Astrology by Lisa Stardust

The Super Full Sturgeon Moon in Aquarius occurs on August 1 at 11:31 AM PT and  2:31 PM ET. This is the first Full Moon of the month, the second one is happening on August 30. Since it’s the second Full Supermoon of 2023, we will experience the lunation on a deeper and more spiritual level, because the Moon is in perigee (which means that it’s in closer proximity to the Earth than usual). With both the Delta Aquariids and Alpha Capricornids meteor showers in full gear, it’s prime time for us all to manifest our dreams and ignite our desires.

The Full Moon in Aquarius squares expansive and lucky planet Jupiter, who is currently in Taurus. The lunation also links up with the asteroid Ceres, who’s in Libra. These astrological aspects will push us to take more risks when it comes to partnerships and friendships. Speaking from the heart is a sentiment that we’ll want to share with those we care about, as well as defining relationships. Like a revolving door, connections will come in and others will exit our lives — not forever, just temporarily, while we figure out what brings us happiness and joy on a personal level. 

The same day, Mercury in Virgo opposes Saturn retrograde in Pisces, while sharing a minor aspect with Pluto retrograde in Capricorn. Mars in Virgo trines Jupiter, then shares a minor connection with Pluto retrograde and the North Node of Destiny. This means that there will be frustrations around expressing heartfelt sentiments — even though it’s necessary. If we are feeling shy, the cosmos are giving us a push to let our emotions be known, seen, and heard.  Fortunately, both Mercury and Mars share a minor relationship with Chiron, who is retrograde in Aries, which helps us understand our hearts and others. Also, aiding in healing the past.  

FULL MOON RITUAL

Since this Full Moon is all about connection — it’s a wonderful time to tie up loose ends in relationships and reach out to people that you haven’t spoken to in a long time. Even if you don’t send the letter that you write, it’ll feel good to put your feelings out there into the universe. If you want to eradicate some sentiments for good, you can mail a handwritten letter to a fake address that doesn’t exist with no return address. That way you can release and let go of the emotions you’ve been holding onto. 

HOW THE FULL MOON WILL AFFECT YOU?

Aries 

Aligning with your hopes and aspirations will help you transform to align with your newly found passions. 

Taurus 

You’re defining your work and professional visions now, allowing you to emotionally connect with your career. 

Gemini 

Thinking outside-the-box will help you see situations and matters from a different perspective, offering you a new approach to handling them. 

Cancer 

Boundaries are important — not just for you, but for any relationship to grow — which is why you should adhere to them with others at all times. 

Leo 

Intimate relationships are a top priority for you, as you’re wanting to focus on them more than yourself. 

Virgo 

You're letting go of some habits that aren’t emotionally healthy and bringing in new activities that are. 

Libra 

You can express yourself through the art you make by creating images that speak of your feelings. 

Scorpio 

Connecting with your ancestors and family will boost your power and make you feel more aligned with your spirituality. 

Sagittarius 

It’s time to slow down and stop trying to take on every project that comes your way at the same time.

Capricorn 

Confidence is found within and isn’t a reflection of what others think about you or through materialism. 

Aquarius 

Your foundation is shifting, which is why you should be open to evolving and growing with the changes in your life.  

Pisces 

This is a time of personal reflection and contemplation about the past, present, and future.