16. New Moon in Scorpio

This card suggests a rebirth. Think of your situation as the phoenix that's rising from the ashes; as the 'birth, death, rebirth' paradigm. That's what Scorpio energy is all about. Whatever you've been through, there's a new start ahead. It might be a little dark (it almost certainly won't be rainbows and unicorns), but it will be deep and transforming. This card also suggests that if you know you are magical, then this is the time to work your magic. It can also herald the start of a sexier time, if you've been experiencing something of a drought, and emotional intimacy is also on the menu. Scorpio is the sign that likes to go deep into body, mind and spirit, so when this card comes up, there's nothing superficial about what's coming your way.

Have some sexy time.

• Time to let go of a grudge you're holding. • Move on from jealousy. • Stop being obsessive. • Could it be you're being paranoid? • Make an investment.

Scorpio is the sign of death and rebirth, magic and shamans — its energy is a little bit dark, occult, even scary. Not all of us like to face the shadow but Scorpio demands it. In fact, it's through working through your dark side that you can get to the light, and the New Moon in Scorpio (and the appearance of this card at any other time) suggests you need to do that now.