New Moon in Virgo 2023
Collective reading for the New Moon in Virgo 2023. For this month’s reading I used the Wild Life Tarot and the Nevermore Oracle. Spread from the Writual Planner.
Where am I right now?
Nine of Cups (rev) + Secrets
We find ourselves in a period of discontent due to lack of honesty or transparency. Our feelings may have been hurt recently, or we may be struggling to find a way to say what needs to be said in order to feel like things are set right. It may be necessary to release the expectation that everything will be laid out in the open. It may be that some things are not meant to be known, and we must find a way to reconcile our disappointment over not having access to the full story.
What is influencing me?
The Moon (rev) + Beauty
We may be influenced during this next moon cycle by a shifting understanding of values and, in turn, a change in our relationship to the concept of hope. Perhaps we have recently been shaken by a realization that changed our perspective of what is possible. Or we may have been shocked when someone or something revealed their true colors, forcing us to abandon any illusion we may have been harboring about them. The result is an invitation to readjust our values in a grounded and realistic way.
What have I released since the last full moon?
Page of Pentacles + Demon
We may have made great strides in the last moon cycle by abandoning or releasing bad habits or attitudes that were holding us back from material or financial stability and prosperity. We are learning how to better manage our resources. This may be a result of direct instruction in financial literacy, or an opportunity to heal past trauma around money, or a combination of such factors. The shifts have resulted in a more abundant and positive attitude, and more confidence that we can build wealth that supports our personal goals and dreams.
What seeds am I ready to plant?
Two of Swords (rev) + Dream
One result of this increased stability is clarity about what we want, and the desire to move toward things we have only dreamed of in the past. With Mercury stationing direct, our collective energy begins once again to move forward, and we are ready to sign contracts, book travel plans, and enter into agreements that seemed sketchy only a few weeks ago. We are more decisive and sure about what steps to take in our life journey.
How can I help my intentions grow?
Temperance + Life/Death
When nurturing these dreams and goals, the message is one of balance. Make sure you are tending to projects with the right formula of work and rest. Engage in self care. Give your relationships the space they need to breathe and mature in their unique way. Remember the yin and yang to all things, the push-pull between action and patience. You may know what you want to do, and be excited to get started, but be mindful that you cannot force some things into being. The process is as important to understand as the end result that you desire.
What can I rely on during this cycle?
The World (rev) + Sanity/Insanity
You can count on a series of highs and lows during this next lunar cycle. We are coming out of a relatively low energy period, and there is a message here to have caution about rushing too quickly to get things done and the collective energy and excitement picks up steam. Remember that perfection is a false target. Acknowledge that you will make mistakes, circuits will fail, parts will break down, and setbacks will occur. This does not mean that you should give up. Instead, take a step back, slow down, and consider how you can move forward with careful and measured action.
