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Cancer Full Moon: Who Will You Feed?

By Simone Butler

Perhaps you’ve heard the Cherokee tale in which an old man was teaching his grandson about life. “A terrible fight is going on inside me,” he said to the boy. “It is between two wolves. One is evil and the other is good. The same fight is going on inside you – and inside every other person, too.” The boy pondered this for a moment, then asked, “Which wolf will win?” To which the old man replied, “The one you feed.”

This story is particularly fitting for the upcoming Full Moon in Cancer, sign of nourishment (Dec. 22, 9:48 a.m. PST).  Generosity or greed, patience or irritability, self-acceptance or self-denial – what will you be feeding at this Full Moon? With the Sun and Saturn in tough Capricorn opposite the Moon in tender Cancer, it could go either way – but you’re always at choice. The Moon is full at the Solstice this year – a rare event that the Almanac says has only happened ten times since 1793. It’s a perfect opportunity to go within (or into the wilderness if you can) and nourish yourself with what’s real and true.

Those of us in the Northern hemisphere are facing down the cold of winter as the Sun enters Capricorn. Patriarchal Saturn sits within orb of the Sun at this Full Moon/Solstice, lending an air of seriousness to the proceedings. Yet Uranus in late Aries, in an out-of-sign trine to the Sun and Moon, could also bring unexpected news or a turn of events that loosens the restraints and helps us relight the spark within. Mercury conjoined Jupiter in Sagittarius fosters renewed hope, and Venus trine Neptune in water signs softens the borders between your heart and others’, while the Moon in sensitive Cancer causes feelings to flow. Everyone will be sensitized and in need of physical and emotional nourishment.

Both the December and January Full Moons have been called Wolf Moons by native tribes in the Northeast part of what’s now the U.S. The name was inspired by the wolves that gathered outside the villages, howling hungrily amidst the bitter cold and deep snow of winter. At this time of year, fires were kept blazing day and night. People would huddle around the flames, surrounded by kin and community, telling tales and dreaming of spring. In this way they were reminded that they were not alone – and that the light and warmth could be found within.

Cancer-Capricorn is the axis of the ancestors – either by blood or by choice. Light a fire (or at least a candle) at this Full Moon/Solstice to honor the memory of those who came before, and ask for their blessings. And as you gather with others during the season, remember to keep feeding the wolf who serves you best.

 

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About Simone Butler

Simone Butler is the author of Moon Power: Lunar Rituals for Connecting with your Inner Goddess. She's been a professional astrologer for 30 years. In addition to a worldwide consulting practice on astrology and Astro Feng Shui, Simone offers New Moon collage classes, and writes for The Mountain Astrologer. She also wrote for and edited the Starscroll for many years. Simone’s book Astro Feng Shui: Making Magic in Your Home and Life fuses Western astrology and Western feng shui into one unique, transformative system. Sign up to receive her entertaining, informative bi-monthly blogs and learn about her monthly rituals and tips.

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  1. Diane says

    Dec 23, 2018 at 11:13 am

    Our dog, named Luna (Moon in Latin), was unfortunately ill for a few week right around her solar return/birthday. We were blindsided by her illness and 2 different vets misdiagnosed her. We had to put her to sleep after consulting vet #3 on Monday, Dec. 17th, 2018. We had 11 good years with her and she was the best dog ever. Last night was the full moon (Luna) in Cancer. I persuaded my husband to stand outside with me and admire the moon and think of our dog. My own moon is in Cancer and I was very much “her mother.” I feel like I lost a daughter and my Leo husband (with Cancer rising) has lost his best friend. I hope we can move beyond this. She was a rescue dog with either Scorpio or Sagittarius Sun.

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    • Simone Butler says

      Dec 23, 2018 at 3:47 pm

      Oh Diane, I am so very sorry for the loss of your baby. Thank goodness you had 11 good years with her! But I’m sure that it’s hitting both you and your husband hard, given your Cancer placements. And not an easy time of year either. Be sure to create a little altar to her with a picture and her favorite toys, light a candle and wish her well on her journey. I’m sure she’ll be watching over you if she can. And although you’ll never replace her, I’m sure you’ll find another baby to love when the time is right. Big hugs…

      Reply
  2. Jenny Benz says

    Dec 22, 2018 at 7:41 am

    I really enjoyed your article! Do you do I societal readings?

    Reply
    • Simone Butler says

      Dec 22, 2018 at 9:52 am

      Hi Jenny, so glad you enjoyed it! Not sure what an I societal reading is, but I certainly do personal consultations. You can visit my Consultations page at http://www.astroalchemy.com if you’d like to find out more. Happy holidays!

      Reply
  3. Simone Butler says

    Dec 21, 2018 at 1:50 pm

    You are so welcome, Alessa! Holiday blessings…

    Reply
    • alessa says

      Dec 22, 2018 at 8:03 am

      for you too.
      I find the story you told so true, so near, so special. in itself a breeding blessing. it moves me. thank you again!

      Reply
  4. aylvia resnick says

    Dec 21, 2018 at 1:45 pm

    simon, how have you been? whatever happened to your book as I have been anxious to read it but having issues of my own have sort of dropped away from life for a while..

    Reply
    • Simone Butler says

      Dec 21, 2018 at 4:12 pm

      Hi Sylvia, I was wondering what happened to you! Hope you’re okay. You can still get Moon Power if you like, at https://www.amazon.com/Moon-Power-Rituals-Connecting-Goddess/dp/1592337597/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1545437456&sr=8-1&keywords=moon+power+lunar+rituals+for+connecting+with+your+inner+goddess.

      Holiday blessings to you!

      Reply
  5. alessa says

    Dec 21, 2018 at 10:02 am

    wonderful! thank you

    Reply

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m  Conjunction:  Like peas in a pod, planets in conjunction tend to come from the same place. They act together, but it’s also hard to tell them apart. This aspect can increase talent, focus, and intensity (“two are better than one”). Or one planet can disappear as the other dominates. Their connection feels so natural, it’s easy to think everyone blends these planetary energies just as you do—but mostly, they don’t!.

p  Sextile:  Planets in sextile are compatible, though without any fireworks. This aspect doesn’t demand your attention. It quietly presents an opportunity. You can join these archetypal forces. Donna Cunningham has called this the “Oh, that!” aspect, because that’s generally what her clients say when she describes their benefits.  To get the most from sextiles you need to actively work them.

q  Square:  Squares are wild and wonderful—but difficult too. The power struggle between these planets was likely defined in your youth, when they were impossibly challenging. People are usually aware of their squares. They force the issues that make you to grow. And that’s their gift. They ensure you learn your lessons. When you rise to the occasion, they bless you with energy, action, and success.

r  Trine:  Michael Munkasey has dubbed this the “goddess aspect” because it’s so lovely. Identifying talents you may have perfected in a previous life, trines can bring you joy. There’s a nice flow of energy between planets in trine. They support and reinforce each another. But without any struggle, you might take them for granted—neither using nor developing their gifts. An unattended trine can sometimes trick you into negative behaviors.

t  Inconjunct/Quincunx:  Your quincunx planets are innately incompatible. Bringing them into harmonious expression requires constant adjustments. This can be stressful, also motivating. You’ve got to keep changing your process, opinions or attitude—which promotes highly creative solutions.

u  Opposition:  They say opposites attract—and planets in opposition are never far from each other, though they’re constantly bickering. You may be triggered into awareness of this aspect by other people who seem to resist or undermine you.  An opposition can make you feel uncertain, insecure, or discontent, until you can accept and see yourself in both energies. Typically people find it easier to identify with one side and project the other onto unsuspecting others in the outer world.

First House: Personality, physical body, beginnings. Includes the Ascendant and rules physical appearance, the image you project to others, your general outlook on life, how you start things; may describe your role in your family system, often guides your first impression of immediate environment.

Second House: Money and personal finances, sense of self-worth and basic values, personal possessions, talents.

Third House: Communication, thoughts, language skills like writing and speaking, early schooling, siblings and neighbors, short trips, coming and going around town.

Fourth House: Your home, psychological foundations and roots, family, parents, domestic life, instinctive behavior, ancestry, your connection with the past, sense of security, domestic life, real estate. conditions at the end of life.

Fifth House: Children, creativity, romance; pleasure, entertainment, self-expression; all forms of “play”, speculation, gambling, and attitude towards taking risks; hobbies, attitude towards romance, lovers as opposed to partners, attitude towards having fun.

Sixth House: Work and job (as opposed to career), daily life, attitude towards service and coworkers, helpfulness, pets, attitude towards routine and organization, how you refine and perfect your skills.

Seventh House: Partnerships, one-to-one relationships, marriage, the first marriage, the “significant other”, business partnerships, competitors, open enemies, lawyers, mediators, counselors, contracts, negotiations, agreements. clients/the public.

Eighth House: Transformations and crisis, your ability to meet and rebound from crisis and change, sexuality; sex, death and rebirth, rituals and personal growth, your partner’s resources, addictions, psychology, other people’s money, taxes, divorce/alimony, inheritance.

Ninth House: Attitude toward expanding horizons, religious beliefs and personal philosophy, higher education, long-distance travel, morals, foreign languages and cultures, personal truths, publishing, commerce, advertising, your sense of adventure.

Tenth House: Career and profession, your contribution to society, social status, public reputation, material success, how you carve out a public identity for yourself; attitude toward authority figures, parents, caregivers, bosses, governments, attitude towards responsibility, desire for achievement.

Eleventh House: Friends, groups, organizations; hopes, wishes, aspirations, personal goals; your philanthropic attitude, concern for the collective, humanity; like tenth, can bring recognition and honors for fulfilling hopes and dreams.

Twelfth House: What’s hidden beneath the surface, karmic dustbin, limiting childhood/past-life messages, self-undoing, hidden enemies, hidden weaknesses, dreams, secret affairs, lost items, hospitals and prisons, hidden strengths, spiritual studies and soul growth.

A  Sun: Our vitality and magnetism; self-identity, ego.
Roles: The Self, the Hero, the Performer, the King.

B  Moon: Intuition, emotion, nurture.
Roles: The Mother, the High Priestess, the Child.

C  Mercury: Mind; physical dexterity and mental agility.
Roles: The Thinker, the Communicator, the Student, the Trickster, the Merchant, the Thief.

D  Venus: Our capacity for pleasure, receptivity, creativity, and social connection. Also indicates our relationships, self esteem, and financial abundance.
Roles: The Lover, the Seductress, the Artist.

E  Mars: Desire, initiative, anger.
Roles: The Protector, the Athlete, the Warrior.

F  Jupiter: Luck, opportunity, expansion, higher learning, religion.
Roles: The Scholar, the Gypsy, the Traveler, the Monk, the Professor.

G  Saturn: Hard work, commitment, focus, inadequacy, leadership, suffering, loss.
Roles: The Task Master, the Grim Reaper, the Wise Old Man, the Builder, the Cynic, the Boss.

H  Uranus: Change, breakthroughs, upsets, discoveries.
Roles: The Revolutionary, the Humanitarian, the Visionary, the Snob.

I  Neptune: Imagination, spirituality, idealism, addictions, deception, compassion.
Roles: The Artist, the Romantic, the Guru, the Addict, the Martyr, the Victim.

J  Pluto: Transformation, power, psychological dynamics, helplessness.
Roles: The Terrorist, the Detective, the Psychotherapist, the Dictator, shady people.

a  Aries: Pioneering, competitive, selfish, impatient, courageous, reckless, independent, dynamic, domineering, “Me first!”

b  Taurus: Patient, stable, lazy, dependable, practical, sensual, stubborn, artistic, possessive, greedy, gentle, loyal.

c  Gemini: Intelligent, curious, adaptable, quick-witted, restless, clever, scatterbrained, lacking follow-through.

d  Cancer: Nourishing, intuitive, protective, moody, sensitive, maternal, domestic, childish, cautious, creative.

e  Leo: Proud, dignified, vain, expressive, romantic, generous, childish, overbearing, self-assured, creative.

f  Virgo: Perfection-seeking, practical, methodical, petty, critical, studious, discriminating, cautious, never satisfied.

g  Libra: Charming, sociable, peace-loving, refined, diplomatic, artistic, indecisive, apathetic, easily deterred.

h  Scorpio: Passionate, secretive, penetrating, resourceful, suspicious, manipulative, jealous, sarcastic, intolerant, determined, aware.

i  Sagittarius: Freedom-loving, philosophical, optimistic, enthusiastic, careless, impatient, talkative, a know-it-all, broadminded, athletic, honest.

j  Capricorn: Serious, responsible, practical, hardworking, stubborn, brooding, inhibited, status-conscious, domineering, unforgiving.

k  Aquarius: Progressive, individualistic, unpredictable, cold, intellectual, artistic, eccentric, shy, impersonal, scientific.

l  Pisces: Compassionate, intuitive, ungrounded, romantic, impractical, self-sacrificing, seductive, musical, artistic.