New Moon in Leo - Creative Opportunities

On Wednesday August 16, 2023 we have a New Moon at 23 degrees of Leo. New Moons occur when the Sun and Moon are in the same sign of the zodiac, in this case the fixed fire sign of Leo. Leos are known to be dramatic, passionate, creative, proud and excellent leaders. They shine like the Sun, their ruling planet, which makes them naturally the centre of attention wherever they go. The New Moon in Leo is asking all of us to let our inner light shine, to not be afraid to express our creative and dramatic sides. Don’t worry what others think, express yourself without dimming your light.

 

Astro Codes Oracle

New moons are a great time to set goals as we are at the start of a new lunar cycle, and the Sun and Moon are working together, as they are in energetic alignment of the same sign. Leo rules children, hobbies, fun and games, creativity and self-expression. You can use this week to set intentions for any goals in these areas of your life. For those who like to cast New Moon spells, candle magick is especially potent now. Use red, orange, yellow or gold coloured candles, along with herbs like marigold, basil, rosemary or cinnamon. Oils associated with Leo are orange, basil and cedar, and crystals are pyrite, citrine, carnelian and garnet.  You can use any combination of these to create a wonderful Leo New Moon spell.

 

This particular Leo New Moon has an element of the surprising to it as it is square to the planet of inspiration and chaos – Uranus. Squares are stressful aspects and so Uranus may throw a wrench into any carefully laid plans we may set out on this day. It is important to go with the flow and expect the unexpected now. If you roll with the chaos and are prepared for an element of surprise, then this time can be one that provides inspiration and positive change. Mars is trine Uranus on the day of the New Moon, lending energy and the ability to take action. There is opportunity in the upheaval that is occurring.

 

This New Moon is conjuct the fixed star Subra. Subra is associated with plunder and strength, but also with honesty. This tells us that we can take advantage of any chaos that is happening now, and as long as we are honest and straightforward about it, we will succeed. Any trickery or manipulation will backfire, so don’t pretend to be something you are not.

 

The Sabian symbol for 23 degrees of Leo is “An Untidy and Unkempt Man”. This symbol is about being focused on the spiritual or creative, rather than the physical plane or on worldly appearances. Any goals set now should not be ones that are focused solely on material rewards, but on spiritual ones, including creative inspiration. It also reminds us to shine our light authentically without worrying about our appearance to others.

 

Leo New Moons are always a great time to set creative goals and express ourselves. This one in particular reminds us to make those goals from a truly authentic place, and that even in the midst of upheaval and chaos, new doors of opportunity are opening, if we have the courage to step through.

 

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