In this episode we are keeping it short, sweet and simple. Information about the Leo New Moon (and why it make feel a little more tense this week with the astrology) taking place this week and journaling prompts to make the most of the Leo New Moon, upcoming Lion’s Gate  and a mid year reset and check in.

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I’m so honoured you’re here with me today because this isn’t just any episode… this is a little sneak peek into something I’ve been pouring my heart into: the pre‑work I created for my Recharge and Renew Retreat happening around the Lions Gate Portal. Shout to the beautiful women I cannot wait to be with you in Bali at the end of next week!

Now, if you’ve been with me for a while or maybe you’re new here (hi!), you know the Leo New Moon carries this luminous energy … it’s playful, magnetic, and fiercely self‑loving. Oh by the way can you tell I am a leo rising!? As we stand here mid year, it’s the perfect moment to check in with yourself, to plant fresh intentions, and to remember that you are allowed to take up space, shine brightly, and build the life that feels like yours.

Just before we dive in, I have to say: Recharge and Renew Retreat officially sold out a little while back and oh my goodness, my heart is so full! But don’t worry, I do have a few limited spaces left for Radiance, which takes place end of September 29th to October 4th retreat. So if you’ve been feeling the nudge to join me in person and step fully into your brilliance, now is the time to reach out. I would love to see you there.

The New Moon in Leo is coming up on Thursday July 24th for some and here in Sydney Australia Friday July 25th in the early hours of the morning. It’s a great moment to check in with yourself and get real about where you’re headed as we tick over to the second half of the year. Not only that it’s the official opening of the Lion’s Gate Portal which peaks on of course 8th of the 8th month.

Leo energy is often described as big and bold (heck yes which it is) but at its core, it’s about being true to yourself and showing up with heart. This isn’t about pretending to be confident or putting on some huge performance. It’s about figuring out what actually matters to you and having the guts to lean into that, even if it feels uncomfortable.

When you think about lions, they don’t walk around trying to prove they’re powerful—they just are. That’s the kind of energy this time of year can inspire. Instead of chasing validation or getting caught up in noise and drama, ask yourself: what would it look like to simplify things? To strip away the stuff that doesn’t feel real anymore?

Now, it’s not all smooth sailing. Pluto’s position means a lot of us are feeling a bit of tension or pressure. Maybe it’s a conflict with someone, or maybe it’s an internal tug‑of‑war you’ve been ignoring. That heavy feeling that something needs to change? That’s not random. It’s a nudge to take a hard look at your boundaries, your choices, and whether you’re living in a way that lines up with your values.

On top of that, Mercury is retrograde, which has a reputation for messing with plans but really, it’s a chance to slow down and rethink things. You might find yourself asking, “What do I actually want? Am I even moving toward that?” And sometimes, the honest answer is, “I’m not sure.” That’s okay. This is a good time to sit with the questions instead of rushing for answers and I got you boo, journal prompts to come.

Over the next few weeks, you might feel like your plans or priorities are shifting. That’s not failure— that’s growth. Give yourself permission to change your mind if something isn’t working anymore. We don’t have to get everything right the first time.

This is bigger than just an individual shift, this is collective. The “old guard” energy is dissolving. The patterns of control, fear, separation… they’re unraveling. And while that may look chaotic on the surface, what’s really happening is a sacred unmaking and unlearning so that a new kind of leadership can rise. One rooted in heart, integrity, and truth.

You may feel this in your own life too. Maybe the version of you that was operating in survival mode just doesn’t work anymore. Maybe the mask you wore to stay safe or accepted is slipping off. Good. Let it. This is the moment to trust that who you are becoming is more aligned, more sovereign, and more supported than anything you’ve left behind.

Yes, the astrology can feel intense—this mix of Leo fire and Pluto’s heaviness can feel like all‑or‑nothing decisions. Yet instead of spiralling, try to see it as an opportunity. You might notice solutions popping up where you didn’t see any before, or you might suddenly realise there’s another way to approach a situation you’ve been stuck on.

And here’s the key: once you start seeing those new options, you’ve got to do something with them. Leo energy isn’t about just dreaming: it’s about stepping up. Take that insight, that idea, and commit to trying it out in the real world. It doesn’t have to be perfect. It just has to be yours.

We’re entering another one of those evolutionary portals. But here’s the catch… this time, the revolution won’t just be technological. It will be consciousness-based. How we communicate. How we think. How we decide what is true. The internet, AI, decentralized systems… it’s all coming online in a new way. And we are being invited to evolve with it or be dragged by it.

So if you feel like your mind is changing, your values are shifting, or you’re seeing the world through a new lens = you’re not broken. You’re just ahead of the curve. You’re tuning into the frequency of what’s coming.

Alas here are 5 journal prompts I’d love for you to contemplate on in the spirit of the New Moon in Leo.

What do you most want to manifest by the end of this year on December 31st, 2025?
Take a second and picture that date in your mind. If everything lined up perfectly, what would your life actually look like? What would you be celebrating? And then ask yourself, what’s one small step I could take today that would point me in that direction?

Where in your life are are you performing for approval instead of acting from your true authentic self?
Be really honest with yourself here: when do you notice you’re playing a role just to keep others happy? If no one’s opinion or guilt mattered for a moment, what would you do differently?

What do you value about yourself that you rarely acknowledge?
Think about this: what’s a quality in you that has quietly carried you through tough moments but you never give yourself credit for? Or even, if you wrote yourself a thank‑you card, what would it say?

What actually matters to you in this season of your life and what doesn’t?
Here’s a big one: what’s lighting you up right now? On the flip side, what are you still giving your time or energy to that doesn’t feel aligned anymore?

How do you want to show up for myself daily to align with your bigger vision?
Imagine future‑you looking back… what choices would they be proud you made? Also, how do you want to treat yourself on the days when things don’t go perfectly?

As you sit with these questions and let your thoughts flow, remember—this isn’t about getting everything figured out today. It’s about giving yourself permission to pause mid‑year, to check in with your heart, and to realign with what truly matters to you.

The Leo New Moon is simply a reminder that you already carry the courage and creativity you need to shape the next chapter.

So take what resonated, leave what doesn’t, and trust yourself as you move forward. Until next time, keep showing up for yourself. One honest step at a time.

Love & Positivity