Full Moons are a time for releasing and relinquishing. If you have an excess in your life, this is the time for it to go down the drain. Through silent meditation, exchanging of thoughts, or spiritual practice, Full Moons are a point when we can let go. August’s Full Moon in Aquarius is an astrological hint to reminisce about how much you've grown. Following Western astrology, these new and complete Moon guides are monthly reminders to set and review your intentions. Your horoscope is a rudimentary prompt for self-reflection.
Look around at the books collecting in corners and filling your bookcase. Have you truly learned all that you need to know? I hope you read old and new books for continued inspiration and knowledge. Have you ever read a book once and then revisited it later on to bring your lessons full circle? During the Full Moon in Aquarius, you can learn firsthand how books, podcasts, and other forms of media should be treated as cherished friends you can turn to for guidance and insight. Humans need to hear or read information multiple times before they can break hexes and generational curses.
You might think you understand what you've experienced, but revisiting old interests can help you fill in blanks that your brain has not processed. What better time to let go and let new thoughts in than during the Full Moon in Aquarius? Mark your cal now: This Full Moon occurs on August 19, 2024 at 2:26 P.M. Eastern Time.
August's Full Moon is sometimes called the Sturgeon Moon, named after the sturgeon fish that once were abundant in the Midwest and Northeast United States during this time of year. Other traditional names for August's Full Moon include the Flying Up Moon (Cree), Corn Moon (Algonquin and Ojibwe), Harvest Moon (Dakota), Ricing Moon (Anishinaabe), Black Cherries Moon (Assiniboine), and Mountain Shadows Moon (Tlingit). This particular Full Moon is also a supermoon, meaning it appears bigger and brighter than most Full Moons from our POV here on Earth.
Let's dive into the astrology of this Full Moon in Aquarius. Saturn rules Aquarius, and the planet is named after the Roman god, Saturn. Saturn is known as the father of time and the patriarch of the first gods that governed Earth. Therefore, Aquarius energy can force us to hold onto traditional comforts tightly, believing what has worked in the past will work forever (even if that's not true).
During this Full Moon, take time to read, reread, review, and reflect on how you self-soothe and self-sabotage. Are you like Saturn, ruling over your children, or will you become part of the innovation our world desperately needs? This Full Moon in Aquarius opposes both the Sun in Leo and Mercury Retrograde in Leo. You may feel disheartened or a little confused during this time. Try to maintain your sense of self-belief instead of disconnecting and shutting down. What is there to be proud of if your achievements come too quickly? Remember, Aquarius is ruled by Saturn, the planet of restraint and time. Practice plenty of patience during this Full Moon.
Read your Sun, Moon, and Rising sign horoscopes for the Full Moon in Aquarius:
Aries
During this Full Moon, you may feel mixed reactions to people’s desires to connect with you. Over the past few weeks, former flings have been reaching out, and you could be feeling curious and/or concerned over their intentions. Try to keep interactions light during this Full Moon; mistaking loneliness for love will only lead to disappointment.
Taurus
Pressure in your career could lead you to neglect yourself and your loved ones. We all have obligations, and many of us can’t imagine letting a ball drop in an arena we’ve spent years practicing in. But sometimes, you have to know when to stop engaging with your goals and trust that the systems of success you set up for yourself will work in your favor. Drink water, decompress, and take some time for rest: That's what you need most right now.
Gemini
Mercury Retrograde in Leo brings up plenty of youthful memories, some of which explain why you do what you do. Take this Full Moon as an opportunity to reflect and reminisce. The present will continue to happen, the future is constantly unfolding, and the past gets to remain crystalized and unmoved. Learn to detach from the notion that there is one truth; your attachment to the specific may hurt you in the long run.
Cancer
Are you afraid of being a burden, or are you concerned that your community will forget you when you fall? We all hold weight. Each teardrop, secret, and bid for attachment requires strength. Sometimes you need to imagine the worst possible outcomes as a means to ensure survival. Cancer, are you putting pressure on yourself through self-isolation? Trust that whatever you cannot carry will be picked up by your loved ones.
Leo
During this Full Moon, you are creating a little distance between yourself and your close relationships. This is not cut-off season, so tell your witchy friend to call off that Soul Tie Cutting ritual for now! All you need is some alone time and the willingness to self-reflect. Are you satisfied with yourself? Do you wish to communicate a message you’ve been avoiding? Getting your thoughts in order can lead to more meaningful relationships.
Virgo
As you create space for yourself, be sure you’re tending to your daily activities as needed. Feelings of fatigue and a need to rest can overpower even the most motivated person’s mind. Even though you can be highly diligent, neglecting to recharge your energy levels can work against you. Meditation and dreams can help you raise your awareness. However, it’s hard to release tension when you have so many chores! Strike a balance between order and unstructured time.
Libra
Loosen up, Libra! The world around you is ready and willing to have fun with you, but you might feel a little too serious to actually enjoy it. Learn how to ditch the endless rat race and practice taking each day as it comes. Yes, creating systems that help you make your goals a reality is part of the plan. Yes, allowing yourself to trust the systems you’ve created is a part of the process. Let go of the reins, Libra!
Scorpio
Go outside, Scorpio! I get it: The general vibe right now is a weird mixture of hopeful and drained. Those who are confident might turn off those who are drained, and those who are drained probably come off as Debbie Downers to those who are hopeful. Strike a balance and find a fantastic place for you and your friends to gather. Your ability to set the vibe and provide space for the people you care about will only add to your star factor—never underestimate how powerful being a connector is!
Sagittarius
Do you need to hold onto the unhelpful habits of those around you? Even though you might feel a sense of closeness when you mirror your loved ones, there is danger in adopting their avoidance. Are you maintaining a sense of stoicism, or are you denying yourself care and connection? Being on top requires acknowledging that vulnerability is okay when the journey gets rough.
Capricorn
Sometimes, you must bite the bullet to reach the next level. Playtime is just as necessary as work, Capricorn. Your body and mind must take breaks to charge forth with confidence. If you’re feeling especially tense during this time, chart out time and space to relax. What good are you to yourself and others if you’re mindless, drained, and unwilling to accept care?
Aquarius
We all fall into the trap of creating imaginary people to compare ourselves to, cherry-picking from the successes of others and rumors. The problem with sizing yourself up based on dreams is that you develop a false reality on which to measure yourself. Yes, you are capable of bringing your aspirations to life. Do you need all you desire, or is your ego creating distance between you and equitable considerations? This week is ideal for cutting loose with close friends.
Pisces
When stress accumulates, you would be naive to assume only your mind is affected. From how you move to your breathing patterns to how you connect with others, your whole body is influenced by stress. During this Full Moon, give yourself the peace you need. Restock your groceries, journal, or go to the gym. Do anything that will help you think less and unwind.
Monisha “Six” Holmes is an astrologer and Master of Social Work (MSW) who covers love, relationships, and wellness. She earned her MSW at Columbia University, where she specialized in contemporary social issues. Aside from writing, Monisha is the founder of Black Women Being, a media platform aimed at promoting wellness, spirituality, and justice.
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