This Full Moon is quite close to the Earth and is considered a Supermoon, in addition to being a lunar eclipse. This is a very subtle eclipse known as a penumbral eclipse, where the Moon passes through the edge rather than the center of the Earth’s shadow, visible from the Eastern Hemisphere. Since the Moon is beneath the horizon as it becomes exactly full, those of us in the Northern Hemisphere will not be able to see it. For those living in the Eastern Hemisphere, the experience will be very subtle and you may not see it at all as it will appear only as a dark shading of the Moon.
Even though, visibly, it is a very subtle lunar eclipse, its gravitational and electromagnetic influence will be profound. An Eclipse creates a reset or re-calibration of consciousness while it interrupts the normal or consistent flow of electromagnetic energy to earth, which affects us all. When it is dimmed or blocked for a time, our perceptions change and we have the possibility to see things anew. This happens with a lunar eclipse on a subconscious and/or emotional level. This can bring to our awareness that which needs to be addressed that we may not have seen before. It can also represent emotional disturbances coming forth from our shadow side, below the surface of our awareness. This gives us the opportunity to take positive steps moving forward with a greater depth of knowledge and understanding.
It is helpful to understand the energies of the Pisces/Virgo axis (12th and 6th houses). This is called the serve or suffer axis which means that if we don’t serve humanity in some way, we suffer. This is an important message for us at this chaotic point in humanities evolution. We were each born with special gifts that can be helpful to others and to the planet. We were born at this profound time of awakening to interject our gifts into the matrix. Large or small interplay is needed now. some of us have an easier time for large participation, while others can only make small contributions. Whatever we can manage to put on the altar of these shifting times is beneficial. Remember there is no contribution too small or insignificant. This Full Moon lunar eclipse is a powerful reminder of our obligation to serve in some way.
There are other powerful influences pulling at us now. Mars in Sagittarius is in a T-square with the Moon and Chiron in Pisces and the Sun in Virgo. Mars represents the challenge point and pushes us to act and serve with courage if awake and conscious, or to war like aggression and destruction for those still blinded by deception. Chiron influencing the Moon in Pisces represents our core wounds and the betrayal that we have felt of late as our eyes have been opened to so much deceit. Chiron helps us to learn from pain as Pisces helps to compassionately heal our wounds through service and love.
Jupiter has finally left the sign of Virgo (where it wasn’t very happy) and moved into the creative and pleasing sign of Libra. We can expect a much more creative year moving forward. All you Libras out there can expect a boost of some needed good fortune and progress.
Both Pluto and Mercury have been retrograde and will be changing direction soon. Mercury turns direct on September 21st at 15 degrees Virgo and Pluto turns direct on September 26th at 15 degrees Capricorn. This will be a pleasant shift for many who have been struggling with these potent retrogrades.
And last but not least, Uranus in Aries is in a trine to Mars in Sagittarius and in opposition to Venus in Libra. This is a quirky configuration and can mean sudden actions and explosive and aggressive behaviors but with hope for creative solutions. Fortunately, the Mars component doesn’t last too long!
Written by Wendy Cicchetti
A Full Moon symbolizes the fulfillment of the seeds planted at a previous New Moon or some earlier cycle. Each Full Moon reminds us of the seeds that may be coming to maturity, to their fullness, to fruition, to the place where the fruits or gifts are received. It may seem that fulfillment of our goals takes a long time. Some intentions may manifest within the two week phase prior to the next New or Full Moon. Some however, depending on their complexity, may take a much longer time. Just remember that our thoughts and emotions set Universal Action in motion and much work takes place behind the scenes as everything is orchestrated for fulfillment. Keep visualizing your goals as though you have already attained them and they will eventually manifest. Do not concern yourself with current conditions or worry about controlling it. The universe takes care of those details. Just keep seeing what you want, and move in that direction with your actions, and give no energy to what you don’t want. Patience is required.