THE SAGITTARIUS FULL MOON

Greetings, my friends,

This moon has been equally as interesting to experience as it has been to write about. The past few days have been full of sporadic focus and unexpected emotions associated with painful memories rising to the surface and demanding to be felt, which has seemingly forced me to change my plans for my entire week so I can prioritize letting go so I may move into bigger spaces (how Sagittarian, indeed). This has also interfered with my writing schedule, so I appreciate your patience as I’ve taken some time for my mental world. Anyhow, this moon is heavily influenced by its ruler, Jupiter, more so than usual, as Jupiter is sitting at the 29th and final degree of Taurus, preparing to drift into Gemini after twelve years. Because of this, while the moon was at its peak illumination early yesterday morning, the 23rd, it will likely feel quite present through tomorrow, the 25th, when the moon departs Sagittarius and Jupiter enters Gemini.

29º is a degree of finality—it is the final performance, the climactic ending, the closing ceremony. This degree is also deeply associated with the intersection of fate and destiny, and considering the asteroid Lachesis’s (one of the three fate asteroids) involvement as well, there is definitely a strong spiritual undertone to this moon. Some may even sense nostalgia or deja vu through the weekend as we acclimate ourselves to the ending of one journey and the beginning of another. Jupiter is the wise teacher, and whichever sign it transits is the archetype it teaches through. With this in mind, we can consider this moon with Jupiter at 29º to be a “final test” of sorts.

We are invited to acknowledge what we’ve learned, how we’ve grown, and what we have accumulated through our experiences. This may feel like a strange in-between space, as if we’re straddling a threshold and are simultaneously looking back and forward at the same time. There may be many unanswered questions and points of confusion, but there is no better time to have faith in all that is happening than now. Whether you are celebrating a win, mourning a loss, or sitting in confusion over an unexpected outcome, this moon asks us to zoom out and consider how this is contributing to the grand plan of our lives.

HERE’S THE BIG PICTURE

Full moons are often a confrontation between the instinctual body and the conscious mind—the ego and intuition. It is through the ego that we are asked to hear what the intuition is speaking to us; we must consciously pause to allow the unconscious to be heard. With the sun having recently entered Gemini, we are more prone to analytical thinking and are perhaps trying to rationalize any areas of confusion presently. The ego (sun) in Gemini leads us to believe that there must be an answer for the thing we’re seeking to better understand; all we have to do is ask enough questions. However, the moon (our intuition) in Sagittarius openly provides us with the answer, which is that we don’t need to have one right now. What happens when we stop fixating on understanding? And how can we actually gain more clarity by not needing to understand?

The moon in Sagittarius is BIG energy; there is an adventurous spirit and a deep thinker within these natives. However, that sense of adventure may lead such individuals to push past what their emotional body is trying to tell them, as they might assume that any emotional blockage or issue they might find themselves encountering will simply work itself out. They sometimes find themselves too caught up in what comes next to bother slowing down to assess what they’re feeling. And the same can be said for us collectively under the moon’s influence in Sagittarius. With the completion of Jupiter’s cycle through Taurus upon us, we are wrapping up any loose ends of the things we have been learning from since May of last year. This Sagittarian energy may cause some of us to feel antsy to get going, as we are likely anticipating Jupiter’s shift in energy and are waiting to see what’s around the corner. While the initial thought may be to keep ourselves busy, extend outside of ourselves, and perhaps even avoid emotions that have already made themselves known, this moon calls for the opposite of Sagittarius’s natural desire: it asks for stillness.

Through the essence of this moon, we are asked to pause and observe our surroundings from the place that we’re currently at. We’re asked to enjoy the view from our present point of perspective. Though some of us may feel as if we’re in a void, unable to make sense of what we’re doing, where we’re going, or why ~all of this~ is happening (whatever that may be), we’re asked to explore that itchy feeling, the restlessness within us that begs to be removed. This is a valuable time for self-observation and non-judgment, to consider how we might accept ourselves entirely as we are, even if who we presently are is someone we don’t always feel satisfied with. How can you embrace this exact version of you? How can you acknowledge that who you are now is who you once yearned to be?

Oftentimes, we can become fixated on progressing, expanding, getting bigger, going farther, and growing, growing, growing. And while growth is something beautiful, healthy, and necessary to crave, we must not forget to embrace where we are right now—the present. This moon asks us to celebrate how far we’ve come and feel excited about where we see ourselves going in the future, but most importantly, appreciate this very moment for all it offers to us. Instead of seeking outside of ourselves, we are invited to venture inward, to allow curiosity to reveal introspective realizations, which is not only characteristic of this moon but also of the 29th degree. This is a time to pause, rest, and be held in the arms of the universe. We have plenty of time to learn, explore, and adventure, but this is a time to blissfully hang in the suspension of the ~in-between~. Use this weekend to slow down and notice what is subtly surrounding you; if you’ve been seeking an answer for something, pausing to observe may actually reveal what you’re looking for. There is so much simplicity in this moon. Feel your feelings in all their bigness. Accept all that emerges from your inner world, considering the truth it is unveiling. And take some time to appreciate the now—there is plenty of time to transform ourselves, but now is for pause and reflection. Take some time to get outside if you can, not for self improvement but to appreciate this beautiful, precious life of yours. This moment is a sacred blessing—soak it in.

Happy full moon, my loves. <3

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Because Jupiter is entering Gemini tomorrow, May 25th, I have designed a Jupiter in Gemini guide for each rising sign to offer you some insight and advice for this over-a-year-long transit. Each guide includes:

• an audio recording discussing an overview of Jupiter in Gemini

• an audio recording discussing what this means if this is your Jupiter return

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ARIES, this moon invites you to celebrate the growth you’ve accomplished in your finances, values, relationship with food, and how you experience pleasure. You might find yourself reaching a point of completion in one of these areas and perhaps encountering a sense of nostalgia as you reflect on where you’ve come from. You may be considering how you can expand through the big emotions that may accompany this, and it could be helpful for you to get out of the house to reflect on where you’ve come from, where you’re going, and what this moment is teaching you. While you may feel you have to act, perhaps on a new idea or venture to expand your material and financial gain, this is a time to pause and appreciate how you’ve grown into a better understanding of who you are at your core. This moon may have you feeling restless, perhaps looking at all of the possibilities to be pursued and the potential held within each of them. You may be actualizing a dream at this time or preparing to pursue a multitude of new ideas. In the pursuit of new ideas, you might become worried that you’re missing something—perhaps you’re concerned you aren’t “beginning the journey” correctly. This moon reminds you that life is one grand journey in and of itself, and you’re already on it! You can’t make the wrong decision and are unable to take the wrong step. This moon encourages you to feel inspired by the dreams and ideas that come to mind but to not become fixated on approaching them correctly. Ground yourself in the now and find joy in the moment; inspiration will lead you where you need to go in due time.

TAURUS, this moon asks you to release yourself from expectations of perfection and to surrender to where you’re being called to venture, even if that is intimidating or uncomfortable to you. There may be aspects of your personality that are unideal to you; you may try to fixate your focus on your “best self,” and while this is beneficial to connect with, in order to fully understand and accept ourselves, we also have to acknowledge the parts of ourselves that are flawed, damaged, dark, and disturbing—the parts we may try to hide away or avoid. This full moon shines light into the darkest parts of yourself, and rather than releasing them through envisioning yourself detaching from them, this moon asks you to consider how you might release them through acceptance. You are more introspective and self-aware at this time and are likely celebrating a point of completion in personal expansion. This past year has likely been one full of learning about yourself, your purpose, and what allows you to be most present, centered, and willing to take up space. As we prepare to shift into a new set of teachings from Jupiter, this moon asks you to identify what you may be pushing away in an attempt to accelerate your progress toward any present goals. You may even find yourself denying that you are pushing something away. This moon invites a celebration of you entirely, the good, the bad, and the ugly. If you have been yearning for more progress in your connection to the spiritual realm, gifts, or talents, doing so may support the expansion you’re seeking.

GEMINI, this full moon may be a point of expansion and learning in your relationships or in your long-term commitments. You might find yourself celebrating the completion of a season in which you were given many opportunities to have radical faith in ~things working themselves out~ even when they may seem like they’re not. This past year has likely drawn your attention to hidden fears or spaces of discomfort. Perhaps you have left behind a job or relationship without a clear plan in place or an exact understanding of what comes next. You have been challenged to see the bigger picture even when you very much want to make decisions based only on the facts laid before you. This full moon is congratulating you for a job well done; you are likely acknowledging how you’ve grown through developing a stronger relationship with the unknown and are now in a space to reap the rewards. While you may still be surrounded by unknowns that occasionally bring you discomfort, you have likely discovered more useful tools for talking yourself through any fear or anxiety. You may be imagining a big goal or considering a dream job, and you have perhaps taken some steps toward making it a reality. While you may have moments that cause you to distrust our judgment or might encounter the feeling that you’re missing something or have made the wrong choice, this moon encourages you to soften your attachment to any one outcome, as you can always readjust yourself. You may be releasing yourself from timelines in general under this lunar influence—what you thought you’d be doing, where you thought you’d be, etc. Allowing life to unfold organically for you will likely be rewarding this year; keep prioritizing inspiration over perceived security.

CANCER, this moon invites you to soften the structure you may have around your routines, daily structures, and other areas of discipline so that you may celebrate the expansion you’ve experienced in the past year or so. This has likely been a year that has broadened your social world, pushed you out of your comfort zone, and encouraged you to find comfort in embracing your instinctual guidance more, even if it has meant that you may face criticism or misunderstanding from others. There have likely been experiences that have taught you to accept that you are not for everyone and that you cannot always please everyone around you. Perhaps you have been more assertive in your work environments, social groups, or public settings in general, which has shown you how to create safety from within. This full moon may be helping you soften your grip on productivity and accomplishment so that you can pause in stillness—to observe. You are moving into a more inward season in which you will be invited to consider how you can accept things that do not make sense to you; your mental health may become a bigger priority, especially if you have not made it a priority as of late. This moon reminds you that oftentimes the progress that we seek to make can be more easily and quickly achieved when we loosen our grip on the outcome. While this past year has perhaps led you to a more forward-thinking and innovative sense of determination, you are now being asked to shift your focus away from the destination and instead center yourself in the now. Coming to terms with that which is out of your control may help you see more growth in the spaces you want to see it in.

LEO, this moon asks you to adventure into yourself and your authentic expression so that you may deepen your understanding of who you are at your core. This past year, you have likely discovered many new things about what it is you desire for your future—career changes, shifts in long-term priorities, and gaining a clearer vision of your ideal life were all likely. This has likely inspired you to make some changes in your personal life and the way that you express yourself, and you’ve also probably been challenged to step outside your comfort zone to get things moving in the direction you desire. However, under the influence of this lunation, you may be becoming increasingly aware of what your limitations are and may resort to escapist tendencies and distractions through comforts to avoid addressing the deeper emotions. You are simultaneously celebrating all of the consistent progress you’ve made in your ventures pertaining to your long-term goals and considering how you might use this heightened flow of energy to your advantage, especially if your sun or Mars placement is in Sagittarius or Aries. You may be feeling uncomfortable with the possibilities available to you, which may lead to analysis paralysis if you become too fixated on all the potentials of each curiosity. This moon emphasizes movement and encourages you to break out of old recreational habits, especially those that mute your inspiration, creativity, and motivation. You’re encouraged to indulge in the interests that make you feel alive—experiences that make life feel like a movie. You may learn through experimentation and expand yourself in lots of new directions this upcoming year. Accomplishing the things that you yearn for is up to you and your will to take action toward them, so let go of the pressure to do them “right” and enjoy the learning process.

VIRGO, this full moon is a renewal of your foundations. You may be detaching from longstanding beliefs that have been familiar but have not supported your long-term growth. You are likely celebrating how far you’ve come in your personal growth, as this past year has drawn your focus toward how you can expand yourself into new directions that can bring you more longevity-oriented comfort. You have possibly invested more time into understanding bigger ideas that make you think a little deeper—spiritual, philosophical, and conceptual teachings that have encouraged you to broaden your understanding of yourself and the world around you. This may have been a year of travel, but not just in a literal sense. Perhaps you have traveled into the depths of your heart to break apart long-standing blockages. Love and safety have likely been big teachers for you, even if loss and abandonment have been involved as well. In a way, this moon is asking you to pay homage to the wisdom you’ve gained from the experiences of this past year while also inviting you to release any attachments that may hold you back from expanding into bigger spaces. You may be clearing childhood wounds with this moon, especially those related to the father figure or security, and are supported to find security in the arms of the universe, which is likely a relationship that you have invested in more this past year. You may try to distract yourself from feeling any big feelings that arise with work or by keeping yourself busy, so this is a time to slow yourself down and hold space for any emotions to come forward.

LIBRA, this full moon symbolizes a period of completion in your understanding of yourself. You have likely been confronted by all aspects of yourself in the past year, including those you dislike, are afraid of, avoid, or hold resentment for. Learning from your greatest weaknesses, biggest flaws, and deepest hurts has perhaps helped you understand what you truly value and has allowed you to see yourself from a more objective point of view. Loss, risk, intimacy, sexuality, and sacrifice have likely been underlying themes in your experience, and you may now be observing how you have transformed through such experiences. This moon’s energy may feel nostalgic and light; perhaps you are releasing yourself from obsessions or dependencies as you travel into a more expansive season that will focus on broadening your view in a more philosophical, spiritual, or external world-type way. There may be a tendency to be self-critical at this time, or you may find yourself spiraling in lots of different directions mentally. This could also present as a feeling of avoidance to venture deeper into something that you feel called to understand better, either about yourself or the world around you. Perhaps you’re overthinking the way you create, express, or experience your true self, which may be accompanied by the desire to control yourself with a stronger hand. You may also turn to pleasure and enjoyment to distract yourself from something being asked to be heard and seen. Whether this is something you resonate with or not, this moon symbolizes the integration of some valuable teachings that you’ve accumulated over the past year and is a celebration of you discovering how to see the bigger picture when processing difficult, uncomfortable, or intense topics.

SCORPIO, this moon asks you to soften any criticism toward yourself so that you can observe the place from which it’s coming. You are perhaps celebrating financial goals being reached or the fruits of your labor from something that you devoted yourself to either six months or a year ago. This is a time in which you may be celebrating the security and companionship you’ve found in a relationship; perhaps you have deepened a relationship that already existed with either a romantic partner or close friend, or you established one within the past year. This energy symbolizes a level of completion of learning through commitments and things you devote yourself to. If you are not in a relationship, you may be reminiscing about how much you’ve learned over the past year about relationships and commitment—the commitment could pertain to a new way of managing your money, a shift in eating or wellness habits, or a change in the way that you support your self-image. Perhaps you’ve been more devoted to being more structured in the way you take care of yourself through food choices and personal care, or have made a bigger effort to become more responsible with how you engage in the flow of money (working on not impulsively spending so much and being more mindful of financial decisions). Whether in a relationship or not, this is a point of completion in how you see yourself through others, money, material things, food, and pleasure. While you may feel inclined to initiate some change within you on a foundational level, it may be wiser to instead focus on how you can allow change to happen around you without interfering. Use this as a time to open yourself to the care of others and try to observe yourself without judgment.

SAGITTARIUS, this will likely feel like quite the renewal of yourself; you may find yourself reaching a point of transformation due to the consistency you’ve had in your habits and routines. This past year has likely directed your focus to finding the intersection between wellness and pleasure, and you’ve probably been experimenting with different self-healing modalities for both your physical and mental bodies. Jupiter in Taurus had you focusing on things that feel good on all levels—mind, body, and soul. Now that it is preparing to move from Taurus to Gemini, you’re likely celebrating a transformation in your entirety. Perhaps you’ve changed your eating habits, daily routines, fitness regimens, work-life balance, and daily structures in the past twelve months and are now celebrating the fruits of your labor. You’re likely feeling as if who you are now is the most you you’ve ever felt. When Jupiter, your ruling planet, reaches the end of its passage through a sign, you will often feel as if you’re going through a significant shift on all levels of your identity and life. Because of this, this full moon likely feels as if you are deeply in tune with the universe, and your spiritual connection is amplified. Something that you’ve been dedicatedly working toward may be just around the corner, and while you may be dealing with waves of self-doubt or lack of faith, this is a time in which you’re asked to remind yourself that the work you’ve accomplished is not in vain. This moon invites you to embody your natural essence, to find joy in the transition between chapters of life, and if not joy is not possible to find, acceptance. Celebrate what you’ve worked for, what you’ve created, and who you’ve become.

CAPRICORN, this full moon is likely symbolic of a creative project reaching a place of finality, or perhaps the thing you have cultivated over the past twelve months or so is a deeper understanding of your self-expression, creativity, and authentic approach to fun and romance. You are likely preparing to bring any creative efforts or fun projects into a more practical space, perhaps integrating them into your work, daily habits, or personal structures with a bigger focus on the organization of ideas. In doing this, some of you may have heightened expectations for the project or new creation to perform a certain way, or you may merely find yourself becoming a bit more self-critical as you “raise the stakes” on yourself. This moon asks you to surrender to the unknowns surrounding any new beginnings and invites you to consider how you might enjoy the unfolding journey before you. You may be feeling inward, tired, and in need of more alone time under this influence, but this may be a useful time for you to dwell with yourself in the in-between spaces of your experience, the liminal spaces of consciousness. You may be realizing something about your mental health and, perhaps, will be invited to purge something emerging from your subconscious. This moon invites you to find sanctuary in “all that is” and to find a place of neutrality with anything that is causing you distress or worry. This energy asks you to find rest in the stillness that subtly surrounds you, to embrace the small pleasures that life has to offer, and to consider where you might provide yourself with more wiggle room to enjoy the view from where you are on the journey.

AQUARIUS, you are likely celebrating the progress of something you started in May of last year, which may pertain to your home, but it also may refer to a project or creation that you designed entirely from scratch. You are preparing to move into a deeply creative season, one in which you will be asked to expand beyond your comfort zone and test the limits of your creative consciousness. This will be a year for you to dance like no one’s watching and to create for yourself rather than the approval or applause of others. This full moon invites you to remember the beginning stages of things that are now familiar to you—things that you have cultivated over time to become something sturdy and reliable. You may be reflecting on how you’ve changed through that growth process and may be addressing feelings of confusion or distrust, perhaps in your financial world. You may feel emotionally attached to money more than usual in this brief time; you’re encouraged to soften any nervousness so that your inspiration and vision for future plans do not get abandoned. You may feel as if there is something you’re forgetting, something you are not doing, that has to be done if you are to reap the benefits of this moon. This energy instructs you to keep dreaming and keep dreaming big; make time to embrace your creativity without expectations for it to move through you in a specific way. You are called to keep showing up authentically and truthfully in your creative efforts and social communities. Allow the opinions of others to melt away, and do not act to win their approval. The dreams that you cultivate without the influence of external input are precious and should be deeply treasured. Commit yourself to sharing your truth and fall into a dance with your creative essence.

PISCES, with Jupiter being your ruling planet, this can feel like quite a pivotal moment for you. You’re likely celebrating a year of learning, a time in which you’ve been discovering the power of using your voice, speaking your truth, and entertaining your ideas. You may be reawakening a dream within you, one that feels deeply connected to who you are. A vision may be materializing, and you are likely preparing to realize it through inspired action, but you’re advised not to become stuck in creating the perfect environment to do so. You may find yourself acknowledging and appreciating the ways in which your conscious mind has transformed; perhaps you have done quite a lot of work this past year to train yourself to think differently. This moon is broadening the horizon and is likely inviting you to apply your new ways of thinking to the beginning of something, as you may find yourself establishing some new foundations in the next twelve months or so, or you will start many new projects that have the potential to become something much bigger. There’s a possibility of overwhelm under this influence; you might find yourself becoming overstimulated by the bigness of whatever it is you are envisioning or dreaming of, which may cause you to retreat to a place of avoidance or self-isolation. To reap the benefits of this moon, you’re invited to dream without any consideration of the practicality of it all—allow yourself to imagine where you feel yourself being called to, even if you may have doubts about the actualization of them. Finding a place of neutrality with the things that confuse you may help you find the clarity you’re looking for. Allow yourself to dream.

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