Full Moon/Blue Moon in Aquarius — the article

On Aug. 22nd, at 8:02am EDT, the Full Moon becomes exact. This is the second of two Full Moons in the Aquarius-Leo polarity within a 30-day period — and if you’ve ever wondered what a Blue Moon is… that’s exactly what we have here! If you are already a Member of my online community, you can click here to watch my video about this Blue Moon 😉

Two consecutive Moons in the same sign is particularly interesting because of the degree in which they become exact — usually an exalted degree — and the current Full Moon becomes exact in 29.5 degrees of Aquarius. This is indeed an exalted degree, because it is the last degree of the sign, and therefore the last chance for any transiting celestial body to express itself before changing signs.

This would indicate a strong urge to complete something — most likely something that started with the first Full Moon in 1.5º of Aquarius on July 23rd — and therefore is connected to social interactions, a desire for progress in connection to our vision for humanity, or our future in general.

The last time we had two consecutive Full Moons in the same sign was in the Spring of 2019, in Libra-Aries — and the last one in Aquarius-Leo was on July 22 & Aug. 20th, 2013 — and the one before that was way back in 2002, on July 24 & Aug. 22nd of that year, to be exact.

Ask yourself: What was important to me in the summers of 2013 and 2002? What of that is asking to be completed over the next two weeks? Where am I looking to transition to the next level?

With any Full Moon, we see things previously hidden, and get a chance to make some changes if we don’t like what we see. Given this, ask yourself: What keeps happening since July 23rd in my social networks or interactions? What needs adjusting? What needs outright change?

Something else that makes this Full Moon chart deeply unusual — even unique, in my experience — is six retrograde planets (bear in mind that there are only 9 planets that can even go retrograde)! So which ones are they? Jupiter, Saturn, Chiron, Uranus, Neptune, and Pluto — all are retrograde at the time of the Full Moon, which means that we have a chance to get more in tune with all of their energies.

Uranus, although retrograde after Aug. 19th, is still stationing/exalted until Sept. 2nd! (go to Aug. 5th – Weekly Forecasts for details, or watch the webinar: “Uranus in Taurus Exalted, August 2021”. I highly recommend this! Click here for more info or to purchase.).

When Retrograde, we access the energies of these 6 planets from…

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When Retrograde, we access the energies of these 6 planets from the inside out, turning our attention towards what is no longer in alignment with our innermost Selves — in other words, it’s inner work: rethink, research, rectify, reduce, repair, restructure, reconcile, release, and/or relinquish. It seems fitting that a “re-trograde” should point us at lots of other “re-” words!

Ask yourself: Is the outside world aligned with my inner world? If the answer is “no”, ask yourself: Where are the gaps? Where are the friction points? Where might I start to close some of those gaps? Where could I move away from what “rubs me the wrong way” and thus creates friction?

What inner changes or growth would let me move forward? Where am I called to repair what’s not working? To release what is no longer viable? To realign with my Soul-intentions?

The more we clear out that inner clutter, the bigger the steps we can take when three of the outer planets move forward in October (Pluto on Oct. 6th, Saturn on Oct. 10th, and Jupiter on Oct. 17th).

Please note that these next six weeks will be especially powerful if your Ascendant or Sun-sign is in Scorpio, Capricorn or Sagittarius.

Remember, doing the inner work is just as important as making progress in the outer world — the “Inner Universe” informs the outer — one cannot happen without the other 😉

We discussed the Aquarius-Leo polarity at length in the first Aquarius Full Moon video, posted in July, click here to hear about that polarity — so for this article, let’s focus on the aspects connected to this month’s Full Moon chart, starting with Mercury:

Mercury yet again plays a major role in this Full Moon chart, making several aspects with other celestial bodies:

First, it aligns with Mars in Virgo, which might speed up our thinking… and lead us to take things more personally, and to speak impulsively.

As best as you can, observe and discern, rather than judge. Consider all the facts, and ask yourself: Would I rather be right or would I rather be happy?

If you find yourself becoming impatient, draw a deep breath into your lower belly, and feel the breath soothing and clearing your mind…

Ask yourself: What if that voice in my head, that narrates and comments on everything, was just an aspect of who I am, or even just something I’m aware of, and not the totality of who I am? And if I’m more than just that voice, what else am I — in other words, what is beyond “thinking”?

Some more questions you can try out: What if that voice was just a program running in, or even just arising in, my conscious awareness? What if I gave that voice 5% less of my focus? What do I notice when I direct that newly spare 5% of attention to this moment, connecting with my direct experience of life, right here, right now?

The Mercury/Mars alignment in Virgo trines an exalted Uranus in Taurus (Uranus being the modern ruler of Aquarius) and Pluto in Capricorn. Here, we are looking to reinvent our relationship to health and our body (trine to Uranus).

We are also being invited to focus on what we actually have control over, and surrender any fears about the outside world and its structures, rules, and regulations — all those things that we do not have control over (trine to Pluto).

Ask yourself: What is healthy for me personally at this time? What works for me? What doesn’t? Could I honor what my body needs, even if it is different from what other people need at this time? If my body had a say in this, what might it be saying to me?

How could I be 5% more discerning about what I accept as true? Where does the information I currently receive come from? Does it empower me or create more fear and anxiety within me or in my environment?

What might a review of my current daily habits show me? How could I work 5% smarter rather than 1% harder? Is there any clutter in my life that is asking to be removed at this time?

The day after the Full Moon becomes exact, on Aug. 23rd, Mercury reaches 19.5 degrees of Virgo and squares the degree of June 10th’s Solar Eclipse. This represents a turning point in our thinking.

As best as you can, observe how this plays out for you, and ask yourself: What needs an adjustment in my thinking or my inner dialog? What creative solutions might clear the way for me to appreciate the differences in opinions that I see or hear — with an open heart?

What intentions did I set at the time of the Solar Eclipse in June? What might I see if I kept both my eyes and my mind open? How might objectivity and flexibility support me at this time?

Mercury also opposes Neptune in Pisces at the time of the Full Moon. This opposition will be exact on Aug. 24th. As best as you can, balance left- and right-brain activities. Ask yourself: What role does intuition play in my “thinking” and “doing”? What about my imagination?

If you identify as a very creative, spiritual person, see if you can bring a dash of a more logical, scientific flavor to the table. If you are generally a very rational, fact-based individual, see if you can add a dash of imagination and creativity. If you are quite balanced in this regard already, observe that balance and get present as to what degree one or the other shows up, depending on what you are doing or thinking.

Now, let’s talk about the Moon/Jupiter alignment in Aquarius! We feel optimistic — and that helps us attract positive circumstances. Over the next two weeks, any and all of the following can serve as vehicles for emotional growth: like-minded affiliations, communities, causes, progress-oriented collaborations, cultural exchanges and education.

Given that we strongly prefer to see the good in the world at this time, this is an excellent time to resolve conflicts, especially those that lie within our various communities, be they online or in-person. Humor can play a big role in our interactions as well.

Ask yourself: Where does all this expansive energy that’s coming through want to go? How might I use it to my advantage? Could I use it to feel more emotionally connected to my communities? To the world?

Our perspective on issues can be delightfully unusual, insightful, and ingenious. As best as you can, explore your beliefs in connection with humanity’s future, and seek for a vision from a larger vantage point.

Ask yourself: What does individual and collective freedom look like to me? What road might lead to greater freedom? What might open up if I became more open-minded? What if I took a 5% more positive attitude towards humanity and individual humans?

Saturn, the traditional ruler of Aquarius, is currently in the sign it co-rules with Uranus, and it trines Venus in Libra and the North Node in Gemini. This creates a Grand Trine in the Air-Element (and a kite configuration with the South Node in Sagittarius). 

If we so choose, this Grand Trine will help us raise our vibrations, making it easier to connect with others while staying open-minded, and also helping us stay committed to long-term partnerships or friendships. Collaboration comes more easily, as long as we remember to be aware, and provided we release any dogmatic or intolerant conditioning from the past.

Ask yourself: Who might welcome a dialogue (or even a collaboration) that is open-minded, socially responsible, sustainable? Where can I build mutual respect with others? Could I be 5% more aware of any mental conditioning that has me act in a self-righteous way? Or in a xenophobic way?

To sum it all up: Since we are invited to reinvent our relationship to nature and our physical experience, ask yourself: In what ways could I purify my body, my mind and my spirit? What would clear some space in my daily life for implementing healthy routines?

Now, Aquarius’ spiritual task is the attainment of unity in diversity, the honoring of the uniqueness and equality of each person; the darker, denser side of Aquarius becomes antisocial and hypocritical, with a disconnect between head and heart, word and action. 

Ask yourself: What has shown up in these past four weeks in connection with the lighter and denser vibrations of the Aquarian energies? Can I recognize the part I play in all of this?

Am I ready to embrace diversity? To honor the uniqueness and therefore the underlying equality of each person alive? How might a conscious connection between head and heart serve me and my communities?

If you are already a Member of my online community, and want to learn more about this month’s Full Moon, please click here to watch my video
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Do you have your Ascendant (or any personal planets) in the following: 27-29 degrees of Aquarius, Leo, Taurus, Scorpio, or 0-2 degrees of Pisces, Virgo, Gemini or Sagittarius? If so, you may feel the effects of this Full Moon more strongly. This is also true for those of us who have our Ascendant or Sun-sign in Leo or Cancer (since the Sun rules Leo and the Moon rules Cancer).