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Setting Intentions with Tarot and the New Moon

The new moon, a sliver of darkness in the vast night sky, is charged with the energetic momentum perfect for fresh beginnings. As the moon initiates its cycle anew, we can also plant the seeds of our desires. But with a tarot deck in hand and the new moon energy swirling, what intentions are best to cultivate?

Harnessing the Seedtime

The new moon isn’t a time for grand finales, but for beginnings. Think of it as fertile ground, ready to be tilled with your hopes and dreams. Tarot can be a powerful tool to harness your focus and gain clarity on the intentions that will help you manifest your dreams.

Seek Your Guiding Light

Instead of shuffling and drawing a card, take a moment to browse your tarot deck. Look for the card that resonates with you most – the Fool (0), the Magician (I), or the Empress (III). This card will be your guiding light as you set intentions for the upcoming lunar cycle.

• The Call of the Fool (0): This card embodies wide-eyed potential. Are you ready to embark on a new adventure? If the Fool calls to you, use the new moon to set intentions for exploration, for starting a new project, or for reigniting a forgotten passion.
• The Magician’s Invitation (I): The Magician signifies the power of will and focused action. Do you have a specific skill you want to develop or a goal you yearn to achieve? If the Magician compels you, the new moon’s influence is perfect for setting intentions that involve focused effort and transformation.
• The Empress’s Embrace (III): The Empress is the embodiment of abundance, creativity, and nurturing. New moon intentions set under her reign can be about cultivating self-love, fostering new relationships, or bringing forth creative projects. Does the Empress draw your eye? Let her guide your intentions in these areas.

Remember: Keep it SMART

While the tarot’s guidance is invaluable, remember to craft intentions that are SMART: Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, and Time-bound. A new moon intention of “being happier” is a perfect starting point, with some focus and attention, it may sound more like “spending 30 minutes a day practicing mindfulness for the next lunar cycle” which is more actionable and likely to lead you to the outcome you desire.

Let the Tarot Guide You

Here’s a simple ritual to solidify your new moon intention setting with the chosen tarot card:

1. Contemplate the Card’s Message. Hold the card you selected and reflect on its imagery and symbolism. What aspects resonate with your current desires?
2. Craft Your Intention. Using the card’s message as a guide, write down a clear and achievable intention for the lunar month ahead.

Remember, the new moon is a time for sewing seeds. Let the chosen tarot card guide you as you plant the seeds of your intentions and use the momentum of the lunar cycle, as it builds from new moon to full, to cultivate your dreams.

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