Your Guide to the π Full Moon Lunar Eclipse in Libra β
Eclipse season is officially upon us! First off, I want to say that while eclipses should be viewed and worked with differently than a regular moon event, you don't need to be afraid of them. There is a lot of fear-mongering in social media around eclipses β and astrology in general β but in reality, astrology is just a tool and the universe is always working in your best interest. Before we dive into this particular eclipse season let's get up to speed on what eclipses are!
What's the difference between a Lunar Eclipse and a regular Full Moon?
Full Moons are when the Earth is moving between the Sun and the Moon. The moon is fully illuminated by the Sun. Lunar Eclipses happen on a Full Moon where the Earthβs shadow blocks the Sunβs light from reaching the Moon.
What does this look like in the sky?
In the path of totality (the location on earth where the total eclipse is visible) the Moon appears to move through all the phases of a full cycle in a single night.
As the Earth blocks more and more light, the Moon takes on a more reddish hue, moving from copper to a βBlood Moonβ.
A total lunar eclipse lasts a few hours, with totality itself usually averaging anywhere from about 30 minutes to over an hour. This is due to the large relative size of Earth over the Moon (the Moon's diameter is only about 2150 miles), therefore casting a large shadow on the Moon.
What does this mean in astrology?
A regular full moon occurs at the apex of a cycle where you see the culmination of your efforts since the new moon. This can be a moment of celebration and achievement, learning a lesson, releasing something that no longer works for you, an emotional breakthrough or a culmination of efforts.
A lunar eclipse is like a full moon mic-dropping in whatever part of your chart the sign itβs in is activating. Eclipses coming in series, occurring in opposing signs as the North and South Nodes transit through the same signs for ~2.5 years. This means that the lessons or leveling up that is occurring is not just about what has been happening since the last new moon. Instead, it is about a few rounds of integrating something bigger and really mastering a particular part of the chart. By understanding the potential significance of an eclipse, individuals can use its energy to release old patterns and integrate profound change.
Themes of a lunar eclipse include:
γ°οΈ culmination and release
γ°οΈ emotional intensity and awareness
γ°οΈ revelations and illuminations
γ°οΈ balancing opposing energies
γ°οΈ relationship dynamics
γ°οΈ integration and transformation
γ°οΈ karmic and destiny themes
Eclipse Do's:
These are moments in the year when it's best to Be More and Do Less. The universe is going to nudge β or boot β you in the direction you need to go. It's best during this time to lean into self-care and receiving things as they come, knowing that they are to help you.
- Reflect and Meditate: Lunar eclipses are potent times for introspection and inner work. Take some time for quiet reflection, meditation, or journaling. Consider what you need to release from your life and what intentions you want to set for the future.
- Release and Let Go: Eclipses are often associated with endings and closures. Use this time to release any emotional baggage, negative patterns, or situations that no longer serve your highest good. This could involve forgiveness, letting go of grudges, or decluttering your physical space.
- Practice Self-Care: Since eclipses can bring up intense emotions, it's essential to prioritize self-care during this time. Engage in activities that nourish your body, mind, and spirit, such as yoga, spending time in nature, or indulging in a relaxing bath.
- Stay Grounded: With the heightened energy of an eclipse, it's essential to stay grounded and centered. Practice grounding techniques such as deep breathing, mindfulness, or spending time in nature to maintain your balance.
Eclipse Don'ts:
The energy can be a little jarring and chaotic since it is out of your control so this is not a good time for manifesting, clearing or charging crystals or pushing for anything in generl.
- Rush Decisions: Avoid making impulsive decisions or taking drastic actions during a lunar eclipse. Emotions can be heightened, and clarity may be lacking, so it's best to wait until the energy settles before making significant choices.
- Feed Negative Thoughts: Eclipses can stir up intense emotions and old wounds. Try not to dwell on negative thoughts or get caught up in drama. Instead, focus on healing and letting go of what no longer serves you.
- Force Closure: While eclipses can bring about endings, it's essential not to force closure prematurely. Allow things to naturally unfold and trust the process. Sometimes, the universe has a way of orchestrating endings in its own time.
- Engage in Conflict: Since emotions can be heightened during eclipses, it's best to avoid confrontations or conflicts whenever possible. Practice patience, empathy, and compassion in your interactions with others.
What are the eclipses in 2024 about?
For 2024, we continue the Aries/Libra series from 2023 and also get a preview of the next series in Pisces/Virgo.
When the North Node is in Aries and the South Node is in Libra, we enter a dynamic and transformative period marked by the celestial dance between these cardinal signs. This eclipse series calls for a courageous leap into individuality and self-discovery (Aries), while also urging a release of outdated relationship dynamics and the quest for harmony (Libra).
Aries, ruled by Mars, encourages assertiveness, independence, and the pursuit of personal passions, while Libra, ruled by Venus, emphasizes diplomacy, partnership, and the quest for balance. During this period, eclipses serve as potent catalysts for breaking free from old patterns, embracing authenticity, and finding a healthy equilibrium between self-interest and cooperation.
This can look like digging into and addressing any:
γ°οΈ People pleasing tendencies
γ°οΈ Codependency
γ°οΈ Self-abandonment
γ°οΈ Issues with self-worth or deservingness
γ°οΈ Lack mentality
γ°οΈ Imposter syndrome
No big deal, right?? π The good news is that you are supported at this time to do the work and this series wonβt come back around until 2042. It's a time for forging new paths, asserting boundaries, and cultivating relationships that support personal growth and authenticity.
Dates for this Aries/Libra eclipse series:
2023:
Eclipse series overlap so last year was a transition from closing out the Scorpio/Taurus series (all about self-worth, deservingness and money matters) and then understanding our baseline for where we were at for the Aries/Libra Series:
π€ April 19th π€β¨New Moon Solar Eclipse in Aries
π΅ May 5th π΅ β¨Full Moon Lunar Eclipse in Scorpio
π€ October 14th π€β¨New Moon Solar Eclipse in Libra
π΅ October 28th π΅ β¨Full Moon Lunar Eclipse in Taurus
2024:
This year is all about deep diving into the Aries/Libra themes and then we get dip a toe in the next series β Pisces/Virgo.
π€ March 25th π€β¨Full Moon Lunar Eclipse in Libra
π€ April 8th π€β¨New Moon Solar Eclipse in Aries
π§ββοΈ September 17th π§ββοΈβ¨Full Moon Lunar Eclipse in Pisces
π€ October 2nd π€β¨New Moon Solar Eclipse in Libra
2025:
This year closes out the Aries/Libra series and we go deeper into the Pisces/Virgo series. The Pisces/Virgo series invites us to embrace spirituality, intuition, and compassion while releasing perfectionism, over-analysis, and the need for control. It's a time for emotional healing, integration, and surrendering to the mysteries of life. Once we master the Aries/Libra balance of who we are in relation to others, we are ready to tackle the Pisces/Virgo themes.
π§ββοΈ March 14th π§ββοΈβ¨Full Moon Lunar Eclipse in Virgo
π€ March 29th π€β¨New Moon Solar Eclipse in Aries
π§ββοΈ September 7th π§ββοΈβ¨Full Moon Lunar Eclipse in Pisces
π§ββοΈ September 21st π§ββοΈβ¨New Moon Solar Eclipse in Virgo
So wtf is happening on March 25th for the Lunar Eclipse?
The Full Moon Lunar Eclipse in Libra will occur at 2:13am CDT on Monday, March 25th.
This eclipse invites us to examine the balance within our relationships, both romantic and platonic, and to confront any imbalances or conflicts that may be present. This could be something you have already been working on and therefore manifest as a form of validation. Alternatively it could be a moment of intensity where a particular conflict in relationship becomes escalated and can no longer be left unaddressed. Overall, it highlights the need to find harmony between our own desires and the needs of others, encouraging compromise and cooperation.
Emotionally, this eclipse may bring to light issues within relationships that need to be addressed or resolved. It can be a time of heightened sensitivity and awareness of the dynamics at play in our interactions with others. We may feel called to make adjustments in how we relate to others, seeking greater fairness, equality, and understanding.
On a collective level, this eclipse may also shine a spotlight on issues of justice, fairness, and social harmony. It can prompt discussions and actions aimed at creating a more equitable and balanced society.
This lunation is asking you:
- Where are you giving too much of your agency away and how are you going to stop doing that?
- What are the boundaries you need in place to not backslide into old patterns of people pleasing, codependency, etc?
What does this mean for me?
While this eclipse is all about relationships and partnerships and creating that balance, what house this activates in your chart will determine where this conflict is occurring. Read your sun and rising signs for more in-depth guidance on how this shows up for you.
Lunar Eclipse in Libra by the Sign
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