We are still in eclipse season, which will influence the energies you will feel this week, as on the 2nd, there is a new moon solar eclipse in Libra.

Here is the week-ahead reading, followed by a solar eclipse reading:

1. Your week as a whole - Tower

2. Something unexpected that will arise - Five of Cups

3. How to stay grounded and balanced - Page of Wands

4. Important emotion that you will feel this week - Ten of Wands

5. Something that will inspire you - Six of Cups

6. How your spirit guides speak to you this week - Hierophant

7. How to best support yourself this week - Wheel of Fortune

Card One: Tower

Yikes. This is not a card that you want to see to represent your week as a whole but here we are.

There is no doubt that the solar eclipse marks a powerful period of transformation and upheaval for you.

Get ready for unexpected changes that could shake the foundations of your life.

This is a time to release the old and welcome the new, even if it feels uncomfortable.

The Tower card suggests that what you once considered stable might crumble, paving the way for a necessary rebirth.

Be ready to face your fears and let go of long-standing habits or beliefs that no longer support your growth.

All you can do is surrender and embrace this even though it will suck.

Card Two: Five of Cups

You might encounter unexpected disappointment, loss, or sadness during this eclipse week.

These emotions could throw you off balance, leaving you feeling overwhelmed or unsettled.

It's important to let yourself feel them fully, but don't let them hold you back.

Try to shift your attention to the positives and the opportunities still in front of you, rather than focusing on what's been lost or what might have been.

Not trying to toss any toxic positivity at you, but it is best that you do this if you can while acknowledging any feelings you have.

This card encourages you to keep moving forward and find the silver lining, even in challenging situations.

Card Three: Page of Wands

To stay grounded and balanced during this chaotic time, try approaching life with curiosity, wonder, and a playful mindset.

Tap into your childlike excitement and let your creative spark lead the way as you move through the changes ahead.

The Page of Wands embodies a youthful, adventurous energy that can help you embrace the unexpected with optimism and excitement.

Focus on activities that fuel your passion and open you up to new possibilities.

What is it that you like to do? Paint? Write? Draw? Go bungee jumping? Whatever floats your boat, go for it.

Card Four: Ten of Wands

As you work through the changes brought on by the solar eclipse, you might start to feel overwhelmed by the growing responsibilities and demands on your time and energy.

The Ten of Wands reflects this sense of being weighed down by too many tasks and obligations.

It's essential to recognize when it's time to set boundaries and ask for help. Don’t hesitate to share the load—honoring your limits is key to avoiding burnout.

Card Five: Six of Cups

During this time of change, memories from the past or a reconnection with your inner child can bring both comfort and inspiration.

By embracing the joy, innocence, and simplicity of earlier times, you can uplift your spirit and find guidance through the uncertainty ahead.

The Six of Cups encourages you to reconnect with the carefree, playful side of yourself that may have been overshadowed by adult responsibilities.

And this complements card three, the Page of Wands.

Let yourself relive the wonder and delight of childhood moments to find peace and motivation.

Card Six: Hierophant

As you move through the shifts brought by the solar eclipse, stay open to the guidance and wisdom from trusted spiritual or traditional sources.

The Hierophant suggests that your spirit guides may reach out through synchronicities, intuitive nudges, or messages from established teachings, whether they come from religious or cultural traditions.

Lean on this deep wisdom for stability and comfort as you navigate this intense period.

Card Seven: Wheel of Fortune

To support yourself during this eclipse week, embrace the natural rhythms of life, trusting that this phase will pass.

Have faith in the cyclical nature of change, knowing that brighter days lie ahead.

The Wheel of Fortune reminds you to stay flexible and adaptable, allowing you to navigate sudden shifts with grace.

Become open and understand that this period of upheaval is part of a larger journey toward growth and change.

By keeping a positive outlook and trusting the process, you can weather the challenges and emerge stronger.

As the solar eclipse ushers in a time of transformation, expect sudden changes that may shake your sense of stability.

You may experience feelings of loss or disappointment, but focus on the opportunities and positives that remain.

Ground yourself by fostering curiosity and playfulness, and don’t hesitate to ask for help when the load feels too heavy.

Reconnect with your inner child and lean into the wisdom of spiritual guidance for inspiration and reassurance.

Embrace life’s ebb and flow, trusting in the cycles of change and your own resilience to move forward with grace.

New Moon Solar Eclipse in Libra

As the sun and moon unite in Libra, a solar eclipse starts an intense (and transformative) phase.

You may feel inspired to re-evaluate certain areas of your life, embracing a new sense of excitement and spontaneity.

A more practical, grounded side of yourself might emerge, challenging your established identity and nudging you toward discipline and reliability.

Over the next six months, this eclipse will guide you toward deeper fulfillment and a sense of completion.

Trust the journey—this moment reconnects you to your inner wisdom and a hopeful, forward-looking vision.

Lean into any discomfort, knowing that growth often comes from the unknown.

Here is a lunar eclipse tarot spread by Hermit's Mirror:

1. Space: What aspects of your life should you be prepared to re-evaluate and adjust during this eclipse cycle? - Knight of Wands

2. Lunar gift: What is arising from within you that will challenge your sense of identity? - Knight of Pentacles

3. Growth - In what ways will this eclipse cycle facilitate your growth over the next six months?  - The World

4. Understanding - Why is this particular emergence happening at the right time for you? - The Star

5. Care - How can you best nurture and support yourself when things become uncomfortable? - Three of Wands 

1. Space— Knight of Wands —This eclipse could stir a desire to reassess areas of your life involving passion, excitement, and adventure. You may feel drawn to explore new horizons with more spontaneity and freedom.

2. Lunar gift— Knight of Pentacles— A practical, disciplined part of you is emerging, challenging your current identity. You may find yourself embracing more structure, reliability, and organized effort.

3. Growth—The World —In the coming months, the eclipse may help you reach a sense of wholeness and fulfillment and possibly complete an important life cycle or milestone.

4. Understanding—The Star—This timing is perfect because it inspires hope. Trust that your inner light is leading you, and have faith in the unfolding path.

5. Care—Three of Wands—Nurture yourself through challenges and maintain a forward-looking perspective. Stay connected to your intuition, broaden your horizons, and remain open to the future.

This eclipse signals a time of growth, completion, and renewed purpose.

It may require stepping out of your comfort zone and embracing a more structured or enterprising mindset.

Trust the process and keep a positive outlook as you move forward.

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