🌙 This Week's Cosmic Climate

> Moon Phase: New Moon

> Moon Sign: Virgo ♍️

> Energy Focus: Transformative and intuitive

🔮 Featured Card: The Hanged Man

Imagine you're standing at the edge of a serene lake, the water still and reflective. As you gaze into its depths, you see the Hanged Man, suspended in the water, his serene face looking back at you. This moment captures the essence of the Hanged Man's energy - a pause, a moment of stillness that invites us to see life from a new angle.

The Hanged Man, XII in the Major Arcana, is often misunderstood. His upside-down position isn't about being stuck; it's a voluntary surrender, a choice to see the world differently. The card's imagery, with the figure hanging from one foot, symbolizes sacrifice and letting go. The halo around his head suggests enlightenment and inner wisdom gained through this surrender.

In its upright position, the Hanged Man calls us to embrace patience and perspective. It's a reminder that sometimes, the most powerful action we can take is to pause. In our daily lives, this might mean taking a step back from a heated situation at work or allowing ourselves time to process our emotions rather than rushing to a decision.

It's about understanding that true wisdom often comes from stillness and reflection.

Reversed, the Hanged Man warns of resistance to change and a fear of letting go. It's a signal to look within and ask what we're holding onto that no longer serves us. This shadow work can be challenging but is crucial for growth. Perhaps it's a habit, a relationship, or a belief that we need to release to move forward.

Applying the Hanged Man's lessons daily involves embracing moments of stillness. Whether it's through meditation, journaling, or simply taking a walk in nature, allowing ourselves these pauses can transform our perspective and lead to profound insights.

The universal theme here is the power of surrender. Across all walks of life, letting go of control and embracing the flow of life can lead to unexpected growth and peace.

Journal Prompts & Spread Prompt

Journal Prompts:

1. Reflect on a situation in your life where you feel stuck. What might you need to surrender to gain a new perspective? 2. How can you incorporate more moments of stillness into your daily routine to foster inner wisdom?

Custom Tarot Spread: Navigating life's cycles

• Current Perspective - What is your current view on the situation at hand?

• Surrender - What can you let go of to gain a new insight?

• New Perspective - What new understanding or wisdom can you gain from this shift?

Instructions for Interpretation:

Shuffle your deck while focusing on the theme of justice. Lay out the cards in the order listed above. Reflect on each card's message and how it relates to the position's question.

Suggested Reflection Questions:

• How does the 'Surrender' card challenge your current beliefs or actions?

• What actionable steps can you take based on the 'New Perspective' card?

Astro Overlay

This week, as we embrace the energy of the Hanged Man, we're also under the influence of a New Moon in Virgo. This lunar phase encourages new beginnings and introspection, perfectly aligning with the Hanged Man's call for a fresh perspective.

With the Moon in Virgo, there's an emphasis on practical wisdom and self-improvement, enhancing the Hanged Man's lessons of patience and inner reflection.

The Moon's sextile to Venus in Cancer brings a nurturing energy, supporting us in letting go with love and compassion.

However, the Moon's opposition to Saturn retrograde in Pisces may bring some resistance or delays, echoing the Hanged Man's reversed energy. This aspect suggests that while we're encouraged to pause and reflect, we might feel a tug from old patterns or fears.

To work with these energies, consider using the New Moon's transformative power to set intentions around surrendering old habits or perspectives. The Hanged Man's energy will be most potent in the early part of the week, as the New Moon's influence peaks. Embrace this time to meditate on the Hanged Man's lessons, perhaps during the Moon's sextile to Venus, when emotional clarity is heightened.

As we navigate this week, let's remember that the Hanged Man's pause is not a sign of inaction but a powerful step towards transformation and enlightenment. By embracing the stillness and allowing ourselves to see from a new angle, we open the door to profound growth and wisdom.

Take a moment this week to connect with the energy of The Hanged Man.

Let this card guide your journey and illuminate your path forward.

With love and starlight,

Stella & The Star Tarot Team