Today is the new moon, and like all new moons and full moons, I did a spread aligned to the moon’s current themes as a part of my recognition of the moon’s cycle and influences upon us. Today’s spread is courtesy of @hermitsmirror
CLEARING: What sensitive areas have I poked and prodded enough for now?
Three of Pentacles – You’ve done really well at including those in your life more in dealing with your responsibilities. Teamwork is going well right now and there’s no need to keep picking at it for the time being. You’ve noticed this in the delegation of housework, daily tasks, and order processing of late.
TRANSITIONAL PAUSE: How has diving deep inspired me to look far and wide for my next journey?
Queen of Wands – Even when you are unenthused, you still need to keep moving. This is something that you’ve struggled with ever since you started exploring your emotions more in depth. As a result, you are coming to an understanding that even when your emotions are low, it is no excuse for not giving yourself the support you need; and that it’s through continuing on in creative endeavors that you enjoy that you are able to pull yourself out of these slumps.
NEW SEEDS: What mind-expanding experiences are made possible by boldness?
The Hanged Man – When you allow yourself to explore different angles of perspective, it gives you a far more expensive experience and understanding then you would otherwise receive. Sometimes these moments allow you to get a peek at the truth that you were trying to deny, while other times they allow you to see the truth in others that they are trying to hide.
LIGHT IN THE DARKNESS: How does constantly shifting allow me to find my flow?
Five of Swords – “Flow” is all about movement. When you remain still, things become stagnant and there is no “flow”. Stagnancy is toxic and promotes decay. It takes time to climb out of and recover from it once it’s managed to set in. You’ve found that it’s better to keep moving, even if you’re moving blindly, than to stand still and let the stagnancy gather around you.
PLANETARY BOON: What good fortune awaits discovery?
Eight of Cups – By sticking things out instead of giving up and walking away, sometimes those things that have you wanting to walk away will turn around, and you’ll find that you don’t need to move on after all. It’s all about picking and choosing which things you decide to take a chance on, and if you’re okay with it not turning out… because sometimes that can happen too.
New Moon advice from the Minoan Goddess Amalthea.
Knight of Swords – Keep going. Just because things feel uncertain now and then doesn’t mean it’s time to put down the sword and stop fighting.
Other elements included in this reading:
Goat Figurine as Sympathetic Representation of Amalthea
Foraged Silver Maple Key for Bouncing Back to Thrive
Scotch Pine Cones for Purging Negative Influences
Foraged Purple Heather Sprigs for Independence and Luck
Foraged Parmeliaceae Lichen for a “Breath of Fresh Air”
Selenite for Purification and drawing in Positive Energy
Twisting the Leaf 