This New Moon in Leo Is Perfect For Setting Goals

Think big! That's the vibe of Leo season. The energy has been building over the last few months with a Cancer new moon sandwiched between two consecutive full moons in Capricorn. These astrological events provided the energy to help us face emotions and tap into what we want out of life. Those powerful full moons cleared the pathway for us to dream as big and bold as ever before. Now, the Lion's roar fills the space those full moons created, providing us with a platform that is as fierce and confident as the king of the jungle.

New moons are a gift. They are blank pages waiting to be filled. This moon cycle isn't a time to fold into yourself. Instead, it's a time to honor that your presence in this life is also a gift. When you truly acknowledge this, your magic elevates by leaps and bounds. You are freeing yourself from the voice of self-doubt and insecurities. Utilize this new moon to continue setting intentions that create more confidence and authority in your life. Find things to be grateful for in your everyday life as you position yourself to continue learning, growing, and becoming the person you want to be. Remember that every level of growth is something to celebrate. The little wins are wins nonetheless. Cheer yourself on during all the stages of life because they are necessary along our journey and come with unique lessons to help us reach the next level.

The new moon in Leo will peak on Aug. 4 at 7:13 a.m. ET. Get your journals and pens ready, and write out what you wish to manifest over the next six months until the full moon in Leo.

Leos love to be the center of attention. The fifth zodiac sign brings the fire element, and it's hard to miss. So, whether Leo is one of your big three signs (sun, moon, and rising) or not, you can tap into the Lion's energy and stake your claim as the co-creator of your life with the Universe.

Things to consider during this new moon are love and romance. If you desire more of these things in your life and are determined to find them, you can wish for them under the new moon in Leo. You can also focus on things like creativity, fun, and play. Life can be so serious. If you've found that it's gotten a bit too heavy, wish to lighten things up in your life by incorporating more fun in your schedule and being around others who bring out the most playful sides of you. As adults, play is so important. It not only keeps us in a youthful mind frame, but it can also be highly healing to inner child wounds.

Great Spirit, I pray to allow my dreams to become a reality by believing they can. I know something special lives within me, and I am ready to see past the insecurities that have crippled me for long enough. Give me the strength and confidence of a lion so that I may never dim my light again.

Strength - The lion represents this tarot card and is associated nicely with Leo vibes.

Solar Plexus - Our center for self-worth and confidence coincides with this fire sign.

Ingredients:

Sea Salt

Sage and Palo Santo

Florida Water

Rose Water

Herbs: marigold, lemon balm, chamomile

Crystals: citrine, carnelian

Flowers: sunflower

Candle: Yellow

Essential Oils: Frankincense and clary sage

Ritual:

1. Begin by refreshing your space with sage, followed by palo santo. Allow the sacred smoke to float around, and as it does, imagine all the negative, stagnant energy leaving. Remember to open up windows and doors if you can.

2. Next, bring your ingredients to the bathroom or wherever you will take your spiritual bath. A beautiful decorative plate with all your ingredients displayed would be great. Remember, Leo doesn't do things small. You are luxurious. Bask in it!

3. Begin filling your tub with warm water and add splashes of Florida Water and Rose Water as you set your intentions and show gratitude. The rose will help bring feelings of love. Take a deep breath and set yourself free.

4. Next, add up to 2.5 cups of sea salt and mix with your hands until it's dissolved.

5. Follow that with several drops of essential oils, and then add a few handfuls of herbs. Mix everything in with your hands and continue speaking your dreams into existence.

6. Top your beautiful, magical bath filled with your wishes and intentions with sunflower petals. Sprinkle them over the water to bring the sunshine to your ritual.

7. Save some sunflowers to place in a vase, crystals, and candle. This will create a Leo New Moon altar to amplify your wishes. Light the candle, step into your bath, and enjoy!