go of what no longer serves you, both physically and emotionally. Clearing space allows new energy to flow. Swap or donate items you no longer need to make room for what you truly value.
Making Space to Prepare for the Dark (Receiving Inner Guidance): The dark moon is approaching, inviting deeper introspection. Begin to slow down and make space to receive the quiet wisdom that comes from within. This is a time for inner guidance and nurturing your intuition.
Reflection of the Month Past (Celebrate / Release What No Longer Serves): Reflect on the past month, celebrating the moments of joy and achievement. Simultaneously, acknowledge what you are ready to release. What no longer aligns with your growth? What habits, beliefs, or situations are ready to be let go of?
What limiting beliefs or patterns have surfaced in moments of frustration, doubt, or resistance this past month, and how can I consciously release them to invite deeper alignment with my true self?
Notice them by reflecting on situations that triggered strong emotional reactions or where you felt stuck or held back. These are often signs of underlying beliefs or patterns ready to be addressed and released.
Sidereal astrology
Sidereal astrology is based on the actual positions of the Moon and planets in the sky, unlike tropical astrology, which follows a fixed system based on the equinoxes and solstices. Sidereal astrology aligns with the constellations, reflecting the true astronomical positions. I’m currently studying this out of interest, and I’d love to hear about your experiences with either system. Please comment below
Moon: Your inner world
Moon in Gemini: Curiosity and Practical Wisdom
Air Element: Purifying, clarity, wisdom, communication, words magic
When the Moon is in Gemini, our inner world is infused with a deep sense of curiosity and a desire to learn and integrate the teachings. This energy invites us to explore new ideas, practices, and perspectives, to seek out what can be remembered and integrated into our lives.
Internally, we may feel quite knowledgeable, but this can sometimes be accompanied by a touch of insecurity (Imposter syndrome). When feeling supported and grounded, we become excellent communicators, confidently sharing insights and applying what we’ve learned in practical ways. This period encourages expressing ourselves through the exchange of ideas, offering us opportunities to engage deeply with others by communicating what we know.
We learn through teaching, yet we are always a student.
On a personal level, there’s a strong sense of adaptability and openness. We are more inclined to approach life with flexibility, seeing challenges as opportunities to learn something new. The ability to absorb and process information becomes a valuable gift during this time.
Imbalances
You may become overly curious, impatient, or even anxious when things feel uncertain.
A tendency toward overthinking or becoming excessively talkative without focusing on action.
You may refrain from important conversations or withdrawing from social interaction.
A risk of feeling disinterested, vague, or indifferent, resulting in a lack of emotional connection.
Mantra to Tune into Gemini Moon Energy:
"I embrace curiosity with an open heart, integrating wisdom into my life. With clarity and ease, I share my truth and listen deeply, finding connection through communication and learning."
Sun in Virgo: Nurturing Growth Through Improvement
Earth element: heal, Manifest
With the Sun in Virgo, you focus on developing your skills and abilities through enhancing yourself, your environment, and helping others improve. This energy encourages you to refine what you have, whether it's your personal habits, your surroundings, or your relationships.
At its core, this placement embodies a commitment to betterment. You are driven by the desire to improve, organize, and enhance both your life and the lives of those around you. The Virgo influence inspires you to grow, assist, and lend a helping hand, positively impacting your community.
Imbalances
You may become overly perfectionistic, obsessing over details to the point of frustration.
A tendency to be controlling, wanting everything done a certain way, which can stifle creativity.
You might find yourself being nitpicky, focusing excessively on minor flaws instead of the bigger picture.
A risk of feeling obsessive-compulsive, compelled to fix or organize to the point of distress.
You may become a workaholic, overcommitting to tasks at the expense of self-care and balance..
Mantra to Tune into Virgo Sun Energy:
"I cultivate my skills and embrace growth through thoughtful improvement. I honor the journey of refinement, supporting myself and others with patience and grace."
Reflection Questions
Curiosity and Knowledge: What new ideas or perspectives have recently sparked your interest, and how do they relate to areas where you feel both knowledgeable and insecure?
Adaptability and Challenges: How do you typically respond to unexpected challenges, and what opportunities for growth can you identify in those situations?
Communication and Expression: How do you express your insights and knowledge with others, and are there important conversations you’ve been avoiding?
Commitment to Improvement: What areas in your life do you feel called to refine or enhance, and how can you take actionable steps toward this while practicing self-compassion?
Supporting Others: How do you actively assist those around you, and how does helping others impact your own growth journey?
Tarot Reading
As the past week unfolded, it brought a sense of slow, deliberate presence, aligning perfectly with the energy of the Equinox—a time to pause, reflect, and recalibrate. This week may have shown resistance or sluggishness in areas not aligned with your heart’s path, reminding you that anything lacking deep purpose will likely feel difficult to complete.
8 of Wands - Fire Element
Wands represent the fire element—our soul's connection, courage, and the ability to transmute energy into passion and action. The 8 of Wands speaks to moving forward with skill and wisdom gained from past experiences. It holds the energy of momentum, urging you to progress in areas where you’ve grown, whether it be in health, relationships, finances, or personal growth.
This card is a strong indicator of courage and forward motion, and it asks: will you resist the changes ahead or step into them? The chapter you’ve been working through is closing, whether you are ready or not. The time is ripe for transformation, and the 8 of Wands signals that the universe is offering signs and symbols to help guide you.
Key Message of the 8 of Wands:
Moving Forward with Courage: The stability of the number 8 invites us to observe, trust, and embody a knowing that forward momentum is inevitable. Resistance will only slow your progress.
Support or Resistance: You have the choice to support this forward motion or resist it. The fire of the wands will not entertain distractions or people who deplete your energy.
Stability and Focus: The stability that comes with the 8 gives you the strength to discern where your focus should be—on things that nourish and uplift you. Anything depleting your energy will become glaringly obvious.
Embrace Transformation: Old patterns may rise up, and the fire within may stir anger or the urge to withdraw. This is a sign that transformation is near. Like the phoenix, it’s time to burn away what no longer serves and embrace a rebirth.
The message of the 8 of Wands is clear: the energy is moving, and you can either harness it with grace and courage or face resistance. Either way, growth is happening. Listen to the universe’s signals, trust in your path, and let the fire transform you. The coming weeks will ask for alignment with what truly nourishes your soul.
Waning Moon Ritual: Embracing Curiosity and Growth
Element: Water
Direction: West
Moon Phase: Inner Autumn
Moon in Gemini: Air
Sun in Virgo: Earth
Purpose:
This ritual focuses on reflection, letting go, and nurturing personal growth during the waning moon, which symbolizes the inner autumn—a time for harvesting insights and preparing for deeper introspection.
What You'll Need:
A bowl of water (infused with herbs if desired)
A journal and pen
A candle (blue or green)
Flowers or herbs (like lavender, sage, rosemary, thyme, or cinnamon)
A quiet space
Set Up Your Space:
Find a quiet spot and arrange your materials. Place the bowl of water in front of you and light the candle.
Ground Yourself:
Take a few deep breaths. Imagine roots growing from your feet into the Earth, feeling grounded.
Call in the Direction:
Face the West and invite in the energy of water. Say something like: “I welcome the fluidity and healing of the West.”
Reflect on Curiosity:
Write down new ideas or perspectives that have interested you lately. Consider how you can integrate them into your life.
Release Blocks:
Add herbs like lavender or rosemary to the water for calming energy. You can also create a herbal offering with a small bundle of sage or a pinch of cinnamon to place near your candle.
Write down any doubts or patterns you want to let go of. Fold the paper and hold it over the water, visualizing these burdens dissolving as you place the paper in the bowl.
Set Growth Intentions:
In your journal, list areas where you want to improve. Write down your intentions for growth, reflecting on how this inner autumn phase can guide your insights.
Express Gratitude:
Thank the elements and yourself for this time. Acknowledge the growth and wisdom you’ve gathered.
Close the Ritual:
Blow out the candle and take a few deep breaths, visualizing your intentions spreading through your life.
Reflect Later:
Keep your journal handy and revisit your reflections and intentions throughout the waning moon cycle.
Altar Ideas for the Waning Moon Ritual
A pair of objects (like small statues or figurines) to symbolize Gemini's duality.
Feathers or butterflies for Gemini’s airy, light energy.
Citrine or clear quartz for clarity and communication (Gemini).
A woven basket or earthy container representing Virgo’s grounded connection.
Wheat or herbal bundles symbolizing Virgo’s connection to the earth and harvest.
Moss agate or green aventurine for healing relationships and connection (Virgo).
A small bowl of water or seashells for the water element and inner autumn.
Moonstone or aquamarine to represent emotional depth and intuition (Water).
Candle in warm tones (red, orange) for soul fire and passion.
Carnelian or sunstone for creativity, action, and personal power (Fire).
Fresh flowers like roses or marigolds for life force energy and beauty (Nature).
Amethyst or rose quartz to balance and harmonize the altar with nature.
A branch, pine cone, or dried leaves symbolizing the earth’s grounding energy.
Small mirror or reflective object for introspection (Water).
Incense or small fireproof bowl for burning herbs to evoke fire energy
Thank you for reading, please comment and share any insights for our community. I would love to invite you to our next live circle. We have two times see below:
Love,
Danielle
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