The coming week promises to be rich and multifaceted. Under the patronage of Lammas, the festival of the first harvest, and in the radiance of the Lion’s Gate, which opens the fiery realm of transformation, energies intertwine to create a unique space for growth, change, and even small miracles.

🔸 Lammas reminds us of life’s cyclical nature — it’s time to gather the fruits of past efforts, but also to plant the seeds of future accomplishments. The grounding energy of this period brings stability and practicality, helping turn dreams into tangible outcomes.

🔸 The fire of the Lion’s Gate burns away doubt, clears the space for new ideas, and draws in opportunities that may seem coincidental, yet are in fact direct responses to our deepest desires.

That said, don’t expect everything to go smoothly. The week’s energy is layered and at times contradictory: amidst moments of clarity and light, trials may arise. Some events might appear neutral at first glance but could evolve into tension-filled situations depending on how they unfold. Imagine a cat leaping onto a shelf full of fine crystal, gently pawing off whatever seems out of place. It might feel like the Universe is at it again — shaking up your world, leaving no corner untouched. But it’s not chaos for the sake of chaos. What’s being taken away now is what no longer serves you — things you’ve quietly outgrown, that no longer spark joy or meaning.

🥨 This is the essence of Lammas: to distinguish what’s ripe and valuable from what’s rotten or obsolete. We’re not just taking stock — we’re conducting an inner harvest. We look at our results from a place of wisdom and maturity. It’s not enough to gather grain — it must be milled, kneaded, and baked into bread with care and love. And if spoiled grains slipped into the flour, bitterness in the loaf is inevitable.

Pay close attention to areas of your life where you’ve lacked the courage for big changes. It’s time to evaluate how effectively your current resources are being used. Anything that no longer brings joy — habits, relationships, outdated goals, or even that metaphorical old coat hanging in the back of your psychic closet — must be released. No sentimental clinging! And don’t just throw things away — offer them, thank them, close the loop consciously.

🧮 This isn’t only about physical belongings or finances (though a practical review of those won’t hurt). It’s also about emotional states, beliefs, relationships, and projects that have lost relevance. Transformation needs space. And if you don’t make that space — the new simply can’t enter.

Lammas is a time to give thanks for everything you’ve achieved — even if the outcome differs from what you first imagined when you planted that seed. Not only your effort shaped the harvest, but also many external circumstances — some helped, others slowed you down.

So now, for your next steps, reflect on what shaped your current results: the people, events, material conditions, and even metaphysical influences. Then ask yourself — how can I interact with these forces more wisely going forward?

🧰 The Universe now supports calculated, thoughtful steps, favoring those who act with clarity and responsibility. Even if you’re prone to procrastination, this week offers a strong current of motivation — you might accomplish more in a few days than you have all month.

The true symbol of the harvest season isn’t just sacks of grain — it’s your inner abundance. Your knowledge, your skills, your experience — all of it is part of your personal harvest. So don’t neglect your growth. Learn something new, try something bold, explore a new path. This is the stash you’ll draw from when the winds of change start howling again.

The time has come. Reap, reflect — and rise. 🌟

© Elena Shuwany