August 2024: Creative Expression
Focus: Heart-Centered Inspiration
King of the Month: Leo
Element: Fire
Mode: Fixed
Ruling Planet: Sun
HIGHLIGHTS: Mercury Retrograde, Lions Gate Portal, Several Planetary Squares
Last month you were encouraged to nurture the seeds of creation, and now Leo will support your outward expression, bringing your inner-world into manifest! In this energy, you may feel inspired to shine and share your ideas with anyone who’s willing to listen, but if you’re only motivated by validation from others, you may find yourself a wounded lion, licking your wounds.
Being ruled by the sun, Leo wants to be seen. Is there any possible way to ignore the sun? Only in hiding, but there is nothing to fear when you believe in YOU, as lions do. What if you could accomplish anything just by validating yourself? It’s more than possible, and with a bit of humility, you will also find that sharing the light won’t dull your magnificence. In fact, acknowledging the light in other people is one of life’s greatest teacher’s, and it can support you in your endeavors.
If you are struggling with your confidence, in any aspect of life, allow Leo to give you a burst of its charisma! When handled with care, this energy can show you how magical you are, just by being you! Remember, you are here for a reason. The world is your stage, according to Leo, and you will be well received if you align with your heart and express with LOVE!
For those of you who receive some form of recognition this month, remember to receive the acknowledgement with grace. Or if you receive a gift, regardless of the size, be sure to acknowledge the thoughtfulness of the gesture. Your appreciation, for all things, helps you to become a magnet for more gifts of love and compassion.
If you’re hyper-focused on what you don’t have, this would also be a great opportunity to give back. There is a lot going on in the world, outside of your scope, and your generosity can make a world of difference.
Gift From Leo: May you stand tall in your divine nature, allowing your radiance to be shared with all, inspiring others to shine just as brightly. May you find beauty in your unique manifestation of light, sharing your creativity and honoring your own expression of the Divine, in form. May you roar to encourage and protect those who have yet to see their own reflection in the sun.
Events of the Month...
Lammas, Celebration of Harvest: August 1st
Alchemist of the Month: New Moon in Leo, August 4th
Mercury Retrograde: August 5th - August 20th (5th - 14th in Virgo, 14th - 20th in Leo)
Lion's Gate Portal, (peak) August 8th - access MP3 of guided meditation below, and CLICK HERE TO LEARN MORE about the Lions Gate Portal
Queen of the Month: Full Moon in Aquarius, August 19th
Sun Enters Virgo: August 22nd
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LIONS GATE PORTAL MEDITATION:
To prepare, write your intention to allow heart-centered alignment and wash your hands as a symbol of purification.
Visualization: portal opening to the Hallways of Time, guarded by the Royal Lions of Sirius (left, Lion of Yesterday and right, Lion of Tomorrow). Also see/feel/sense lemniscate (infinity symbol) above your crown. Find your meditative seat to support your ability to tune into the higher-mind and allowing clear reception.
Gifts of this energy:
1. purify and amplification of consciousness
2. heart-centered alignment to support conscious creation
3. accelerated ascension / awakening consciousness
4. energetic activation to support embodiment of True Self
5. clarifies direction / purpose / expression
6. unification within self
7. unification with divine consciousness
8. harmonization: as above, so below
When you come out of meditation, take note of your experiences.