Moon Astrology
True to the volatile and chaotic nature of Saturn/Uranus periods, the choices that confront us today are both exhilarating, scary, divisive and sad. We find ourselves in the unstable weeks between two presidents who are stark opposites—under the dual threats of a global pandemic and widespread economic catastrophe—seeing things we never thought we’d see.
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As much as we all long to march forward at this first New Moon of the New Year, we still have to endure some bumpy roads (and the equivalent of damaged crops and legal issues) along the way. This is especially true if you have planets around 23 Capricorn, Cancer, Libra or Aries. But you are equal to the challenge!
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Successful, striving Capricorn holds the wisdom that comes with patiently abiding the ever-moving, ever-changing cycles of time. At this New Moon, in the gateway of the New Year, it’s wise to honor the old alchemical adage “in your patience is your soul.” One way to do this is to “think like a mountain” and attune to the consciousness of eternity as it is reflected in nature.
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For this particular New Moon, I’m suggesting taking some time to rest on your side. If you live in a cold climate like I do, then you might especially enjoy some cozy attire, perhaps near a fire. Your only aim in side-lying rest is to allow your nervous system to slow down, and welcome yourself home to earth and breath.
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3-Minute New Moon Ritual Ground your body, clear your mind… Become aware of your body. Notice how gravity holds and connects you to earth. It’s as though your body is an ancient stone temple—solid, strong, secure. Sanctify this temple. Imagine a priestess is pouring sacred water and scattering rose petals, all the way down, from […]
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Much of 2020’s struggle is behind us. New possibilities are ahead. If you’d like to cook up a little authentic moon magic on this night, you can offer yourself to the Moon. All you need is awareness and a proper prayer–to the Great Goddess, who tills the garden of the Earth, the Wise Weaver of Time, Mother of the World.
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Thirty years ago, as a novice astrologer doing her first hundred readings with actual people, I grew to love and trust the birth Moon phase. Its imprint was so deep, most people immediately resonated. Some say your Moon phase describes your purpose in life. But I find purpose more elegantly stated by the Sun and […]
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It may sound strange, but whenever my 3:00 a.m. self taps into this atmosphere of shared fear and pain and hopelessness—really surrenders to it—I’m immediately calmer. Suddenly I’m sharing in the world’s fear and pain and hopelessness, not just dealing with my own lonely messes. In those moments, I glimpse an alternate vision of divinity… not a claymation Saint Nick with a bulging bag of toys, but a kind, accepting, glowing Buddha.
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Find your grounded seat or your strong stance and place your hands to your center. Start moving your breath through your belly, chest, and ribs all at once. Notice any stuck or congested places. Imagine the warmth of the Sun entering your body and spiraling through your body in every direction. Take 4-8 breaths with that visualization.
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3-Minute Full Moon Ritual This Full Moon we tune into the opposing forces of Capricorn and Cancer. These signs represent the forces of “father” and “mother,” protecting, securing, holding, and stabilizing, each in their way. Out of balance, they raise the shadows of authoritarianism and helplessness. When we confront their shadow expressions, we feel lonely […]
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The Moon is in its
First Quarter Phase
in the
Sign of Taurus
Today's Lunar Aspects:
Venus is currently
The Morning Star
in the sign of Capricorn
