If Wishes were Fishes: Sturgeon Supermoon Full Moon in Aquarius
If Wishes were Fishes: Sturgeon Supermoon Full Moon in Aquarius
August 19th Sturgeon Full moon will be a Supermoon. A Supermoon is when the moon is at closest point to the Earth, a phenomenon known as an extreme perigee. A Perigee station lends the Moon appear even larger than the normal Full Moon. It will also be a rare blue supermoon. A blue moon is when four full moons in a single season, in this case summer. This will be the third Super in a row. (The next is September 18th).
This Supermoon is In the sign of Aquarius. It derives the Sturgeon name from the time when those fish are caught in Great Lakes in the summer season.
Aquarius, the visionary of Astrology, looks for the best of outcomes and strives to produce them in the lives of those around them. At its best, Aquarius is idealistic, Innovating Imaginative. At its worst it contradictory, aloof and opinionated
The Moon represents one’s basic needs; food, shelter, support, security. It doesn’t tend to dwell on anything beyond immediate concerns, deeming the pursuit of anything other than basics insignificant. Coupling the visionary power of Aquarius with the nurturing; emotional energy of the Moon governs, its idealistic and radical nature not the petty details.
On the other hand, the Moon being suffused with the far-sighted energies of Aquarius, can look ahead to that which you and your loved ones may require in the long term. It’s not enough to acquire food; what work must you do to get that food? Is it time to change your home to make it more comfortable? What changes do you need to make in the outer world that reflect the better aspects of the inner? These next three days will acquaint you with just such concerns.
Full Moons are an excellent time to begin important endeavors. Engage in such activities as writing a proposal, starting a business, and so on. The Moon, at its peak, fosters a helpful energy which” feeds” into projects and ones’ works. Bear in mind we have a Mercury Retrograde in Leo till August 28th, which will at points oppose the moon, so be flexible in your efforts.
Aquarius, addressing needs will play a vital part of the next three days. You are both urged and encouraged to look directly at personal concerns and give them priority over your expectations for others .Bear in mind we have a Mercury Retrograde so go with the flow.
Leo, this full moon will ask you to confront the new you. What are the roles you are now playing? What must you embrace heartily and what must you discard? Be prepared to do so in a radical way.Bear in mind we have a Mercury Retrograde so try not be rigid in your plans.
Taurus and Scorpio, some poignant matter in your life may require addressing. What needs fixing or tending in your life? Solving some problem at this time may open the path to some important discovery or breakthrough. The Mercury Retrograde may effect you plans so b e flexible.
The Sturgeon Full Moon is a time to catch that which feeds and nurtures your highest ideals. As you negotiate the lofty realms of Aquarius, draw in that which most meets your needs.
Aeion is a professional astrologer and tarot card reader with 35+ years of experience. His approach is based in the belief that divination should be in employed to enhance ones' life experiences, not just to predetermine them. Let Astrology and Tarot be your tools for better living.
