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Writer's pictureDeborah Norton

The New Moon in Cancer: Embracing the Heart of the Cosmic Crab

On July 17, 2023, we are graced with a New Moon nestled in the comforting embrace of Cancer, the zodiac’s nurturing cosmic crab. This celestial event invites us into a space where emotions flow freely, where sensitivity is strength, and where our intuition is our guiding star.

Picture a serene night on a quiet, secluded beach, where the sky above mirrors the gentle, rhythmic ebb and flow of the ocean below. The New Moon cloaked in the quiet darkness of the night symbolizes the inception of new beginnings, the turning of a fresh page, and the planting of seeds for future growth. The sign of Cancer, ruled by the Moon, heightens the emotional resonance of this lunation, stirring the waters of our hearts and encouraging introspection.


As the Moon renews itself in its home sign of Cancer, it brings forth a potent energy of rejuvenation and introspection. This is a time when we might find ourselves drawn to the comforts of home and the warmth of familial bonds. Our focus turns inward, to the emotional foundations that underpin our lives. We are reminded of our roots and where we come from, sparking an appreciation for the past and how it has shaped our present.


The Cancer New Moon urges us to plant seeds of emotional wellness and self-care. It is a time to explore our feelings, to let ourselves be guided by our intuitive senses. It prompts us to create safe spaces for emotional expression, and to nurture our relationships with the same maternal energy associated with Cancer.


However, as we navigate the deep and often turbulent waters of Cancer, it is essential to remember that our emotions, while a vital part of us, are not our entire identity. In our journey inward, we must be careful not to let our past or our emotions trap us or hold us back from our future.


A New Moon ritual for this night might involve setting intentions related to emotional wellbeing, family relationships, or home life. Write down your intentions, sit with them, nurture them, and then release them to the universe with trust and an open heart.


The New Moon in Cancer is our invitation to find strength in vulnerability, to honor our emotional wisdom, and to nurture ourselves and our loved ones. It serves as a reminder that in the heart of the cosmic crab, we are not alone, but connected – to our past, to our emotions, and to each other, in a shared human experience that spans across the tide of time. Let us welcome this New Moon as a celebration of our emotional self and the intimate connections that nourish our soul.


As the night sky darkens and the New Moon begins its cycle, may we too start anew, navigating the depths of our hearts under the soft light of Cancer's nurturing guidance.




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