Full Moon in Aries, Harvest Moon, Full Wolf Moon, New Corn Moon

Whatever you call it, this beautiful Full Moon in Aries invites us to enter a new Lunar cycle that challenges us and rewards us with beauty, compassion, harmony, and grace. And we receive these gifts both personally and in relationship. It is in giving that we receive, and it is through giving and receiving love that we fully express the energy of the Libra-Aries axis. It is during this lunar phase that how we love is highlighted in our lives to such an extent that we cannot help but notice where it is we are growing, developing, and awakening in learning more about who we are a love-based beings. 

On Monday, September 24, 2018 at 7:54 P.M./PDT;10:54 P.M/EDT the Moon at 2 degrees Aries opposes the Sun at 2 degrees of Libra forming the Full Harvest Moon. Also called the Lone Wolf Moon, the Moon When Plums are Scarlet, the Full Corn Moon, this lunar cycle symbolizes a time when promises are kept, dreams are fulfilled, and we reap the harvest of what has been sown. The Libra-Aries axis represents that area of our lives the focus our attention on Self vs Others. The fire sign Aries initiates, leads, seeks self fulfillment, and risks all to assert one’s self, especially in relationships. Libra, the air sign, is in constant pursuit of balance, harmony, peace, and fulfillment, through compromise, negotiations, and a constant need to see all sides of any conflict or issue. The pull between these two energies highlight that area of our lives that deals with relationships, and the houses that the Sun in Libra and the Moon in Aries transit show how we express the energy of this Full Moon. 

The Full Harvest Moon, which crosses the early morning sky to the southwest, waking us early in her light, shines her light on some very complex and emotional issues that are coming to the forefront at this time. The mystic triangle (formed by two sextile to the Moon) make this heavily aspected Aries Moon one that strikes at the heart of our relationship patterns, our ability to give and receive love, and the ways in which we have become accustomed to reacting and responding in interpersonal relationships and in our attempts to creatively express ourselves. 

The Moon sextile Mars is conjunct the South Node indicates that there is a great deal of  sexual tension in the air. The Mars  conjunction with the South Node brings the past right into the present to be dealt with, regardless of all attempts to suppress or ignore what has been left unhealed, unfulfilled, or unexpressed. Volatility may  result if we do not channel our energy into creative expression and if we fail to manage our anger and repressed feelings in a constructive way.  Fits of temper or physical violence are negative ways that ought to be avoided at this time, though the source of the anger must be acknowledged so it doesn’t fester and turn into a greater source of trouble in our personal and collective experiences.

The Moon in Aries opposes Mercury in Libra gives us the power to bring dreams into being, given we listen to and act upon the intuition and emotional needs we have rather than always trying to please everyone, leaving ourselves out of the equation. The challenge of the Libra aspect of this polarity is taking a stand for ourselves, personally, when the demands, needs, and desires of others pulls us in so many different directions. When we fail to act on our own behalf, we lose ourselves in the process of pleasing others or trying to be all things to all people. The questions we want to ask ourselves at this point is, “What do I really believe, desire, and need?”,  “How am I going about living out my true purpose?”, “What is blocking me from expressing love?”, “What do I need to release in order to stand in my own truth, and stand with greater courage, on my own two feet?”  Questions like these arise as we begin to reevaluate the progress we are making as we seek to fulfill our dreams. This Full Lone Wolf Moon shines its light on the emotional truth of how we are expressing our creativity, passion, and relationships. 

The Moon in Aries squares Saturn in Capricorn revealing the areas where we feel a chink in the armor we use to protect ourselves in times of crisis and vulnerability.  Saturn at 2 degrees of Capricorn is at the start of its journey through this earth sign (look to your chart/life to see where this is having the greatest effect). Pluto has already prepared the way in this area of your life through turning your life inside out in this area. Saturn, the Great Teacher, is now receiving the Moon’s emotional energy and is being tested to use the intuitive and creative knowledge and energy to learn to be more receptive of spiritual guidance and attuned to emotional knowledge. We may notice that our unhealed and/or shadow energy is making its way up from our unconscious, our memories, or our suppressed reactions. You may notice depression, anxiety, or a sense of an unfulfilled longing becoming more acute at this time.  Rather than trying to further suppress these feelings, emotions, sensations, memories, give yourself ways to safely, creatively express them. Use your spiritual practices to relieve yourself of distress.  Use your creativity to channel whatever is rising up at this time. Practice greater self awareness as you explore emotional reactions and responses to situations that may trigger old, unhealed memories.  The Moon in Aries challenges us to discover new ways of expressing ourselves, ways in this case, that are more effective in helping us discover balance and harmony in ourselves and in our interpersonal relationships.

This Full Moon in Aries challenges us to ask ourselves “How do we each give and receive love, and how do we compliment one another in relationship?”  Chiron, the Wounded Healer is retrograde in Aries and conjunct this Moon making this  an key moment for Divine healing in our personal journey in this incarnation. What are we being called to heal within ourselves that helps us more fully love in relationship, in  a mutually fulfilling and satisfying way for both?  How can I love you as you are while remaining true to my own desire to be fully and freely myself? Where am I crossing boundaries that harm you, in my quest for freedom? When does my own quest for freedom infringe on our respect for one another’s humanity, dignity, or personal safety and honor?  A very powerful, emotionally charged, and deeply transforming lunar cycle in the area of our interpersonal relationships, and our own growth, development, and identity.

At this time we will be faced with our the choices we have made, and will be able to see where we are likely to feel scared, insecure, or on a precipice of emotional upheaval. When we face ourselves in the light of a new awareness of who we are and how we are affecting not only ourselves but others with whom we are in relationship,  Again this Full Lone Wolf Moon awakens a lot of suppressed desires, memories, and needs. Notice what is rising up, and then allow it to find an outlet through creativity, physical expression (safe, gentle exercise, walking, swimming, yoga, tai chi), or using your energy constructively and positively in serving others.

Invite the energy of this Full Moon in Aries, the Harvest Moon, the Lone Wolf Moon, to awaken you to what has been growing within you and in your relationships. Allow yourself to be open to learning new ways of resolving old wounds, and new ways of perceiving the gifts that others bring to you in ways that really help you see that the gifts of life are within you. Until you awaken to your own power  and Divine light, you will be on a fruitless, lonely journey trying to create the world in your own image, rather than understanding that we are each Divine sparks meant to shine from within and heal through love, care, and respecting one another. We are learning, the hard way, that love is reflected in love. We receive in proportion to what we are wiling to give. Where is balance lacking in your life? Invite the energy of this Full Moon to warm your heart and clear your mind to receive the enlightenment and courage you need to live in the heart of love, rather than in the fantasies or pain of the past, the unhealed. 

Perhaps the Divine Messenger of this Full Moon in Aries is Ceres opposition to the Moon and conjunction with the Sun in Libra. Ceres, the Earth Mother, awakens within us, the inner goddess, the Light, the essence of our personal identity…who we really are. Allow yourself to come into full appreciation of the God-given talent, life force, and incarnation we each have been gifted. We have the power within us to use all those gifts, talents, and treasure (experience, training, time, relationships, roles, qualities) to help co-create this beautiful life. To help overcome the sorrows and grief we cause one another, we each are called to awaken to the life force within us to help create healing through love, compassion, respect, and creative expression. Make the world a better place, and let your Light shine. Learn something new today, about your ability to go beyond the limitations you set for yourself. Give yourself the gift of glory and share that light in new ways. 

New Moon in Virgo: Ushers in Path of Grand Trine of Earth Signs

This Sunday, September 9 at 11:01 A.M. PDT/2:01 P.M.EDT the New Moon at 17 degrees of Virgo opens a new path to a new lunar year (in some traditions and cultures), and provides a time to renew ourselves, our perspectives, and our intentions for the future. Whatever has been transforming, churning up and being regenerated in your life, is ready for some grounding in the reality of your daily life and in the power of your intentions for the future. Take this opportunity to renew and refresh your outlook and way of living to more fully allow for your energetic renewal and creative progress.

The Grand Trine of Earth signs, which has been influencing our lives for a while now, is energized at the New Moon in 17 degrees of Virgo on September 9, 2018. The New Moon in Virgo also falls in the 2nd decan of Virgo and on the fixed star Mizar, in Ursa Major, located in  tail of the Great Bear constellation. Wherever this New Moon falls in your chart/life is a position that is influenced by Mizar. Ursa Major brings a need for quiet, prudence, self control, discretion, and patience. It also may cause us to feel mistrustful, suspicious, or more easily angered than usual. Notice during this New Moon cycle how this manifests in your own experience, and notice too what your usual way of coping with this energy is like. The more we notice how some trends affect us, the more easily we can make adjustments and changes. And that is what the Virgo New Moon and Grand Trine in Earth signs provides the impetus and energy to do just that.

This placement of the Virgo New Moon, the start of a new path and a new year, requires some discretion. This decan of Virgo tends to cause us to see the world as one of polarities and view life from an either-or perspective. There is no neutral ground emotionally with this New Moon. For that reason, it is a very emotional time, and requires that we exercise some discipline in how we speak, think, act, and respond to what others say to us. Virgo's gifts are ours to use as the energy is strong now to build and bring ideas into form. Be pragmatic and practical in your practices. Look at your schedule and consider the lifestyle you have been living. Take some time to think about what you'd like to see and do in your future. Where would you like to go, live, travel? What would you like to learn, create, or study? Assess your health and level of energy (physical, mental, spiritual, emotional, psychological), and make any changes you need to improve and alter your lifestyle to assist you in growing stronger and more energetic. Get enough rest, exercise, pleasure, and time to rest in between major activities. Consider ways  you can change or adapt to present overwhelming conditions or situations, and avoid simply dropping everything and running away. Implement better ways of doing things, better ways of taking care of yourself or handling stress and problems. Address fears that may keep you from making better choices. Get some help if you need to, and focus on getting support that you need as you adjust your life to provide you with a greater sense of well being and more joy in life, work, and all facets of living. Ask for what you're worth, and avoid overdoing and draining your resources. 

Practically speaking, consider the details of your life. Time management-how do you use your time? What could change some? What's working in your life? What is not working? Begin problem solving, and organizing so that your life, home, office, work, and relationships are more fulfilling and enjoyable.

Grand Trine in Earth Signs:
The Grand Trine in Earth is formed in part by the Sun, Moon, and Mercury all being in Virgo . These transits emphasize sacred service, space, and health and well being. The Grand Trine also includes Mars, Saturn, and Pluto all in Capricorn. Mars the planet of action, Saturn, the Great Teacher, and Pluto, the Great Transformer, all require that we work hard to establish strong commitments and that we  take on obligations with a deep sense of responsibility. 

Uranus, the planet of shocking and sudden change in Taurus in this Grand Trine, represents the need to use our energy to use the transformations and lessons we've been learning to conserve our strength, preserve our balance and energetic power.  What we bring forth from our inner needs, desires, and intentions, will now help shape the path before us. We must take steps to use care and caution with the choices we make and the way that we communicate and express our needs and intentions during this New Moon period. Also, what needs to leave our experience falls away or passes out of our influence during this period of time. Whatever you have held onto for fear of making the wrong choice, will now be removed from you regardless of your efforts. Let what needs to go, go. Space is needed to fulfill your intentions. It's all for the best, as Uranus in Taurus is all about building a foundation that allows you to honor your truest self and what you value most. 

We will see in the next two weeks leading up to the Full Moon and the Autumnal Equinox, the manifestations of our present vision, perspective, and intentions. Use care, discretion, and common sense in speaking, thinking, and directing your energy at this time. What we set into motion, decide, or intend at this time, leads us to our destiny, and opens us to the path before us. Seek Divine guidance, and then listen to what direction you receive. Follow the pull of your heart and your center of truth. Check in with that place within you where you "know the Truth" and then follow the path in that direction. Follow your heart or your solar plexus (3rd chakra) or intuitive knowing (6th chakra) or all three to discover the next step. Pay attention to your intuition. 

Impact of Virgo New Moon.

The blessings of Virgo are found in its focus on improving and maintaining our health and well being. We're each called upon to make improvements in our health, habits, patterns of living, and ways of coping with stress and change. The archetypal card of the Priestess is emblematic of Virgo's practical transformation of divine energy into physical creation and manifestation. Imagine yourself using your body, mind, emotions, spirit to pour out into your life, the beauty, balance, creativity, and wholeness you so desire. Bring yourself to a place of home in your heart of hearts, and allow yourself to make whatever changes and adjustments are needed to feel at home and in synch with the beating of your own heart and the pace of your own path. 

The growing edge of Virgo is overcoming the need to control and perfect every aspect of a plan before actually taking action or making a decision. Perfectionism can be a real obstacle for whatever area of your life Virgo rules. It can be a stumbling block for lots of things. We are here to learn, risk, begin and end, and start anew, so 'screw your courage to the sticking point" as Shakespeare once wrote, and get on with things. Write out your intentions, and be specific and concrete about what you want. Too often we get trapped in the whirlpool of indecision because we're looking for the perfect way to move forward. Begin where you are. Be brave and write down your fondest desire, wishes, and dreams. What do you really want?
Once you begin allowing the abundance of the Universe in on your tightly held secrets, there is a chance a small door will open and the Light will enter, giving you exactly what you need to move forward towards the realization of your dreams and desires. 

We are here to serve a purpose, to use our gifts, talents, time, and energy to create what we can to make our world a better place and to live our lives from a point of Love and Harmony.  We have the choice to choose Life or Death, and now is the time when we need to do whatever we can to choose what gives us life, affirms our Divine natures, as we help co-create a more beautiful and harmonious world, within and around us. This Virgo New Moon calls us to put into motion, into concrete, down to earth form, those desires that we have for creating beauty in the world and living in harmony with all of life.