Jo Avalon’s First Quarter Moon Guidance – 20 Aug 2026

Hello from Lake Macquarie💙,

Today, I pulled three cards from the Everyday Enchantment Tarot to share with you. Take a moment to notice which one feels like the message you need right now – left, middle or right – and then scroll down to receive your guidance for this moon phase.

Thursday 20 August is a First Quarter Moon in Scorpio.  Scorpio energy is passionate, intuitive, determined and focused on personal growth. First Quarter Moon energy focuses on facing challenges, holding firm on your intention or refocusing if it is necessary. It’s time to activate a decisive attitude to move forward.

You could ask yourself: Do these goals and dreams still apply? How have I been taking action towards my goals? Do they still hold the same meaning and purpose for me?

Now, here are your enchanting messages.

Left Card: 6 The Lovers – Soul Music, bond, adore, union, connect, commune, attract, intimate, choices, values, temptation, belief

The energy here suggests that an incisive decision is imminent, a decision about something that is soul-deep and transcends convention. There are risks, perhaps in hurting others with your decision, or bucking a trend or social norm, but the desire is meaningful and persistent, even if you don’t recognise it at first. Do you play it safe, or follow your heart wherever it leads? Do you chase fulfilment in another, or can you integrate and assimilate all parts of yourself to be whole and complete, as you really are?

Middle Card: Eight of Wands – Greased Lightning, action, move, speed, news, message, travel, fly, rush, change, conclusion, resolution, let go

The energy here is of directness, direction and decisive action. A sudden release of energy vaporises the obstacles you’ve been facing, and news finally arrives that you can make your move. Ensure that your direction is clear as this isn’t movement for movement’s sake – it is focused and this energy will take you to the next level.

Right Card: King of Cups – Tea and Empathy, advise, accept, kind, guide, calm, wise, considerate, diplomatic, devoted, creative, hospitable.

The energy here suggests an opportunity to listen and help another understand a difficult emotional situation, without being superficial, judgey, or autocratic. You can be diplomatic and empathetic, but it’s important not to invest your own energy in their situation, as it will drain you and leave you disillusioned about the people around you. Stay focused on the good found within everyone, while not being drawn into the drama around you. Your own home needs your attention most.

All Three Cards:

The energy of all three cards gathers into a turning point that asks for soul-deep honesty, clear direction, and compassionate boundaries. A meaningful desire is rising, urging you to choose whether you’ll play it safe or follow the call of your heart, even if it challenges expectations. Obstacles dissolve and momentum returns, offering a focused path forward – but only if your actions align with your deeper wholeness. At the same time, you’re asked to listen gently to others without absorbing their emotional storms; stay centred and diplomatic, and keep your energy anchored in your own home, inner and outer. What matters now is moving with clarity, integrity, and a steady heart.

I hope you’ve found today’s guidance inspiring. If you’d like to support the writing of these Oracle by the Moon posts, you’re welcome to buy me a coffee at the link below.

If you feel called to go deeper into today’s message, you can purchase a 3-card mini-reading for $20 – the card you chose here, plus two tarot cards I select intuitively for you. I’ll record a private video reading and send it directly to you. You can purchase that via the link below.

May this First Quarter Moon guide you towards clarity, courage, and steady alignment.

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Cheers, Jo Avalon 🚐💚, on Awabakal Country

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Sources: Poppy Palin’s The Everyday Enchantment Tarot companion book