
Happy Friday, Angel Hearts! We have a New Moon in Aquarius (the start of the Lunar New Year) on Wednesday next week. So for this week’s readings, I thought we would focus on intention-setting. The New Moon in Aquarius is the perfect time to sow new seeds and set intentions. We are still at the start of 2025, and we’ve had enough time to experience the energy of the New Year. This means we are better equipped to see the possibilities ahead than we were on New Year’s Eve.
You can read all about the New Moon in Aquarius HERE and you will find a Year of the Snake Tarot spread HERE as well as Pick-a-Pile readings specifically for the Year of the Wood Snake HERE.
- Intention-Setting Pick-a-Pile Reading 1
- Intention-Setting Pick-a-Pile Reading 2
- Intention-Setting Pick-a-Pile Reading 3
As always with general readings, take only what resonates. If you need a more in-depth reading, you can book one HERE.
How to Set Solid Intentions
- Clarity: Be specific about what you want to achieve. Instead of vague ideas like “be healthier,” specify something measurable, like “exercise for 20 minutes daily.”
- Alignment: Make sure your intention aligns with your values, passions, and long-term goals. Intentions rooted in authenticity are more likely to succeed.
- Present Tense: Phrase your intention as if it’s already happening, e.g., “I nourish my body daily” rather than “I will eat better.”
- Positivity: Focus on what you want to grow, not what you want to avoid. This sets a constructive tone and energises your efforts.
- Actionable Steps: Break your intention into small, manageable actions that you can weave into your daily life.
- Visualisation: Imagine yourself living your intention. Create a mental picture that embodies the energy you wish to cultivate.
- Gratitude: Anchor your intention with a sense of gratitude for what you already have, which builds a foundation of abundance.
Setting Intentions for the Year of the Wood Snake
The Year of the Wood Snake calls for transformation, wisdom, and steady growth. The element of Wood symbolises flexibility and expansion, while the Snake embodies intelligence, intuition, and rebirth. Tailor your intentions to these energies:
- Focus on Personal Growth: Set goals that challenge you to expand your skills, perspectives, or relationships.
- Embrace Change: The Snake sheds its skin; align your intentions with letting go of what no longer serves you.
- Cultivate Inner Wisdom: Reflect on lessons learned and use them to guide your actions in the year ahead.
- Balance Action with Intuition: Plan your steps carefully while allowing room for intuitive guidance.
- Harmonise with Nature: The Wood element encourages harmony with the environment. Consider intentions that connect you to natural cycles or promote sustainability.
New Moon Intentions – Pile 1

1. What to Focus On – King of Pentacles
Your primary focus this year should be on stability, abundance, and mastering your material world. Trust that you are capable of achieving long-term financial security and prosperity. Make practical decisions, nurture your career or business goals, and focus on building a solid foundation for the future. Your steady and disciplined efforts will bring rewards.
2. What to Release – Knight of Swords
It’s time to let go of impulsive actions, rash decisions, or a tendency to act without a clear plan. While ambition is admirable, rushing forward without fully considering the consequences can lead to burnout or missed opportunities. Release the urge to overthink or overreact, and instead channel your energy into thoughtful, deliberate actions.
3. The Gift of the Year – 3 of Wands
This year brings the energy of expansion and foresight. Trust that the groundwork you’ve laid will bear fruit and open new horizons for exploration. Opportunities for growth, travel, or collaboration may present themselves. Stay open and trust that the universe is aligning circumstances to bring your plans to fruition.
Intention-Setting Pile 2

1. What to Focus On – Knight of Cups
Your focus should be on emotional fulfilment, creativity, and aligning your actions with your passions. Pursue opportunities that resonate with your heart and bring joy into your life. Trust your intuitive nudges, nurture meaningful connections, and embrace a sense of romance and idealism in your approach to the year ahead.
2. What to Release – 5 of Wands
It’s time to release unnecessary competition, inner conflict, or struggles for control. Let go of the mindset that you need to fight for your place or prove your worth to others. Trust that your unique path will unfold naturally without resistance or tension. Cooperation and compromise will yield better outcomes than opposition.
3. The Gift of the Year – 9 of Wands
The gift of resilience and perseverance will guide you this year. Challenges may arise, but you already have the strength and determination to overcome them. Your ability to endure and stand firm in the face of adversity will allow you to achieve your goals. Trust your inner fortitude and know you’re closer to success than you realise.
New Moon Intentions – Pile 3

1. What to Focus On – 9 of Swords
Your focus this year should be on healing and transforming your mental patterns. Acknowledge the worries, fears, or sleepless nights that may have weighed on you, and set the intention to move toward peace of mind. Trust that by confronting these shadows with compassion, you will find the clarity and emotional balance you need to thrive.
2. What to Release – The Magician
Let go of the need to control every aspect of your journey or force outcomes. While manifestation is powerful, this year invites you to trust in divine timing and release any pressure to “prove” your mastery. Surrender the illusion of control and focus on aligning your inner beliefs with the external results you desire.
3. The Gift of the Year – 8 of Swords
This year brings the gift of realising that limitations are largely self-imposed. You have the power to free yourself from restrictive thoughts or circumstances. By recognising and challenging your mental barriers, you will discover newfound freedom and empowerment. Trust in your ability to shift perspectives and step into your true potential.
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