Full Moons send us into the colliding energies of opposition. What better pose to balance and focus these forces than Warrior 2, through which we'll integrate the opposing signs of Sun and Moon. We'll connect with the Sun-in-Gemini through the expansion of our breath, opening into the lungs, ribs, shoulders, arms, and fingers. The Sagittarius Moon invites us to feel … [Read more...]
Scorpio Full Moon Asana
This Full Moon blends two different voices. Sun-in-Taurus is earthy. Ruling the neck, throat, and song itself, Taurus guides the outer voice. It resonates with beauty, grounded strength, and the pleasures of felt sensations. Moon-in-Scorpio is watery. It represents the inner voice, honoring intuition, depth of feeling, mystery, sensuality, autumnal release and grief. This … [Read more...]
Libra Full Moon Asana
Aries rules “me” energy, along with the head, face, and brain. The Full Moon in Libra rules “we” energy, along with the kidneys and lower back. These areas of the body want balancing now. Without enough “me” time, we’ll suffer in the lower back. Without enough “we” time, the brain overheats and gets agitated. A wonderful solution is to simply observe the head and low … [Read more...]
Virgo Full Moon Asana
Revolved Half Moon variations With the Sun in Pisces and the Moon fully illuminated in Virgo, we reach the last Full Moon of the season. Dropping into the energies of water and earth, we might find a little order midst the swirling currents of chaos, compassion, and imagination. The Pisces region of the body is the feet, the base for body and soul. The Virgo region brings us … [Read more...]
Leo Full Moon: Purification Ritual
The Full Moon is in the fire sign of Leo, opposite the Sun in airy Aquarius, offering the elemental interplay of fire and air. Both elements are great for purification rituals. Fire flames up and out, burning to ashes what obstructs. Air refreshes, blowing away what is old and stagnant. Purification rituals are especially powerful when the Moon is waning, a condition … [Read more...]
