The Magician came through as our card of the week, and with the New Moon arriving alongside it, I felt there was more to the message worth exploring.
So I pulled another three cards, and what came through was a lovely reminder of how much our thoughts, feelings and intentions can influence the direction we choose to take.
The Magician | Recognising Your Own Power
You've already got more within you than you're giving yourself credit for. Whether there's something you've been wanting to start, a change you've been thinking about making, or an idea you've had sitting in the back of your mind, The Magician is reminding you of what you're capable of.
There's something quite powerful about recognising that you already have skills, knowledge and experiences you can draw upon. You might not have everything figured out yet, but that doesn't mean you can't start working towards what you want.
Knight of Cups | Following What Matters to You
The Knight of Cups brings in that lovely energy of following your heart, listening to your intuition and allowing yourself to explore what genuinely excites you.
Maybe there's something you've been drawn towards lately, but you've been talking yourself out of it because it doesn't seem practical, or because it's different from what you'd originally planned. This card is asking you to pay attention to those feelings rather than automatically dismissing them.
Sometimes the things we're most drawn towards are worth giving a chance, even if we don't know exactly where they'll lead.
Two of Swords | What's Holding You Back?
Now this is where things get interesting, because although there's all this potential and inspiration coming through, the Two of Swords suggests there's something making you hesitate.
You might be questioning yourself, worrying about making the wrong choice, or getting so caught up in your thoughts that you're struggling to hear what you actually want.
And there's nothing wrong with taking your time to think things through, but there comes a point where overthinking can stop you from moving forward altogether.
You don't need to have every answer before allowing yourself to explore something new.
Two of Cups | Finding Your Balance
I love that the Two of Cups followed the Two of Swords, because there's such a difference in the energy between these two cards.
Where the Two of Swords shows that feeling of being caught in your thoughts, the Two of Cups brings in connection, understanding and finding a balance between the two.
And although this card can represent relationships, I don't necessarily see this as a romantic message. There's something here about the relationship you have with yourself, listening to both your heart and your mind, and making choices that actually reflect what you want.
It's also a reminder of how important the right connections can be. People who understand you, support what you're working towards and allow you to be yourself.
You can listen to your heart without ignoring your head, and you can be sensible without talking yourself out of everything that excites you.
For me, this New Moon message is about recognising what you want for yourself and giving those ideas a chance, rather than allowing fear or self-doubt to make the decisions for you.
So as we step into this new lunar cycle, think about what you've been wanting to bring into your life. Is it something that genuinely excites you? Is there something you've been putting off because you're unsure whether you're capable of it?
And what would happen if you started giving yourself a little more credit for what you already know?
You might be surprised by what you're capable of when you start believing in yourself.
New Moon Ritual | From Intention to Action
I wanted to include a simple intention-setting ritual to go alongside this reading, especially with The Magician being such a beautiful card to work with when we're thinking about what we'd like to create.
You don't need lots of tools or an elaborate setup for this. Just a little time for yourself and somewhere you can sit comfortably without too many distractions.
What you'll need
- A candle, if you'd like to light one
- Your journal or a piece of paper
- A crystal of your choosing, if you'd like to include one
1. Take a moment for yourself
Find somewhere comfortable and light your candle if you're using one. Give yourself a few moments to settle, take a couple of breaths and think about what this New Moon means for you.
There's no need to rush into writing anything straight away.
2. Reflect on the message
Before setting your intention, have a think about these three questions:
What am I ready to create or welcome into my life?
Is there anything that's been holding me back from beginning?
What do I already have within me that could help me move forward?
You can write your answers down or simply sit with them for a while. There's no right or wrong way to do this and you might find that something different comes up than what you originally expected.
3. Set your intention
Once you've had some time to reflect, write down one intention you'd like to focus on during this lunar cycle.
Try to make it something that genuinely matters to you, rather than something you feel you should be doing.
And remember, an intention doesn't have to be a huge life-changing goal. Sometimes it's about the way we want to feel, how we'd like to approach something, or what we're ready to give ourselves permission to explore.
4. Give your intention somewhere to begin
This is where The Magician comes back into the ritual.
Have a think about one thing you could do to support the intention you've just set. It doesn't need to happen tonight, and it doesn't need to be anything huge.
Maybe there's something you've been wanting to learn, a conversation you've been putting off, or an idea you'd like to start exploring.
The intention is yours, and so is the way you choose to work towards it.
When you're finished, keep your written intention somewhere you can return to throughout the lunar cycle. You might even like to revisit it around the Full Moon and see how things have changed.
New Moon Affirmation
I trust my intuition, believe in my abilities and give myself permission to create a life that feels true to me.
A Blessing for This New Moon
May this New Moon bring you the confidence to believe in yourself a little more, the clarity to recognise what truly matters to you and the courage to give your ideas the chance they deserve.
May you remember that you already carry so much within you, and that whatever you're hoping to create, you're allowed to begin exactly where you are.
With love & intention,
Chrystal | Sticks & Stones
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