Crescent and First Quarter Moon

September 17 Monday
The Crescent Moon moved into Sagittarius at 6:21 am, MDT. Like her, we can take in more light or understanding of behaviors to be reinforced while shedding some old, stagnating comforts. Such a path may not be well-lit, but if action with intention is taken, markers, or signposts can appear. There’s cosmic support to begin something new. Yet indiscriminate action can lead to frustration or even indignation. Think before you do anything; observe the situation; and pick up on vital signs, on how the circumstances might unfold. Alertness and enthusiasm can help set a course of action.

September 18 Tuesday
This morning’s Sagittarius Moon offers a greater awareness of how we can be trapped in re-occurring patterns, as well as the courage to venture into new territory. Choosing to break away from the past impulsively, if not tempered by self-discipline, can bring some jarring consequences today, as there is some jolting energy about this afternoon. Extricate yourself from restrictive settings. Foresight coupled with creative interpretations of spiritual principles and inspiration can be helpful, especially those having to do with the interdependence of everything in our world.

September 19 Wednesday
The Sagittarius Moon enters her first quarter phase at 10:48 am, MDT. There is lots of tension around this time that can explode into spontaneous action or vacillate in too much self-involvement or self-importance. Find the path that feeds the imagination and exposes you to new experiences. At 10:48, the Moon also goes void of course until this evening. During this period the Moon is putting out the flames of adventurous Sagittarius, building bridges in our minds. Become an armchair traveler, searching within for ways to grow. At 5:52 pm, the Moon moves into industrious Capricorn.

September 20, Thursday
This first quarter Capricorn Moon offers us the discipline and focus needed to adhere to the task of eliminating old forms of behavior that restrict joy, or of cultivating and exhibiting one’s finer points without hubris. Capricorn can get sucked in by social conventions. Today there are opportunities to break away from those stale social traditions that hinder attaining an inner vision of self-mastery. We can achieve a quantum leap in our personal relationship with the cosmos as we have experienced it. Capricorn calls forth the wise fool in us today that knows all the answers yet challenges the rules.

September 21 Friday
After a deeply intense night, perhaps in dreams or mental agonizing, the Capricorn Moon may find us seeking refuge from some developing mental pictures. They are there to assist us in taking strategic, constructive actions, not destructive ones. Take time for some passive reflection about what to hold back on and what to pursue, on where to concentrate your energies. By stilling your mind for awhile, you may suddenly see the connecting patterns that guide you forward with confidence. Listen to MoonWise tomorrow on the worldwide web at ksfr.org from 1:00 to 1:30 pm, MDT, for the weekend Moon Minute.

September 22 Saturday
The Moon moved in Aquarius early this morning, and the Sun moves into Libra early Sunday morning. With these air signs emphasized over the weekend we may be keenly aware of how the shape of our lives is influenced by social interactions. At 6:09 am, MDT, Sunday, the Moon enters her gibbous phase. By this time in the cycle we may have pinpointed an ideal expression of some sort of involvement, and it is important to systematically and selectively organize the various factors that fulfill the requirements of that personal vision without overlooking the impact of the present collective condition.

New Moon and Crescent Moon

September 10 Monday
The symbolism of Monday’s dark Virgo Moon hidden by the light of the Sun suggests that we call upon whatever level of technical proficiency we’ve attained to guide us through our daily tasks on automatic pilot. Certain subconscious patterns or psychological blockages may be highlighted by this lunar-solar relationship. The sun’s brilliance points out entrances to the inner sanctum of our soul as if in preparation for the Moon’s upstaging performance at the eclipse tomorrow morning. Be on the look out for contradictions and cross purposes within yourself as well as with others.

September 11 Tuesday
At 6:44 am, MDT, we have a new Moon in Virgo, eclipsing the Sun, initiating a theme of competitive performance within the context of group consciousness that displays and contributes to human excellence. With this eclipse at the Moon’s south node we are challenged to eliminate small-minded egotistical impulses, isolated personal indulgences, or hubris that hinder our connection to community. Find ways to circulate among others today as if you are their dancing partner. Notice how smoothly or roughly you do this. And do you impose your moves, or do you sense and give into the rhythm of interaction?

September 12 Wednesday
The Moon moves into Libra at 5:31 am, MDT, seeking to stabilize any highs and lows that may have shown up with yesterday’s eclipse. Libra calls for equilibrium, and during this new phase of the Moon’s we may find ourselves jumping into something over our heads. Social and emotional responsibilities may clash with a personal need to move beyond one’s usual capabilities. We can temper these clashes with Libra’s graceful and diplomatic social approaches. Libra offers us a sense of serenity and gently nudges us into the process of integrating oneself into the greater social whole.

September 13 Thursday
Thursday’s Libra Moon shares a sense of social sensitivity with us. Others may seem to understand us, and we them. Conversations might sound like a mutual admiration contest. We may appreciate and accept new ideas with this common receptiveness to what is being communicated, and we may be willing, out of curiosity, to take time out to experiment with the pros and cons of an enticing activity, even if what is suggested might have questionable standards. There may be an opportunity to face up to some kind of corruption, by creatively bringing in new possibilities.

September 14 Friday
Friday morning’s Libra moon gives us the overall view on both sides of the fence of what’s been taking shape since Tuesday’s new Moon. We may clearly see the comforts of the past and the gifts of the future. When the Moon goes void of course from 10:10 am, MDT, until late this afternoon, relax, escape from your usual reality, and ponder present choices. At 5:37 pm, the Moon moves into Scorpio, helping us investigate the shifting boundaries of current situations. Listen to MoonWise tomorrow on the worldwide web at ksfr.org from 1:00 to 1:30 pm, MDT, for the weekend Moon Minute.

September 15 Saturday
At 8:33 this morning, MDT, the Scorpio Moon entered her crescent phase. It’s time to anticipate what the results of staying with old familiar habits will be. There’s danger in stagnation, and there is danger in moving into unfamiliar territory. Will you take a stand and thrust yourself into grappling with change no matter how ambivalent it seems? On Sunday try to playfully turn your world inside out or upside down. Think of it as a puzzle. Subvert your normal activities. Do the evening first. Get a little weird, or a lot. At 5:40 pm, Sunday evening the Moon voids herself of Scorpio until tomorrow morning, perfect for an abnormal night.