On August 4th, 2024 we have an uplifting New Moon at 12° Leo.
This is a truly beautiful New Moon that only makes positive aspects with other planets: it is sextile Jupiter and Mars in Gemini.
When a lunation makes positive aspects – and no tense aspects like squares and oppositions – the universe is giving us a break. When there are fewer challenges to overcome, we can then finally focus on ourselves.
You probably know – from anecdotal evidence or from our own experience – that the best ideas come from taking a shower or going for a walk.
Why? Because it’s only when we take a break from the demands of the world that we can invite inspiration.
It’s in that stillness, in the doing nothing, that our brain gets the chance to relax.
When was the last time you gave yourself the luxury of doing nothing? It might feel unsettling, or even guilt-inducing, to take a break from the world. However, taking a break is an essential step in making space for something new to emerge.
It’s in that space of stillness that we invite new opportunities. These opportunities are right there, waiting for you to take a break and lower the volume of your busy life so you can truly hear the knock on the door.
New Moon In Leo – The Aspects
The New Moon in Leo is sextile Mars in Jupiter in Gemini. This is a highly motivating and energizing sextile that is guaranteed to stimulate our drive and enthusiasm.
A sextile is a favorable aspect that brings in opportunities. Unlike a trine, which signifies innate talents and gifts, the sextile represents opportunities that need to get activated, and that require our conscious intervention.
A sextile is more dynamic and more action-oriented than a trine. We have to actually put our gym or dancing outfit on, and get out of the door. We need to get out of the house!
It’s incredible how many people dream of changing their lives for the better without actually taking action.
The New Moon in Leo says: no more excuses. Leo, the sign of the heart, represents our inner child who wants to express itself and be seen for who it truly is.
Jupiter in Gemini is our goals, what drives us and motivates us to reach our potential. When you feel excited, motivated, and look forward to the future, you know you’re in touch with your Jupiter energy.
And Mars gives you that extra push and assertiveness to get things done, so you’re not just dreaming about these exciting goals – Jupiter – but actually taking action to make them happen.
New Moon In Leo – What Makes You Happy?
Venus is at the 29th degree in Leo; she knows what she wants. With Mercury preparing to turn retrograde, this New Moon isn’t the best time to be bold about worldly goals like money, career, or other success metrics.
Instead, focus on reconnecting with your inner child, taking time to get to know yourself better, and rediscovering what truly makes you happy.
Terms like ‘inner child’ or ‘find your bliss’ may sound cliché because they’re often overused, but they are fundamentally important.
It’s now a known fact that depression, many illnesses, and chronic conditions are linked to stress, which comes from a lack of joy, self-care, and dedicated “me time”.
Focusing on what brings you joy is not selfish, in fact, it’s one of the most responsible things you can do for yourself and the world.
At the New Moon in Leo, take some time to reflect on what makes you happy, what brings you joy, and what you want more of. Then use the initiating energy of the New Moon, combined with the action-oriented boost from the Mars-Jupiter sextile, to actually take steps toward it.
Happy New Moon!
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