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New Moon in Gemini
The moon will be new this Saturday June 17 in the airy sign of Gemini at 11:37 pm CST; if you’re on the east coast this new moon will occur on Sunday June 18 at 12:37 am. New moons are the perfect time to set new intentions and make wishes. The day before the new moon is the dark moon. The dark moon is a time when our psychic vibe is on high so it’s the perfect time to give yourself an oracle or tarot card reading.
Full Moon in Sagittarius
The moon is on her way to being full this Saturday June 3 in the fiery sign of Sagittarius at 10:42 pm CST. Full moons occur every month when the sun and moon are in opposite signs at the exact same degree. For this particular full moon the sun will be at 13 degrees Gemini while the moon will be in the opposite sign of Sagittarius at 13 degrees. Full moons can create a sense of tension and instability. Our goal during a full moon is to find a sense of balance. Full moons can bring situations to completion and they can cast light on what was previously hidden in our lives.
Gift Guide for Gemini
Welcome to the world of Gemini, the sign of the Zodiac that falls between May 21 to June 20. As a mutable air sign with the ruling planet of Mercury, Gemini people have a deep passion for excitement, and they approach life with vigor and enthusiasm. They are naturally inquisitive and highly intellectual, absorbing new information like a sponge. They are extremely talkative and outgoing, always eager to engage and communicate with those around them.
New Moon in Taurus
The moon is on her way to being new this Friday May 19 in the earthy sign of Taurus at 10:53 am CST. New moons occur every month when the sun and moon are in the same sign at the exact same degree. New moons are linked to new beginnings. New moons are the perfect time to set new intentions and make wishes. The day before the new moon is known as the dark moon, this is a time of letting go and clearing out. During the dark moon our psychic vibe is on high so this is also a great time each month to get out your oracle or tarot deck and give yourself a reading for the upcoming month.
Full Moon Lunar Eclipse in Scorpio
The moon is on her way to being full this Friday May 5 in the deep and watery sign of Scorpio at 12:34 pm CST. Full moons occur every month when the sun and moon are in opposite signs at the exact same degree; for this full moon the sun will be at 14 degrees Taurus while the moon will be in the opposing sign of Scorpio at 14 degrees. Full moons have a tense energy about them where we can feel like we are being pulled in two different directions. Our goal during a full moon is to find a sense of balance while we get gut level honest about how we are feeling.
Gift Guide for Taurus
Our Taurus friends are born between April 21 and May 21. Taurus is an earth sign, ruled by the planet Venus. This earthy element is also a fixed sign which can give them great stamina and focus to see things through. Taureans can be both gentle and fierce, stubborn and sensual, dependable, and affectionate. Since Taurus sun signs have such a strong connection with the earth, crystals are a strong support for them.
New Moon Solar Eclipse in Aries
The moon is on her way to being new this Wednesday April 19 in the fiery sign of Aries at 11:13pm CST. New moons occur every month when the sun and moon are in the same sign at the same exact degree; in astrology this is known as a conjunction. For this lunation the sun and moon are both in the last degree of Aries at 29 degrees.
Full Moon in Libra
The moon is on her way to being full this Wednesday April 5 in the airy sign of Libra at 11:34 pm CST. Full moons occur every month when the sun and moon are in opposite signs at the exact same degree. For this lunation the sun will be at 16 degrees Libra so the moon will be in the opposite sign of Libra at 16 degrees. Full moons create a sense of tension and instability. Our goal during a full moon is to find a sense of balance. Full moons can bring situations to completion and they can cast light on what was previously hidden in our lives.
Gift Ideas for Aries
Aries sun signs are born between March 21 and April 19. They are a fire sign and their ruling planet is Mars. Those under this sign are brave, impulsive, and sometimes impatient – Ah, but they can be a lot of fun. Arians have a tendency to act first and think later. Yet this fire sign can teach us to say yes to life and all of its adventures.
New Moon in Aries
The moon is on her way to being full this Tuesday March 21 in the fiery sign of Aries at 12:23 pm CST. New moons occur every month when the sun and moon are in the same sign at the exact same degree; this is called a conjunction in astrology. For this particular lunation the sun and moon will be conjunct at 0 degrees Aries. Th new moon in Aries is the most potent new moon of any year because both new moons and the sign of Aries are linked to new beginnings. This makes the wishes and intentions you set on this particular new moon extra powerful. Giving this new moon an extra boost of energy are the planets Mercury, Chiron and Jupiter all of which are in the sign of Aries.
Unlocking the Sacred Power of Spring Equinox Rituals
The Spring Equinox is a celebration that marks the beginning of spring and the end of winter. It occurs when the sun passes through the equator, resulting in equal amounts of night and day. This usually takes place around March 20-21 in the northern hemisphere and September 22-23 in the southern hemisphere. The science behind the spring equinox is that it marks when the Earth's axis tilts neither toward nor away from the sun.
19 Stones For Luck
Energy crystals and gemstones have long been used for good luck. They are believed to emit certain energy fields when placed in the vicinity of a person, which can help to act like good luck charms and attract auspicious events, such as love, money, or health. Each type of crystal or gemstone has its own unique properties and they are chosen based on the type of good fortune you're looking for. Let’s look at the best crystals for good luck, the ones that are most effective when we understand their properties and use them correctly.