The Star appears after The Tower in the Major Arcana, bringing a sense of healing, clarity, and divine guidance after periods of uncertainty.
Category: Wheel of the Year
Honouring Imbolc
This Imbolc, enhanced by the New Moon and the start of the Chinese New Year, is the perfect time to think about the year ahead.
2025: Year of the Snake
On 29 January 2025, we step into the Year of the Wood Snake — a time of deep transformation, intuition, and renewal. The Snake teaches us to shed old layers, trust our inner wisdom, and step into new possibilities.
The Light Returns
The mornings are darker after the Winter Solstice due to Earth’s elliptical orbit and axial tilt. Sunrise times delay even as days lengthen, illustrating the complex dynamics of our planet’s movement around the Sun.
Tarot and Yule
Yule, the Winter Solstice, is an ideal time for Tarot reflection on personal growth, transformation, and intention-setting. Embracing themes of inner light, renewal, and hope, Tarot helps navigate lessons and opportunities for the coming year.
Crystals for Yule
Crystals enhance the themes of Yule, symbolising renewal and light. Suggestions include Sunstone for joy, Garnet for resilience, and Clear Quartz for intention. Incorporate them in rituals, altars, and holiday decorations for deeper connections.
Yule
Yule is a midwinter celebration rooted in ancient pagan traditions, marking the Winter Solstice. It symbolises the return of light, resilience, and renewal. Celebrations include feasting, decorating with evergreens, and honouring nature and ancestors.
Honouring the Autumn Equinox
The Autumn Equinox is the second harvest festival, a time to celebrate the bounty of the earth and the changing of the seasons. It’s a perfect opportunity to align with nature’s rhythms, express gratitude, and find balance in your own life
The Strength Card and Lionsgate
For the Lionsgate Portal, the Tarot card that resonates most strongly with its energy and themes is The Strength card.
Carnelian and Lionsgate
Using Carnelian during the Lionsgate Portal can help you harness its energising and motivational properties, enhancing your ability to set powerful intentions, boost creativity, and ground your manifestations.