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Last Quarter Moon in Scorpio ☾ Jan 31, 2016

Sunday, Jan 31 at 10:28pm EST

Click here to learn about the Moon. Click here to learn about Scorpio.

The Sun in Aquarius squares the moon in Scorpio. The moon will rise at midnight, peak at dawn and set at noon. If you view the moon at midnight, the Sun will be positioned directly beneath your feet. Staring at the moon during this time will align you so that you are looking right out (approximately) along the forward path of Earth’s orbit around the Sun ^__^

Square aspects are sharp, angular junctions that prompt change.

Aquarius encourages us to act boldly on intellectual and creative impulses, socialize, explore and break out of DULLNESS. Scorpio is the water bearer’s dark predecessor: intense; wrought from the soul’s gut. Scorpio whispers quietly in the night: do you remember? Do you remember the womb, the tomb, the hallowed space where words and time dare not go? This is where I live. And so it is. Body, mind and spirit float to a place that is more familiar than our own flesh and yet, in each and every lifetime, evaporates in a haze of supernatural amnesia. It’s time now to connect all the dots, bring it back to the eternal source, black as moonless night, blinding as the force of life Herself.

At the quarter moon I always mention the possibility of emotional turbulence. This would seem even more prescient given the fact that Scorpio is the queen of volatility. However, this phase is different from the others. We get to see Scorpio break through to light. This is not another grueling test. Even more than the First Quarter Moon in Aries, this phase uplifts. Crackling behind all of the karma and tears is an electrical supernova of unthinkable proportions. It has been there since the inception of the Universe, surging, imploding, exponentially transforming matter and consciousness at every level. If you’re restless, starving for change, watch it fall around you. Nothing to fear. Rise up from all directions.

Many of you have been tapped in to this elevated consciousness from the beginning. Others have descended with the celestial tides, occasionally dipping below to the sea of confusion. Above or below, you are loved and change is coming.

Creature of infinite water, return with great haste from whence you came. Heavy, weary with delight, may you be crushed joyously in the great cosmic winepress. Consumed by your own power, obliterated, scatter to the stars and be reborn. Edge of all edges, feel everything until you know the truth of sacrifice, work, love, success. Scorpio lives in the silent and everlasting AUM resonating throughout all of Existence. Transform, become! All of Life is conspiring at this very moment to help you achieve whatever you desire. Allow yourself to believe this truth, carried by star-current to a place you thought was only fantasy.

I suggest a ritual involving water and some Scorpio Yoga.

From The Prophet by Kahlil Gibran:

[Love] threshes you to make you naked. Love sifts you to free you from your husks. Love grinds you to whiteness. Love kneads you until you are pliant; And then Love assigns you to her sacred fire, that you may become sacred bread for the Divine’s sacred feast.

To ascertain your personal Moon sign, click here.

Mantra: I am powerful

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Full Moon in Leo 🐱 Jan 23, 2016

Saturday, Jan 23 at 8.46 pm EST

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This particular Full Moon is known as the Full Snow Moon. Luna will rise at sunset, peak at midnight and set at sunrise.

The Sun and Moon in total opposition between Aquarius and Leo: we vs. me, mind vs. heart. Luna rounds herself to majesty just days after the Sun enters Aquarius. Speedy manifestation. We meet in the fire of the Ego now.

Cats in heat prowling the alleys, purring and shimmying. A lovely image, especially in the dead of winter, but…too much leonine energy produces self-interest and bullying. Leo has self-serving tendencies, yes, because this is precisely how he creates and maintains reality: from the inside out, radiating from the center of the heart. The lion is incredibly passionate, and this I fear. Does Leo know how to play nicely? We shall see.

Leo seeks freedom through the trials and triumphs of the heart, Aquarius through the mind. The heart looks out for the Self, naturally; the heart is like the Moon – deeply internal and categorically personal. The mind is rational and all-inclusive, bridging the Self and the collective. They inform each other and expand as one.

As fixed signs, Leo and Aquarius make changes that reflect what they think is the best way of doing things. Said changes are often perfectly informed and helpful to all people, but these dudes might not-so-quietly believe that only certain knowledge/methods/prescriptions behoove the greater good. Sounds like: all are welcome, but when you get here, you better listen to what I have to say.

The Full Moon in Leo represents a conflict between standing out and becoming yarn in the great cosmic loom, threaded and pressed until our own color fades blissfully into the rainbow. Two equally important sources of pride: Self and Universe.

The headstrong lion advocates individuality while the water bearer rebels instead by adopting counter-culture ideologies, spreading messages of social justice and equality to all of humanity. We are all water bearers in our own right, reviving and stimulating the collective. The Full Moon in Leo provides a much-needed break from this (sometimes) exhausting quest. The lion says: relax your vigilance and enjoy who you are. Aquarius’ constant, burning screams for revolution and inculcation dissolve, if only for a moment. Radical logic disappears amidst flaming tongues of starlight, and the lion stretches out, content, confident, self-satisfied.

The Full Moon in Leo means exuberant, unadulterated expression of your truest, most brilliant Self and appreciation for all other colorful, loving individuals. Meow. I suggest a ritual involving fire and some Leo Yoga.

To ascertain your personal Moon sign, click here.

Mantra: I love myself

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First Quarter Moon in Aries ☽ Jan 16, 2016

Saturday Jan 16 at 6:26pm EST

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The Sun in Capricorn squares the moon in Aries. The moon will rise at noon, peak at dusk and set at midnight.

Quarter moon phases can be extremely emotional. Square aspects are sharp, angular junctions that prompt change. As CafeAstrology notes, these phases are a “crisis of consciousness.” The waxing moon symbolizes return to total awareness. This is the best time to tweak and improve upon existing plans. Between the first quarter and full moon (Jan 16-23) is the most potent week of the lunar cycle. We have reached a corner and must choose a direction. The building energy in our skies is there to inspire decisive action, calculated risk-taking and deepened commitment to personal growth. It’s time to gather the Self.

This moon falls in the first sign of the zodiac, which means we are rapidly moving from the end of one era to the beginning of another. Any and all astrological events in Aries represent rebirth. This is an incredibly empowering phase, a time to welcome the new. This transit whispers of the next cosmological cycle beginning in spring, return to square one. I know I’m not the only one who could use a fresh start right now. Even though we’re at the beginning of the calendar year, we’re nearing the end of the astrological year, and it’s been demanding - you are not alone if you feel weary, I promise.

Normally I would say lean toward Capricorn, learn from him about living slowly, thinking things through. But the ram is our best teacher now. We’ll have a lot of energy with the moon in Aries, testosterone in particular, so watch for sudden anger. Aries is the impatient and reckless teenage son of the zodiac screaming LET ME GO!

The purpose of this quarter moon is action, doing, being (Aries) overlaying a period of complete restructuring on an emotional and psychological level (Capricorn). From Aries we learn to get by even if we chuck structure and just go for it – no plan, no direction, nothing but pure unbridled energy.

Yes, Aries is an impulsive beast who doesn’t reflect much. But we’ve had so much heavy Capricorn these last few weeks that I don’t hesitate to push him aside in favor of the hot-blooded newborn ram. I will emphasize again that people are very easily irritated when the moon is in Aries so think before you speak and ask questions like, do I really want to drink that much? Do I really want to try the splits without warming up? Do I really want to drive that fast? Especially important considering that we are neck-deep in Mercury Retrograde right now. I think it’s best to go out but stay sober, something physical like a steep hike or some hot yoga. Aries represents the relationship to the Self so I also recommend ample time spent alone. Intuitively I feel a roughness about this transit, something hard, something with furrowed brow and clenched fists. So peace to you at the outset of this new chapter - may it be soft and gentle.

The First Quarter Moon in Aries last fell at the end of December 2014. Any themes that predominated then will now resurface. I suggest a ritual involving fire and/or some Aries Yoga.

To ascertain your personal Moon sign, click here.

Mantra: rebirth

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New Moon in Capricorn 🐐 Jan 9, 2016

Saturday, Jan 9 at 8:30 pm EST

Click here to learn about the Moon. Click here to learn about Capricorn.

Greetings earthlings and HAPPY NEW YEAR! It’s 2016, woooo!

Thus far the greatest challenge of this year’s Capricorn cycle is overcoming inertia, but this new moon will tap in to the more industrious side of the sea goat. The last New Moon in Capricorn fell on the winter solstice of 2014. Any themes/conflicts that predominated then will now resurface.

This cycle started with a New Moon in Sagittarius and that may be why, despite feeling inspired, we’re also feeling a little escapist when it comes to actually getting off the couch and accomplishing something. The Capricorn season is a time to relax, eat lots of food, indulge in materialism and enact a series of beloved rituals, but the sea goat is also known for his impressive work ethic and I’d love to call that in now.

The moon is in her “detriment” in Capricorn, as this is the sign opposite the sign she rules, which would be Cancer. When a planet is in the sign of its detriment, the planet is at its weakest and life is generally more challenging. In Capricorn the moon is strained, unaccustomed to the sea goat’s rigidity, preferring instead the warm, nurturing waters of the emotion-ocean where she normally abides. So! have compassion for yourself if you have mood swings or unusually low energy. Your inclination to stay home and meditate is perfectly natural :)

The Sagittarius cycle leapt into the unknown. Armed with new inner wisdom, we’re ready to apply it in external life. Capricorn’s mantra is I use. The days leading up to this new moon will be crucial – are you going to prepare on your own, or will you be presented with a massive workload reeking of procrastination? No rapid manifestation here - the goat moves slowly and deliberately. When imbalanced, this is the solid and stagnant force we feel so acutely in our bones. Capricorn is also very tactile; as an earth sign, he needs to touch and feel.

A couple weeks of sloth, thoroughly entrenched in the raw matter of our bodies burning in space, deep enough to make us really appreciate blood flow – and then blissful surrender to Capricorn’s mighty haul up the mountain. Earth is, by nature, heavy and resistant to change. Visualize new sprouts growing in a fire-ravaged forest, pushing up to reach the sunshine. We can connect to the earth and still be light ^____^

If imbalanced, you might feel stuck, stubborn, dragging along. The astrology lately has been difficult; I talked in my post on Mercury Retrograde in Capricorn about some of the challenges we’re facing at this time. To recap, the Capricorn cycle revolves around masculinity. Capricorn represents the Father and all authority figures. The purpose of this new moon is clearing any blockages here. We must all acknowledge, incorporate and enact the highest expression of the Divine Masculine. Any change happening in your personal life in this respect is a reflection of a current worldwide shift: return to the worship of Shakti.

Letting go, living spontaneously, breaking the rules - these do not come naturally to Capricorn. But good ol’ Cappy reels us back to center so that life may operate smoothly and efficiently. The new moon in Capricorn asks: where in life do you need more self-control? I feel her rising dark and silent in our sky with a very clear message. This phase doesn’t feel light, rather serious actually, but that doesn’t mean that we can’t find joy; it’s an earthy joy, joy that comes from grounding into reality, from work, from true release, from winter and cold and loneliness, from closing our eyes, from bones creaking, moving inexorably forward despite these ghostly hands tugging at our feet. Get out and breathe the crisp air, even if low gray clouds cover the sun, dense and ancient, even if it’s freezing, even if you’re tired, depressed - you are STILL infinitely loved and supported by the earth and she would love to see you :)

For the new moon, try some Capricorn Yoga.

To ascertain your personal Moon sign, click here.

Mantra: return to order

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Last Quarter Moon in Libra ☾ Jan 2, 2016

Saturday, Jan 2 at 12:30am EST

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The Sun in Capricorn squares the moon in Libra. The moon will rise at midnight, peak at dawn and set at noon. If you view the moon at midnight, the Sun will be positioned directly beneath your feet. Staring at the moon during this time will align you so that you are looking right out (approximately) along the forward path of Earth’s orbit around the Sun ^__^ The 3rd Quarter Moon in Libra last fell on January 13, 2015. Any themes/conflicts that predominated then will now resurface.

For those who are strongly affected by lunar energy, quarter moon phases can be extremely emotional. Square aspects are sharp, angular junctions that prompt change. As CafeAstrology notes, these phases feel like a “crisis of consciousness.” Be compassionate with yourself.

This particular moon phase primarily affects our interpersonal relationships. All of the Libra transits this autumn were pretty brutal in this respect. So here she is again, reminding us right at the New Year just how important it is to be honest with the Self and others. Libra is a sneaky goddess! Just when you think she’s left you to your own devices, SLAM, suddenly you’re neck-deep in something truly challenging. A big secret to winning Libra’s game is listening to our intuition. When relationships blow up, it’s never really out of the blue, is it? :)

Another important piece to the puzzle is taking our time. I’ve come to realize just how much Libra hates when we rush and how she makes us pay dearly for it. Insight is not always forthcoming – you are required to meditate! Seize this opportunity to sort it all out calmly or you’ll be thrown back in feeling that much more blocked.

The scale is not only a symbol of balance but also of decision-making and listening. Before “weighing in,” Libra gathers as much information as possible so that the final decision reflects careful deliberation. This inclination can make it more difficult to reach said decision when the time comes. Or Libra may purport to not have an opinion and thus communicate ineffectively with passive-aggressive tactics, when in reality she has known the entire time exactly how she feels…!

Everything churning in your psyche is just waiting to burst forth in an explosion of catharsis and truth. Holding a lid on this is like running from the wind: futile and exhausting. If you resist these inevitable changes, I expect that this transit will be difficult for you. However, this phase may manifest as over-compromise, bordering on unnecessary sacrifice. Libra can be so afraid of offending others that she will readily agree with everyone. When imbalanced, we might be too submissive or insecure, clinging to pleasantness and apparent stability in order to avoid opposition.

This phase may represent a conflict between personal desire and desire to see all people in harmony. The challenge may, on the other hand, have more to do with overcoming inertia and goading the Self into giving back, sincerely and unquestioningly, to the greater community. Another possibility: Capricorn rules conditional love, fully adorned with caveats, whereas Libra falls somewhere between this and unconditional love (ruled by Cancer, Capricorn’s opposite sign on the zodiac wheel). Balanced Libra is rational yet compassionate, vigilant yet fair-minded, now squaring Capricorn the father figure, who can be stubborn, authoritarian and self-absorbed when imbalanced. At this time the pull towards peace speaks to the heart while focusing on personal needs will feel more like a duty.

It is possible to accommodate others while still respecting our own needs. Libra asks us in particular to confront relationship issues that have been suppressed or ignored. Be assertive and graceful! Choose your words carefully. Are you aiding or detracting from the stream of communication? We must now put ourselves in many different pairs of shoes. If you’re feeling imbalanced, treat this for what it is: a phase, nothing more. Oh, and deep breaths :) I suggest ample time spent alone and/or some Libra Yoga.

To ascertain your personal Moon sign, click here.

Mantra: peace

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Full Moon at home in Cancer ♋ Dec 25, 2015

Friday, Dec 25 at 6.11 am EST

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This particular Full Moon is known as the Full Wolf Moon. Cold and hungry, packs of wolves would howl through the night around Native American villages. The last Full Moon in Cancer fell on January 4, 2015. Any themes/conflicts that predominated then will now resurface. The moon will rise at sunset, peak at midnight and set at sunrise.

The Sun and Moon in total opposition between Capricorn and Cancer: divine masculine vs. divine feminine. Luna rounds herself to majesty just days after the Sun enters Capricorn. Still building on the energetic theme of speedy manifestation, coming up to base camp sooner than expected. We meet in the ocean now.

You may recall that the Moon rules Cancer. When a planet returns to the sign it rules, we say in astrology that this planet is “at home.” The Full Moon in Cancer is as lunar as you can get. In classic astrology, Cancer is associated with home, children, family, protection, emotion and intuition - I would say that Cancer feels like home - lots of double meanings here as the moon is indeed “at home” during this phase AND Cancer’s mantra is “I feel.” Cancer is known for her exceptional artistic abilities and keen interest in cats, baking, fantasy/sci-fi, music and dancing. Cancer is the sign of the crab. Those born with strong Cancer energy move slowly and cautiously as they are quite susceptible to the vibrations of people and places. The psychic membrane separating Cancer from the external world is thin and porous. Due to this, crab types are easily overwhelmed. On the upside, this sensitivity makes Cancer uncommonly understanding, empathic and sincere. As cardinal signs, balanced Cancers are usually able to keep it together pretty well during tense moments, but at the first opportunity, they have to let it all out.

The Cancer-Capricorn polarity is between the heart and the head, although this is a bit of an oversimplification. More accurately: Cancers see the heart as an organic and integral source of information, as do Capricorns, but the goat struggles to collate what he feels versus what he thinks he should feel. Cancer and Capricorn gravitate toward a life/reality that feels safe and centered. For example, both the crab and the sea goat love to cuddle, stay in bed all day, lounge around the house in pajamas and eat everything in sight! This axis seeks relationships/environments which promise longevity, stability and security. It is no small deal when the sea goat or crab devote themselves to another. However, the sea goat would do well to be more free and open in the heart. Cancer could likewise better learn to employ rationalism when her huge heart defeats the logical mind. Too much Capricorn makes us rigid and pessimistic. Too much Cancer makes us wail and worry.

With this full moon falling on Christmas Day, there may be some unwanted emotional drama, but the good news is that the crab and sea goat will work in tandem to make us feel as comfortable as possible, whether surrounded by family, friends or traveling solo on some great adventure. I suggest a ritual involving water and/or some Cancer Yoga.

To ascertain your personal Moon sign, click here.

Mantra: I listen to my heart

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First Quarter Moon in Pisces ☽ Dec 18, 2015

Friday Dec 18 at 10.14 am EST

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Seen from above, the First Quarter Moon forms a 90º angle to an invisible line running through the Earth to the sun, hence “square” for the name of this astrological aspect. In this particular phase, the Sun in Sagittarius squares the moon in Pisces. The moon will rise at noon, peak at dusk and set at midnight.

Quarter moon phases are especially trying – think sharp, angular junctions prompting change. As CafeAstrology notes, quarter phases are a “crisis of consciousness.” The waxing moon symbolizes a return to awareness and serves as the best time to tweak and improve upon existing strategies. The week between the first quarter and full moon (Dec 18-25) is the most potent of the lunar cycle.

We have reached a corner and must choose a direction. The building energy in our skies is there to inspire you. This phase encourages decisive action, calculated risk-taking and deepened commitment to personal growth. It’s time to gather the Self.

I’m writing with a heavy heart. I don’t know if it’s just me or if I’m picking up on something global. Lately I’m learning the same thing over and over: listen to your intuition and spend time only with people who uplift and inspire!

This moon phase falls in the last sign of the zodiac wheel, so we are approaching the proverbial death of one era and the beginning of another. Any and all astrological goings-on in Pisces represent endings and resolution. This is a highly emotional time when we are asked to say goodbye to that which no longer serves us.

The fishes ask us to rest and reflect. If we don’t do this during the Sagittarius season, we are whisked away on a rainbow road of unchecked idealism and frenzied excitement. Even when we want SO badly for something to work, we must have the strength to be honest about what isn’t working. This is not an easy time. The purpose of this quarter moon is deep introspection (Pisces) overlaying active change in direction (Sagittarius). Both the fishes and the centaur archer have a habit of moving away from the shadows, but how will we grow if we never acknowledge the darkest parts of the Self?

Pisces encourages us to contemplate and then recharge. The centaur archer must realize that this is in fact a very important step in the process of doing and becoming. If we do not give ourselves the opportunity to let it all sink in, we fail to gain the proper insight needed to effectively move forward. Take a deep breath, close your eyes and observe. I think it’s best to stay in and do nothing. It is always tempting during the Sagittarius cycle to give, give, give until we are exhausted. We must be steady enough to hold and shoot the bow of the archer and sensitive enough to care for our fishes in the heart, swimming silently yet constantly, forever chasing tails. Peace to you on the last leg of this difficult journey.

The First Quarter Moon in Pisces last fell at the end of November 2014. Any themes that predominated then will now resurface. I suggest a ritual involving water or some Pisces Yoga.

To ascertain your personal Moon sign, click here.

Mantra: making peace

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New Moon in Sagittarius ♐ Dec 11, 2015

Friday, Dec 11 at 5:29 am EST

Click here to learn about the Moon. Click here to learn about Sagittarius.

If you read my post on the Sagittarius season that we’re currently burning through, you might wonder why it’s been so difficult. Here’s to hoping that the New Moon in Sagittarius will allow us to experience the more positive qualities of the centaur archer. The last New Moon in Sagittarius fell on November 22, 2014. Any themes/conflicts that predominated then will now resurface.

This cycle started with a New Moon in Scorpio and that may be why there’s a disconnect right now between our plans/intentions and the reality of daily life. The emotionally volatile scorpion is hanging on for longer than desirable, dragging us relentlessly into the shadowy depths of our psyche’s unfinished work. This new moon is going to lift us to where we really want to be: cleared out, elevated, ready to move forward.

Right now we have an over-abundance of frankness, and, conversely, escapism and denial. The archer does not want to look anything squarely in the eye if it’s less than perfectly jovial. However, we cannot continue on until we do exactly this. I know we’re all craving Sagittarian buoyancy, but we’ve got work to wrap up before we step completely into his effervescent flames. The days leading up to this new moon will be crucial – are you going to prepare on your own, or will you be faced with a situation more uncomfortable than you could have possibly imagined? Sagittarius asks us to consider our direction in life. We are encouraged in particular to examine how and what we are learning: is your garnered wisdom properly settling in as comprehension, or are you blocking out these lessons?

Maybe this is exactly how it needs to happen – a couple weeks to see just how complicated life can get when you pretend that it’s not complicated – and then Sagittarius will grab us, throw us on his back and off we go into the next constellation with a fiery sonic boom. The centaur archer loves to travel both in body and in mind. For this sign, learning is a gateway to higher states. In acquiring a broader knowledge base, we come ever closer to achieving true liberation. The centaur archer thrives on all things inspirational: witnessing and being part of a magnanimous web of people; hope, optimism and idealism; sports, music, parties and dancing; justice and fairness for all; seeking, wandering, flying, yearning, free-wheeling and good old-fashioned adventures; excitement, expansion and growth of all kinds; ideas and concepts that illuminate.

This scorpion energy still raining down can be depressing. Sagittarius says we’re ready, and have been for awhile, to leave this year behind and never look back. And yet something dense and icy lingers with impressive strength. Let’s remove the skeletons, sweep out the closet and make room for fresh arrivals. The Scorpio cycle forced us to get to the root of things. Using this root as a base, now we jump off into the unknown.

The New Moon in Sagittarius asks us to surround the Self with other people, and in so doing, we more rapidly transition from one state to another. More interactions means more opportunities to bounce ideas around, share new insights and expand upon philosophical queries. This period is a powerful reminder of what can be accomplished when we come out of isolation and rejoin the collective. The centaur archer is usually the epicenter of any given social sphere. You would be hard-pressed to find an introverted Sagittarius!

Allow this fire to act as a catalyst for understanding and forgiveness. Just as fire burns a forest and prepares the way for rebirth, so too can the fires of the archer help you start over. Throw it all in the flames – let it die so that new things may enter. Release what you have so that you may reach for what comes next. I think I’m just really beginning to grasp the true meaning of Saturn in Sagittarius, happening now…check it out.

For the new moon, I suggest a ritual involving fire and/or a big party :)

To ascertain your personal Moon sign, click here.

Mantra: Truth

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Last Quarter Moon in Virgo ☾ Dec 3, 2015

Thursday, Dec 3 at 2:40am EST

Click here to learn about the Moon. Click here to learn about Virgo.

The Sun in Sagittarius squares the moon in Virgo. The moon will rise at midnight, peak at dawn and set at noon. If you view the moon at midnight, the Sun will be positioned directly beneath your feet. Staring at the moon during this time will align you so that you are looking right out (approximately) along the forward path of Earth’s orbit around the Sun ^__^ The Last Quarter Moon in Virgo last fell on December 14, 2014. Any themes/conflicts that predominated then will now resurface.

For those who are strongly affected by lunar energy, quarter moon phases can be extremely emotional. Square aspects are sharp, angular junctions that prompt change. As CafeAstrology notes, these phases feel like a “crisis of consciousness.” Be compassionate with yourself.

Now that we’re in the Sagittarius cycle all I can say is DANG…life is moving even more quickly. And how about that Full Moon in Gemini last week? Ended up being pretty insane, if I do say so. I apologize for my tardiness on this post, I’ve been running all over and dealing with some bullshit but I’m back, hi! The moon moved into Virgo while I was sleeping last night. I had a dream about my best Virgo friend, but most of the night I was awake, nervous, writhing with butterflies in my belly. Virgo rules the nervous system and digestive process so this comes as no surprise. Sensitive creatures we moonfolk are!

I woke up hella early this morning and if you can’t tell, I have enough energy to power an entire city right now. This is how Virgo says HELLO get up we have much to accomplish. I’m interpreting this quarter moon as a return to our theme for the entire year, colored by Jupiter in Virgo. If you haven’t read that post, I highly recommend doing so. Should give you a better idea of what I’m talking about with all this potent Virgo ENERGY.

I don’t think you will need coffee today or tomorrow. We’re dealing with a mega dose of mutable presence in our skies. This means we are stimulated by the cosmos, intellectual curiosity piqued, body raring to go. You may find yourself talking and socializing more than usual but! But! Be careful not to be overly critical of yourself and others, as this is most definitely Virgo’s greatest downfall. I know it feels delicious to sit down with your friends and have a good old-fashioned gossip session, just reign in the bite. This may prove especially difficult in light of all the drama recently.

Normally when we have a moon phase in Virgo, I would remind you to focus and be diligent in work-related sectors, blah blah blah. But when we’re talking about a Sagittarius-Virgo combination in the celestesphere, there’s no way that any of us will be able to focus on anything. The Virgo moon is whirling back right now for the first time since September, popping her head in the door and, with uncharacteristic enthusiasm, screaming: HEY! Did you forget about how crazy this year continues to be! Ok!

Virgo is not flawless. She turns her turmoil inward with a dazzling display of dizzying anxiety and indiscrete perfectionism. Virgo is much like the vata dosha of Ayurvedic medicine - look it up! You can search for “anti vata diet” on the interwebs if you, like me, are experiencing nervous stomach issues. I think it’s better to eat less but more frequently when the moon sails through Virgo.

Be alert, but not controlling. Virgo tenses up easily and then she just can’t stop thinking about everything – don’t do it! Recognize when those thoughts bubble up and then do something active that gets you out of the mind and into the body. If you’re feeling imbalanced, treat this for what it is: a phase, nothing more. Oh, and deep breaths :) I suggest a hike and/or some Virgo Yoga.

To ascertain your personal Moon sign, click here.

Mantra: calm

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Full Moon in Gemini ♊ Nov 25, 2015

Wednesday, Nov 25 at 5:44 pm EST

Click here to learn about the Moon. Click here to learn about Gemini.

This particular full moon is known as the Full Cold Moon [for obvious reasons]. And can I just say YAAAY because the Sagittarius season is officially underway as of today! Turn up the music people. The last Full Moon in Gemini fell on December 6, 2014. Any themes/conflicts that predominated then will now resurface. The moon will rise at sunset, peak at midnight and set at sunrise.

The Sun and Moon in total opposition between Sagittarius and Gemini: the adventurer vs. the intellect. Luna rounds herself to majesty just days after the Sun enters Sagittarius. Still building on the energetic theme of speedy manifestation, coming up to base camp sooner than expected. We’ll be meeting in the social sphere, chatting away as Gemini does best. The greatest challenge for Gemini is stilling the mind. Out of all the signs, the twins are undoubtedly the least calm.

On the Full Moon in Gemini last year I found myself at a party. We had the social [Gemini] element, and what were we doing there? Tuning up skis and snowboards for an active [Sagittarius] winter season. Tucked away in couch corners with close friends, idly snipping words and beers and crackers, TV blaring ski videos, hippies in beanies laughing raucously in the garage as they waxed their snow devices. Here Gemini sat and talked while Sagittarius ambled around the house dreaming of gnarly slopes. For a time, we coexisted together, the motormouths and the adrenaline junkies, sharing hot chili and cider. We’ve reached this juncture once again and if you’re not excited yet…!

Some interpretations of Gemini suggest that he never ventures beyond his comfort zone. However, this comfort zone seems to only encompass the habits and mental patterns of the individual, because when it comes to traveling, changing appearances and switching careers, no one is more masterful than Gemini. This is the paradox of the twins: although they’re holing up at the party, lean in to hear them recount at light speed a plenitude of far-flung experiences. Sagittarius may glance over and dismiss these sprightly little air creatures as conceited or verbose, but in so doing, he misses the glory of the human mind on full display. Likewise, Gemini may scoff at Sagittarius’ constant need for physical movement, seemingly always on his own personal quest for the greater and grander, rather than bask in raw bodily enthusiasm, the purest encapsulation of joy in manifest form.

There is a certain seriousness to the unemotional, ultra rational approach of the twins. Gemini immediately resorts to logic and talking/writing through things in order to understand them intellectually, but there are some things in life that simply must be experienced in order to be known: as Tao master Lao Tzu decried, the way that can be named is not the Way. Sagittarius is anything but serious. Too much Sagittarius makes life feel hurried, vague and uninformed. Too much Gemini makes us tight and rigid, seated firmly in the waking, active, thinking mind. Gemini wants to categorize, discern, label, sort, identify. However, the twins remind the centaur archer that there is much to be gained from precision and accuracy.

Unleash your inner writer/poet/artist to properly channel the cyclone of thoughts billowing round your golden mind at this time. Tune in, find the realness, figure out which ideas are gravy. I suggest calling up all your homies and/or practicing some Gemini Yoga.

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Mantra: I close both eyes to see with the other