On Hope, Healing, & August’s Super Blue Moon in Aquarius
This afternoon, the western hemisphere will experience the first of four supermoons over the next few months. A supermoon occurs when the Moon is at its closest point to Earth in its orbit, making it appear larger and brighter than usual in the night sky. In astrology, a supermoon amplifies the lunar energies, intensifying the Full Moon’s emotional, intuitive, and transformative effects. This heightened energy can bring about powerful shifts in personal and collective consciousness, making it a potent time for setting intentions, manifesting desires, and releasing what no longer serves you.
Today’s supermoon in August falls near the end of Leo season and is situated in its sister sign Aquarius. Aquarius is represented by the Star Card in Tarot and is symbolized by the water bearer, the dreamer, and the inventor. Aquarian energy is also focused on envisioning a better future for everyone, making this Full Moon an opportune time to contemplate your own desires and aspirations as well as those for society. To gain further insight into the upcoming full moon, we can explore the symbolism of…