The Lunation in Leo 2018 -- understanding life's current trends
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Every year, the New Moon in Leo is a double dose of showmanship and pride. It can also be a double dose of ego power and self-confidence, which is great under the right circumstances, and necessary for healthy self-esteem. But it can be a fine line to walk, that territory between justified satisfaction with one's own power and talents -- and insufferable conceit.
So yes, whenever you get a chance -- do tell the world how wonderful you are ... but don't count on the applause to fuel your confidence. And for sure don't put on a show just for the sake of that alone!
Take stock of your dreams, your talents, your creative skills that are yours alone -- abilities that can be pulled into service to give you a stable, dependable life built from your own wits and wisdom. That's the definition of independence, and as I've said for literally years now ... independence -- your ability to count on yourself -- is fast becoming the only reliable choice.
Leo energy promotes enormous faith in yourself. It's a gift everyone deserves! So, use this extraordinarily creative energy to push your dreams, boost your artistry (everything in life has an artistic component, you know,) and show you how to put your best self in the spotlight. There will never be a better time.
The Lunation in Leo
The New Moon in Leo has arrived as part of a Solar Eclipse, and this chart has a lot going for it.
Here are the positive things about this Lunation chart:
- It missed the Mars opposition -- so we don't have to deal with a month of rage and resentment. Count that a blessing.
- Venus in Libra ---> one of the two signs it rules
- Venus in Libra trine Mars in Aquarius
- Jupiter in Scorpio trine Neptune in Pisces
- Saturn in Capricorn trine Uranus in Taurus
Problems in this Lunation chart:
- The Leo stellium square Jupiter
- Venus in Libra square Saturn in Capricorn
- Mars in Aquarius square Uranus in Taurus
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Your ego united with your emotions
Personal focus ---> This life area is highly energized. You may have some solid ambitions in mind. You may be ready to experiment and see what develops. You are sure ready to step out of the shadows and make some noise. You are tired of the status quo ... and tired of being ignored, and you've spent some time with Mercury and Mars both retrograde for a while, thinking about how to put things in motion.
It's been a year since this proud and powerful energy formed. A lot has changed -- including you. You've learned. You've grown. You've come up with new ideas and creative projects ... and as I said in the intro -- it's time to make them happen.
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Your Intellectual Life
Ideas, communication, information ---> Your ideas this month have a lot of ego invested in them. Whatever your plans for this month, you have a starring role. You're willing to take risks. You're not bashful about putting yourself out there. For a while your ideas -- and what you say -- has more potential than substance, but that will change.
Mercury is retrograde in Leo right now, and has been for a couple of weeks. This has been a time to rethink your ideas and perspectives, your intellectual direction. There's a sense of ownership about these now that isn't always the case.
You've also had time to review and adjust how you present yourself in conversation, in teaching and in writing to put your best foot forward. Some say presentation is everything. Maybe, maybe not. But it sure as heck counts.
Do your homework on this one. Get ready to step out as a new-and-improved you during the first part of September.
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Your Social Life
Relationships ---> Relationships and all connections to other people are highlighted with Venus back home in Libra this month. It's a great time to take stock of how you manage your dealings with the important people around you -- and decide if you need to adjust things -- one way or the other.
Try deliberately to meet everyone in a spirit of friendship and open cooperation. Assume that you can be friends -- and will be able to work out problems to everyone's satisfaction.
Aim for harmony in all your dealings. If you have a problematic relationship that needs attention, see if you can look at the situation from the other person's point of view. Be impartial and honest. See if "talking things over" can help clear the air.
It may not work like a charm. Some relationships are too complicated and conflicted to be unsnarled on the first ... or second ... or third effort. But it can't hurt. And it may lay the foundation for renewed talks in the future. It's worth a try.
Rebalance your important relationships. Do your fair share for sure, but don't always be the one going the extra mile. Now is an excellent time to renegotiate the agenda you and your important partners share.
Live by the Golden Rule. Treat others the way you want to be treated -- and watch carefully to see who returns the graciousness and support. It's an extremely fine way to find -- and recognize -- and unite with -- your people.
Professional responsibilities or commitments in your public life may not let you spend all the quality time you want with your Special Someone. It's temporary, but annoying I know. Promise yourself and your partner that you'll make up for it soon. (And keep that promise!!)
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Your Initiative and Ambition
Action ---> Mars comes out of retrograde on August 27 -- but remains in unconventional Aquarius until mid-November. This is the original "think outside the box and then do something about it" energy.
Listen to your inspiration -- your inner voices. Practice your ingenuity. Hear and heed your original thoughts. If you see a different way to do something -- or different possibilities in a familiar routine or situation, try it out. Important break-throughs arise from such moments.
Don't follow the crowd. Don't "ask for permission." Be independent and defiantly yourself!! This energy thrives on originality and innovation. It's a time to blaze new trails, discover new horizons, try out new concepts, and do things your way.
When you push that envelope -- and do something you've never done before, you can achieve something you've never done before. In fact, that's the only way something like that happens.
Don't be afraid to try something strange and out of character. If it appeals to you -- that's reason enough to think it has merit. Your mind is a source of real genius. The best way to discover -- and make use of -- its treasures is to listen to it when it speaks to you ... and then back it up with initiative and action.
In such moments you may redefine yourself and revolutionize the way you work with the world. Seriously. This energy is full of untapped miracles. Mine a few and put them to work.
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Your Philosophical Center
Expansion ---> A spiritual renaissance is underway -- and has been for a while. Some important pieces have been added already, important changes in attitude, new insights and inspirations -- and this month there will be more. The heavy-duty evidence of this, however, is still to come -- so be aware that it's happening and watch for the results.
This is an uncommon but meaningful point in your divine evolution. You will be noticeably different when it ends. Half the fun is watching it happen. You have a ringside seat.
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such insight and wisdom here, I can definitely see how myself and my ex in all of this, I am trying to find my balance now and rediscover what it is I want, been a crazy month but I hope now things are settling, thank you for this @enchantedspirit xxx
Thank you for helping me clarify some things and sharpen my focus on current priorities.