Ah, the mighty, moody moon. Symbol of the internal and the maternal, the compass point of our shadow selves and the source of our survival mechanisms, that milky sky dime that pulls the tides, conjures menstruation and inspires howling, pining, and poetry of varying degrees of bearable.
Within the birth chart, astrologers look to the light of the ever-loving moon to determine attachment styles and the behaviors we revert to when in crisis. To find out your moon sign, use a reputable birth chart calculator or moon sign generator.
Once you’ve got a lasso on your lunar identity, read on to learn how to make it a remedy.
The moon as a coping mechanism
Aiding us in our understanding of this pockmarked luminary is the brilliant bespectacled astrologer Babs Cheun who leverages her cosmic wisdom, “for quarterly planning, vibe checks, and taking down the patriarchy.”
Cheung tells the Post, “The moon sign represents our emotional world, one that is private and only seen by very few. We all wear masks when we’re out and about, and when that mask is removed when we’re home alone or with people we trust, what’s left is the moon sign.”
Cheung maintains that while the sun indicates our consciousness and essential identity the moon is the key to unlocking the subconscious soul. “Understanding your natal moon sign during times of challenge and struggle helps to give insight into how to relieve stress, cope with tough situations, and get back to a neutral state.”
The moon; that milky sky dime that pulls the tides, conjures menstrual blood and inspires howling, pining, and poetry of varying merit.
Read on to learn more about the coping mechanism best suited to soothing your moon sign.
Cheung recommends that Aries find their path to peace through physical exertion, “Moving energy or feelings is a matter of moving the body. For these lunar natives, running or doing a challenging exercise will do wonders for the mind, leaving them with clarity and ways to move forward.”
Taurus moon natives are urged to revert to ritual comforts. Cheung tells the Post, “When emotions are running high or tensions are building, retreating to self-care is the best option. Whether it’s a 20-minute nap, steeping your favorite cup of tea, or doing a moisturizing sheet mask, these small rituals will help put you back into ease.”
For this Mercury-ruled moon, communication is key. Cheung explains, “You’ll find safety in a community, on or offline, Gemini. If you feel comfortable recording your woes and posting it on social media, go for that. On that same note, scrolling through accounts that make you feel inspired, like travel or lifestyle content can also help to release stress.”
Cancer moons may have sharpened instincts about what they need when a crisis crops up. Cheung advises, ” If there’s a hobby that brings you comfort, go do that. Whether it’s baking or going into a cocoon and watching rom-coms, because Cancer is ruled by the moon, people with this placement will have a specific idea on how to nurture and take care of themselves.”
Leo moons are advised to lead with and live by the principle of play, “Do something creative or an activity that lets your inner child play! Think adult jungle gym or trampoline park, or even taking out those art supplies and making some new paintings. If all that seems too daunting, don’t underestimate a good dance session. Turn on your favorite song, and dance it out.”
Scrub your way to emotional satisfaction is the name of the game for Virgo moons. Chenug expounds, “Have you ever heard of stress cleaning? This was made famous thanks to a Virgo moon (I bet). Work out the anxious energy with a cleaning or organizational task and before you know it you’ll be left with a home and mind free of clutter.”
Fitting for the sign of partnership, lunar Libras are advised to seek out the counsel and company of others after first establishing consent. Chenug advises, “Lean on a friend to vent about your struggles. Of course, make sure they can support you at this time. Being the friend who vents to people unwarranted isn’t the best idea if you want to keep your friend status.”
The moon is said to be in its fall in the sign of Scorpio and these lunar babies would do well to burn bright til the bad feelings are burned out. Cheung recommends, “Plot your revenge. Totally kidding! There are a few ways that Scorpio can relieve stress: one is with a consenting partner IYKYK and the other is taking a burning hot, hotter-than-the-sun shower, bath, or finding a steam room and hanging out there for a bit. Crying isn’t necessary but let it out if it comes up. And if you feel called to, do a combination of the two.”
Sagittarius moons can mitigate life’s highs and lows with detours of the mental and physical variety. Cheung tells the Post, “When things are rough, find a sweet escape which can mean planning a trip or booking a flight at a moment’s notice. Catch flights not feelings right? When the budget is tight, opt for a low escape like reading a thrilling book, or learning about a new subculture or esoteric philosophy to live by.”
As the moon sign of the proverbial grind, Capricorn can get right by getting to work. Cheung advises, “Go to your favorite spreadsheet or list and start checking off boxes. While I’m partly kidding, most of the time, the stress that eats away at a Capricorn moon is the feeling of losing control. At least in a spreadsheet you know all the variables, finding order in chaos is the only way a Capricorn Moon can feel stable after feeling unnerved.”
Cheung recommends Aquarius goes out and gets it out, “Reach out to your greater community. Similar to Gemini, if you feel safe posting your feelings, go for that. If not, find your most eccentric and different-minded friend and ask them for their point of view. The more POVs Aquarius Moon gets, the easier it is for them to find different ways to look at their situation.
Pisces is the domain of pain and poetry and Cheung’s recommended moon mechanism reflects that spirit, “With such a sensitive placement, these natives need to separate themselves from others and turn on a favorite melancholy playlist with the hopes that they can let out wailing cries. If you are musical, play an instrument or sing those emotional power ballads.”
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