New Moon In Gemini

Astrology by Lisa Stardust

The New Moon in Gemini occurs on June 6 at 5:37 AM PT and 8:37 AM ET. It’s the last New Moon of Spring and ushers in positive vibes. The Gemini New Moon is a glorious time to spread love, take a stand, and communicate our feelings to others.

The New Moon connects with Venus, Saturn, and the Nodes of Destiny. This is a fateful moment in which we communicate our desires and let them be known. The possibilities are infinite, and anything seems to happen. The caveat is that Saturn creates a square to the lunation, bringing roadblocks. Therefore, it’ll take effort and work to attain our goals — as long as we are down to give our visions all of our energy to come to fruition, we are golden. The lesson Saturn imparts upon us is to not give up on our dreams and ourselves — even if it takes time and requires patience.

The Gemini stellium (the Sun, Moon, Mercury, Venus, and Jupiter are in the air sign) asks us to choose wisely. Using our voices and thoughts to implement radical change will enhance and evolve our lives. The Venus Star Point (aka Venus Cazimi) and the Mercurial alignment with Jupiter from June 6 is ushering forward towards greatness. But, we may get stuck in a moment since the Venus Portal asks us to reflect on the events from June 2020. Think of ways to transform that moment in time and reclaim it. Gemini energy is mutable, so we can augment matters and situations to demonstrate our power and strength. 

The asteroid Juno and centaur Chiron link up with the New Moon, allowing us to heal partnerships — especially our relationship with ourselves. Balance, compassion, and understanding are crucial. The fixed star Rigel adds abundance and beauty to the New Moon's overall performance, positively impacting us.

Under this lunation, we should cleanse the roads ahead and utilize energy to our advantage. Take copal incense and cleanse your home with it. Open the windows and use the incense in the room's corners and doorways. This should detox the energy swiftly. Also, take a cup of water and invert it on a plate on the floor in the corners of the room for a week to dispel negativity. These activities will bring freshness and goodness to the mix, helping you jumpstart your endeavors on a great note.

Sensual Manifesting with the Taurus Full Moon

Artwork by Janet Hill

The sensual Taurus Full Moon occurs on November 12th. For the first time, in a while, we will all feel the healing and tender lunar energy of the Moon. This lovely luminary is a time to worship the body, heart, soul and spirit. Our sexual passions will be peaked, as well as our desire to create. 

The Moon is exalted in Taurus. Meaning, it loves to reside in the Bullish sign because the Moon loves to eat, drink, and be merry — all sentiments of Taurus, who is ruled by Venus. Mercury, who is retrograde in Scorpio, will allow us to transform and augment projects, goals, and relationships — even offering us the chance to rid ourselves of that which isn’t serving our highest purpose anymore. Saturn, Neptune, and Pluto all touch this luminary, making it an ideal time to manifest our dreams. The earthy Moon will use Saturn, Neptune, and Pluto to cleanse us of the past, making us feel reborn as a result. Mars and Jupiter also collide the same day as the Taurus Full Moon, giving us the determination and hope we need to move forward. These planets will act as a catalyst heighten our lust for live and sexual inclinations. 

The Sabian symbol for the Taurus Full Moon is “Wisps Of Winglike Clouds Streaming Across The Sky.” We can create the future by augmenting our present circumstances. We will be able to transcend, as long as we wash away old views. This luminary is high time to indulge our fantasies and yearnings. We are also called upon to purge our minds, hearts, and bodies of old dreams or visions we had — with the incentive of replacing them with the newer version. 

Through orgasmic and sacred sexual manifestation, we can visualize our dreams and put them into play. It will give us the motivation and energy to embrace the next phase of our lives and evolve. 

*The Full Moon occurs November 12th at 5:34AM PST and 8:34AM EST.

Taurus moon ritual

Place rose quartz and rose petals around your body. Eat a sweet decadent treat like chocolate or a truffle. Put on your most sensual outfit (like lingerie or a silk robe — anything that makes you feel amazing). Make a toast to honor (Taurus’s planetary ruler) with wine or champagne. Play some soft tunes. Light pink candles to honor Venus. Try to feel and connect with your body. Lay down under or by a window (if you’re adventurous go outside). Let the Moon’s energy consume you. Feel the lunar vibes take over your body. Place your hand on your heart to connect with your emotions. With your yoni or linga facing the Moon, start to pleasure yourself. As you start to climax, meditate on what you want to release and bring in to your life. Think about what you can let go of and start that will elevate your life to the next level. What you’ll find, is that you’re able to release all the negativity and toxins that are dormant in your body through your orgasms. You’ll be able to bring in positive energy and incentives for the future through orgasmic manifestation.