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The New Moon Solar Eclipse in Leo arrives 13 August 2026, and this one isn’t exactly here to stroke your ego. 🦁🌑

As the first eclipse since the lunar nodes moved into Leo and Aquarius, this South Node eclipse begins a new 18-month chapter around identity, visibility, creativity, leadership and our relationship with being seen.

Leo usually wants the spotlight, but the South Node asks a much less comfortable question: how much of who you are has become a performance for other people?

Pay attention to where you’re chasing validation, protecting an outdated identity, taking criticism personally, shrinking yourself to avoid judgement, or continuing something simply because people have come to expect it from you.

And no, I wouldn’t be rushing to manifest under this one. Eclipse energy is better observed than forced, particularly when the South Node is involved. Watch what gets exposed, what loses its grip and what you suddenly realise you’re completely fu***ng done with.

Sometimes the reset isn’t becoming someone new.

Sometimes it’s finally dropping the version of yourself you’ve been performing.

🌑 New Moon Solar Eclipse in Leo
📅 13 August 2026
♌ 20° Leo
☋ South Node Eclipse

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This year’s Advent Box includes 24 individually wrapped gifts, carefully curated to inspire, educate and deepen your spiritual practice throughout December and beyond... (this is a hint)

Inside you’ll discover a beautiful mix of:

✨ Natural crystals
✨ Ritual tools
✨ Aromatherapy
✨ Exclusive practitioner-created products from The Spiritual Toolbox
✨ Practical resources to help build your own practice

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The metaphysics of the left ear … honestly it’s so fascinating. Let me know if you want me to look up any ailments conditions for you x

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Current 3 faves at the witch shop…

The Lion’s Gate Portal is said to be a period of increased cosmic energy between 26th July and 12th August, peaking on August 8. Proponents believe that during this time, the Earth aligns with the star Sirius, Orion, and the Galactic Center, creating a “portal” that facilitates spiritual awakening, abundance, ascension, and increased consciousness during Leo season

This belief is very commonly misconstrued in modern new age spirituality rather than based on ancient traditions. There is no substantial evidence from historical astronomy or astrology to support the existence of such a portal.

While the concept of the Lion’s Gate Portal is popular in the new age community, it lacks historical and astronomical evidence. The numerological importance of 8/8 is still meaningful, holding personal significance for success and new beginnings. However, as a portal of ascension, I remain doubtful.

Sirius Rising - In ancient Egypt, the heliacal rising of Sirius (which occurs around July) marked the beginning of the Nile flood and the start of the Egyptian New Year. This timing is often linked to the Lion’s Gate Portal, which is believed to peak on 8th August. However, the heliacal rising of Sirius today occurs at a different time due to the precession of the equinoxes, which affects the timing of these events.

Sirius in Ancient Rome - Conversely, in ancient Rome, the rising of Sirius was associated with drought, famine, and unrest due to the intense mid-summer heat they endured during this time. The star’s appearance marked the hottest period of the year, known as the “Dog Days of Summer.”

Plus a plethora of other reasons why this “portal” is a new age scam - I wrote a blog post on it

The Jupiter in Leo Cazimi is a great energy to work with, so long as your baseline is in a position of positive growth… I’m making a limited edition run of Ritual oils… they’re already over 75% sold out… once they’re gone they’re gone 🤩 shipping or pickup from Friday