Moonology Oracle Cards
Moonology Oracle Cards
Moonology Oracle Cards
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YASMIN BOLAND is an award-winning astrology writer
whose horoscopes and astrology columns are read by millions of Gl ORACLE CARDS
people each week. She writes for Red, Closer and Good Health, and is
the bestselling author of Moonology and Astrology Made Easy. GUIDEBOOK
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Introduction
What these cards are for 2
Blessing the cards 3
guidelines but you will find you can use them in your
own way once you get to know them.
Everything happens for a reason, and there's a
reason you are reading this now. Perhaps you are at
the start of your journey with oracle cards, or with
the Moon, or both. Perhaps you are a seasoned
veteran when it comes to reading cards. Whatever
the case, I'm delighted that you've decided to work
with the energies of the Moon by using this deck of
cards, which has been lovingly created for you.
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introduction
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THE WISDOM OF
THE MOON
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The Wisdom of the Moon
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THE PHASES OF
THE MOON
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There are eight main Moon phases, and each has its
own keywords:
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Overall interpretation
On each card you will find the overarching likely
answer to your question. This encapsulates the
energies of the card and the message it is sending to
you. The cards are predictive, so will tell you what
your thoughts and feelings are currently creating,
and where they will take you. You'll be given ideas to
harness the energies of the card if you're happy with
it, and how to change things if you're not.
Additional meanings
Can every single interpretation in each card's
'Additional meanings' apply to you? Probably not! In
fact, some of the additional meanings listed may even
appear contradictory at times — but astrology covers
everything, so you need to understand all the
possibilities each card brings. Every Moon phase
has various meanings and you will need to be honest
with yourself and decode the one that you feel,
viscerally, is for you.
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The teaching
Each card's 'teaching' provides additional
information about the Moon, and how it connects
with the card's message, for people interested in
learning more about astrology. Use the
interpretations in this guidebook as well as the
beautiful images on the cards to learn more about
the current energies.
The elements
As in astrology, Moonology uses the four main
elements: fire, earth, air and water. Each element
brings its own qualities and is assigned to three star
signs:
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Moon cycle works.
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New Moon
The teaching
The New Moon marks the start of the Waxing cycle
and the mid-point of the Dark Moon. It's a dark and
veiled time, when the Moon is invisible, and a time of
rebirth. It's a time that witches do their work,
making wishes and laying down intentions for the
new cycle; an intensely magical time, when it's easier to
pierce the veil to other worlds.
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Have faith in mrr dreams
Waning Crencern Moon
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Waxing Crescent Moon
The teaching
The Waxing Crescent Moon is the second Moon
phase in the eight main Moon phases, but even if it's
not the time of the Waxing Crescent Moon when
you pull this card, it still suggests you need to really
pursue your dreams. It's the time to put your foot
down hard as you chase your goals.
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First Quarter Moon
The teaching
In the lunar cycle, the First Quarter Moon comes
between the New Moon and the Full Moon.
It's a time when the Sun and Moon are at a hard
astrological angle to each other and this can prompt a
small crisis. No matter when you pull this card, you
need to see any dramas as a stepping stone to where
you want to be. It can also be a time when you need
to stay strong through a storm.
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Gibbous Moon
don't push too hard — one false move and the whole
thing could blow! That's not meant to scare you; it's
just to let you know there's a fuse attached to this
situation, so be careful if you choose to light it.
The teaching
The Gibbous Moon comes at the very end of the
lunar cycle, just before the Full Moon. She looks
like she's bulging because she's almost a Full Moon, so
she's nearly fully rounded. It's the culmination of the
Waxing cycle and, as such, tends to be a rather
intense period of the month. No matter when you
pull this card, it suggests a very ripe time and a very
ripe situation.
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Surrender to the Divine
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Full Moon
The teaching
The Full Moon marks the climax of the lunar cycle,
making this card something of a power card. The
Full Moon is often the time when answers are
given to questions asked during the New Moon,
and pulling this card at any time in the lunar cycle
suggests answers will be coming your way before
too long.
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Take rime to breathe our
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Disseminating Moon
The teaching
The Disseminating Moon is the first Moon phase
afterthe explosion of energy that comes with the Full
Moon. No matter when you pick this card, it suggests
you're at a more tranquil point in the life cycle of
whatever situation you're asking about. This is not the
ideal time to start something new. The Disseminating
Moon is the time to breathe out. Give yourself some
time off and think about what has passed.
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Adjustments are required
Thod Quarter Moon
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Third Quarter Moon
The teaching
At the time of the Third Quarter Moon, we know
where we have been — but where are we going? The
Moon is now a Half Moon and slipping away from us
as she catches less and less light, moving towards her
full disappearance at New Moon. It's a time of falling
away and a time to reevaluate. No matter when you
draw this card, the teaching is to release and to trust.
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A time for healing
Brum.
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Balsamic Moon
Additional meanings
• It's time to let go of the past.
The teaching
Patience is required at the time of the Balsamic
Moon. It's a time for self-care as you slowly but
surely prepare yourself for the New Moon, which is
just around the corner. No matter which point in the
current Moon cycle you have pulled this card, it's a
reminder to go a little bit easy on yourself. The
time to step into your creatrix power will come soon
enough. Give yourself the time you need.
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New Moon in Aries
The teaching
Aries is the first sign of the zodiac, so the New Moon in
Aries is the first of the 12 or 13 New Moons of the
year. If you're committed to working with all the
lunations, then the New Moon in Aries is the right
time to start, and drawing this card — no matter
when you do it — signifies it's also the ideal time to
start your Moon work, such as setting intentions.
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Prosperity lies ahead
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New Moon in Taurus
The teaching
We often feel that it's somehow wrong to focus on
our finances but the truth is that money can make life far
more comfortable from a physical point of view.
Taurus knows this and the New Moon in Taurus is
the time to work your magic to create the money
you want so you can have the creature comforts
you want. Remember, though, that someone else is
still wishing for what you already have.
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Communication is key
Now Moon In Gemini
Communication is key
New Moon in Gemini
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New Moon in Gemini
The teaching
Gemini is the sign of communication and socializing, of
ideas and travel, and the energy around it and
around this card (no matter when you pull it) is
speedy, gossipy and flirtatious. The New Moon in
Gemini is a wonderful time to get out and socialize —
Gemini loves a chat. One thing to be aware of is that
this card can also indicate being mentally 'scattered'.
Daily meditations will help to unscramble crossed
wires in your brain.
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You and your loved ones are safe
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New Moon in Cancer
The teaching
The Full Moon in Cancer can be a super-emotional
time. The Moon is all about emotions and Cancer is
a water sign and also very emotional! Saying that, the
Moon is very happy in the sign of Cancer — it's
one of her two home signs, along with Taurus
• so whenever you pull it, this card suggests that
whatever happens next will be in your favour. It's
especially positive for family matters.
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Confidence is your key to success
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New Moon in Leo
The teaching
Leo is the sign of the big- and brave-hearted lion, of
pride and showmanship — and flirting. The energy
around the New Moon in Leo (and therefore around
this card, whenever you pick it) is hot and generous.
The energy loves itself, and so should you. If you've
been too much of a wallflower, this New Moon card
(and the Leo New Moon) comes as a reminder that
you need to be proud of who you are.
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A time to give rather than rake
New Moon in Vim,
When this card comes up, it's time for you to take
stock of your situation. Where are you, and where do
you want to go? The New Moon energy of this
card suggests a restart and the Virgo energy
suggests you make that restart a clever one that's
simple and well organized. Virgo also has a strong
health aspect to it, so if you've been unwell, this
card suggests that your health is on the up. Virgo
loves clean eating and alternative therapies, so add
these into your routines now, however you've been
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New Moon in Virgo
The teaching
Virgo is the sign of health, service and analysis —
its energy is precise and has a feel of the harvest
about it. When this card comes up, it could be that a
wonderful bounty is coming your way. However, the
energy of the New Moon in Virgo is usually about
getting your life in order, so that's what you need to
do at the time of the Virgo New Moon and whenever
else you pull this card.
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A new romantic cycle begins
New Moon in Libra
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New Moon in Libra
The teaching
Libra is the sign of love and harmony, negotiation and
relationships; it is harmonious, kind and luxurious,
and always aiming for balance. So when we have
the New Moon in Libra, or at any time you draw
this card, there's a restart possible for anything and
everything connected to partnerships, negotiations,
appearances and justice. Remember that Libra is
depicted by a set of scales — this energy wants to
bring things back to equilibrium.
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Work- through your fears
New Moon s, Scorpio
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New Moon in Scorpio
• Make an investment.
The teaching
Scorpio is the sign of death and rebirth, magic
and shamans — its energy is a little bit dark, occult,
even scary. Not all of us like to face the shadow
but Scorpio demands it. In fact, it's through working
through your dark side that you can get to the light,
and the New Moon in Scorpio (and the appearance of
this card at any other time) suggests you need to do
that now.
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Luck is on your site
Now Moon in Sagiaarius
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New Moon in Sagittarius
The teaching
Sagittarius is the sign of fun, travel, exploration and
the Great Cosmic Quest. It's the sign of big ideas —
its energy is expansive, upbeat, lucky and Divine. The
New Moon in Sagittarius exudes all this, as does
this card whenever you draw it. Nothing is set in stone
with Sagittarius and an optimistic energy could
attract all manner of good things if you tap into the
energy by expecting the best.
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Your hard work is paying off
Mew Moon in Capricorn
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New Moon in Capricorn
The teaching
Capricorn is the sign of ambition, building and hard
work —the energy is solid and rigid. The New Moon in
Capricorn is a powerful lunation that comes
towards the end of each year and marks arguably
the best moment annually to make a list of your
hopes, dreams, ambitions and intentions for the
year ahead. Pulling this card at any time suggests
that with planning and discipline you can achieve
whatever you set your mind to.
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Bring love into the situation
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New Moon in Aquarius
The teaching
Aquarius is the sign of invention, modern advances
and technology, and humanity. Its energy is a little
brittle — it's individual, scientific even, and relatively
emotionally detached. Many people think Aquarius is
a water sign because the Aquarius symbol is the
Water Bearer, but it's actually an air sign and is far
more about intellect than the emotional water
signs — as is this card, no matter when you draw it.
Dropping convention works well with this energy.
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Meditate and contemplate
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New Moon in Pisces
The teaching
Pisces is the sign of reveries and mysteries, or depths of
emotion, idealism and hopeless romantics. It is the
sign of water and the unconscious — its energy is deep,
like watery depths. The New Moon in Pisces indicates
a time to listen to your feelings and to allow your
emotions free rein. Whatever you're feeling as you
pull this card is more likely than the truth, unless
you've been kidding yourself somehow — and only you
know if that's the case or not.
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Full Moon in Aries
The teaching
The Full Moon in Aries is a super-fiery time, when
emotions can run very high. On the upside, there's
excitement about what may lie ahead, but tempers are
likely to flare, with rash comments or decisions. No
matter when you pull this card, it signals that the
situation has just, or is about to, come to a peak,
perhaps in a rather heated way. There could be a
price to pay if you have been too competitive or
too blunt.
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Your dreams need a practical plan
Full Moon in Taurus
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Full Moon in Taurus
The teaching
The Full Moon in Taurus is a time to get back to
earth, to get grounded, to work through any
negative feelings you've been dealing with and to
find a balance between being passionate and being
overly intense. Money issues may come to a head at
the time of the Full Moon in Taurus, but you can take
this card as a sign to pay more attention to your cash
flow no matter when you draw it.
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The answers you need are coming
Full Moon-in Gemini
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Full Moon in Gemini
The teaching
Talk, talk and more talk as the emotional Full Moon
moves into the communicative sign of Gemini, It's
too easy to say too much, so mind how you go if you
pull this card. This card can also indicate an enjoyable
social event, since the Full Moon in Gemini is a great
time for socializing. This card also augurs well for any
study you're either taking or considering.
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A personal issue reaches resohaion
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Full Moon in Cancer
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• Stop sulking!
The teaching
The heightened emotions of the Moon-Cancer
combination can't be ignored. However, Cancer is
one of the Moon's two home signs (along with
Taurus) so astrologically-speaking the Moon loves to
be in this sign — in fact she rules Cancer. This
means that with this card there's a sense that All is as
it should be' or 'Don't worry, all will soon be well'.
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Don't let pride get in your way
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Full Moon in Leo
The teaching
When the Full Moon comes into in Leo it can be a
wonderfully bright time, where people feel more
confident to show the world their talents and
assets. That's the upside of this lunation and of this
card (no matter when you pull it). However, take
note that the Leo-Full Moon combination creates a
sort of tension between your needs and the needs of
people in your networks. Leo-Full Moon is a time to
release pride.
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You are good enough
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Full Moon in Virgo
The teaching
The Full Moon in Virgo is a time to declutter your
life, your home and your office. It's the time to sort
what's good in your life from what's not serving you.
It's also the time to clear out your energies via salt
baths and meditations, and to practise getting more
grounded, by walking barefoot. No matter when
you draw this card, it's a reminder that any time is a
good time to start living a healthier life.
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A win-win outcome is forecast
FM Moon in Libra
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Full Moon in Libra
time so try not to fight it. This card can also refer to
a professional relationship. There is a sense that you
need to balance your ego with someone else's needs.
A win-win outcome is possible with give and take.
Doing so might be the answerto your question.
The teaching
No matter when you pull the Full Moon in Libra
card, it encourages you to find a balance between
your desires and those of the people around you.
Balance is a very Libran energy and the Full Moon
brings things to a peak. Dramas and upsets bring
partnerships to the fore. Libra energy also brings
love energy. Negotiations are easier.
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time to release negativity
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Full Moon in Scorpio
The teaching
The Full Moon in Scorpio has a sting in its tail: it
can herald a vindictive end to a relationship. It can
also be a time when we want to be good but we're
naughty. If you pull this card, no matter when, your
dark side and your 'shadow self' may be showing.
The Full Moon in Scorpio is also a time of magic. If
you were thinking of making some magic, this is your
sign to do it!
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Look at the bigger picture
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Full Moon in Sagittarius
The teaching
The Full Moon in Sagittarius is a time when we are
reminded that life is an adventure and there's a big
wide world to see beyond our backyard. It's about
having fun and being prepared to sail into uncharted
territory. It's about big ideas versus the details. No
matter when you draw this card, it encourages you to
look at the bigger picture.
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The end of a tough cycle approadles
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Full Moon in Capricorn
The teaching
The Full Moon in Capricorn has a very strong work
ethic and energy, and will more than likely come up
when you're asking a professional question. If your
question is about another matter, it will serve as a
much-needed reminder to move through any
feelings of hopelessness you may have been feeling
about your situation, and this applies no matter
when you draw the card. Making a plan is a far
better use of your time.
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Full Moon in Aquarius
The teaching
Every Full Moon is a time to release and let go, but
the addition of Aquarian energy to the mix triples
that message. Aquarius is the opposite of clingy, and
pulling this card at any time suggests either you need to
let go or someone is thinking they are the ones who
need to let go — perhaps of you. What needs to go?
What is the right thing to do? Whatever happens
next could be highly unconventional or
unexpected.
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Balance spirituality and praaicality
Full Moon in Pisus
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Full Moon in Pisces
The teaching
Pisces is the last sign ofthe zodiac, so the Full Moon in
Pisces symbolically marks endings. When the Moon is
full in Pisces, or whenever you pull this card, it's a
time to dive deep into your emotions. Practicality is at
odds with the numinous Piscean energies that have
no borders, so feel your way now. Psychic ability is
heightened when the Full Moon is in Pisces, and
soulmates now connect. It's also a time to send out
your dreams to the Universe, releasing your fears.
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New Moon Eclipse
The teaching
New Moon Eclipses are among the most exciting
astrological events. They herald a complete change of
pace. It's as though you're headed in one direction,
probably being guided by your ego, and then here
comes the Divine — the Goddess, or Spirit — to turn
you instead to face the direction you actually need to
go. Regardless of whether or not there's a New
Moon Eclipse happening when you pull this card, it's a
powerful affirmation of positive turnarounds.
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Conclusions are within reach
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Full Moon Eclipse
The teaching
Full Moons are nearly always about climaxes and
very often about conclusions; Full Moon Eclipses
are the same, but on steroids. A Full Moon Eclipse
can be hard to handle because it portents change,
something many of us are uncomfortable with.
But change is a part of life and this card, no matter
when you pull it, reminds you of that fact. Full Moon
Eclipses can also give us a glimpse into what Carl Jung
called 'the shadow self'. Work with your darkness.
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The energy is gaining momemuin
Wamng Moon
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Waxing Moon
The teaching
The Waxing cycle is the period of the lunar cycle
from New Moon to Full Moon, and during this
time the Moon appears to be slightly bigger and
rounder every night. This is a very empowered and
empowering time, and this is a very promising card. It
suggests now is the time to make plans and to act on
them, no matter when you actually pull the card.
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What do you need to release?
Waning Moon
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Waning Moon
The teaching
At the time of the Waning cycle, take a moment to
look up in the skies every night — you will see the
Moon growing smaller and smaller as she moves from
Full to New again. It's the time when things are falling
away; it's certainly not the time to cling on to anyone
or anything. Drawing this card suggests your
situation is in its autumn and winter phase, so hunker
down and start the regeneration process.
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Nothing will come of this situation
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Void-of-Course Moon
The teaching
The main definition of a Void-of-Course Moon is
when the Moon won't make a major connection
with any of the planets until she enters the next
sign. The best thing you can do when you get this
card is to chant the Sanskrit words, 'Om Namo
Narayanif, which mean, 'I surrender to the Divine'. A
Void-of-Course Moon is time to just 'be'.
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Be bold and make the first most
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Cardinal Moon
The teaching
In astrology, there are three quadruplicities:
Cardinal, Fixed and Mutable. The Cardinal signs
are Aries, Cancer, Libra and Capricorn (remember,
we each have all 12 signs in our chart, for different
parts of our lives — it's just the way the astrological
wheel works). These are the signs that like to get
things started and which are the natural leaders.
No matter when you draw this card, it's a sign that
something new is starting and you quite possibly
need to take the lead on it.
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Hold your vision
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Fixed Moon
• Avoid stagnation.
The teaching
In astrology, there are three quadruplicities:
Cardinal, Fixed and Mutable. The Fixed signs are
Taurus, Leo, Scorpio and Aquarius. The Fixed signs
can be stubborn, so anything that's just starting as
you draw this card may well last longer. (Remember, we
each have all the star signs in our chart — it's just the
way the astrological wheel works — so there's no
judgement when we say that while it's admirable how
much staying-power the Fixed signs have, they can also
be obstinate.)
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Nothing is vet set in stone
Mutable Moon
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Mutable Moon
The teaching
In astrology, there are three so-called quadruplicities;
Cardinal, Fixed and Mutable. The Mutable signs are
Gemini, Sagittarius, Virgo and Pisces, and when the
Moon is in one of these signs, you know there's
going to be more flexibility in a situation. Any time
you pull this card, it suggests there's the opportunity to
keep visualizing and affirming what you want, as
there's still room for change. So think about what
you want, and enjoy the daydream!
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Supermoon
this card comes up, but you may find there's a lot of
emotion to deal with too. There's also a sense that
the opportunities around whatever you're asking
about don't come along every day, so take action.
The teaching
A Supermoon is a New or Full Moon that takes place
when the Moon is at its closest point to the Earth
during its monthly orbit, an event known as perigee. If
it's a Full Moon, the Moon appears around 14 per cent
bigger at this time. The Moon is known as the Queen
of Emotions, and if you draw the Supermoon card
(regardless of when you do this) you can expect your
feelings to be more highly charged.
Believe in the impossible
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Blue Moon
The teaching
There are usually three Full Moons between each
equinox and solstice (and vice versa). Sometimes,
though, we get four Full Moons in a single season.
When that happens, the third of the season's four
Full Moons is called a Blue Moon — at least, that was
the original definition of a Blue Moon. These days
it's popular to use the Blue Moon for the second
Full Moon in any calendar month that has two Full
Moons.
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Don't la your past hold you bock
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South Node
The teaching
The South Node is where the Moon crosses the
ecliptic going south. On the horoscope chart it
shows us what we are likely to become obsessed
with, but which will probably do us little or no good.
The South Node is the karmic astrological point
that reminds us of the well-known phrase, 'If you
always do what you've always done, you'll always get
what you've always got!'
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Step out of your comfort zone
North Nods
There's a strong feeling when you get this card that it's
time to leave the past behind somehow, because you
are headed in the right direction. If you want to be
happy and fulfilled, you need to get going towards doing
the thing that scares you (within reason!). This card is
all about living your life-purpose, which is possibly
what you've asked about. It's urging you to dare to do
something different with your life and your
direction, to take action. So are you willing to
follow through and lead the life you incarnated
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North Node
The teaching
The North Node is where the Moon crosses the
ecliptic going north. It's a karmic point and on
the horoscope chart shows us what we need to
do and where we need to go with our life to find
satisfaction, fulfilment and happiness. The North
Node is the karmic astrological point that reminds us
— to paraphrase Andre Gide — that in order to
discover new oceans, we have to be prepared to
lose sight of the shore.
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