Full Moon in Taurus:
Potentials, Aspirations, and Appearances in a ‘Have or Have Not’ World
Moon opposite Sun @ 12:21am CDT, 11-4-17
Welcome to the Mourning Moon in her full display! This is
the “time which is no time” between Samhain (the Witches’ New Year) and Yule
(the Winter Solstice, which begins the 12 days of Yule that lead us into the
New Year of 2018). In this darkest
transition of the Wheel of the Year, celebrations of the New Year are suspended
until daylight begins increasing again.
In this suspended time, we witness the many deaths and transformations
in our environment and we turn inward as well.
Dreary as it sounds (and often looks and feels to us northerners under
blankets of snow), this ‘between time’ holds great potential for otherworldly,
metaphysical experiences. The veils
between worlds thin at Samhain (Sundown of October 31st) and that
window into heightened perception stays open for a couple of months. This is the first full moon of “no time”, and
is just as dynamic as when it was new on October 19th. This year’s Mourning Moon is an active time
of cosmic interplay where we are drawn to the dynamics of group experience…all
the while being pulled into inward reflection by the very nature of the
season. Two strong oppositions are
leading the ebb and flow of these energies, calling for balance: the usual Sun-Moon opposition of the Full
Moon and the unusual Venus-Uranus opposition at the same time.
The Full Moon Opposition-
Appealing to the Public Eye
In this set of Sabian Symbols, we see some distinct
themes: display, aspiration, potential,
appearance, measuring-up, leveling-up, refinement, and even feeling out of your
league. Social ‘prestige’ (a word that
literally means ‘trick’ or ‘illusion’) is tempting the ego at this time. Neptune, who often acts as the Planetary
Prestidigitator, makes harmonious aspects to the luminaries at this Full Moon,
and so is included as a key to both balancing the opposition and lifting the
veil on what we thought we believed to be true. Ceres, asteroid of the Nurturer, is in a harsh square with the luminaries and an inconjunct to Neptune...possibly throwing a bit of a wet blanket on our desire to escape into a more enchanted life.
Moon in Taurus 12- A Couple Window-Shopping
Hopes and dreams for the future are featured at this
time. Our culture and its advertising
narratives of life becoming easier, or better, or more beautiful if we have
this or that may be an undercurrent. Be
careful not to slip into materialism, or retail therapy, as a means to satisfy
your craving for a better life. At the
heart of this symbol is a couple on a quest for shared experiences and
happiness. After all, there are other
windows opening up at this time to peer through and connect with what you might
be looking for. Notice, too, that while looking into someone else’s window
display that you find appealing…a slight change of perspective reflects your
own image back at you. In that mirrored
reflection, do you see what you lack? Or
can you see all the unique gifts that you have already? Underneath all the
adornments and trappings of how we appear for others, what is your authentic
expression?
Sun in Scorpio 12- An Official Embassy Ball
Here there may be the desire to be socially accepted, to
mix and mingle with the right crowd that can get you where you want to be in
life, to be able to make connections with people from all around the world who
are influential, and to be influential yourself. Sometimes there is a Cinderella feeling
apparent in this symbol…where you are always taking care of others and their
messes, not fit for or welcome to ‘the ball’, wondering why love and fortune
has escaped you, wishing you had a fairy godmother to get your glass-slippered
foot in the door of a new life. The truth
is, everyone at the ball is hiding behind one mask/disguise or another. The Scorpio Sun here also heightens the
perceptive ability to look into others and see if they are being their
authentic self or just putting on a show for others…and this ability comes from
being keenly aware of when you are doing the same. Essentially, we all want to be influential in
some way. This doesn’t have to look like
the image, of course…hob-nobbing with the elite. (Etymology Nerd Side
Note: The term ‘hob-nob’ comes from ‘have
or have not’). But right now, many of us are focusing on how powerless we feel
to positively influence the world around us or to make better changes in our
own life that make us feel empowered. It
can seem like all the important decisions that affect our lives are made by
people who don’t live the same hardships…which is often true. Both symbols have that underlying storyline
of desiring more, or desiring a better life.
But it is also a reminder to embrace and appreciate your authenticity in
a social climate full of distractions from what is real. Remember that you, too, have unique gifts to
offer.
Neptune in Pisces 12- An Examination of Initiates
In harmonious aspect to the Sun and Moon is Neptune, the
planet of Group Mystification. Neptune’s
lessons are often the kind that are shrouded behind some kind of veil, only to
be revealed in stages of discovery after periods of being ‘in the dark’. Initially confusing and disorienting,
Neptune’s tests are meant to take us beyond what we know and into uncharted
waters…it’s a process of gaining clarity in an unclear world. It is those initiations into the Mysteries,
where our lives must be examined to reach new levels of access and
participation. The larger description of
this symbol is ‘in the sanctuary of an occult brotherhood, newly initiated
members are being examined and their character tested’. Neptune, who is usually about dissolving
boundaries and not so much enforcing them, acts as the Grand Master here who
upholds the laws, rules, and hierarchical order as the members vow secrecy and
carry out the examinations of initiates.
So it is each of our own characters that are being tested now. And in any situation where we find ourselves
being tested, scrutinized, or judged…the best option is always to try to
perform at our best. Neptune’s lesson
here is ‘prove yourself’…which will help to balance the opposing ‘have and have
not’ forces of this Full Moon.
Ceres in Leo 13- A Retired Sea Captain Rocking Himself on
the Porch of His Cottage
In harsh aspect to all of these energies is Ceres, the
asteroid of the Caregiver. She’s been
through Neptune’s stormy seas…enduring the tests of character in our youth that
make us judge ourselves or be judged by others…and even being a commanding
presence in adulthood who others may see as someone influential in escaping
into a world of uncharted possibilities.
Tired of all that striving now…she’d much rather relax in her rocker
than get back in the fray. There is a
sense of quiet, contemplative contentment here that doesn’t quite rock in
unison with the dynamic waves rocking our boat.
But relaxed as the image is, Ceres’s focus here and the dynamic aspects
she provides will make this ‘need to simplify and keep calm’ a pressing
issue. Ceres shows what nurtures us…and
the one thing that is certain in this Neptune-influenced Full Moon is that we
all need a dedicated focus on self-care.
The Venus-Uranus Opposition- Abundant Inner Potential
In this set of Sabian Symbols, the themes are more inwardly focused. There is still the energy of aspiring to be better...but it's more about better using what we already have. Saturn adds some playful 'workhorse' energy with harmonious aspects to this opposition. However, Chiron's square to Saturn and inconjunct to Venus-Vesta means we won't be able to ignore some spiritual 'heavy lifting'.
Venus in Libra 26- An Eagle and a Large White Dove Turning
One into the Other
This is the degree Pluto was in when I was born…which is
part of my own soul story of why phoenix-like transformations are so important
to me. Venus here, though, suggests that
it is important to be firm yet kind in our interactions with others. The Eagle represents a sure mind and a strong
will while the Dove represents purity of heart and a reflection of peace. The ability to integrate these two guiding
energies within is being called for at this time. You can look at it as the balance of yang and
yin, a balance between left brain and right brain, a balance between mind and
heart, or a balance between strong and soft.
However you see it, this is about using both as one for the best
possible outcome. So the polarities
between the oppositions at this Full Moon are best activated by their
similarities rather than their contrasts.
Vesta is also conjunct Venus right now, which provides an element of
spiritual dedication and focus to this Venusian Alchemy.
Uranus in Aries 26- A Person Possessed of More Gifts Than
They Can Hold
While Venus highlights one of those gifts we can cultivate
for our relationships, Uranus (the planet of Group Awakening) is presenting us with all of the abundance we
possess at once, as individuals. Such is
the nature of the Aries-Libra axis…we can’t just focus on our relationships
with others without also giving focus to our relationship with ourselves. This is a frenzied energy, which makes us
want to do it all…not wasting any of our gifts.
A better way to activate this energy is to align our heart and mind (the
dove and the eagle) to focus on one thing at a time…otherwise we accomplish
little and wear ourselves out in the process.
With many choices before us, where is the directional flow of your soul
leading you?
Saturn in Sagittarius 25- A Chubby Boy on a Hobbyhorse
In harmonious aspects with Venus and Uranus is Saturn, the
planet of Societal Structures and Rules.
In this symbol, the young boy is engaging in imaginative play…though it
suggests a ‘practice makes perfect’ element.
What starts as a hobby we do for fun may well be the vehicle which
brings us to a certain mastery later in life.
Since this combination of planets is highlighting our inner talents,
this may be the time to really commit to one that we’ve always enjoyed but
never really buckled down upon.
Hopefully, for those using this month to put your nose to the grindstone
on writing that novel for National Novel Writing Month, you can tap into this
energy and really develop something concrete from what it is you love to
do. Whatever your passion, Saturn is
giving us a creative opportunity now to do the work it takes to manifest.
Chiron in Pisces 25- The Purging of the Priesthood
In harsh aspects to both Saturn and Venus, though, is
Chiron (the Wounded Healer). There must
be a purification process in order to re-establish a successful
transformation. What’s been exacerbating
the wounds we’ve been needing to heal?
This symbol is about overcoming corrupting influences and, with Chiron’s
influence, getting back on the healing path.
It may be that the deceptions that Neptune is highlighting at this full
moon are holding us back from really being able to activate our own gifts. You may be afraid you’ll be opening Pandora’s
Box if you finally address the root of the problem, but it is necessary to
clean this wound thoroughly before the infection spreads further. Whatever crisis you are dealing with
personally, consider that it may actually bring a necessary element of
catharsis.
It seems that while one set of energies may be making us
feel a bit weary of the outer shows of our culture and how we fit into it, the
other set of energies is inclining us toward all that lies within…our wounds
and our gifts. However you may celebrate
this weekend, or not, I wish you well on making the best of these dynamic
energies.
Love and Gratitude,
Felina Lune Kavi
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