Wendy Cicchetti

Gemini New Moon

The Gemini New Moon reminds us of our need for and the value of connections of all kinds, especially those in our local communities. Gemini is a vocal sign, and sometimes we need to just listen and pay attention to what is said, rather than respond. Or maybe everyone needs to observe their own reactions and options in some matters before they have their say.

A facet of dual-bodied Gemini also points to dealing with multiples, whether it’s projects, sets of people, or situations. Since the Moon squares Neptune in Pisces, there is a chance matters could become disorganized, or we could lose the thread in explanations and conversations. Note facts and details on paper or electronically to preserve a record and create a reference point for use down the line.

Occasionally, we cannot help a situation that goes awry and we may need to navigate it carefully to manage any fallout. Such is the way with squares — a problem is either divided internally, or the wrong thread is hooked into externally. Hopefully, we spot our problem early and can backtrack to avert disaster. If we’ve managed to get into a knotty situation, however, our job is to unravel the knots and stop any further snags from occurring. Most likely, all is not lost — we just need to gain clarity on the situation. It’s a bit easier if we can bring in the assistance of someone who understands our point of view and appreciates that of the other side too. Perhaps finding a middle ground between both perspectives provides a helpful answer. Neptune in “dignity” (in its own sign) indicates a sacrifice worth making, assisting a situation not otherwise easily improved.

The Moon happens to conjoin Juno, an asteroid that references marriage and other key commitments. It may be that the Gemini focus has us feeling loyalties to more than one side. And yet, we probably need to find a way to marry divergent viewpoints together or align people who are on different tracks to follow the same path. This may or may not be easy, and the answer may require us to strike a balance between our intuition and logic.

As Neptune in Pisces opposes Ceres in Virgo, there’s a t-square among the Lights, Neptune, and the asteroids Juno and Ceres. This points to a need to find a solution that can provide nurturing in multiple directions. It’s not quite as tricky as trying to please all of the people all of the time, as the saying goes! But, we might benefit from spotting a point of compromise, which, in turn, will help lessen tension and restore some peace.

Where we might temporarily come a cropper is by way of a hazy or forgetful mindset, courtesy of Neptune. Should we let a key date or detail slip, someone may feel threatened, despite our unbreakable loyalty, and we could need to quickly sharpen up our act to keep on their right side!

Contrariwise, Neptune could be just the trick we need to slip quietly away from someone who has a grip or design on us, while we have different needs or desires! What initially appears challenging could be the very situation that helps us manage that maneuver, so perhaps not every snag should be viewed as an annoyance or pointless distraction.

Sometimes, there are situations when matters keep us from fulfilling commitments — even if only to ourselves. However, now is not the time to wallow in regret or get lost in despair. Instead, refocus and take the first steps to get back on track. The Moon’s dispositor is Mercury, dignified in Gemini, squaring Saturn in Pisces. It may feel like a tough swim along choppy waters, and we may need to sacrifice something to manage it, but we’ll find our stride and make solid progress once we get going!

This article is from the Mountain Astrologer by Diana McMahon Collis