Leo Moon ~ 10-12 May 2019

The Moon travels into lively and extroverted Leo and the 3rd House of communication at 6:14 AM PDT today, 10 May 2019 suggesting that we may need to be the center of attention for the next few days. Communication with others is favored and whether you’re the source of the information, or it’s from others, Leo’s playful energy will keep the conversation interesting. At least until the Moon’s aspects begin their influence. The chart is below:

Chart Information

• Mode ~ Initiating and active Cardinal energies are striking a balance with more stable Fixed energies. With Mutable energies in a weakened position, adaptation may be challenging.
• Elements ~ Earth (practical matters) dominates with Fire (will) a close second mirroring Cardinal and Fixed energies.
• Ray ~ 4th (Harmony through Conflict) governing imagination and balance; 7th (Ceremonial Order and Magic) governing organization.
• Sign ~ Earthy Taurus dominates the Sign influences indicating structure, grounding, and a common-sense approach.
• House ~ Endings are in play with the 12 House in primary influence.
• Quadrants ~ 4th Quadrant is strongest suggesting a need to dominate the stage. Of course, that either works or it doesn’t. The Eastern Hemisphere reinforces.
• Retrograde ~ Ceres at 14° Sag affecting nurturing self and others; Jupiter on 4/10 at 24° Sag fostering an inward focus; Pluto at 23° Cap reinforcing Jupiters inward, reflective focus.
• I Ching/Human Design ~ 5/10 – Gate 62 (Preponderance of the Small) Line 2 (Restraint) indicating a disciplined focus on details; 5/11 – Gate 31 (Influence) Gate 5 (Self-Righteousness) indicating the tendency toward self-assertion. This aligns with the 4th Quadrant’s need to dominate.
• Lunar Phase ~ Crescent, waxing

Aspects

Current aspects with the Moon involve squares, trines, oppositions, and sextiles, all having a medium influence on us over the next lunar period. Two squares with Uranus (Orb 3°31′ Applying) and Venus (Orb 5°53′ Separating) suggest that expressing feelings may be difficult for the next few days and our attempts to stand out may be met with resistance if we’re unable to express ourselves in a loving manner. Make an effort to see all sides and respect all perspectives.

Intuition is strong during this lunar period but so are emotions and an opposition with Pluto (Orb 6°54′ Separating) may foster conflict with others. However, a sextile with the Ascendent (Taurus, Orb 1°53′ Applying) may provide a more practical and responsive influence. The Moon trine Chiron (Orb 4°29′ Applying) supports the healer within. Begin there.

Magickal Workings

Sunday is Mother’s Day, and it might be nice to perform rituals between now and then that foster harmony and love. Saturn’s energy can be used to ground any unwanted feelings that might interfere with a family get-together and with emotions in flux, it might be a good idea to add something for communication as well. Maybe some citrine on the altar or ritual workspace would be of assistance there.

Trance work should be helpful to bring a sense of balance or calm and the witch should make use of such to prepare the way for a positive and loving experience. Perhaps some influencing within the trance state can be useful. But if difficult people are in attendance, forget simple protection and have a binding spell at the ready. Throw caution to the wind, or the interloper out. But above all, protect Mom from the confused who forget themselves. It’s her day. Period.

It’s not easy when emotions are in flux, especially when we need to express ourselves well. We’re pulled in different directions both emotionally and energetically and it’s difficult to find our center and express ourselves without offending someone. And when we’re with family, they know our trigger points and it’s not uncommon for at least one person in the crowd to take great delight at pushing our buttons, especially if we’re emotional.

So, if spending time with family this weekend, remember why you’re doing so. Check everything else at the door and walk through with a loving mindset. Remember that your Mother loves you and that you love her. And then spend the day with the woman who gave you life. Love, laugh, then love and laugh some more.

Until next time…

Lunar Blessings!