Working with the Moon
Born under a full moon, I have always had a deep connection with the lunar cycles. Living on an island surrounded by water I see how the moon affects the tides and can dictate whether I can swim in the ocean with my children or not. Many women’s menstrul cycles are connected to the moon and it is essential for migration in the animal kingdom.
The festivals here in Hong Kong follow the lunar calendar, as I write this on 29/09/2023, we are preparing for mid autumn festival, a celebration of the full harvest moon.
The sun changes signs once a month and takes a year to move through the 12 signs of the zodiac. However, the moon changes signs every 2 1/2 days. Paying close attention to the sign or indeed the element that the moon is in can make a big difference to understanding your emotional body and the feelings of those around you.
Tonight we have a full moon in Aries. Aries is a fire sign and so we can expect high energy and passion, a feeling that an adventure is about to begin and that anything is possible. The low road of an Aries moon and indeed people with their moon in Aries is impulsiveness, short temper and Impatience. The good news is with the moon in Aries high emotions should be easy to overcome and we do not dwell on negative things that may happen.
Aries is a fire moon and so we can expect a similar energy with other fire moons of Sagittarius and Leo. When the moon enters a water sign of Cancer, Scorpio, or pisces the emotions felt would be very different. We might find the need to nurture others and ourselves, feel things very deeply and have trouble letting go of negative emotions. An earth moon in Taurus, Virgo or Capricorn can be extremely grounding, practical and comforting however we may find ourselves unable to change or make compromises during these lunations. And finally, for air moons of Gemini, Libra and Aquarius, we may find these compromises easier to make and find comfort in working with others and socializing. The downside is that it can be more difficult to make decisions which can lead to feelings of anxiety.
When we do energy work it is important to first check which phase of the moon we are in.
Full moon – this occurs when the moon forms an opposition to the sun. Causing a conflict or at least a conversation between the two zodiac signs involved. For example, an Aries full moon is opposite to the sun in Libra calling for us to find a balance between our desire for independence and the benefits/drawbacks of working with others. The full moon is a time for letting go and releasing.
New moon- this occurs when the moon moves between the earth and the sun. The side facing away from the earth is illuminated and the side facing the earth is dark. This is a time for introspection, goal setting and manifestation. During this lunation the sun and moon are in the same sign.
During the waxing period of the moon it is a wonderful time to start a business or new project. As the light grows from the moon it brings with it hope and recharged energy for your projects.
Eclipses- eclipses bring with them intense energy and themes that can be felt for 6 months. Following the full moon tonight the eclipse portal will be open leading up to the solar and lunar eclipses in October. Pay attention to the energy shift and which area of your life it is occurring in.
