The month of August is full of potential for abundance, transformation, and intentional creation. The month begins with the 8/8 Lion's Gate Portal, an opportunity for heightened spiritual awareness, heart-centered expansion, and intentional manifestation. This is a divinely held space for reconnecting with your highest vision and consciously aligning with the life you wish to lead. We pulled a card from Kyle Gray's Keepers of the Light oracle card deck for inspiration and clarification on what lies ahead this month.
Diana
Focused Intention
Think about what you desire. Set your sights high. Expect the best possible outcome.
Diana is the Roman moon goddess of the hunt... She is often seen holding a bow and a quiver of arrows, which signifies her ability to help us focus on a vision. She also helps us tune into our intuitive side so that we can listen to the wisdom that will guide us towards our goal. In particular, she encourages women to move into their true power, and promotes quality for all souls.
Move forward with unwavering faith, knowing that the universe is supporting you. Diana is helping you awaken your divine ability to manifest what you deserve. Any fear is only a reminder that whatever you are working on or through is an important issue for your growth. You focus is strong now and will be particularly powerful at the full moon.
We're reminded, "Where attention goes, energy flows." When we intentionally redirect our attention toward gratitude, possibility, abundance, and our highest intentions, our energy begins to align with the future we are choosing to create. We can consciously create space for transformation and abundance to naturally unfold. Quiet the outside noise (social media, gossip, opinions and expectations, perfectionism, negative self-talk, criticism, self-limiting beliefs, "the inner critic") and reconnect with your own inner truth.
As you ponder this card, reflect on the following questions:
"Which intention feels most aligned with the person I'm becoming?"
"What limiting belief am I ready to release to create room for abundance?"
"Where is my intuition and heart guiding me that my ego has been hesitant to trust?"
"Where am I allowing fear to keep me from stepping into my fullest potential?"
Working with energetically aligned crystals and tools can be a source of support as you navigate throughout the month.
Crystals such as White Fluorite, Rainbow Moonstone, Pyrite, Nirvana Quartz, Siderite, and Prophecy Stone can amplify your intentions and support this month's transformational energy.
Creating a crystal grid can focus an intention and charge it with the frequencies of crystals and other natural elements. Check out our blog, "Manifesting with Intention: Activating a Crystal Grid" for a deeper dive into grids. The 8/8 Lion's Gate Portal is the perfect opportunity to charge your intentions.
The Full Moon illuminates what is ready to be released and invites us to honestly reflect on where our energy has been invested. Working with the Full Moon and the transformational energy of the Fire element in a simple burning ceremony can be a powerful way to create space for new beginnings and focus intentions. Write down your fears, limiting beliefs, burdens, or whatever you are ready to release, then safely burn them. Visualize the flames transmuting what no longer serves your highest good into light, wisdom, and new possibility. The smoke that rises symbolizes surrender and trust in the Divine.
Working with the unique energetic signature of herbs in moon ceremonies, grids, spiritual jars, or altar spaces can bring intentional awareness to your desires while creating a sacred container for transformation and focus intention. Our favorites herbs to work with are Chamomile Flowers, Gotu Kola (do not use if under care for hyperthyroidism; do not burn), Lemongrass, Rosemary (can interfere with anticoagulants, blood pressure medications & diuretics), Skullcap, and Tulsi Leaf (Holy Basil) (do not use if taking anticoagulants or if hypoglycemic; discontinue prior to surgery).
One of the most significant moments of this month is the 8/8 Lion's Gate Portal. The number 8 represents abundance, infinite potential, empowerment, and the natural flow between all dimensions. As you move through this portal, allow your intentions to be guided by your intuition rather than ego, trusting that what is aligned with your highest good will unfold in Divine timing. Dream big, open your heart to all possibilities, and take action toward the action you are consciously creating.
"I align my thoughts, intentions, and actions with my highest good."
