What’s Your Moon Sign, a Guide to Your Inner Self
Victoria Bearden
P.O. Box 1415
Solana Beach, CA 92075
(760) 634-1028
Victoria
Bearden
10/5/03
The Moon Sign
When someone asks you what sign you are they are really just asking what your Sun Sign is. This has to do with where the Sun is on the date of your birth. But there are a lot of other things in your birth chart that are just as interesting. The Moon was also in a sign at your date and time of birth. The Moon has to do with your inner nature, as opposed to your Sun Sign, which has to do with your conscious sense of self and basic energy drive. Let’s not underestimate the significance of the Sun Sign. It is the cornerstone of your chart. But the Moon can open many interesting doors to the inner dimensions of your psyche and is worth investigating.
What does your Moon Sign say about you?
The Moon Sign indicates a person’s emotional side. It is unconscious, instinctive, habitual, and receptive. The Moon has a lot to do with what makes you tick. The Moon Sign determines your emotional response to the outer world and other people. The Moon is your “vibe”. It is something other people sense about you, but perhaps don’t see on the surface. The Moon changes signs every 2 ½ days or so and if you haven’t ever had your chart done you will have to have an astrologer do one for you to get the definitive answer about what you Moon Sign is.
Instincts and habits: The Moon influences our instincts and habits. These are things you do that are autopilot; you don’t have to think about it, you just do it. For a Leo Moon person it might be letting loose and playing with kids. For a Cancer Moon person it might be cooking.
Needs: The Moon Sign can also let you know where you go to get your needs met. It can represent a deep inner place that you need to be fed. For an Aries Moon person it might be through adventure or challenge. For a Taurus Moon Person it could be sensual comfort.
Fears and phobias: The Moon Sign can also reveal unconscious fear or phobias. For a Virgo Moon person it might mean a fear of germs or illness. For a Gemini Moon person it might mean a fear of appearing stupid or uninformed.
Intimacy: The Moon Sign will indicate how you approach others on an emotional level and what your style of intimacy is. A Pisces Moon person will tend to be empathetic, caring, and accommodating. A Capricorn Moon person will tend to be cautious, serious, and responsible where love is concerned.
Where you live: Your Moon Sign can shed light on what kind of home you create. A Libra Moon person might be a natural interior designer, looking to create art and beauty all around them. A Scorpio Moon person wants security, a refuge, and privacy, which would be reflected in their domain.
Your
inner mother: The Moon represents the type of mother you
grew up with and what kind of mother or nurturer you have become.
A Scorpio Moon may have had a powerful, dominant, and even controlling
mom. An Aquarius Moon probably had an intellectual, individualistic
mom who could have been a little emotionally detached.
Your inner child: Your Moon Sign definitely reflects
your inner child. A Capricorn Moon might be a serious, scholarly,
introverted kid that needs more friends. A Sagittarius Moon is a kid
who thrives on competition, sports, and exploration.
Your inner Mystic: Your Moon Sign indicates areas where your Soul can really shine. For a Pisces Moon it could be art or social work, for a Virgo Moon is could be helping and healing others.
The Moon Through the Signs:
Aries: The Moon is a watery planet and is a bit uncomfortable in fire signs, particularly Aries, ruled by Mars, the god of war. For this reason Aries Moon people must make sure they aren’t unconsciously drawn to conflict, particularly in relationships. You have an inner need to be independent. You tend to become emotionally blocked without some kind of challenge or excitement. You respond to things quickly and have an instinct to lead. Your courage could inspire others. Key Word: Boldness, Basic Need: To seek creative challenges and explore their leadership.
Taurus: The Moon is quite content in earthy Taurus, which is ruled by another feminine emotional planet, Venus the goddess of love and beauty. Taurus Moon people desire comfort and security and often have a knack for creating it. They have the ability to be strong and steady for others. Taurus Moon people often have a powerful creative side. Their desire for stability sometimes makes them resistant to change. Key Word: Sensuality, Basic Need: To create a solid base from which to create from.
Gemini Moon: Whenever the Moon is in an Air Sign, like Gemini there is a need to get past the thinking process into the emotions. Gemini’s have a strong inner need to communicate and quench their boundless curiosity. They can tend to get nervous and antsy if they aren’t busy. They often have good imaginations and can get into their inner thoughts through writing, which they are often talented at. Emotionally they can be a bit fickle or distant at times. Key Word: Curiosity, Basic Need: To use their creative intelligence for something they can share with others.
Cancer Moon: The Moon rules Cancer so this is a comfortable fit. Cancer Moon types are very sensitive to the feelings of others and are emotionally driven beings. They often seek out relationships where they can nurture the other person. There is a need to bond and connect. Finding an outlet for creativity and imagination is a must. They, like Taurus Moon people, thrive on security and home. Strong ties to the mother are indicated. Key Word: Nurturing, Basic Need: To create a sense of family and closeness in their lives.
Leo Moon: Leo is another bold Fire Sign and the Moon in Leo suggests an inner desire to be noticed and admired. There is often much creative and dramatic energy lurking inside that needs some form of expression. This could be theatre, art, or music. Leo Moon people have an affinity to young people and have the ability to be great teachers and coaches of kids. Leo Moon people like things to be steady and stable, but still need a sense of drama and excitement to be happy. Key Word: Expressive, Basic Need: To find an outlet that allows their sense of joy and playfulness to come alive.
Virgo Moon: Virgo is another slightly uncomfortable Moon Placement, as Virgo is ruled by Mercury, like Gemini, and is more intellectual than emotional. Virgo Moon folks can get unconsciously addicted to order and perfection. They appreciate things that are pure and healthy. They have a need to be of service to others and often go into professions where healing is involved. They are often happiest when doing productive or creative work. They need to let others care for them more. Key Word: Purity, Basic Need: To find meaningful work they can put their heart and creativity into.
Libra Moon: Another airy Moon Sign Libra Moon people need to make sure they are in touch with their real feelings, not just their ideals and dreams. Libras have a great deal of sensitivity to the attitudes and reactions of others. Libra Moon people thrive on connection and like to share ideas and talk. They have strong artistic instincts that can be used in writing or artistic pursuits. Sometimes they will sacrifice their true needs in order to maintain harmony in a relationship. Key Word: Relating, Basic Need: To have harmony in relationships and improve and/or beautify their environment.
Scorpio Moon: Not the world’s easiest Moon sign, these people have very deep, powerful emotions and are quite intense. Sometimes Scorpio Moon people have had to struggle through some adversity in their early life. They are strong and resourceful and will be unshakably loyal if they love you. Occasionally Scorpio Moon folks will become jealous and extreme in relationships. Scorpio Moon people often have a gift for counseling and healing, as they seem to be able to see what’s going on beneath the surface of things. Key Word: Intensity, Basic Need: A sense of deep bonding in relationships and powerful experiences.
Sagittarius Moon: This fiery Moon sign is restless and energized by nature. Occasionally this can make it hard for them to settle down in a relationship. Some Sagittarius Moon people are fascinated with travel and new experiences and can become a bit like gypsies. They need to study, to know, and to grow. Emotionally they are idealistic and extroverted, which could be a challenge for more moody sensitive types. Nature, animals, and the outdoors are a wonderful refuge for Sag Moon folks. Key Word: Exploration, Basic Need: A way to explore new horizons and experience new ideas.
Capricorn Moon: The sign Capricorn is ruled by serious Saturn and is exactly opposite the sign of Cancer, which rules the Moon. As you might imagine, Capricorn is not the most comfortable Moon Sign. The Moon wants to be watery and emotional and Capricorn wants to be serious and practical. Cappy Moon people are have strong inner resources and can endure hardship. They often put their emotional needs to the side and take a more parental, responsible role in their relationships with others. Getting in touch with and expressing feelings is a must for these people. They naturally gravitate to people who are deep, scholarly, and serious. Key Word: Endurance, Basic Need: To open up to a relationship they can trust and put their power and depth to good use in the world.
Aquarius Moon: This is another airy Moon Sign with a strong intellectual side. Aquarius Moon thrives on connection to people but sometimes fears they will lose their freedom if their relationships become too deep. They are drawn to things that are unusual and unique and have a knack for attracting eccentric people into their lives. People are drawn to them and sense they are open to sharing ideas. They may have trouble dealing with people who are emotionally demanding or overly emotionally sensitive, preferring to deal with emotions in a more intellectual way. Key Word: Free Spirit, Basic Need: To connect with people socially and use their ideas to inspire change.
Pisces Moon: Last of the watery Moons, Pisces Moon people are extremely emotionally sensitive and often psychically aware. They are impressionable and sometimes let others influence them too much. Born helpers and healers, they also need to learn to take care of their own needs instead of always focusing on the needs of others. They often have natural creative gifts in art, music, photography, and acting. They are physically sensitive as well and must strive to balance their health. Key Word: Intuitive, Basic Need: Love and romance with good boundaries and creative self-expression.
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