Full Moon in Aquarius – the article

On Aug. 9th at 3:55am EDT, the Full Moon becomes exact at 17 degrees of Aquarius-Leo. The Moon’s entry into Aquarius Thursday late evening (Aug. 7th) initiates the energetic build-up towards this Full Moon.

Oppositions always reflect back to the planets’ conjunction; we examine the progress made since that conjunction. For example, during a Full Moon, we look back to the previous New Moon (in this instance, July 24th) to assess what has evolved since then.

Here are the astrological highlights of this Full Moon chart:

We have several oppositions in this Full Moon chart, a “Kite” Configuration that involves all of the outer planets, and a “Rectangle” configuration. Sounds quite interesting and unusual, and that’s because it is!

But first, let’s talk about the Full Moon polarity: Here we have two oppositions in the same polarity: The Sun-Moon opposition, and a Mercury-Pluto opposition in Aquarius-Leo.

These oppositions highlight the power of our creativity as individuals and the exponential potency of collaboration. It invites us to reclaim ourselves and add our voice, heart, and hands to something meaningful.

Since Mercury is still in retrograde motion until August 11th, we may need to look back before we can move forward.

The invitation with this opposition is to dare to be different and to remember how we are all part of a larger whole. The highest quest of Leo leads to authentic Self-expression: to embody our gifts, shine our light, and live our truth.

The highest task of Aquarius, on the other hand, is the attainment of unity in diversity, where everyone’s uniqueness is honored and included.

When we align our heads with our hearts, we feel our interconnectedness with all of humanity and create and connect from love instead of fear.

Given that Leo represents our self-expression and Aquarius our vision for humankind, a question arises: How can we best balance these two energies? Or even integrate them?

We’ll seek answers to this question for the next two weeks, as we might become more aware that something is out of alignment.

All Full Moons have a shadow side — so let’s take a look at the shadow of both signs involved in this Full Moon — and please note that the shadow side of any sign is usually not as comfortable to look at or embrace…

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As always, with shadow aspects of ourselves, we need to beware of getting triggered and jumping to conclusions; we need to take time to respond rather than react.

Back to the shadow sides of this Full Moon — let’s start with Leo’s shadow side:

Leo’s shadow can show up as self-centeredness or narcissism — picture a child that cannot see beyond itself, is not aware of other people in the room, and cannot look past the current moment to the consequences down the line.

Ask yourself: Where in my life do I take things too personally? Have I ever created drama when I couldn’t see a way to possess what I desire? Where do I tend to be self-indulgent? What role does pride play?

The less self-connection and self-knowledge we possess, the more we depend on others for our identity.

To develop a healthy connection to our inner child, we must learn to keep an open heart and let ourselves be playful and creative. We must also learn to express our needs and desires to have open, authentic conversations with others, which requires courage and self-confidence.

So ask yourself: What if I expressed myself with 5% more courage? What might open up if I did that with my heart as my center? What might my world look like if I allowed my light to shine just 5% brighter?

Let’s look at Aquarius’s shadow side: this can show up when we get overly attached to the mind and its functions, especially idealized visions, rigid thinking about the future, etc. “Headiness” kicks in, and the mind’s activity reaches an all-time high.

The shadow side of Aquarius may hold lofty ideals but leave us clueless as to how to “be the change we wish to see in the world” — instead, we want others to be that change.

The classic setup here sees us disconnecting from inner moment-to-moment joy to improve our future, “humanity”, or “the world at large” — the latter two stem from Aquarius’s association with group consciousness and group-mind.

The shadow side of Aquarius thus expresses itself in herd mentality, where peer pressure can drive people to conform and react — often unconsciously.

Fear of rejection or ostracism might have us shy away from standing out, so ask yourself (and be honest with yourself here): How have I avoided following my heart so I can “keep in with the crowd” or a particular group of people? What might I change if I gave 5% less energy to fears of ridicule or rejection?

As mentioned earlier, this aspect is an invitation to balance and integrate the two polarities involved to bring about a brighter future for humankind, so ask yourself: What would it look like if I gave the go-ahead for that merger? What if I chose, right here and now, to contribute to humanity from a courageous, heart-centered, and authentic place? What if I simply chose that, right now?

It’s essential to be especially aware and responsible when connecting with others, so as best as you can, get present and ask yourself: What am I bringing forth? What are my intentions? Am I coming from love and the heart? Or fear and survival?

Now let’s take a look at some of the other, more interesting aspects of this Full Moon chart: 

Let’s start with the “Kite” Configuration that involves all of the outer planets. When one or more celestial bodies makes two Sextiles to two other planets that are part of a Grand Trine, we call this a “Kite” configuration in astrology.

This particular Kite configuration consists of a Grand Air Trine involving Mars in Libra, Uranus in Gemini, and Pluto in Aquarius, as well as those Sextiles, which create the apex point of the Kite.

The planet(s) that sits on the apex point of the Kite (connected to those Sextiles) become the “lead planets”. These “lead planets” point to our opportunity for forward movement and growth — in this case, there are two lead planets: the Saturn-Neptune alignment in Aries.

As the Saturn-Neptune alignment in Aries sits on the apex point of the Kite, it invites us to focus on ourselves, our goals and our own humanity.

We are invited to step up in an adult manner, reimagine ourselves, and embody a vision that allows us to be the heroes of our own story — and also to make a heroic effort to become the best version of ourselves possible.

Ask yourself: What would it look like to be the best version of myself? What would it take to live into that version of myself, one day at time?

What heroic but straightforward action could I take to bring that vision to life? How could I bring this vision of myself to my relationships? Could I dare to take that action today with my heart wide open?

Uranus, the ruler of Aquarius, currently moving through Gemini, is also part of this Kite-configuration. Uranus in Gemini shakes up the very structure of our thoughts and conversations.

Uranus’ new journey through this fickle Air sign, asks us: Where are we being called to rewire our mental circuits? How might old paradigms be holding us back? What new perspectives are waiting to be born through disruption?

Now, let’s talk about the “Rectangle” configuration. That configuration consists of at least two Oppositions, two Trines, and two Sextiles.

The Rectangle configuration is a dynamic, highly integrated configuration suggesting a strong drive to act and make a difference.

This particular “Rectangle” consists of three oppositions: Mars’ oppositions to Saturn and Neptune in Aries, and Mercury’s opposition to Pluto in Aquarius. Then there are three Trines: Mercury’s Trines to Saturn and Neptune in Aries, and Mars’ Trine to Pluto in Aquarius. Last but not least we also have three Sextiles: Pluto sextiles Saturn and Neptune in Aries, and Mercury sextiles Mars in Libra.

Mars in Libra is the activating lever of this Rectangle, as it helps initiate what’s been building these past months in the background. Now that Mars has reached Libra, our actions can move us toward something that matters.

In other words, with this configuration, we don’t just take action to take action – we take deliberate, well-timed action that clicks into place just at the right time.

We are attracted to important causes now, so there is a strong chance that we will put our talents to good use right now.

To sum it all up, this Full Moon highlights the archetypes of individuality and diversity, creativity and collaboration, passion and progress. It urges us to remember that we all have an important part to play in humanity’s evolution — that we were born for this challenging transition on Planet Earth.

We now have the power to alter our consciousness and release deeply ingrained patterns and beliefs. Extra rest, hydration, and time in Nature help ground and integrate these intense shifts that are happening.

When uncertain, ask to be shown the next step — and at all times, do your best to listen to your body, and be extra kind to yourself and others.

Sending love and compassionate care helps to soften the energetic field that connects us all, making it easier for others to feel a deeper resonant connection in their heart.

We can come together to create the difference we want to see, rather than waiting for something to happen… Each person’s emotions, attitudes, and intentions affect the energetic field…

Ask yourself: What role do I wish to play at this pivotal time on Earth? Could I be open to the people, places, and situations guiding me and bringing me the next clue?

Could I suspend my brilliant theories about the way the world works (or used to work)? Could I accept the possibility that what I have learned in the past may not be the most reliable guide to understanding the new way of life that is unfolding?

The more healed and open our hearts, the more easily we can see what’s really true and stay true to ourselves, and the more accepting we can be of others.

And always remember your divinity and interdependence, choose love over fear, and lift yourself and humanity out of the old paradigm of separation and scarcity towards unity and abundance.
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Do you have your Ascendant (or any personal planets) in 15-19 degrees of Aquarius, Leo, Taurus, or Scorpio? If so, you may feel the effects of this Full Moon more strongly. This is also true for those of us who have our Ascendant or Sun-sign in Leo or Cancer (since the Sun rules Leo and the Moon rules Cancer)