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The Full
Moons during this season occur very close the
beginning of the sign they are in, so having ritual
even a few hours before the actual time will put
the Moon in the previous sign. In other respects,
this is a generally helpful timing, since both the
Moon and Sun are freshly entered into their signs,
making their energies direct and strong.
Dark Moon
in Scorpio, November 9, 4:03 pm
Best evening
for ritual: either November 8 (Thursday) or
November 9 (Friday)
Theme:
Probing the Depths
None of the
other planets are in aspect with one another at
this time, so the energy of this Moon is dominated
by the Moon and Sun themselves. Being together in
Scorpio, they want to get to the bottom of things,
both conscious and subconscious. If you practice
divination on this night, your questions should be
directed inward, and be as penetrating as you can
make them. This is a time to dig down to the secret
roots of your fears, failings, and motives. Be
suspicious of yourself, and don't accept easy
answers.
Questions
for this Moon:
What is
my darkest secret?
What am I
afraid to do?
What am I
afraid to be?
What lies
do I tell myself?
 Full
Moon in Gemini, November 24, 7:30 am
Best evening
for ritual: November 24 (Saturday)
Theme:
Creating Fresh Choices
The
energetic tension of the Gemini-Sagittarius axis is
that between debate and discovery, between seeing
both sides and embracing a truth. The interplay
between these poles can give birth to a brand new
perspective, revealing a choice or option you
didn't know you had. You may want to use this to
break a stalemate in a relationship, since Venus in
Libra will keep things humming along between
yourself and a lover or friend as you reinvent your
options.
Affirmations
for this Moon:
There's
always something I haven't thought of
yet.
Differences
are stimulating.
Conversation
creates opportunity.
Consider
the possibilities.
Dark Moon
in Sagittarius, December 9, 10:40 am
Best evening
for ritual: December 8 (Saturday)
Theme:
Seeking Your Truth
The truth is
out there. Cultural roots, a faith, a belief
system: these things give us perspective on the
large realities of life. Finding your truth can
sometimes seem like a quest for the Holy Grail: an
exhilarating journey with an elusive goal. This
moon invites you to focus on your beliefs and how
they shape your life. Whether you are content with
your worldview or are a seeker, you can come into
deeper appreciation of the power of beliefs and
your shifting relationship with them.
Questions
for this Moon:
What is
my purpose?
What are
my deepest convictions?
How do I
live what I believe?
How do I
speak my truth?
 Full
Moon in Cancer, December 23, 6:16 pm
Best evening
for ritual: December 23 (Sunday)
Theme:
Protecting the Nest
This is an
extremely powerful Moon, less than two days after
the winter solstice, with the Sun conjunct Jupiter
and Mercury, and the Moon conjunct Mars. The basic
energetic tension at work is between living in the
protective shell of home and family, or competing
for success is the wider world. There is an
opportunity now to do both, by rising to the
defense of what you love and protecting the
security of others. This is an excellent time to
affirm the integrity of home and family for the
coming year, or to work to defend those who are
vulnerable.
Affirmations
for this Moon:
I am the
protector.
Creating
safety is a noble achievement.
Strengthen
that which is close.
Shelter
the weak.
Dark Moon
in Capricorn, January 8, 4:37 am
Best evening
for ritual: January 7 (Monday)
Theme:
Building a Tower
Although
there are no close aspects this Moon, the Sun and
Moon are joined by Jupiter in Sagittarius, with
Mercury on the Sagittarius/Aquarius cusp. Jupiter
is coming into trine with Saturn in Virgo, so there
is a lot of constructive energy available for
Capricornian projects, such as establishing a
business, building reputation, or securing new
resources. If you do divination this night, direct
your questions toward pragmatic matters, and don't
be afraid to look at financial or pragmatic issues
directly.
Questions
for this Moon:
What
foundations should I build on?
How do I
earn esteem?
What is
the key to prosperity?
What is
the next step?
 Full
Moon in Leo, January 22, 6:35 am
Best evening
for ritual: January 22 (Tuesday)
Theme:
Creating Your Aura
This Moon
sees the Jupiter-Saturn trine near peak intensity,
with Mars approaching trine with Mercury and
retreating from opposition with Venus. The
energetic tension of the Leo-Aquarius axis is that
between self-esteem and self-sacrifice, between
receiving attention and devoting oneself to a
larger cause. This is an energetic and stimulating
Moon, with lots of opportunities for launching
projects with real staying power. The key is to
understand how your personal presence and
generosity toward others can contribute to the good
of all.
Affirmations
for this Moon:
I am an
example to others.
My
presence stimulates and inspires.
I am
master of my own energies.
I make
things happen.
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