Tag: phases of the Moon

December 29th, 2018: Painful Issues

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  • Third Quarter Square between the Libra Moon and Capricorn Sun (7 deg)

  • Mars conjunct Chiron in Pisces (28 deg)

A touchy day, as the Third Quarter Square raises questions about existing rules and traditions. Imbalances between you and another or in a home versus work situation will trigger tension between what’s established/proper versus what feels acceptable. Perhaps you’re trying to keep up the facade but on the inside you feel undervalued. Perhaps the friction between being nice versus being successful has brought you to a crisis point. How are your boundaries? It may be time to reconsider who you give access to. Do you feel respected?

Mars/Chiron will add to the tension by triggering a wound. Mars is the activator, so there’s no getting around this – it’s going to be uncomfortable. But a conjunction is also a new beginning, and Mars is Pisces is about actions that trigger release. So this is where you confront the wound and move past it. The issue may not be nicely wrapped up (Chiron’s wounds never vanish) but nonetheless, Mars says that you must keep on keeping on. Acknowledge what hurts, forgive, exhale and step forward.

This conjunction occuring on the same day as the Third Quarter Square means issues of boundaries and imbalances will be painful, but the questions this lunar phase raises must be acknowledged. Now is not the time to avoid or gloss over the awkward stuff.

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December 29th, 2018: Painful Issues

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Photo by Max Flinterman from Pexels

Photo by Max Flinterman from Pexels

  • Third Quarter Square between the Libra Moon and Capricorn Sun (7 deg)

  • Mars conjunct Chiron in Pisces (28 deg)

A touchy day, as the Third Quarter Square raises questions about existing rules and traditions. Imbalances between you and another or in a home versus work situation will trigger tension between what’s established/proper versus what feels acceptable. Perhaps you’re trying to keep up the facade but on the inside you feel undervalued. Perhaps the friction between being nice versus being successful has brought you to a crisis point. How are your boundaries? It may be time to reconsider who you give access to. Do you feel respected?

Mars/Chiron will add to the tension by triggering a wound. Mars is the activator, so there’s no getting around this – it’s going to be uncomfortable. But a conjunction is also a new beginning, and Mars is Pisces is about actions that trigger release. So this is where you confront the wound and move past it. The issue may not be nicely wrapped up (Chiron’s wounds never vanish) but nonetheless, Mars says that you must keep on keeping on. Acknowledge what hurts, forgive, exhale and step forward.

This conjunction occuring on the same day as the Third Quarter Square means issues of boundaries and imbalances will be painful, but the questions this lunar phase raises must be acknowledged. Now is not the time to avoid or gloss over the awkward stuff.

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December 25th, 2018: A Leo Moon on Christmas Day

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Photo by Joonas kääriäinen from Pexels

  • Moon in Leo trine Jupiter in Sagittarius (10 deg)

  • Moon in Leo opposite Vesta in Aquarius (11 deg)

  • Moon in Leo trine Mercury in Sagittarius (14 deg)

  • Moon in Leo opposite Black Moon Lilith in Aquarius (15 deg)

  • Moon in Leo square Venus in Scorpio (17 deg)

  • Moon in Leo square Ceres in Scorpio (18 deg)

  • Moon in Leo square Juno in Taurus (20 deg)

The Leo Moon trining Jupiter and Mercury in Sag supports bold, optimistic words and ideas. Big thoughts on Christmas Day, with Jupiter’s influence urging you to look ahead towards 2019.

But the oppositions to Vesta and BML will trigger some tension as focus (Vesta) on the individual (Aquarius) clashes with what’s being celebrated. Specifically, this may involve Lilith’s taboo female energy that many people don’t want to acknowledge. The witch/other woman/agitator who blazes her own path and doesn’t care if she disrupts the party.

The Moon goes on to square Venus (relationships, money, self-esteem) and Ceres (mother’s nurturing) in obsessive Scorpio, suggesting that expressions of love and care may be suffocating, with strings attached. There could be attempts to overdo it, with fear of loss or demands for attention as the primary motivators.

The final square to Juno suggests tension between a relationship agreement versus one person’s drive for attention or appreciation. Leo extravagance versus Taurus stability.

Despite the tense aspects, Leo’s power and joy is the dominant energy. Family and relationship dynamics will come and go, but Leo reminds us that there is something to take pride in, even if it’s just the fact that you made it this far. Leo is the fire that will not be extinguished – the lust for life, the power to create, the passion for self-expression. Whether you’re alone, with family or not even celebrating Christmas, consider what you can create/enjoy today.

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December 25th, 2018: A Leo Moon on Christmas Day

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Photo by Joonas kääriäinen from Pexels

  • Moon in Leo trine Jupiter in Sagittarius (10 deg)

  • Moon in Leo opposite Vesta in Aquarius (11 deg)

  • Moon in Leo trine Mercury in Sagittarius (14 deg)

  • Moon in Leo opposite Black Moon Lilith in Aquarius (15 deg)

  • Moon in Leo square Venus in Scorpio (17 deg)

  • Moon in Leo square Ceres in Scorpio (18 deg)

  • Moon in Leo square Juno in Taurus (20 deg)

The Leo Moon trining Jupiter and Mercury in Sag supports bold, optimistic words and ideas. Big thoughts on Christmas Day, with Jupiter’s influence urging you to look ahead towards 2019.

But the oppositions to Vesta and BML will trigger some tension as focus (Vesta) on the individual (Aquarius) clashes with what’s being celebrated. Specifically, this may involve Lilith’s taboo female energy that many people don’t want to acknowledge. The witch/other woman/agitator who blazes her own path and doesn’t care if she disrupts the party.

The Moon goes on to square Venus (relationships, money, self-esteem) and Ceres (mother’s nurturing) in obsessive Scorpio, suggesting that expressions of love and care may be suffocating, with strings attached. There could be attempts to overdo it, with fear of loss or demands for attention as the primary motivators.

The final square to Juno suggests tension between a relationship agreement versus one person’s drive for attention or appreciation. Leo extravagance versus Taurus stability.

Despite the tense aspects, Leo’s power and joy is the dominant energy. Family and relationship dynamics will come and go, but Leo reminds us that there is something to take pride in, even if it’s just the fact that you made it this far. Leo is the fire that will not be extinguished – the lust for life, the power to create, the passion for self-expression. Whether you’re alone, with family or not even celebrating Christmas, consider what you can create/enjoy today.

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December 24th, 2018: Reasons to Celebrate and Questions to Ask

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Viggo Johansen

Viggo Johansen

  • Waning Inconjunct between the Leo Moon and Capricorn Sun (3 deg)

  • Mercury in Sagittarius square Neptune in Pisces (13 deg)

Waning Inconjunct

The Waning Inconjunct presents an adjustment to the results of December 22nd’s Full Moon – despite the seriousness of Capricorn, Leo will stir things up with a reminder that there’s something to rejoice in or put the spotlight on. Playfulness and joy may not be energies that you feel like embracing, but the inconjunct always asks that you find a way to integrate incompatible issues.

On Christmas Eve, consider what you have to celebrate. Even if you’ve been weighed down by responsibilities or family issues, perhaps you need to take a break, take a mild risk or enjoy what you’ve accomplished this year. You’re not forgetting about the heavier stuff but you are taking pride in how you’ve held it together.

Mercury/Neptune

While the illusions and confusion of the Mercury/Neptune square may initially make it difficult to rejoice, remember that this is actually the conclusion of November 16th’s applying square (which faded when Mercury stationed Rx and backed away).

That initial whisper or promise was almost but not quite. You glimpsed something more (or something suspicious) as Neptune expanded Mercury in Sag’s big, buoyant words (which may have sounded too good to be true). And now you’ll see the truth- the square is a crisis but also a turning point. After the fog lifts there may be some disappointment, but you’ll know exactly what’s real and what isn’t.

Mercury in Sag can also be about words of faith which are undermined by Neptune’s doubts. Again, there will be a crisis but then you’ll come out the other side. Your faith may be tested and questions may be asked. Wouldn’t you like to know the answer?

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December 24th, 2018: Reasons to Celebrate and Questions to Ask

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Viggo Johansen

Viggo Johansen

  • Waning Inconjunct between the Leo Moon and Capricorn Sun (3 deg)

  • Mercury in Sagittarius square Neptune in Pisces (13 deg)

Waning Inconjunct

The Waning Inconjunct presents an adjustment to the results of December 22nd’s Full Moon – despite the seriousness of Capricorn, Leo will stir things up with a reminder that there’s something to rejoice in or put the spotlight on. Playfulness and joy may not be energies that you feel like embracing, but the inconjunct always asks that you find a way to integrate incompatible issues.

On Christmas Eve, consider what you have to celebrate. Even if you’ve been weighed down by responsibilities or family issues, perhaps you need to take a break, take a mild risk or enjoy what you’ve accomplished this year. You’re not forgetting about the heavier stuff but you are taking pride in how you’ve held it together.

Mercury/Neptune

While the illusions and confusion of the Mercury/Neptune square may initially make it difficult to rejoice, remember that this is actually the conclusion of November 16th’s applying square (which faded when Mercury stationed Rx and backed away).

That initial whisper or promise was almost but not quite. You glimpsed something more (or something suspicious) as Neptune expanded Mercury in Sag’s big, buoyant words (which may have sounded too good to be true). And now you’ll see the truth- the square is a crisis but also a turning point. After the fog lifts there may be some disappointment, but you’ll know exactly what’s real and what isn’t.

Mercury in Sag can also be about words of faith which are undermined by Neptune’s doubts. Again, there will be a crisis but then you’ll come out the other side. Your faith may be tested and questions may be asked. Wouldn’t you like to know the answer?

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December 22nd: Buildup to Today’s Full Moon

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  • Moon in Gemini square Mars in Pisces (23 deg)

  • Moon in Gemini square Chiron in Pisces (27 deg)

  • Moon in Gemini sextile Uranus Rx in Aries (28 deg)

  • Moon Void of Course in Gemini (28 deg at 9:20 AM EST)

  • Moon enters Cancer and VOC ends (11:27 AM EST)

  • Full Moon at 0 deg Cancer (12:48 PM EST)

The Gemini Moon makes some awkward squares to Mars (actions) and Chiron (wounds), signalling painful choices driven by impatience. The mood may be edgy and confused. Note that this is the buildup to today’s Full Moon, so everything will feel more intense. There may be a push choose or communicate, but use some caution- the square to Chiron suggests any choice will be uncomfortable.

The Moon’s last aspect before it goes VOC is an easier sextile to Uranus – there could be a minor breakthrough and a sense of relief as you move forward. Despite the earlier discord, once you choose you’ll have more freedom.

As the Moon enters Cancer, watch for a shift into intense emotional territory. You’ll be moving from Gemini’s intellect to Cancer’s instinct, so logic will take a backseat to what feels right/urgent/essential. Go with the mood and be prepared for feelings involving parent/child dynamics (whether or not an actual child is involved).

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December 20th, 2018: Pause and Confirm

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Pieter Brueghel the Elder

Pieter Brueghel the Elder

  • Waxing Inconjunct between the Taurus Moon and Sagittarius Sun (28 deg)

  • Sagittarius Sun trine Uranus Rx in Aries (28 deg)

The Waxing Inconjunct can bring up some frustrating blocks to forward momentum. Money, security or the need to take stock of an existing situation will be incompatible with an ideal, hope or area of expansion. And yet both must be integrated – you’re still moving towards something new (or broadening your reach) while stabilizing what you already have. Perhaps your foundation needs attention; this will enable you to move forward from a place of greater assurance.

Fortunately, the Sun’s trine to Uranus can help as you’re encouraged to keep putting energy into that new/innovative/liberating development. While this is not entirely new (Uranus was previously at this sign and deg around April 2018) it’s still a bit of a risk – there’s excitement and trepidation. Trust that you can work with this, even as you briefly slow down today in order to secure material resources or establish your values (there could be some core issues that need to be reaffirmed before you move on).

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December 17th, 2018: Day of Empowerment

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Photo by Chevanon Photography from Pexels

  • Waxing Trine between the Aries Moon and Sagittarius Sun (26 deg)

  • Mars in Pisces sextile Pluto in Capricorn (20 deg)

  • Mars in Pisces sextile Juno Rx in Taurus (20 deg)

Aries courage and force blends with Sagittarius’ expansive outlook for a gutsy, optimistic vibe. This is the time to roll forward – there should be a path of least resistance and a natural flow of adventure that encourages you to go for it. Great for starting something that requires extra energy.

Fortunately, you’ve also got a Mars/Pluto sextle happening. Mars (ruler of Aries) is empowered by Pluto so there’s extra force behind those actions. But Mars in Pisces flows rather than pushes and – intuitive effort can make a huge impact. Try stepping back and watching what unfolds, then act on that, rather than trying to control events. Loosening your grip can actually intensify your efforts.

Mars also makes a sextile to Juno Rx so we know the above involves a relationship (business or personal) agreement. Right now it’s under review and Mars’ sextile activates energetic progress. You’re not just sitting and pondering the terms of the agreement, you and another are taking action to revise it.

Note that Juno will trine Pluto two times:

  • Dec 23rd (Juno Rx)

  • Dec 31st (Juno direct)

Juno/Pluto is the profound commitment that harmonizes with slow change and empowers both parties as it evolves. The process has started now (the trine is within orb) and the Mars sextile suggests following the route of intuitive action to make it happen. Don’t force it – go with what’s unfolding and drift forward. It may not seem like you’re making progress but trust that you are.

Agreements that are in the works today can see lucrative, constructive developments.

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December 17th, 2018: Day of Empowerment

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Photo by Chevanon Photography from Pexels

Photo by Chevanon Photography from Pexels

  • Waxing Trine between the Aries Moon and Sagittarius Sun (26 deg)

  • Mars in Pisces sextile Pluto in Capricorn (20 deg)

  • Mars in Pisces sextile Juno Rx in Taurus (20 deg)

Aries courage and force blends with Sagittarius’ expansive outlook for a gutsy, optimistic vibe. This is the time to roll forward – there should be a path of least resistance and a natural flow of adventure that encourages you to go for it. Great for starting something that requires extra energy.

Fortunately, you’ve also got a Mars/Pluto sextle happening. Mars (ruler of Aries) is empowered by Pluto so there’s extra force behind those actions. But Mars in Pisces flows rather than pushes and – intuitive effort can make a huge impact. Try stepping back and watching what unfolds, then act on that, rather than trying to control events. Loosening your grip can actually intensify your efforts.

Mars also makes a sextile to Juno Rx so we know the above involves a relationship (business or personal) agreement. Right now it’s under review and Mars’ sextile activates energetic progress. You’re not just sitting and pondering the terms of the agreement, you and another are taking action to revise it.

Note that Juno will trine Pluto two times:

  • Dec 23rd (Juno Rx)

  • Dec 31st (Juno direct)

Juno/Pluto is the profound commitment that harmonizes with slow change and empowers both parties as it evolves. The process has started now (the trine is within orb) and the Mars sextile suggests following the route of intuitive action to make it happen. Don’t force it – go with what’s unfolding and drift forward. It may not seem like you’re making progress but trust that you are.

Agreements that are in the works today can see lucrative, constructive developments.

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