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Another smooth sailing week awaits us, as Monday and Tuesday unfold under the Scorpio Moon. We will feel energized and ready to face whatever comes our way! Wednesday and Thursday will prove a mixed bag under the Sagittarius Moon, as our efforts can get blocked or we may feel misunderstood. The good news is, we’ll be flexible and patient enough to find a new path to our goals and to take the time to smooth out any ruffled feathers that occur. The rest of the week, Friday through Sunday unfolds under a grounded Capricorn Moon, where we can attend to physical activities and needs with ease. Venus will enter Aquarius on Saturday, kicking off a six-week cycle of exploring the unusual and the inventive. Sunday’s Capricorn new Moon gives us a chance to make a wish! As one of the most manifesting new Moons of the zodiac, it won’t take long for our wishes to come true!

The Moon and the Elements, by Bernadette Evans

(Article originally published in The Llewellyn Journal.)

Have you ever wondered why you feel a certain way on some days? All of a sudden you throw all your plans out the window and do something completely different from what you'd arranged! Suddenly you're going on an unexpected road trip. Or a friend you haven't spoken to in a while pops into your mind and you pick up the phone to see how they're doing. Maybe you woke up and feel like cooking or tidying up your home, or you jump out of bed, inspired and ready to put some plans into action! Your subconscious is tapping into the energy of the Moon.

There are four elements in astrology: fire, earth, air, and water. Every planet in the chart is in a particular sign, which is ruled by an element. The Moon represents our emotions as well as what nurtures us and makes us feel safe and secure. The Moon moves quickly through the sky and the zodiac, completing its journey approximately every 28–29 days. Then she begins her voyage all over again. The astrological signs are paired with one of the four elements. The Moon acts differently in each element and each one has a distinctive feel and wants to express itself in its own way. By paying attention to what sign the Moon is in on a particular day, you can tap into the sign and its element and work with it in a conscious manner.

The Moon in a Fire Sign
When the Moon travels through a fire sign, you can expect to feel more energized. Fire is hot, energetic, impulsive, passionate, and determined. You can be excited, ready to take a leap and just go for it. You may also feel more generous and want to share your joy and bounty with others. When the Moon is in a fire sign, you're more apt to take a chance on something. You feel brave and courageous and a part of you wants to be seen, to be noticed. It can also be dramatic and burn you if you're not careful. Let’s look at the signs that are ruled by fire.

When the Moon flies through the sign of Aries, you could use this energy to start a new venture! You feel inspired and enthusiastic about your ideas and are eager to get started. Your passion for a project or even the spark of an idea can help you begin, but if you don't keep adding fuel to the fire, you could run out of steam. When the Moon is in Aries, you could be quick at initiating things but have a hard time finishing what you began. Try and persevere if you're able, or delegate the rest of the job to someone who can run with it. Exercise is a great way to move fiery energy through your body. Any exercise that makes you feel alive and excited would feel fantastic.

When the Moon is in the sign of Leo, you could feel more playful. You may feel like you're in a buddy movie and all you need is a supporting player, aka an admirer, to accompany you on the ride for some fun and adventure. You're living in the moment and want to be noticed and celebrated. There's a need to express yourself and say, "Here I am, world!" Getting the attention of others feels like a balm. You want to express yourself by creating something, whether it's poetry, pottery, or telling a good joke. You need to say, "Look at me; see what I can do." When the Moon is in Leo, you can feel more generous and supportive, wanting to give your friends a helping hand.

When the Moon rides through the sign of Sagittarius, you feel like you're fired up and want to travel and explore. It could be the exploration of a new subject. You want to immerse yourself in learning something spiritual or mystical, or anything with a psychological framework. If you do decide to delve into a subject, it will be something that fascinates and inspires you. Maybe you feel the open road is calling your name. When the Moon is in Sagittarius, you could feel pulled in a few directions, as there are so many things to do, learn, and soak up. You feel like you're on a quest to discover something big! Optimism and enthusiasm stoke your fire while you endlessly move and search for more.

The Moon in an Earth Sign
You can feel the shift when the Moon meanders through an earth sign. There's a desire to build something substantial. It's a good day to get things done. It's really all about planning, making lists, organizing, doing chores, and working on projects. The adage "slow and steady wins the race" is fitting when speaking about earth energy. You want to get your hands dirty, to build something. It’s about perseverance and doggedness, wanting a tangible result after all the effort. It’s a great time to deal with the practicalities of life. Organizing parties, closets, and checkbooks can be easier when the Moon is in an earth sign. Getting in touch with your body, being stable and grounded helps you be present. You may take on a lot of responsibility when the Moon is in an earth sign. Remember to balance work with play and have some fun.

When the Moon is in the sign of Taurus, it has a sensual feeling. Touching and being touched is a nice use of this energy and feels fabulous. Going for a massage or any bodywork would be beneficial. Spend some time in nature by strolling through a forest or a park, or go out into your garden and feel the dirt between your fingers. There's a desire to build something, to leave a legacy, to have something to show for your hard work. Taurus is ruled by Venus, so if you make money from your efforts, that's a bonus. Venus is also about beauty and art, so sitting down to doodle, make jewelry, paint, sing, or any other artistic pursuit would bring its own rewards.

When the Moon is in the sign of Virgo, you may bolt out of bed to get started on that to-do list. Making lists and checking them off feels satisfying when the Moon makes its home here for a few days. Be conscious of taking on too many projects at once. It's easy to get bogged down with too many details and think you're not doing a good job. Let go of the need to be perfect and just get the job done. You may have an urge to clean the house—go for it. You can accomplish a lot when you follow the energy, tap into it, and use it constructively. Making nutritious meals to nurture yourself and others would be perfect, as Virgo is concerned with health matters. Studying up on a modality related to health concerns could be helpful. You never know when this information will come in handy.

When the Moon is in the sign of Capricorn, there's more of a structured feel to the day. Again, you might want a list, but it's all about business. How can you create more business or further your career? You need to contact the right people who can help you advance. There's a more serious "get to work" vibe when the Moon is in the sign of the goat. It's about putting one foot in front of the other and then doing it again and again. Career, money, advancement, and prestige take center stage. Capricorn energy is very dedicated and focused, so remember to schedule a coffee break during the day. It will all get finished, so don't push yourself too hard.

The Moon in an Air Sign
When the Moon is in an air sign, the energy shifts gears—it's quicker. It's about communication and connection. It’s time to call up a friend to catch up. Since air is so fast, you may rush in with questions without waiting for a response. Remember to take a breath, slow down, and listen to what's being said. You could write in a journal, give a lecture, sing—anything where you let your voice be heard in the most authentic way you can. Be curious, reading and studying a subject that captures your interest. Turn inward, listen to your intuition, let it guide you, and make a vision board of your hopes and dreams.

Working with the Moon in Gemini is easy and complicated at the same time. You could wake up and have a million great ideas, but if you don't write them down or do something with them, they could just evaporate. That's the thing with Gemini—you can easily get distracted. Pay close attention to your thoughts, and carry a notebook to write down all your ideas or use your phone to record a voice memo. You're like a wordsmith, collecting information and sharing it with others. When the Moon is in Gemini, you should have no problem entertaining yourself; pick up a crossword puzzle or a sudoku puzzle to play with. There's so much information on the internet and social media that discovering new ideas is not the problem; it's learning when to shut it off. You may get information overload, and that's when you might want to do something physical to shut off the noise and get out of your head.

Friendships and relationships take center stage when the Moon travels through Libra. Call up a friend and go for a coffee or just gab on the phone. This is the time when you're drawn to be with others. Sharing stories, learning what's happening in their lives—it's what makes the world go 'round. When the Moon is in Libra, you crave harmony above all else. You want fairness and balance and go out of your way putting others' wants and needs before your own. Remember, relationships are about an equal amount of give and take. I'm not saying you want to keep score, but pay attention if the scales seem unbalanced in any way. You might want to add some beautiful touches to your home at this time, a few special items that add a homey quality to your surroundings.

Freedom and excitement are calling your name when the Moon lands in Aquarius. The air has an electric quality to it, and you're up for anything new and bizarre. If it's got a bit of a weird or odd slant to it, all the better; it’s like it has your name written all over it. Socializing with groups, specifically the people closest to you, the ones who understand you, is part of the function of the Aquarian Moon. You could rebel and be argumentative for the fun of it or just because. A good use of this energy is to enjoy hanging out with friends or visit someplace you've never been before and explore.

The Moon in a Water Sign
Feelings abound when the Moon swims through a water sign. Your psychic antenna is tuned in to the frequencies of the watery Moon. Your sensitivity and emotions are amplified so much that you can't distinguish if what you're feeling actually belongs to you or to someone else. Water absorbs, and you can easily absorb other people's feelings and energy. Learning to create good boundaries is vital to your health during this time. When the Moon is in a water sign, you may want to have some time alone to meditate or just sit quietly, turning inward. A watery Moon can bring your creativity to the surface. Listening to music can get your juices flowing and help your creativity. Tuning in to your body at this time is also great, either with meditation, yoga, qigong, swimming, or any exercise where you are bringing awareness to your activities.

When the Moon is in Cancer, spending time at home can look inviting. Having some time to yourself to retreat, rest, and rejuvenate is important for you to restore your energy sources. Whatever nurtures you is the perfect thing to do with the Cancer Moon. It could be cooking a favourite recipe that is comforting and nourishing. Maybe it's curling up in a corner with your herbal tea and a good book or watching a favourite sentimental movie. You just want to slow things down and bring them down a notch—some quiet and solitude looks good about now.

The Scorpio Moon could bring up some intense feelings. Passions may run hot when the Moon is here. You could channel that heat by expressing it through dance or any physical activity, such as running, martial arts, or boxing. Another great outlet is sexual expression. Sexual expression is physical intimacy, but it's also creation in all its forms. There are times when you want to know more about life and the secrets that it holds. Spend time exploring a subject where you find out more about human nature. Digging below the surface is one of the ways to tap into this energy. Another avenue is to be hypnotized. Some insights may be uncovered when you're in a trance, and you never know where they could lead you. Think of the Scorpio Moon as a treasure hunt: so many things to explore and discover.

When the Moon is in the sign of the two fishes, Pisces, there is a dreaminess to this time. The veil is thinner, and you could get more intuitive hits during this time. Which makes this a fantastic time to write in a journal and see what messages come through after you meditate. It's also the perfect time to play with tarot cards or any other divination tool that grabs you. You may want to think about keeping a dream journal by your bed to record your dreams; you never know what insights you'll receive. Feelings of empathy and compassion may surface, as you want to help those in need. Ultimately, you want to connect with a higher power, whether you're meditating, praying, or attending a spiritual or religious gathering.

Final Thoughts
Have fun playing with the Moon and the elements. Keep a journal and pay attention to how you're feeling when the Moon transits a specific sign. Figure out your own particular way of communicating with the Moon. You'll soon see a relationship building between the two of you. Above all, enjoy riding the lunar waves.

Excerpted from Llewellyn's 2023 Moon Sign Book.

Article originally published in The Llewellyn Journal. Copyright Llewellyn Worldwide, 2022. All rights reserved.

In 1995, a magician asked for my photograph, and I gave it to him. He was very attractive. Since then, however, I have been having strange feelings and thinking about him a lot. I feel like some kind of bad magic was performed on me and I don't know how to get it out of me. I am very religious and have very strong beliefs. This is very scary for me. If you have any advice, I would appreciate it very much. I would like to find out if he did something magic by using my photograph. Thanks!

Brigit

Astrea:

In order to know for sure if the magician with your photograph is trying to harm you in some way, it would be necessary to have quite a bit more information. You're talking about 1995 - a long time ago. This is a long time to be thinking of someone. Whether that person means you harm or not, you feel fear, so it's time to create some protection.

First, surround yourself with an egg of White Light to repel any evil-doers or spirits who mean to do you harm. Start at the top of your head and wrap yourself in the light from head to toe, front to back, fingertip to fingertip. Spread your arms as wide as you can, and see the light go over and under you from hand to hand. It's almost like juggling to make the streams of Light you create from your center flow outward to encompass your entire body.

Carry and wear some items of protection with you. A St. Mary medal is particularly effective against Black Magic, as is a St. Jude Medal. There are inexpensive ones available at any Catholic bookstore, and you don't have to be a Catholic to use their power.

Silver jewelry is a good deterrent against any unpleasant forces that are trying to invade your Harmony. Gold jewelry is not used as often for protection because as a metal, gold is too soft.

Silver jewelry set with lapis lazuli, garnet or sapphire stones is most treasured for its protective powers. When trying to avoid evil vibrations, it is unwise to ear onyx, obsidian, or smoky topaz. Don't wear any marcasite jewelry either, and try to avoid all man-made and treated gemstones.

If possible, carry some rose quartz in a spherical shape at all times. Wear a carnelian ring on your left hand for clarity of mind so that you can be sure you're not imagining things. Wear turquoise or amethyst to repel evil, and plant an herb garden with plenty of sage and rosemary. If you don't live where you have a yard available, plant some in a pot and set the pot in your kitchen window.

While extreme, the old-fashioned remedy of hanging strings of garlic across windows and doorways is very effective. Instead of a whole string, a whole clove of garlic may be sewn into a small red bag to hang over the windows and doors. You can also lightly salt around your entire house and yard for added strength and further protection.

Since none of these suggestions will draw attention to you in any way, try what makes you feel comfortable. I hope you feel better soon!

*****

Susyn:

It is important to keep in mind that no one - not even a magician - can hold power or control over you unless you allow it. So every time you feel that he might be controlling or influencing you, you are actually encouraging the idea that he can.

Even if he is attempting to gain control over you via your photograph, you can easily rid yourself of him and his magic. I feel he may have attempted to influence your feelings for him via this picture, but instead of inspiring your heart, he attempted to get into your mind.

Having thoughts and feelings about someone doesn't always indicate that they have deliberately cast a spell on you, but your fear that he might have may really be keeping you stuck in this idea.

In any case, to clear this power you feel he has over you, you will first have to banish the fear that he can influence you in any way. To do this, I recommend a spell I developed called Freezing. This will stop the flow of any thoughts or emotions either of you might carry, and keep him from infiltrating your thoughts.

It won't harm him; it will simply stop the worry you keep entertaining. Because you don't mention ever seeing or having contact with him again directly, this should take care of the problem fairly quickly.

To perform this freezing ritual, you will need a piece of unlined brown paper, a sandwich size Zip-loc bag, and sea salt.

First, write the name of this magician on the piece of brown paper, and then a line or two asking that his negative energy, thoughts and influences be frozen from bothering you. Fold the paper in half, drop it into the sandwich bag, and sprinkle a pinch of sea salt into the bag.

Fill the bag halfway with water - just enough to make sure the paper is covered. Seal the bag and place it in your freezer. Within 24 hours, you should notice your thoughts about him easing.

Wait two days and if you haven't noticed a radical difference, or if the trouble subsides and then starts up again, repeat the ritual. You may have to repeat it a third time if his energy is strong, so wait two more days to see if your first two rituals worked before performing it again. Leave the bag or bags in the freezer indefinitely or until you move.

This should end any concerns you have over the magician and help you make a fresh start, free of worry. It will also restore your own personal power and energy so you won't find yourself in this position again in the future.

Astrea:

Many times in life we hear, "You will always have what you NEED, but not necessarily what you WANT." Your spirit must have needed to experience the feeling of leaving your human body, and the suggestion in the next chapter of Sylvia Brown's book was all it took to get you there.

Even though you hadn't read it yet, your SOUL recognized the title of that chapter as something it had been seeking, and your soul, knowing that you had that reference to read after your experience, got with it and out you went!

While I don't usually recommend her books, Sylvia Brown has a wide reaching and powerful effect on lots of people. A Gemini like you would be able to relate easily to her writing and put it to good use. Synchronicity - you gotta love it!

I like your description of "getting caught." That's exactly what it feels like, isn't it? One minute you're free and hovering above the room, and the next minute, ZAP! back down into your corporeal form you go!

As a little kid, I loved that "feeling of return." With practice, most of the time we can control that event, but sometimes, when our physical ears hear a distracting noise or something else occurs to knock us back into reality, back we go. With practice you will be able to control your return better.

I find it interesting that you were visiting your mother-in-law and not someone in your own genetic family. Evidently, you and your husband got married for reasons that are even deeper than love. His family's interest in "psychic stuff" will nurture your children in such matters and help them to grow into their own abilities.

You'll never have to be concerned that when your daughter visits them, she'll be discouraged from exploring her own psychic life and power. My parents encouraged me to develop my psychic senses in a time when it wasn't nice to even discuss such things in public. Heck, it's STILL not considered a great topic at the dinner table in some families!

Your kids will get to talk about it ALL and ask questions and read and study. This is going to give them such an edge in life! Talk with your husband about how you want to present this to your kiddos, so that you are united in your approach and ready to tell them their experiences are all natural and okay.

A word or two of warning: Geminis often have difficulty staying grounded in REAL LIFE. Don't get so strung out on your ASTRAL life that you neglect what you're doing here on Earth.

You are at the beginning of a long journey to learn where your power really lies. Try to be patient with this process and take your time.