“Be crumbled. So wildflowers will come up where you are. You have been stony for too many years. Try something different. Surrender.”
~ Rumi
As we journey through summer 2025, I wanted to share some thoughts on the beautiful cosmic energies unfolding around us. This season truly feels like a powerful time for deep healing and for us to step more fully into who we are. We have the Leo New Moon shining its light and inviting us to rediscover our inner radiance. In addition to that, we have the intuitive reflection of Mercury Retrograde. These cosmic moments offer a wonderful chance for growth, boosting our creativity and helping us nurture our precious nervous systems.
The Leo New Moon: A Call to Heart-Centered Living
The New Moon in Leo, arriving around July 24th, is going to be pretty intense, and I think we’ll all feel it. While new moons are usually about new beginnings and setting intentions, you might actually feel a lot of pressure building up beforehand. Perhaps a heavy weight on your shoulders, or maybe some tension and frustration. This energy has been building, and it’s all going to lead to a big release under this New Moon.
Leo, with its vibrant energy, reminds us how courageous we are and how much joy we can create from the heart. A key theme showing up with this New Moon is our relationship with control and power. You might find yourself noticing if you’re trying to micromanage or control every situation to feel powerful. Sometimes, this kind of control can actually give us a false sense of power. The planets are really highlighting this dynamic, encouraging us to look closely at where we might be holding on too tightly.
A Time of Transformation
This New Moon is a profound time to embrace transformation, gently nudging us to release old patterns and beliefs that are holding us back. It’s a chance to redefine yourself and step into a more authentic version of who you are.
Leo energy is all about passion and creating from the heart, so use this time to explore your artistic side, express yourself genuinely, and bring your unique ideas to life. Whether it’s writing, painting, making music, or just finding more creative ways to live your daily life, let your inner artist shine.
Holistic Well-being: Sound Healing & Nervous System Regulation
During these powerful astrological energies, taking care of yourself is incredibly important.
Sound has an amazing ability to shift energy, making it a super powerful tool for release and alignment right now. Working with sound healing can help clear energetic blocks and release emotions..
The pressure leading up to our Leo New Moon and the shifts during Mercury Retrograde can sometimes crank up our stress levels. So, prioritizing nervous system regulation is crucial. Practices like deep breathing, meditation, spending time in nature, or gentle movement can help you stay grounded. This kind of self-care allows you to handle challenges with more clarity, making intentional choices instead of reacting from a place of overwhelm.
A New Moon Ritual for Release and Radiance
To honor this powerful Leo New Moon, I invite you to try a simple ritual for release and to embrace your authentic power:
Create Your Sacred Space: Find a quiet spot where you won’t be disturbed. You might light a candle, diffuse an essential oil that resonates with you, or simply sit comfortably.
Ground Yourself: Take a few deep, slow breaths, feeling your body settle into the present moment. Notice where you are in space and time.
Reflect and Release: Take out your journal or a piece of paper. Reflect on areas in your life where you feel a heavy weight, tension, or where you’re trying to control things excessively. Write down these thoughts, feelings, or situations. Don’t censor yourself; just let it flow onto the page.
Embrace Your Authentic Power: On a new page, write about what authentic power feels like to you when you’re not trying to control everything. What creative expressions do you want to invite into your life? Set intentions from your heart for how you want to show up, create, and lead from a place of genuine strength and flow.
Integrate with Sound: Once your intentions are set, take a moment to hum, drum, or play a piece of calming music. Let the sound resonate through you, sealing your intentions and helping to release any remaining tension.
Symbolic Release (Optional): If you feel called to, safely tear up or burn the paper where you wrote down what you’re releasing, symbolizing its departure. For the intentions you’re calling in, you might keep that paper in a special place as a reminder.
Awaken Your Inner Fire
The Leo New Moon in July 2025, along with Mercury Retrograde, is truly a cosmic guide for self-discovery, creative growth, and deep personal transformation. By embracing simplicity, reflecting on our paths, and really nurturing our well-being, we can use these energies to step into a more empowered and authentic version of ourselves.
I hope this serves you well.
Sources:
Intuitive Astrology: Leo New Moon July 2025
Mercury Retrograde in Leo, July 2025: What Taurus, Leo, Scorpio, and Aquarius Should Know
