Tag: phases of the Moon

August 17th, 2019: Drifting With The Pisces Moon

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  • Moon in Pisces square Jupiter in Sagittarius (14 deg)

  • Moon in Pisces sextile Saturn Rx in Capricorn (14 deg)

  • Moon in Pisces conjunct Neptune Rx (17 deg)

  • Moon in Pisces sextile Pluto Rx in Capricorn (21 deg)

  • Moon Void of Course in Pisces (6:34 PM EDT)

  • Moon enters Aries (Aug 18th, 12:32 PM EDT)

The dreamy Pisces Moon makes a grounding sextile to Saturn (rules, limits) but this will probably be overrun by the euphoric square to Jupiter and conjunction with Neptune. Jupiter and Neptune will pump up the illusions, confusion and yearning for something more. Used properly, this energy can offer some beautiful hours of inspiration- Jupiter will exaggerate but also keep things active. And Neptune can indicate a pure point of transcendence, creativity, compassion. or innocence.

But if you get caught up in something undermining, you can float down the wrong path. These energies are escapist, so consider where you’re escaping to. When in doubt, touch base with your focus or foundations (Saturn). Remind yourself of your responsibilities.

The Moon’s final aspect before she goes VOC is a sextile to Pluto, which can gently intensify the above and leave you with a deeper understanding of what limits you transcended. Pluto (transformation) also suggests a quiet ending, which is emphasized by Pisces as the last sign. Watch for a small “death” and release.

As the Moon enters Aries the next day and the VOC ends, it’s the perfect opportunity to jump into something fresh with renewed motivation.

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August 12th, 2019: The Truth About What You Want

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  • Capricorn Moon inconjunct Venus in Leo (19 deg)

  • Waxing Inconjunct between the Capricorn Moon and Leo Sun (19 deg)

  • Moon conjunct Pluto Rx in Capricorn (21 deg)

  • Moon Void of Course in Capricorn (6:11 PM EDT)

  • Moon enters Aquarius (Aug 13th, 11:35 AM EDT)

The Waxing inconjunct includes Venus in Leo – a beautiful, showy potential that’s building to a peak on the Aug 15th Full Moon must be tempered with rules and restraint. While the relationship/financial/self-esteem issue is shining, don’t forget about an important obligation. While this may feel like a downer, you’ll be ignoring it at your peril. Take care of business now – don’t let it slide.

The Moon then conjoins Pluto in the last aspect before it goes VOC. This can be an intense and uncomfortable reminder of the compulsions and power beneath the rules. You’ll get a glimpse of something deeper, but the VOC period will allow you to process the raw truth. What you want/love will be about more than simple desire -there will be deeper undercurrents of jealousy, neediness or fear of loss.

This can tarnish the shine of a glorious moment, but consider that the Shadow adds depth and texture. The intensity tells you it’s the real deal, and the power of your desire is being unlocked. If it really matters, it’s going to be complicated.

As the Moon enters Aquarius, welcome the opportunity to step back from the previous heaviness and gain some perspective. What else can you see now that you’re standing at a distance?

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August 10th, 2019: Hope With Caution

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  • Waxing Trine between the Sagittarius Moon and Leo Sun (17 deg)

  • Sagittarius Moon square Neptune Rx in Pisces (18 deg)

  • Leo Sun inconjunct Neptune Rx in Pisces (18 deg)

The Waxing Trine promises easy growth of idealism and confidence. There can be an effortless slide towards what’s new and exotic (Sag), with the promise of fun and drama (Leo). The more you learn (Sag) the brighter you’ll shine (Leo). However, the hard aspects to Neptune present a note of caution: the dissolution of limits can create false horizons and questionable wisdom. You may throw yourself into something that undermines your confidence and leads you down the wrong path. You may be proud of what you know or what you’re teaching, and rightly so. But some of that knowledge must be questioned.

Make an effort to discern truth from fabrication. The Sag ideal distorted by the square to Neptune is a crisis between belief versus illusion, wisdom versus wishes – you may want to believe in something so badly that you ignore the parts of the story that don’t add up. The inconjunct to the Leo Sun is a reminder that pride must be tempered with the awareness that there’s something more than your pride. It’s a tricky mix – you don’t want to be a victim but it’s not all about your personal accomplishments.

Consider what Neptune represents: what’s greater than your pride? Look at where the lines of the story are blurred.

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August 7th, 2019: First Quarter Square and the Shadow Behind the Shine

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  • 1st Quarter Square between the Scorpio Moon and Leo Sun (14 deg)

  • Sun in Leo trine Jupiter Rx in Sagittarius (14 deg)

  • Sun in Leo inconjunct Saturn Rx in Capricorn (15 deg)

  • Scorpio Moon sextile Saturn Rx in Capricorn (15 deg)

The First Quarter Square triggers a crisis between depth and shine, dark and light. The Leo Sun (amped up by Jupiter) represents a showy, optimistic situation. It’s loud and proud, bold and beautiful. But the Scorpio Moon brings a darker undertone of something you don’t want to acknowledge – the shadow behind the shine. And yet, this darkness is necessary for you to fully understand the brightness. There’s more than meets the eye – shadow work to be done. In order to enhance what you’re proud of, you need to dig deeper.

The Sun’s inconjunct to Saturn emphasizes this through inconvenient limits, rules or authority. Watch for some brakes on your ego – someone with more power may tell you what’s not possible. As unpleasant as this is, the Moon’s supportive sextile to Saturn reminds you that these limits can be stabilizing. Really dig into the area around those boundaries. There can be deeper, richer resources in these narrow but immovable veins.

Limits create focus which creates concentrated energy; mine the restrictions for enhanced power.

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August 6th, 2019: Not A Smooth Day

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  • Libra Moon square Mercury in Cancer (25 deg)

  • Moon Void of Course in Libra (3:35 AM EDT)

  • Moon enters Scorpio (11:31 AM EDT)

  • Moon in Scorpio opposes Uranus in Taurus (6 deg)

The last aspect before the Moon goes VOC is a troublesome square to Mercury in Cancer. Emotional words/thoughts will disrupt the balance – the attempt to keep things light and harmonious will be challenged by moody/needy/sensitive Mercury.

If you try to gloss over this crisis, it will get worse. Confront the feels head on while keeping in mind that it’s not all about you or them. Don’t expect smooth moments, and use the brief VOC to exhale and process.

As the Moon enters Scorpio and opposes Uranus, the previous disruptions will lead to something deeper. The info that was saturated in emotion will push the situation to an intense tipping point. Attempts to maintain control/power will be immediately upended by a shock – this could be a truth that exposes a secret, or an unexpected display of freedom. The Scorpio/Taurus axis is about core survival issues, so this will be felt on a deep level.

Keep your eyes open and fearlessly stare down what’s been revealed in the shadows; this is not the time to shy away.

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July 24th, 2019: What Really Matters

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  • Last Quarter Square between the Taurus Moon and Leo Sun (1 deg)

  • Mercury Rx in Cancer conjunct Venus (26 deg)

The Last Quarter Square can see you questioning what’s showy/obvious as more solid (and perhaps boring things) nudge your awareness. What you can rely on, or what you already have, is worth taking note of – the contrast between this and what’s shouting for attention can reveal important questions about your financial security or values. Back to basics is important.

Mercury Rx conjunct Venus (which rules Taurus) hi-lights the question of values, money or self-esteem. Taking a second look at what you want and need, or revisiting a message/messenger from the past can uncover beneficial information. This aspect can deliver good news, but in the context of the Third Quarter Square, it will also involve deeper questions about what you want/love. This is about more than pleasant words – there’s a clarification of what really matters. If you’re having an important conversation, choose your words carefully for maximum emotional resonance. Go for quiet attraction over drama.

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July 24th, 2019: What Really Matters

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  • Last Quarter Square between the Taurus Moon and Leo Sun (1 deg)

  • Mercury Rx in Cancer conjunct Venus (26 deg)

The Last Quarter Square can see you questioning what’s showy/obvious as more solid (and perhaps boring things) nudge your awareness. What you can rely on, or what you already have, is worth taking note of – the contrast between this and what’s shouting for attention can reveal important questions about your financial security or values. Back to basics is important.

Mercury Rx conjunct Venus (which rules Taurus) hi-lights the question of values, money or self-esteem. Taking a second look at what you want and need, or revisiting a message/messenger from the past can uncover beneficial information. This aspect can deliver good news, but in the context of the Third Quarter Square, it will also involve deeper questions about what you want/love. This is about more than pleasant words – there’s a clarification of what really matters. If you’re having an important conversation, choose your words carefully for maximum emotional resonance. Go for quiet attraction over drama.

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July 22nd, 2019: Goodbye to Cancer Season With a Disseminating Trine

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  • Disseminating Trine between the Pisces Moon and Cancer Sun (29 deg)

Just before the Sun enters Leo, it forms a Disseminating Trine with the Moon (4:34 AM EDT). The watery harmony between Pisces and Cancer encourages a gentle, emotional connection – personal (Cancer) blends with transpersonal (Pisces), allowing you to empathize with almost anyone via issues that were previously exclusive and subjective. Pisces also enables release – things that seemed so hurtful and personal are easy to let go of, like water through your fingers.

Others will understand, or you’ll make an instinctive connection to someone without even trying. This is a natural vibe that’s good for sharing what you feel, especially regarding family or nostalgic matters. It’s also a lovely way to finish off Cancer season.

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July 22nd, 2019: Goodbye to Cancer Season With a Disseminating Trine

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  • Disseminating Trine between the Pisces Moon and Cancer Sun (29 deg)

Just before the Sun enters Leo, it forms a Disseminating Trine with the Moon (4:34 AM EDT). The watery harmony between Pisces and Cancer encourages a gentle, emotional connection – personal (Cancer) blends with transpersonal (Pisces), allowing you to empathize with almost anyone via issues that were previously exclusive and subjective. Pisces also enables release – things that seemed so hurtful and personal are easy to let go of, like water through your fingers.

Others will understand, or you’ll make an instinctive connection to someone without even trying. This is a natural vibe that’s good for sharing what you feel, especially regarding family or nostalgic matters. It’s also a lovely way to finish off Cancer season.

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July 19th, 2019: Step Back

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  • Waning Inconjunct between the Aquarius Moon and Cancer Sun (26 deg)

  • Mercury Rx re-enters Cancer (3:06 AM EDT)

The Waning Inconjunct is a reminder that after the up close and personal Full Moon eclipse (on the 16th) it’s time to detach somewhat from those results. You may want to cling to the intensity, even if the results were not in your favour. You may want to wallow or obsess. Obviously you can’t ignore those results, but if you take one step back you’ll see there’s more going on. Perhaps you need to reclaim your independence, your freedom, your individuality. Looking away will feel unnatural, but it’s necessary.

Mercury Rx’s return to Cancer adds another layer to the above. Yes, Cancer is a personal sign, but Mercury Rx is about looking/asking again. So you’re taking a closer look at the subjective issue – you’re applying logic, reasoning, intellect. You’re not just allowing the feelings to wash over you: you’re asking “Why?”

The Waning Inconjunct will give you the needed distance to view those personal/family issues in a new light.

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