Today we have a guest blog from our very own Marianne! Inspired by the upcoming full moon, she wrote this lovely blog.
9 August 2025 at 9.54 am
The full moon in the air sign of Aquarius brings a refreshing and invigorating energy.
She invites you to live your own truth, free from expectations and conditioning. Aquarius symbolises freedom, awareness and connection with the greater whole.
At the same time, the sun shines in the fiery sign of Leo:
an invitation to let your true self shine through, to take your place in the world, and to choose what truly brings you joy.
This astrological opposition between Aquarius and Leo calls for a balance between head and heart, between serving the collective and remaining true to your unique life path.
The energy of this full moon can help you let go of old patterns and reconnect with your inner compass.
De Leeuwenpoort – 8 August –
The Lion’s Gate is an annual energetic event during which the sun, Sirius and the Earth align in a powerful configuration. This gate opens your heart to higher frequencies and activates your inner strength.
You may feel a sense of unease, as a lot is happening all at once. Just let it be. Breathe, feel and trust the process.
These days are ideal for reflection, meditation and setting an intention for the path ahead. Your soul is, as it were, touched by a higher vibration – a reminder of who you truly are.
A personal source of inspiration
For me, this time of year is particularly special. Our eldest son, Rico, was born on 9 August, under the energy of the full moon. And my dear friend Linda celebrates her birthday on 8 August, exactly on the day of the Lion’s Gate. These personal connections inspired me to write this piece,
an ode to life, to transformation, and to the power of the heart.
Fragrance advice from De Groene Linde
Support yourself with these scent frequencies, attuned to the energy of the full moon and the Lion’s Gate:
𝙿𝚘𝚠𝚎𝚛 𝚘𝚏 𝚝𝚑𝚎 𝙼𝚘𝚘𝚗 𝚂𝚙𝚛𝚊𝚢
For peace of mind, relaxation and to soothe the restlessness caused by the full moon
𝙺𝚛𝚊𝚌𝚑𝚝 – 𝚂𝚙𝚒𝚛𝚒𝚝𝚞𝚎𝚕𝚎 𝚁𝚎𝚐𝚞𝚕𝚊𝚝𝚒𝚎
For courage, self-confidence and taking your place – in tune with the Sun in Leo.
𝙻𝚘𝚜𝚕𝚊𝚝𝚎𝚗 – 𝚂𝚙𝚒𝚛𝚒𝚝𝚞𝚎𝚕𝚎 𝚁𝚎𝚐𝚞𝚕𝚊𝚝𝚒𝚎
It helps you let go of limiting patterns and follow your own path.
𝙻𝚎𝚟𝚎𝚗𝚜𝚙𝚊𝚍 – 𝚂𝚙𝚒𝚛𝚒𝚝𝚞𝚎𝚕𝚎 𝚁𝚎𝚐𝚞𝚕𝚊𝚝𝚒𝚎
Connects you with your higher self and helps you stay true to your unique mission.
𝙰𝚞𝚝𝚑𝚎𝚗𝚝𝚒𝚌𝚒𝚝𝚎𝚒𝚝 – 𝙻𝚒𝚌𝚑𝚝𝚏𝚛𝚎𝚚𝚞𝚎𝚗𝚝𝚒𝚎
Helps you to shape your life from within yourself, without being influenced by those around you.
Crystal advice
These crystals are perfectly suited to the energy of this full moon and the Lion’s Gate:
𝙻𝚊𝚋𝚛𝚊𝚍𝚘𝚛𝚒𝚎𝚝 – Protects your energy field, strengthens your intuition and helps you through a process of transformation
𝙰𝚖𝚎𝚝𝚑𝚒𝚜𝚝 – For peace, clarity and connection with your higher consciousness
𝙲𝚒𝚝𝚛𝚒𝚎𝚗 – Activates your solar plexus, boosts your self-confidence and helps you shine
𝙰𝚚𝚞𝚊𝚖𝚊𝚛𝚒𝚓𝚗 – For emotional clarity and speaking your truth
𝙲𝚎𝚕𝚎𝚜𝚝𝚒𝚎𝚗 – Connects you to higher energies and brings gentle, comforting vibrations
Reflection
Pause for a moment. Feel what has been awakened within you. Honour yourself for everything you have been through.
Let go of whatever feels heavy. Invite light, love and trust into your system.
You don’t have to force anything. Just breathe and be.
The moon lights your way. And you are exactly where you are meant to be.
𝙻𝚒𝚎𝚏𝚜 𝙼𝚊𝚛𝚒𝚊𝚗𝚗𝚎
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