Meeting the Moment

At its best, Aquarius's energy is inventive, tolerant, community-minded, and focused on individual freedoms. It desires to topple old, outmoded structures and replace them with new egalitarian ones. The sign rules friends, groups, and organizations.

Aquarius is a fixed air sign; in shadow, people can get high on their own supply. When opinions become facts, there is no room to consider the other's point of view. Jupiter in Gemini invites abundance by considering diverse points of view. It is in a tense square with Saturn in Pisces; rejecting new information based on belief systems is easy.

Unpredictable Uranus is the star of the show of this Full Moon and the modern ruler of Aquarius. In the cosmos, it spins on its side and backward, governing sudden and surprising events, breaks, disruptions, and reversals. It rules elections, revolts, strikes, suicide, abortions, aerospace, and aviation. Winning the casino jackpot, fender benders, and revolutions are all Uranian events.  It is the Great Awakener so prepare for sudden and surprising insights on the past.

Almost every planet is having a tense conversation this week. If you are not sure what you heard, check for understanding.  Miscommunication or inflexible thinking can lead to relationship breakdowns. Triple-check plans before taking action because missed steps could lead to mistakes that are not easily corrected. Delays are likely, so pad with extra time. Remember, we don’t break down; we breakthrough! 

On the world stage, shockingly, Ukraine is attacking Russia on its land. The Middle East is on pins and needles, hoping for successful ceasefire negotiations in the Israel-Hamas War. Peaceful Venus enters her home sign of Libra on Aug 29. In the meantime, Iran has promised a response to the assassination of a Hamas leader on their soil. The potential for a chaotic event that expands the war is high. The Trump campaign's emails were hacked. Iran is the suspected culprit. An information bomb regarding financial fraud or sexual conduct would be a Uranus in Taurus signature.

The Democratic National Convention starts on Monday; Protestors will elevate the cause of the humanitarian crisis in Gaza. Will there be a repetition of the chaos of 1968? We must expect the unexpected with Uranus, but I am putting on my Pollyanna prediction hat that any upheaval will be temporary. I expect a joyful, exciting, and electric event with rhetoric focused on the future of the average American. Virgo season starts on Thursday. This sign governs the ordinary person archetype.

We shall see how Taylor Swift responds to Donald Trump posting a fake endorsement from her on his Truth Social platform. Lies were told. Hell hath no fury.🍿 Listen to the Celestial Insights podcast on your favorite podcatcher for more details.

This lunation may increase feelings of stress, detachment, loneliness, separation, and anxiety for some. Healthy tools like exercise, conscious breathing, or meditation help to calm your nervous system. Text HOME to 741741 to reach a trained Crisis Counselor through Crisis Text Line, a global not-for-profit organization. It is free, 24/7, and confidential.

Use these prompts for contemplation, journaling, or oracle/ tarot card spreads:

✨ Mercury is retrograde. Which old friends do you miss? Are there breakdowns you wish to repair? Consider reaching out to reconnect.

🧘🏾‍♀️ Are you too disconnected from your emotions? Add mindful embodiment practices.

🫱🏻‍🫲🏽 Consider your role in your community. Do you feel a sense of civic responsibility and act as a member or expect others to shoulder the burdens?

🎵 The song of the Full Moon is Ready or Not by The Fugees

Warmly,

Celeste