Sunday, October 12, 2014

Last Quarter and Balsamic Moon

Monday October 13 With this Gemini Moon the energy we invest in invisible, behind-the-scenes assistance seems to free us from old pressures. At 11:58 am, MT, the Moon goes void of course until late this afternoon. While she is clearing off the open, honest communication of Gemini, spiritual associations can fill our minds with symbols or metaphors correlating to some creative endeavor. When Gemini is vertically-oriented to the inner realms, it has access to many ideas which stimulate the creative mind. At 5:30 pm, the Moon moves into the natural support of Cancer. As the day ends we can instinctively fool around with the fresh thoughts which have filled our minds and be inspired anew. Tuesday October 14 This Cancer Moon provides deep insight into personal responses to instincts and images provided by the helping mind. Mental pictures contain hidden information worth teasing out. This may feel like confronting a creative void, but the longer one faces darkness, the more it draws one in. Surprisingly there may be something ripe to show up, something like a godsend. To appreciate the flow of images which might get uncorked, it could be necessary to find an innovative way to combine them. This can create a sense of cooperation with assisting spirits. Cancer can bring together people and things in need of each other. Wednesday October 15 With this Cancer Moon several pleasing subliminal perceptions bubble up though some may not blend well with others’ spiritual or emotional views. A lesson for the day may be about having the courage to be oneself and get away from group pressures. At 1:12 pm, MT, the Moon enters her last quarter phase. This calls for a commitment to follow one’s personal standards when it comes to new growth and dramatically or enthusiastically usher in changes over the next four days. Our minds might see things in a new light, and, no matter the obstacles, it’s best to respond to feelings. The Moon goes void of course at 5:27 pm, until tomorrow morning. While she pours off what’s left of Cancer, we can be inspired by vital, underlying forces which move us onward. Thursday October 16 The Moon is in Leo, offering an air of self-reliance in the act of showmanship. Standing up for one’s views about the role of evolving within the context of cultural expectations can provide a greater understanding of the present reality. Different images may be needed for different places. Exchanges of words today may be direct, blunt, and forward-oriented. Retrograde Mercury begins a new cycle with the Sun this afternoon about expressing an unusual capacity, and there’s a blast of motivation to do this. We may encounter some fun activity later in the day which helps to release any deep tensions and perhaps bends some oppressive rules. Friday October 17 This Leo Moon is accompanied by a burst of new spiritual vitality, triggered by a way to express the deeper meanings of life. We may deviate from the norm, weaving drama and fun into the shifts we’re making. Enthusiasm and spreading high feelings to all encountered bring the kind of joy that cannot be resisted. Circulating happiness can be a source of comfort and support for those included. We have the choice to build bridges by being more compliant and agreeable while paying more attention to details. Listen to MoonWise tomorrow on the worldwide web at ksfr.org from 2:00 to 2:30 pm, MT, for the weekend Moon Minute. Weekend October 18 and 19 The Leo Moon is void of course since early morning until late this afternoon. While she is snuffing off the exuberance of Leo, we can deepen our heart’s resolve to become more self-aware and, if called for, make changes. At 5:08 pm, MT, the Moon moves into the scrupulous analysis of Virgo. There’s increased sensitivity to thoughts about spiritual guidance and subtle influences from nature’s realm. On Sunday the Virgo in us will want access to this inner magic. A hike into the wildness to gather examples of nature’s hidden ways can be satisfying. At 4:13 pm, the Moon enters her balsamic phase when there’s a need to bring together practically everything to come up with fresh approaches, or even a new vision for the future.