In Moon Magic 102, we are going to cover the Moon through the Zodiac signs. While it’s important to work with the moon’s basic phases, the zodiac sign of the transiting Moon is just as important for the topic of what you are trying to work on. For example, if you’re working to attract new love into your life, you would want to work with a waxing moon in Libra, the sign of relationships. Or if you were working to release old emotional patterns, a Waning Moon in Scorpio, the sign of deep/buried emotions would be best. Here’s a handy little guide to help you decide what sign is best for your intention.
The Moon through the signs
Moon in Aries: Aries is the spark of new enterprises. It’s about passion, courage and fire. Aries is the sign that likes to jump in and get things done, and while it’s great for getting going, it’s not the best for staying power. A fire sign, ruled by Mars, it can also be good for cutting out things you don’t need anymore.
Moon in Taurus: Taurus is stable, grounding energy. It is nature, wealth and bounty. Taurus is the sign that likes to stay on solid ground, so intentions set here have staying power. An Earth sign, ruled by Venus, it can be used for issues related to money, material possessions, art and physical beauty.
Moon in Gemini: Gemini is the multi-tasker. It’s the sign of dipping your toes into a variety of subjects and communicating with a variety of people. It’s all about changing thoughts, messages, writing and mass media. But it can be fickle. An air sign, ruled by Mercury, it can be best used for writing and disseminating information.
Moon in Cancer: Cancer is the emotional, moody, intuitive sign of the zodiac. It’s fertile and about the body, home, motherhood and emotions. A Water sign, ruled by the Moon, a waxing Cancer moon is the best placement for planting a garden, because of its fertile qualities. Also good for any intentions where you want to emotionally grow, or for issues related to home life.
Moon in Leo: Leo is the flashy, willful, energetic sign of the zodiac. It is hot and dry, so not great for growth, but showy and able to attract attention. A moon that boosts self-confidence, it can also quickly cross the line into being self-centered. A Fire sign, ruled by the Sun could be used to work with improving self-esteem or as a waning moon, decreasing some drama from your life.
Moon in Virgo: Virgo is the sign of analysis, criticism and perfectionism. An intellectual sign, Virgo is all about the details. It rules employment, health and counseling but unlike the emotional moon, it has a distinctly detached energy about it. An Earth sign, ruled by Mercury, a good time to set intentions related to employment and commerce.
Moon in Libra: Libra is the sign of the scales and is all about balance, harmony and relationships. A diplomatic sign, Libra can see all sides of an issue, but has trouble making a decision. An Air sign, ruled by Venus, Libra moons are great for planting flowers, and anything to do with balance or relationships.
Moon in Scorpio: Scorpio is the sign of deep emotions, privacy, power, transformation, sex and death. Despite its dark connotations it is a fertile sign, that is connected to the psychic realm, so it is fruitful for moon magic. A Water sign, ruled by Mars, can be used to set intentions for transformation or to let go of those things which no longer serve you.
Moon in Sagittarius: Sagittarius is the sign of wisdom, optimism, travel and publishing. It rules overseas travel, teaching and learning and expanding the mind. A Fire sign, ruled by Jupiter, a good time to set intentions for learning, or anything that requires a positive attitude.
Moon in Capricorn: Capricorn is the sign of stability, resourcefulness, steady progress and business. It rules structure and self-discipline, as well as recognition. An Earth sign, ruled by Saturn, a Capricorn moon is great for setting boundaries. Also good for anything related to practical concerns like stable finances.
Moon in Aquarius: Aquarius is a sign of ideals. It is all about group work, society, rebellion and out-of-the-box thinking. It is also concerned with personal freedom and individuality. An Air Sign, ruled by Saturn, the Moon in Aquarius is a good time to dream up the mission statement for a business or charity that will provide a service to the community.
Moon in Pisces: Pisces is the sign of musicians, psychics and dreamers. A fertile sign, it is said that Pisces is the second best sign of the zodiac for setting an intention for growth. A Water sign, ruled by Jupiter, use Pisces to set an intention to increase your psychic awareness, increase your compassion or make music.
