New Moon in Pisces

The sun and moon sit together in the sky in the sign of the visionary. Pisces is the last sign of the zodiac, and signals the end of the astrological year. With the astrological year soon coming to a close and the new moon being representative of new beginnings, this is a fitting time to reflect on anything that is calling to be released, and at the same time, that which is calling for a new beginning.

The new moon sits close to the ringed planet, Saturn. Known as the planet of discipline, Saturn speaks to creating the systems and structures needed to hold and build our vision. Saturn represents the level of focus and commitment we’re willing to put into our dreams so that they can become a reality.

While Saturn symbolizes what is tangible and physical, Neptune (Pisces’ ruler) represents all that is intangible and immaterial such as the spiritual, mystical, and imaginative.

Under this lunation, feel into what inspires you. Allow yourself to close your eyes and visualize what dreams or visions of yours you’re ready to bring to life. While a myriad of dreams may swirl and float around in your mind, which one flashes the brightest? Which one(s) are you willing to commit to and make real? The answer lies within 

Reflections:

• What needs to be released (thoughts, beliefs, old systems/structures) to make room for a new beginning?

• What vision(s) of yours are you willing to commit to and bring to life?

• When it comes to your spirituality or creativity, what is calling to be tended to?

• What spiritual or creative practices do you want to continue to build upon?

Aspects: conjunct Saturn (out of sign)

Full Moon in Leo

Leo’s evolutionary goal is to develop their authentic self-expression, and cultivate the courage/vulnerability to express itself fully. To bare its heart, inner life, and what it values most with the world is Leo’s aim. Playfulness, creativity, and saying yes to life is pathway for attaining that goal.

The full moon sit opposite the sun in Aquarius. Though Leo and Aquarius are in polarity to one another, they share a common ground. For the sign of the rebel (Aquarius) and the sign of the performer (Leo), being true to your authentic self no matter how others may perceive you is the foundation they stand on.

Uranus, the planet of freedom and individuation, and Aquarius’ co-ruler, sits in tensity with this lunation. Uranus echoes the theme of individuality as it challenges us to be true to ourselves regardless of social approval. Uranus challenges us to break the rules and life a life that feels and looks authentic to who we truly are regardless of societal expectations.

While Leo represents the individual and Aquarius represents the collective,  understanding what you want to create in life, what you value, and the social groups and movements you want to be a part of, understanding who you truly are comes first. Everything else follows that.

To add to this, all planets are currently direct, which means that we may be feeling inspired on how we want to take action/move forward in the coming months. Now is a great time to think about how you want to share your creativity/self-expression (Leo) with your community (Aquarius).

Reflections:

• Full moons are associated with releasing, can you release any expectations that have been imposed upon you and instead choose to be true to yourself?
  Are there any parts of you that you’ve dimmed to be accepted? How can you begin to allow that part of you to step out into the sun and express itself?

• What would being more authentic to your true self look like and feel like?

• How can you invite more joy and play into your life while working on your goals? How can you celebrate yourself/life more?

Aspects: Sun/Moon square Uranus

New Moon in Aquarius

The sun and moon come together in the sign of the revolutionary. The new moon in Aquarius highlights our individual and collective need for change and transformation. Aquarius’ endpoint is the ability to choose their own path, and to stay true to their individuality regardless of societal expectations that can pressure us to conform.

Ruled by Uranus, the planet of change and individuation, Uranus challenges us to break the rules so we can be true to ourselves. It’s the part of us that chooses radical authenticity over diluting our individuality for social approval.

This lunation sits near to Pluto, the planet of transformation, which emphasizes the theme of deep change. Pluto is the part of us that knows we’re here to leave our mark on the world. It’s the part of us that senses our greater mission and purpose in the world.

Forming a supportive aspect with Jupiter, we are encouraged to have faith in ourselves and our dreams, no matter how unconventional they may seem, making this a ripe time to get clear on how we want to share our individual genius (Aquarius) with the collective. We each hold deep personal power (Pluto) and wisdom that can contribute to the betterment of society.

Reflections:

• What do I need to break free from and follow my own path?

• Is there any area of my life where I need to let go of social approval, and instead choose to be true to myself?

• How can I honor my individuality and share my genius/gifts with the world/collective/others?

• What mission or cause feels resonant with my heart? How do I want to contribute to it?

Aspects: Sun/Moon conjunct Pluto, sextile Jupiter

Full Moon in Cancer

The first full moon of the new year is happening in Cancer, the archetype of the healer and mother. This full moon is nestled at home in Cancer as the moon rules the sign of the crab.

Cancer’s evolutionary goal is to feel life with an open heart; to tend to the needs of the inner self so that it can safely navigate the deepest parts of itself and life. The full moon sits opposite the Sun in Capricorn, and one thing that bonds the archetype of the healer (Cancer) and the archetype off the elder (Capricorn) is that they both require solitude.

Through solitude, both the crab (Cancer) and the hermit (Capricorn), connect with their innermost self or the quiet voice within which guides them. Both Cancer and Capricorn are concerned with security. For Cancer, security first takes roots internally while Capricorn begins to build upon that  externally.

The full moon also sits opposite Mercury in Capricorn which is currently retrograde which highlights the need for contemplation. Retrogrades provide us with the opportunity to pause, slow down, and reflect. And this full moon is illuminates the ways in which we must first tend to the needs of our inner self (Cancer) before we begin our journey up the mountain (Capricorn).

Reflections:

• What structures (anything that has the capacity to hold/support you and your intentions) need to be put into place so that you can feel supported as you begin to move into the new year?

• In what ways can you tend to the needs of yourself (nurturance and nourishment) while you work on external goals?

• What reminders can you set for yourself so that you don’t bypass your body’s needs as you move through you day?

• How can you create -softness and comfort in your life to help soothe any challenges that may arise?

  Aspects: Moon opposite Sun and Mercury; Moon sextile Uranus