A New Moon, A New Year, A New Beginning
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A New Moon, A New Year, A New Beginning
Hi friends 🤍
I’m really glad you’re here.
If you’re new to Northern Light Lotus, welcome.
This is a quiet space you can come to for a moment of calm—to check in with the energy of the day, hear a message that might meet you where you are, and feel a little less alone as you move through real life one step at a time.
And if you’ve been here for a while…
thank you for continuing to show up here with me.
Truly.
Today is a New Moon and the Lunar New Year arriving at the exact same time—and honestly… wow.
Moments like this don’t come around very often.
Two completely different calendars.
Two different traditions.
Both pointing to the same message:
this is a new beginning.
And the way I see it… everything is energy.
So when different energies line up like this—different rhythms, different meanings, different flavors of time— there’s something exciting about watching them meet in the same moment.
And the way I feel it in my heart…
this is what life is really about.
Everything coming together.
Being open to diversity and possibility.
Learning from each other.
Sharing the moment while we’re here.
And that’s what I keep thinking about as we step into this New Moon and this new Lunar year together.
How many different ways the universe finds to tell the same story.
In Western astrology, we just moved through a year that felt quiet, emotional, and deeply reflective—
a season of healing, releasing, and slowly understanding what was changing beneath the surface.
And in the Chinese zodiac, that same year was carried by the Snake— a symbol of shedding old skin, gaining wisdom, and transforming from the inside out.
Different language.
Different symbols.
But the same energy moving through both.
And now, both systems turn the page at the exact same time.
And what’s even more fascinating…
I’ve noticed this same pattern showing up in other systems too—in numerology, in Human Design,
and in so many different ways of understanding growth and timing.
Different maps.
Different methods.
Still pointing toward the same kind of shift.
How exciting is that?
And now, as we step into 2026, the energy begins to change.
In Western astrology, the sky starts leaning toward courage, action, and real forward movement— a shift away from only healing the past and toward finally living what you’ve learned.
At the same time, the Chinese zodiac moves into the energy of the Horse— freedom, momentum, confidence, and the feeling of moving ahead after a long inner journey.
Again, two completely different traditions…telling the same truth.
The quiet season of preparation is ending.
And a new season of movement is beginning.
And a new season of change is beginning.
We were never stuck.
We were preparing.
And now… something in life is ready to open.
What 2025 Was Quietly Doing For You
When we look back at the energy of 2025, it didn’t feel fast.
It didn’t feel clear.
And for many people, it didn’t even feel like much was happening at all.
But underneath the surface… something important was taking place.
In Western astrology, the sky asked for reflection more than action.
Old emotions surfaced.
Old questions returned.
Certain chapters slowed down enough that we had to truly look at them.
The energy leaned toward Pisces—
a space connected to healing, endings, forgiveness, and deep emotional understanding.
And in the Chinese zodiac, this same year was carried by the Snake— shedding skin, gaining wisdom, and transforming from the inside out.
Different symbols.
Different language.
The same energy.
This was not obvious change.
It was deep soul level change.
The kind that happens quietly— where no one else can really see it yet, but you can feel that something about you isn’t the same anymore.
Maybe 2025 asked you to:
• let go of something you thought would last longer
• face a truth you hoped to avoid
• rest when you wanted to keep pushing
• or grow in ways that didn’t look impressive on the outside, but mattered deeply on the inside
Years like that can feel confusing while you’re living them.
Slow. Emotional. Uncertain.
But they are rarely empty.
They are preparation.
Because before life asks us to move forward… it often makes sure we’re ready to carry less with us.
And that’s exactly what the Snake was doing.
Not stopping your life—changing you so the next chapter could begin differently.
What 2026 Is Beginning
And now… everything starts to shift.
Not all at once.
Not in one big dramatic moment.
Just in the real, everyday way change usually starts—with a quiet feeling that the movement forward is becoming less about healing and realizing, and more about finally creating and thriving with everything you’ve learned.
In Western astrology, the energy turns toward Aries—courage, action, and brand-new beginnings.
After a long season of reflection and emotional processing, the question gently changes from:
“What am I healing?”
to
“What am I ready to do next?”
At the same time, deeper planets open an entirely new chapter in the background—with Pluto in Aquarius and Saturn stepping into Aries, marking the beginning of a different era of growth, responsibility, and forward motion.
Nothing rushed.
Nothing forced.
Just that natural moment when the wheels finally stop spinning
and you begin to move forward for real.
And in the Chinese zodiac, this same moment is carried by the Horse— freedom, confidence, momentum, and finally moving ahead after a long inner journey.
Different stories, arriving at the same meaning.
The time for only preparing is ending…
and the time for living what you’ve learned is beginning.
Real new chapters rarely start with fireworks.
They begin quietly—
with a decision,
a boundary,
a new idea,
a small yes you wouldn’t have said before.
And step by step,
that quiet courage becomes movement.
That’s the doorway opening with this New Moon
and this new Lunar year.
Nothing to prove.
Just life slowly starting to feel possible again.
The New Moon Moment
This isn’t just any New Moon.
Today’s New Moon coincides with the opening of the Lunar New Year, marking a beginning that feels especially meaningful.
It begins at 1° Pisces—
the first gentle step into healing, compassion, intuition, and emotional renewal.
A beautiful energy to begin this Lunar New Year with.
Pisces energy doesn’t rush.
It slows things down.
It makes room to breathe.
It helps you release what you don’t need to carry anymore
so something lighter can take its place.
After everything 2025 asked you to feel and release…
this kind of beginning matters.
You don’t need the full plan yet.
True beginnings usually arrive as a feeling before they ever become a decision.
Maybe it sounds like:
I’m ready for peace now.
I’m ready to live differently.
I’m ready to move forward in a way that feels true.
Even that small spark… matters.
So take a slow breath here.
And gently ask yourself:
What in my life feels ready for a real fresh start?
Whatever came to mind first—
even if it felt small or uncertain—
that’s enough.
Because this Pisces New Moon isn’t asking for perfection.
It’s simply opening a calm doorway and reminding you that a new beginning is already here…
quietly waiting for you to step into it.
A Personal Moment Before We Look Ahead
I want to share something honest for a second.
For me, 2025 felt like a year of shadow work.
Almost every day, something from the past was coming up to be seen, understood, and healed.
I was changing in deep, important ways on the inside…
but the outward movement of my life—the part that feels exciting, free, and alive—
just wasn’t there yet.
And that was hard to sit with sometimes.
Because even when you’re healing,
there’s still a part of you that wants to feel forward motion.
Joy.
Freedom.
Life opening again in a real, visible way.
And as I worked with many of my clients over the past year, I kept noticing something similar in their stories too— this deep inner healing happening quietly beneath the surface, while the outer movement of life felt slower than they hoped.
It made me wonder…
have you been feeling that too?
But standing here now, at this New Moon and the start of this Lunar New Year…
something feels different.
It feels like all of those inner pieces
weren’t holding us back—
they were preparing us.
And for the first time in a while,
I don’t just feel like I’m healing.
I feel ready to live.
To move outward.
To thrive in a real, joyful way.
And honestly…
that feels exciting.
And maybe that’s what makes this moment feel so hopeful.
Because this isn’t only my story—
it’s something many of us are stepping into together.
So let’s look at where this fresh start might be beginning to show up in your life.
Where Your New Beginning Is Showing Up
Aries
A quiet inner reset is preparing you for bold outward movement. Rest and reflection now are setting the stage for action that feels clearer, freer, and truly yours.
Taurus
New energy is arriving through the people and dreams around you. The future is opening again—slowly, steadily, and in a way that feels more hopeful than it has in a long time.
Gemini
Your direction in life is shifting. What once felt uncertain is beginning to feel possible, and you may notice a growing desire to step forward with confidence instead of hesitation.
Cancer
Hope is returning in a real, visible way. Plans, opportunities, or beliefs about your future are expanding, reminding you that life still has beautiful places left to take you.
Leo
Deep emotional work is turning into real strength. What you’ve faced is no longer just something you survived—it’s becoming the power that helps you rise and move forward.
Virgo
Relationships are entering a more honest and meaningful space. The connections meant for your next chapter are becoming clearer, steadier, and more aligned with who you are now.
Libra
Small daily changes are opening a much bigger door. As your routines and priorities shift, life begins to feel lighter, more balanced, and ready to support the version of you that’s emerging.
Scorpio
Joy is waking up again. Creativity, love, and self-expression are slowly returning after a long inner season, reminding you that happiness is still meant to be part of your story.
Sagittarius
A new emotional foundation is forming. Healing around home, family, or your sense of safety is creating the stability needed for everything else in life to grow.
Capricorn
Your voice is gaining strength. Speaking honestly, sharing ideas, or making a clear decision begins a path that leads toward greater freedom and forward motion.
Aquarius
A fresh start with stability and self-worth is unfolding. What you begin building now—financially, emotionally, or personally—has the potential to last and grow in meaningful ways.
Pisces
This New Moon is your personal turning point. You are stepping into a softer but stronger version of yourself—one ready not just to heal, but to live, create, and truly thrive.
A Message from Spirit
Today, the card that came forward was
“New Levels of Light” — from the Angels & Ascended Masters.
And the feeling of this message couldn’t match today’s energy more perfectly.
It speaks of reaching the other side of something difficult…
of rising into a new level of light after a long season of healing and growth.
You didn’t go through the last year for nothing.
Every challenge, every moment of reflection, every quiet piece of inner work was leading you somewhere real.
And now… something has shifted.
It’s as if you’ve stepped through a doorway, and the part of the journey that felt the heaviest is finally behind you.
The card reminds us that new light is available now
not all at once, but in a steady way that slowly shows you life can open again—
as if color is returning, and with it a new excitement to be alive and create.
You may notice small signs first:
a little more hope,
a little more energy,
a quiet feeling that joy is possible again.
These are not accidents.
They are part of you rising into a new level—
where healing begins to turn into living, and surviving begins to turn into creating a life that feels meaningful and free.
Spirit’s message is simple:
You don’t have to force the light.
You only have to turn toward it.
Keep choosing what feels true.
Keep following what feels alive.
Keep allowing yourself to believe that something good can grow here.
Because it can.
And it is already beginning.
Before You Go
Thank you for being here today.
Whether you read every word or simply paused for the piece you needed most, I’m grateful our paths crossed in this moment.
If you’re new, this space is here to help you breathe, reflect, and feel a little less alone in whatever season you’re living through.
And if you’ve been here awhile…
thank you for continuing to show up with an open heart.
As this New Moon and Lunar New Year begin, my hope for you is simple:
That you allow yourself a real fresh start.
Not perfect—because life isn’t perfect.
Just honest.
Authentic.
And true to you.
The kind that slowly brings color back into your life… and reminds you how good it can feel to be here, creating it.
If you ever feel called to go a little deeper—to understand your chart, receive guidance from Spirit, or simply have a calm, supportive space to talk things through—I’m here for that too.
And if staying connected in a quieter way feels right, you’re always welcome here, exactly as you are.
You can find all the ways to connect with me here 🤍
For now, just take what you needed from today and let the rest unfold naturally.
Maybe this is where life begins to feel lighter again.
Where breathing feels easier.
Where creating, living, and hoping start to feel real in everyday ways.
I’m really glad you’re here.
Wishing you a beautiful New Moon and Lunar New Year, friends. 🤍
— Laura
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