Beaver Blood Moon Lunar Eclipse in Taurus

Astrology by Lisa Stardust

What happens during a lunar eclipse?

A lunar eclipse occurs when the sun, full moon, and earth are in a near-perfect alignment with each other. 

What is a Blood Moon? 

The blood moon is symbolic energy based on the aspect of a lunar eclipse when the earth is exactly aligned between the sun and moon. The sun's color brings a reddish-orange color to the moon, which is super intensified.

What does it represent?

This is a heightening of our intuition and emotions, as it’s an extremely potent full moon. 

When can I see the lunar eclipse? 

This is the longest partial lunar eclipse of the century and in the past 600 years. It will be at its peak on November 19 at 12:57 AM PT and 3:57 AM ET. 

Here's where the Beaver Moon gets its nickname.

According to The Old Farmer's Almanac, this is a time when beavers begin to take shelter in their lodges or dams for the upcoming winter season. 

What does the lunar eclipse in Taurus mean, astrologically speaking?

Venus, the planet that governs love and money, began its pre-retrograde journey in Capricorn on November 17. The retrograde officially commences on December 19. Being that Venus is the planet that rules over the zodiac sign Taurus (the sign that the Moon will be in during the lunar eclipse), we can expect to experience delays in how we process information, intuition, and our emotions. 

The day of the eclipse, Venus and Uranus retrograde will connect, adding financial and romantic erraticism to the overall energy. Jupiter and Pluto add intensity to the overall nature. Jupiter expands sentiments, while Pluto pushes for change. The result can be groundbreaking, but that may not be a good thing. If you’re looking to have a different outlook on our deepest heartfelt emotions, then it will help us do that. Mostly, it’s asking us to decide what we want to invest our time and energy in. Is the effort worth the work? Or, is the juice worth the squeeze? 

The fixed star Caput Algol (known as “Medusa’s Head”) links up with the moon, creating emotional havoc. As long as we don’t resort to acting in extremities and find a calm center, we can use this energy to implement growth. 

What rituals do astrologers recommend trying during the eclipse?

A Blood Moon eclipse is a wonderful time to connect with your ancestors. Clean and clear your altars, light white candles to evoke their spirits, and present them with flowers to show your appreciation. 

Lunar eclipses are times in which we have to let go of things that are no longer serving our highest good. Therefore, it’s advised to do heavy cleaning around the home and to throw out items that you don’t want. Donate them to charity. 

Do something nice for yourself. Take yourself out to an indulgent meal or to treat yourself to a massage. Have a healing bath with flowers, herbs, and Epsom salt to rejuvenate your body. This is a time of self-care, which is why it’s important to treat your body and self like a temple. 

Light pink or green candles and set up a vase of pink roses to evoke and honor Venusian energy. Give the goddess of love and money the respect she deserves with a simple act of gratitude. 

The lunar eclipse has a message for each zodiac sign.

Each sun sign will be affected by the eclipse on November 19 differently, according to astrologers. Meditate on one of the below mantras, depending on your sun sign, as part of your lunar eclipse ritual. 

Aries

You are the one who calls the shots in your life, which means that you only answer to yourself. 

Taurus 

Be selfish with love: Shift your heart’s focus and give yourself the TLC that you crave. 

Gemini 

As long as you know who you are, it shouldn’t be hard to figure out where you’re going. 

Cancer 

Friends are showing their true colors, which will make you want to disconnect for a moment. 

Leo 

Don’t swim against the tides that are coming towards you, opt to move with the currents. 

Virgo 

Thinking outside the box will allow you to shift and evolve the perspectives that you’ve grown up with. 

Libra 

As long as you center yourself, change and growth won’t throw your footing off balance. 

Scorpio 

As one relationship closes, another fruitful partnership comes to fruition at this time. 

Sagittarius 

You don’t have to take on the weight of the world to prove that you’re strong and stealth. 

Capricorn 

Creativity runs through your heart and veins, urging you to show your art to the world.

Aquarius 

The ground may feel shaky, which is why it’s best to root yourself in your fundamental beliefs. 

Pisces 

Connect with those you love to ensure that you’re not swimming through life alone.

WITCH TIPS & HOROSCOPES 11/3-11/9

Astrology by Lisa Stardust

WITCH TIPS

The New Moon in Scorpio occurs on November 4 and is going to shake up our lives. The same day, rebellious Uranus, who is retrograde in Taurus, opposes the Sun, awakening our wildest sentiments. Mercury enters Scorpio on November 5, awakening our deepest desires and intuition. Tender Venus enters Capricorn on November 5 (Venus will be in Capricorn until March due to the upcoming retrograde). Mercury and Venus gently connect on November 6, heightening passions and sensualities. 

Aries 

This week demands TLC, as your power and desire may make you say things to those you care about that aren’t nice and kind. With impulsivity buzzing in the aether, it's important that you think before about what you’re wanting to express before bluntly stating it to avoid intense confrontations. 

Taurus 

It’s time to turn over a new leaf with those you care about. This means letting go of past issues and starting fresh. Allowing others the chance and opportunity to prove themselves to you will have positive effects on the relationship, as it will take you both to amazing heights.

Gemini 

Your mind is racing a million miles per minute and you are focusing on all of the things that need to get done instead of taking care of yourself. Don’t get too caught up in your own world that you forget to smell the roses — that’s important to do.

Cancer 

Romance is in the air, but this tender feeling may be short lived if you don’t let go of your relationship fears. You’re the one holding yourself back from your happily-ever-after ending. Instead of dwelling about past issues and arguments, focus on the present and lean into the good vibes. 

Leo 

Negative sentiments may hold you back from attaining your visions. If you are able to let go of the gloomy outlook, you’ll be able to change the way you feel. Don’t hold onto old fears and ways of thinking, they are only holding you back. Bring in a positive mindset.

Virgo 

Think of your heart as a garden that needs to be tended to regularly. The more love you give, the stronger this muscle becomes. However, it can easily be depleted of energy if it’s not cared for. Instead of giving unconditionally, make sure you’re receiving to balance out the energy.

Libra 

Your confidence will be heightened, due to the fact that you’re shedding the fake exterior you put on for others to see and being true. Living from an authentic place and space will allow you to appreciate all the fabulous and unique things about yourself — which others will love. 

Scorpio 

Emotions are high this week, which is why it’s best to lower the flame and simmer down before confronting someone about a situation that upset you. Giving yourself time to chill out before asserting yourself will be helpful in allowing you to not elevate the energy on a combustible matter.

Sagittarius 

Biting your tongue in silence is hard for you to do, especially when you’re feeling as though others are being salty to you. This week, the words you choose as a defense mechanism can come out extra harsh, which is why it’s ideal to ignore all the haters and negativity.

Capricorn 

Your reflective nature is making you look back at the past with a cynical heart and mind. Remember that what’s done is done. Let the lessons you’ve learned help you to become the best version of yourself, rather than using it as a crutch to not move on and grow.

Aquarius 

Tensions in relationships will escalate, creating roadblocks that will require work. Instead of trying to break down walls to get through to others, try a little tenderness in your approach. You’ll be surprised by how far you can get if you change the way you handle yourself in emotional situations. 

Pisces 

The pressure that you put on yourself to be perfect is causing you to experience  burnout. Rather than taking on more projects, allow yourself to have some time to rest. If you’re exhausted then the quality of work you produce won’t be up to par and neither will your mindset.

WITCH TIPS & HOROSCOPES 10/27-11/2/2021

Astrology by Lisa Stardust 

WITCH TIPS

Happy Samhain, Halloween, and Dia de los Muertos!

Venus, who’s in Sagittarius, harmonizes with Jupiter, who’s in Aquarius, on October 28 and brings our tender sentiments to the surface of our consciousness. Mars enters Scorpio on October 30, allowing us to take action and make decisions on an intuitive level. The Scorpio Sun and Saturn, who’s in Aquarius, square off on October 30. This will have an intense effect on our confidence. Be gentle with yourselves and others on the 30th! Mercury connects with Jupiter on November 1, then shares a fraught aspect with Pluto, who’s in Capricorn (the third time these planets squared off this season, the other occurrences were September 22 and October 1). This will make communication tense and frustrating. Use your words wisely and with compassion.

Aries

Embrace your inner strength and stand up against those who aim to bring you down. Your bravery, humility, and kindness will help you to channel the energy of the collective and of yourself. Before you know it, you’ll be able to assert your will and sentiments unapologetically while honoring yourself.

Taurus 

Let your intuition guide you in making the best career decisions that will help to elevate your status. As long as you stay true to the vision that you want to put out there, you’ll be able to attain all the goals, dreams, and aspirations that you have always wanted.

Gemini 

Never one to hold onto the boundaries that are set in place, you’re learning to respect the limits set upon you in relationships and uphold the boundaries that you set forth for others. Remember, it takes two to tango. You have to respect and play by the rules as well.

Cancer 

Power struggles with others may bring you down this week. All you can do is learn how to handle conflict — especially with those that you care about. Rather than holding back on your emotions then erupting, you’ll find better tactics to express how you feel in a loving way. 

Leo 

This week calls for personal reflection in order to understand the best roads to navigate in the upcoming days. It’s not that you’re unsure of how to move forward, but you want to align yourself with something that ignites the higher minded parts of yourself that speaks to your heart. 

Virgo 

Sometimes you are too fair, which can be difficult if you're being wronged. Even in the face of adversity, the best thing to do is to handle matters in an authentic manner. Then you can walk away from the matter knowing that you gave it your all and did your best.

Libra 

Abundance and prosperity comes to those who are willing to make essential financial changes. Although it’s been a while since you’ve been able to attain monetary gain, this week opens up the roads to personal success and heightens your bank account. Financial growth and wellness can happen, now that you’re ready. 

Scorpio 

With your confidence at a high, there is nothing that you can’t achieve. Now that you are willing and wanting to make a big splash into the deep end of the ocean, you will be able to seek out all the objectives and desires that you want on a deep level.

Sagittarius

You’ve been relying on fate and destiny to bring your dreams to light. However, the most important and essential ingredient in any spell is you. As long as you are clear with your aims and desires, it’ll be easier for you to move towards personal merit and success this week.

Capricorn 

Stop trying to fight and resist the changes that are happening in your world. The moment you lean into them and accept these situations, you’ll be able to move along and flow easily with them. An open heart and mind will guide you along the way in your personal journey. 

Aquarius 

You are in the midst of a huge metamorphosis that will heal your life. The sweet spot is at the end of the week and allows you to salve old emotional wounds and mend your broken heart. Use this time to your advantage and give yourself TLC through the process. 

Pisces 

Augmenting and correcting bad habits can be harder than it looks, which is why this week calls for you to make a plan on how you want to change the problems and make them better. Don’t put too much pressure on yourself in how you transform. Take it day-by-day, Pisces.

Welcome Scorpio Season 2021!

From October 23- November 21st, this is a period of death & rebirth. At this time, our life force withdraws from the world of activity and goes inward. Scorpio’s energy is: passionate, intense, destructive, regenerative, and feminine. This is a fixed water sign and Scorpio represents the urge to sink deeply into the depths of emotional experience and to destroy old structures in order to make room for the new to emerge.

How to work with scorpion energy: Work to eliminate old habits and behaviors that have been holding you back. Issues that involve control/power can also arise now and emotional patterns and conditions stemming from childhood or past lifetimes. psychological counseling can be helpful during this period.”- Skye Alexander, Magickal Astrology There is no shame in taking necessary steps to providing balance and tranquility for your mental health. Scorpio is also associated with magick of all types: this sign is the ruler of the genitals so sex magick, and occult power, as well as the hidden realms are at the forefront. It’s no surprise that many pagan holidays celebrating the life cycles of death and rebirth I.e Samhain, Halloween and Dia de Los Muertos fall within Scorpio season.

Use this time for magical workings pertaining to sexuality, divination, journeying, and prosperity rituals crystals: obsidian, and garnet.

Here are the key dates for Scorpio Season:

• The Sun enters Scorpio on October 23, igniting our intuition, emotions, and drive to achieve the impossible. Transformation and change is in the air, move towards personal growth if you can. 

• Action planet Mars moves into Scorpio on October 30, pushing us to assert our energy towards our desires. 

• The New Moon in Scorpio occurs on November 4 ignites our passions.

• Mercury dives into Scorpio on November 5, allowing us to lean into our intuition and to embrace our gut feelings. 

• Venus dances into Capricorn on November 5, urging us to focus on taking our finances and relationships seriously. 

• The lunar eclipse in Taurus occurs on November 19. This lumnation will give us the strength to move towards what we love. 

WITCH TIPS & HOROSCOPES 10/20-10/26

Astrology by Lisa Stardust for TheHoodwitch.com

WITCH TIPS

The week starts off with a fraught Full Moon in Aries on October 20 that brings major changes to our lives. Mars, who’s in Libra, squares off with Pluto, who’s in Capricorn, on October 22. This powerful astrological aspect will create power struggles and drama with others. The Sun moves into Scorpio on October 23, allowing everyone to dive deep within themselves and evolve over the next 30 days. Venus, who’s in Sagittarius, and Neptune, who’s retrograde in Pisces, square off on October 26. Dreaminess, exhaustion, sensitivity, and paranoia in love will exist as a result. 

Aries 

We live in a material world, which is a sentiment that’s consuming your energies. When the Sun shifts into Scorpio on October 23, the focus will be on how you can use your power and status to attain your goals. Rather than fixate on how to rule the world, use the planetary alignments to implement change within yourself and the world. Being influential doesn’t mean having money and being bossy, it means having the ability to make changes that can benefit everyone — not just you. 

Taurus 

It’s always good to check in on existing contracts that are in the works. Call your friends and arrange for a friendly get together when the Sun glides into Scorpio on October 23. Suggest an activity like a yoga class or lunch date a few miles out of town to connect with your pals. Use this time to discuss everything that’s been going on and share details of your life. Let those who are close to you into your world and feel your love.

Gemini 

Slowing down isn’t in your nature, but it will allow you to stay what you mean when you feel it, instead of impulsively stating unverified facts that can hurt others. Also, it gives you the chance to make the best decisions possible (that is if you choose to analyze the situations thoroughly). By the end of the week, you will have the opportunity to contemplate your next moves and think before you take action in pursuing your goals. This will secure a victorious triumph for you.

Cancer 

Scorpio season awakens your tender heart from its temporary slumber. The moment the Sun glides into Scorpio on October 23 is when you’ll begin to feel the intense emotional shift that heightens your sentimental vibes. You’ll want to take risks in putting your feelings out in the open and expressing your desires to others. Don’t be afraid to seek the love that you deserve this month. Rather than being lost in a dream, try to find the emotions and frequency that aligns with your vibe. 

Leo 

Your personal life is heating up. Being the vivacious lion that you are, it won’t go unnoticed. When the Sun moves into Scorpio on October 23, you’ll begin to implement extra self-care into your regular routine. This means taking more cat naps throughout the day, disconnecting from the drama, and adorning your claws with beautiful nail art. Boundaries are the only thing that’s getting in the way of having peace of mind. Double up on protecting your energetic realm by setting important and necessary limits. 

Virgo

The problem with not letting your mind rest and disengaging from obstacles that present themselves is that you are focusing too much on things that aren’t important. These are only minor obstacles. Allot yourself the chance to see the bigger picture. Don’t overthink matters too much and set yourself up for self-sabotage. Stop analyzing everything and everyone, Virgo. The moment you gain a distant perspective, the easier it will be to see situations with a clearer lenses. Consider this before becoming stressed or upset. 

Libra 

Use this week’s cosmic shifts to attain your aspirations — you know, the ones that you had in your youth that have been put on the back burner for years. This will lead you towards personal fulfillment and happiness because you are living out your dreams (minus the minor detour that you took for a minute). The more you connect with the visions that you wanted years ago and the person you believed you could be, the sweeter it will be when they come your way.

Scorpio

When you get a sense of a situation, you rarely debate your sentiments and trust your gut instincts. That is, until now. You’re starting to second guess yourself. This will lead you to investigate matters thoroughly to get to the bottom of the matter. It’s not that you’re unwilling to believe what is being shown to you, it’s more that you don’t want to. You’d rather believe in the dream — even though it’s not real, as the truth will prove to be stranger than fiction.

Sagittarius 

This week gives you the opportunity to restart your cash flow and discuss your spending habits with a confidant. This will give you the chance to set realistic financial goals and live nicely on the allotted budget in order to have extra money to spend on the upcoming seasonal holidays. When you go shopping for presents, purchase meaningful and sentimental gifts that will lift the spirits of those you’re giving it to. The cost doesn’t matter as long as it’s from the heart.

Capricorn 

I Committing to a cause that you believe in well value to feel as though you are helping others, making headway in their personal aspirations, and fulfilling a part of your self that has felt empty. Use this week as a chance to align with organizations or projects that speak to your heart. Doing so will make you feel good so you are a part of a bigger picture that helps others heal, grow, change, and be the best version of themselves.

Aquarius

You’re finally making headway with your boss, peers, and family members by getting the positive praise and feedback that you have wanted to hear for the past few months. The caveat is that you are finding that all that glitters isn’t necessarily gold when it comes to your goals, objectives, and relationships (mostly because you are longing to focus more on your personal life at the moment) which is why you will be reassessing and reflecting on your plans for the future.

Pisces 

The Sun’s ingress into Scorpio calls for you to investigate life’s mysteries — particularly situations that are affecting your relationships. You can’t easily let matters go, that is until you’ve found answers that resonate with your line of thinking. What you find out may be disheartening, resulting in  tensions rising with others. Before you take the argument to the next level, ask yourself if the punishment fits the crime? If not, you may opt to forgive and forget. 

The Virgo New Moon

September 6 brings the Virgo New Moon. This luminary forms an exact connection with the planet Uranus, which is retrograde in Taurus. Our emotions will heighten, as well as our moods. Therefore, we can expect erratic sentiments that seem out of our control to take hold of our hearts and minds. We all want to feel something new, but the fact of the matter is that we should apply it to our lives in a practical way that can benefit our future. 

The energy can prove to be refreshing when it comes to taking calculated risks, seeking mild adventures, and applying it to inventive creative outlets. Because our minds are seeing things from a different perspective, the artist within us is blooming and wanting to come out.

Neptune, who’s retrograde in Pisces, widely opposes this luminary and sprinkles a little uncertainty in the overall vibe. This will make us feel anxiety ridden and unable to trust our intuition fully, as well as adding lethargy or exhaustion to the day. We may even pick up on the energy of others, which will make us think that  we cannot attain our dreams. Don’t let doubt hold you back. Take a step back to consider where the fears and emotions we are feeling are ours, or if they are projections from people who are in our personal orb. 

The same day, Venus, who’s in Libra, connects with Jupiter, who’s retrograde in Aquarius. This will give our magic a lot of power. Mars, who’s in Virgo, aspects Pluto, who’s retrograde in Capricorn, giving us the strength to push through the ambiguity. Therefore, it’s a potent time for manifestation, as long as our minds are calm and collected when setting intentions. 

The Sabian Symbol for the New Moon is “A Fine Lace Handkerchief, Heirloom From Valorous Ancestors.” Honoring the past is important to do while embracing exciting new dreams. Keep in mind that your ancestors are helping you attain your goals. Give them love and respect when setting intentions and manifesting New Moon visions. The fixed star Dubhe offers us courage, perseverance, and certainty to embrace our passions — even though we may doubt how we can attain them. Words of advice: Get out of your head and believe in yourself. 

This lumnation is activating the energy from the lunar eclipse in Sagittarius which occurred on June 5, 2020 and the solar eclipse in Gemini that occurred on June 10, 2021. The universe is checking in to make sure we aren’t veering from the righteous path we started to walk down then and living our truths. 

*The Virgo New Moon occurs on September 6 at 5:52 PM PDT and 8:52 PM EDT.

New Moon Ritual:

The ritual is to allow us to to create  abundance and creativity, by giving us the motivation and inspiration to work through the Neptunian haze. 

Ingredients: 

1 Yellow Candle

1 Teaspoon of Honeysuckle Petals 

1 Quartz Crystal 

Rosemary Oil 

Directions:

Anoint the candle with a few drops of rosemary oil, then roll the candle in honeysuckle petals. 

Set your intention by writing it down on a piece of paper. Visualize your desires. Meditate on them. 

Place the paper with your intentions under a bowl with water in it. 

Put the candle in the bowl and light it. 

Set the Crystal next to the bowl as the candle burns. 

The incentive here is for the Crystal to be charged with the energy manifested, to use at a later date when you need clarity and confidence.