grab your surfboard! prepare to ride emotional waves! if needed, retreat into your shell of safety! the supercharged sensitivity and intuitive undercurrents of water sign cancer, placed in a potent full moon, will be the central energy infusing the week ahead. in contrast, sweet relief and lightness should come just in time for the weekend, when the moon enters fun-loving fire sign leo thursday evening. after a week of possible ups and downs, sunday's moon placement in system and structure-loving virgo could be supportive in helping you come back to earth. let's dig in:
tuesday 12/26 at 7:32 pm est, the full moon in cancer will peak. cancer is the only zodiac sign ruled by the moon - the 'natural satellite' and luminary of our emotional worlds, bodies, the subconscious, the feminine. when the moon is placed in cancer, it is common for themes of family dynamics, safety, the home, and comfort to arise. with whom and where do you feel most safe and "at home"? how can you come back to yourself; to your body - the ultimate home? what comes up when you check in with your body? what emotions or experiences are you holding onto? what do you need to feel deeply nourished - mind, body, soul?
though full moons are typically times of human connection, because cancer can be a deep feeling, protective sign, you could be more prone to moodiness and called to spend time alone. this isn't a bad thing. it could be spun into a superpower. how and why? it will be a particularly potent time to tap into your intuition and psychic abilities. full moons are times of realization, results, and release. they shine light on what is working in our lives and what is not. consider carving out intentional time and space to get quiet with yourself, to allow inner feelings to surface. if it feels aligned, consider asking yourself: what have i been holding onto, what can i let go of; release? if you wish to go further with this question, you might practice a full moon release meditation - check out this one created in collaboration with lana evanson, an uber-talented toronto-based reiki master, meditation teacher, life coach
with this natural pull toward spending time 'in your shell', you could also feel called to tend to your space - don't be surprised if you find yourself deep cleaning and cleansing!
another supportive practice could be immersing yourself in the element of water. spend time near a body of water, such as a lake, the ocean, or a river. run yourself a bath or steamy shower. make hydration a priority. certainly in general, but especially during this moon transit, take extra care in nourishing yourself; tending to your inner child, mind, body, and soul. remember: you can't pour from an empty cup
if you find yourself leaning more toward overstimulation, frustration, and anxiety - common symptoms of full moon energy - i highly suggest finding something to channel your energy into; to move the energy. exercise! dance! go for a walk! journal! call a friend! channel your inner rock star! cry! let it out! say no to holding on to feelings too tightly; to emotional and energetic stagnation
thursday 12/28 at 7:23 pm est the moon will shimmy into leo. a fire sign, ruled by the sun - star and luminary of the self, spirit, core identity, drive, ego - leo energy is full of life; feeling playful, creative, courageous, expansive, and bold. thursday evening through early sunday morning could be excellent times for seeking pleasure, socializing, and having fun. go to that party! dress up! make art! chat up that cutie! be a little dramatic! make big moves, with heart! when the moon is in leo, life is theatre, you are the main character, and the world is your stage. never dim your light. never stop being one of a kind. and also be kind!
at 6:34 am est sunday 12/31, the last day of 2023, the moon will shift gears out of firey leo and into earthy virgo. after a weekend of playing social butterfly, you could feel called to enter self-care and systems mode. boosted by a trine with saturn sunday morning, this could be a great energy for all things involving practical details. think: carving out your do-to list, making plans toward long-term goals, editing routines, setting new year's resolutions
in terms of lunar energy, this new year's eve you could feel more called to focus on planning than partying. whatever path you choose, there's lots to celebrate. cheers to what has been! cheers to what has yet to come! cheers to the present!
...more on this in next week's moonscope!
moon placement forecast
tuesday 12/26
cancer full moon, peaking at 7:32 pm est
wednesday 12/27 + thursday 12/28
cancer waning gibbous moon / enters leo 7:23 pm est
friday 12/29 + saturday 12/30
leo waning gibbous moon
sunday 12/31
leo waning gibbous moon / enters virgo 6:34 am est
monday 01/01
virgo waning gibbous moon
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