BOLD ACTION // ARIES FULL MOON 2019
ARIES FULL MOON ~ 20 DEGREES ARIES // SUNDAY OCTOBER 13, 2019 ~ 2:08 PM PST
We are halfway between eclipse seasons, with the sun and moon in opposition to each other and square to Cancer and Capricorn, current home to the North and South Node, respectively. All transits along this polarity involve integrity and boundaries – not subtle themes anymore from here on out as we march towards 2020.
No longer can you hide from yourself. If you’re involved in the work of reclaiming your inner-authority there are likely misalignments that have recently come to the surface to be seen. May this be a time of bold action and may you lean into the one within yourself who knows, with total trust in yourSELF: you are the authority and change-agent of your life.
The metaphor of this Full Moon season comes through in the opposition: Libra (air) and Aries (fire), as well as the season ~ Autumn, which brings forth grief, release and the need to cultivate inner-warmth.
Depending on the direction of the wind, the fire of this time can be an all consuming, immensely dangerous wildfire, or a transformative, intentional and well-directed force that breaks ground for fresh life. However the wind blows, this is a time of change where the fields are razed for the season and the flock is culled back.
This month has already brought with it themes of grief and forgiveness and transformation. There is no way to escape the depth we’re being called to step into. As we forgive, what remains? Who are we when we reach acceptance and let go of our fears and insecurities and tendencies to play small? Who are we if we say nothing? Who are we if we speak up? Who are we when we see and own all of who we are – including the parts that we prefer not to see (or have seen) [Preview of Scorpio season!!]
Appropriately called the Hunter’s Moon, this axis highlights a dynamic that incites growth and a reclaiming of self. This Full Moon is about taking bold action. For yourself, with your interests front and center, above and beyond anyone else – selflessly, selfishly, seriously.
ARIES/LIBRA ~ THE AXIS OF ME/WE + INDIVIDUAL/RELATIONSHIP.
This moon is square to Pluto, lifting the veil on the dysfunction you are existing within and surrounded by. The boundary violations, the transgressions, the lack of awareness, the selfish incomprehensible behaviors. The triggers are coming up to be transformed, but only through conscious action and authentic confrontation. We must call ourselves and each other out. It is increasingly difficult to get away with lies and inauthentic intention. What isn’t real falls away fast and quick. Bullshit meters are upgrading and the need to eliminate toxic relationships and situations has become more relevent – and urgent. Tending to our joy, our motivation and our authenticity is paramount more than ever.
The gist of it is this: our experiences in relationship ~ to everything ~ reveal to us so much of who we are, what we prefer, what we want, need and require, as well as where our growth lies, what triggers us, what enlivens us and what enrages us. Our experiences in relationship reveal projections and stories we may create and believe in order to receive love ~ in our unconscious state, this love is a love that requires validation, sacrifice, dependency and sometimes, manipulation and fear. In our evolved state, this love is strong, assertive, innovative, respected and honored. An unconscious Aries/Libra dynamic is codependent. A conscious Aries/Libra dynamic is life-giving and invigorating.
So, as you breathe it all in, I wonder: what kind of fire are you tending to?
TAKING THE RISK FOR THE SAKE OF OURSELVES
There is a part of us that is fearless and unaware of failure. An innocence exists here inside of us – a courageous, limitless spirit willing to leap and try and fall… fully in flow, curious, outrageous, and unafraid to dominate or take up space.
This part of us is selfish in the purest sense. It looks out for the “me” and is a reminder: when have your own back you always have enough.
This is a time of revelation, guiding us to explore what is happening beneath the surface and ushering us to get-up, step-up, level-up and take a risk. Aries energy LOVES the thrill of unabashed action. No more comfort zone, no more second-fiddle, no more hiding out and no more apologies for meeting your own needs.
TRUSTING YOUR EXPANSION
Trine to Jupiter is a reminder: see the potential within the release. What moves into its place can be your choice. Your leveling-up is your choice. Personally, I choose to let this month expand and transform. I no longer wish to play small or have any of myself folded up and tucked away. I am not naieve to bypass the work of transformation to say that all I have to do is call myself out once. I recognize and receive the duty of showing up for myself and others time and time again, of catching myself, of holding myself, and of receiving myself in my most downtrodden and fragile states.
I commit to celebrating my light in its most dim as well as in its most bright. I commit to celebrating yours, too, with grace and compassion and authentic humility.
If you ever have a doubt in this work, good. We’re meant to question ourselves constantly and contradict ourselves frequently. I assure you with full transparency – it’s humbling and it’s heartbreaking – but it is good and rewarding and necessary to this journey of recognition and rejuvenation. Thank you for claiming yourself.
~ JE / gemini rising
In six months I’m bringing a group to Ecuador to learn astrology, slip into nature, play, create and explore just how good it feels to live within authentic community. We have five new moons left before we begin a new astrological year with the Aries New Moon. This final lap around the zodiac is all about transforming our lessons into service – for ourselves and each other. Aries is the reminder that we are always beginning and within us is something so infinitely creative and unique – we are all innovative masterminds with visions necessary for collective action and transformation. Are you tuning into your wild side? Do you need an invitation to play? Is a deeper exploration of astrology and travel and adventure calling your name? Join us ~ Learn More Here!