what causes new phal leaves to grow smaller ?

[Ray]

With the exception of some Asian deciduous species, phalaenopsis are deep shade plants. Even if it is short of burning, too much light can be detrimental to their health and blooming.

[malteseproverb]

Thanks everyone!! Now that it's winter and days away from the winter solstice too much light probably isn't an issue anymore. Glad I get too keep my spike