ARIES NEW MOON April 18, 2015 + START UP!

ARIES+NEW+MOON=START UP!

The ARIES NEW MOON is about ACTION and MOVING FORWARD with energy and decision. Aries is the first sign of the zodiac and correlates with putting our ideas and projects into action: forward motion.

TAURUS+MARS+ALLY=RESOURCES!

MARS, the *ALLY of Aries, is in earthy TAURUS which is related to our resources, material needs and money.

This pairing of Aries and Taurus brings a particular flavor to this fiery new moon. As we set in motion our burst of Aries vitality and action, let's be mindful of our resources and tangible concerns on all levels: physical, mental and emotional.

"As your fire for action burns, make sure your resources are replenished as needed."

The ARIES NEW MOON takes place on April 18 at 2:56 PM EST when both sun and moon "meet" in the sky initiating a new lunation cycle, which happens every 28/29 days. Each time the cycle starts up in a different part of the sky, bringing a different 'quality' we can align with. This month's rendezvous takes place in fiery ARIES.

The time of the new moon is a powerful moment of introspection where we set our INTENT or INTENTION for that cycle.

RITUAL for the ARIES NEW MOON

Find a moment over this weekend to SET YOUR INTENTION for the new ARIES cycle. Bear in mind this is a cycle of action and moving forward in your life (Aries) while keeping in mind your need to replenish your resources and to be mindful of your money and belongings (Taurus). Find creative ways to integrate both!

*The ALLY = MARS + ARIES

Each sign has a corresponding planet, the moon or the sun with which it shares similar qualities. In traditional astrology this is called the sign's regent. I am calling it: the ALLY. For example, the planet MARS and ARIES share the quality of ACTION. As in life, the ally can be supportive or detrimental according to its placement. Eg: Mars is now in Taurus, an earth sign which is focused on replenishing resources. Taurus can work together with Aires by bringing a sense of groundedness to one's actions.

In our "TRAIL OF NEW MOONS" we are exploring the path of new moon qualities along the year 2015 and we are connecting to the story-line they weave. At each station of this journey we find inspiration to move forward, to reflect on the past, and to ground what is meaningful in our lives. We examine the archetypes of the zodiac, planetary mythology and the placement of each new moon in our natal charts, and we correlate all this with our personal life experiences.

Aries Symbol

FULL MOON April 4, 2015 + ECLIPSE

Total Lunar Eclipse - Full Moon - Aires/Libra axis

The full moon is when the sun and the moon are opposite each other in the sky. As the sun sets in the western horizon, the moon starts to rise in the east. Sometimes at this time the earth casts its shadow on the moon and produces a lunar eclipse - this will happen on April 4, 2015.


This full moon takes place on the Aries/Libra axis highlighting a polarity between self and other, action and balance. The sun in fiery Aries correlates to vigorously pushing forward at the initiation of a new cycle, and putting one’s desires into action. The moon in Libra correlates with feeling the need to find balance in one’s life and the importance of relationships. This is the polarity we need to integrate at this new moon.


This eclipse is significant because it happens just 1degree away from the Uranus/Pluto tug that has been going on since June 2012 and which has corresponded with a time of great change and intensity in the collective and individual arena of consciousness. This full moon gives us a last nudge to release and let go of old patterns that could potentially hold us back.


We now move into a time where we can integrate the changes and insights of these past 3 years. And here is where this Full Moon is important as it represents the power of a new beginning (Aries) together with the awareness of how to bring balance and harmony into our lives (Libra).


THEMES


Propelling our individual projects into action (Aries) and awareness of our relationships (Libra).


QUESTIONS we may want to ponder on:


1- Looking back at these past 3 years, can I see all the changes in my life? Can I own the fire of my vitality and move forward in my life and remain in touch with my inner drive and passion? ARIES: I AM


2- Can I simultaneously make a pause to breathe and realize what adjustments I need to make to bring balance into my life, on a physical, emotional, cognitive and inspirational level? And in my relationships with others? LIBRA: I AM WITH OTHERS