Did you ever wonder where the full cold moon got its name? The answers to that and ways to work with this cold energy, the moon sign it falls under, and card associated with this energy might be simpler than you think!!
As usual, my favorite place to get accurate moon information isThe Old Farmers Almanac.
Per the above article, the cold moon has its name because of the cold December weather. This moon has also been called the longest moon because of being so close to Winter Solstice which is the shortest amount of daylight. Not to confuse the two energies, as they carry some different significance, but solely for this article, the Full moon falls in Gemini.
Understanding what moon sign is at play is actually much easier than you might expect, as the energy is opposite of the Sun. People may look at these energies and aspects a bit differently, but what works for me to move into a rhythm is quite simple. When we are looking at moon energy, a quick guide could be that full moon energy can be quite effective for intentions to release what is no longer serving your highest good. What no longer is working, and most definitively, false beliefs that have been hindering you.
As this full moon falls in Gemini, those themes can be broken down further. The tarot card for Gemini is the Lovers. While most may look at a card such as this for love and relationships, it is important to understand that it is an "air" energy and ruled by the planet Mercury. This card, is truly about communication in all forms. How you speak to yourself and others. Geminis are social, witty and intelligent, but they tend to get a whole lot of ideas going at once making it sometimes difficult to stay the course. I know this because... well, Gemini here!!!
When we add in the energy of reflection of the full moon. As well as the winter wheel of quiet and going within, this allows for thought of how we communicate with ourselves and others. How does our mannerisms affect our love and passions? Where can we, like Gemini, be a bit more adaptable, and likewise, is there an area where we may be being too fickle? Looking within is not always easy, but so very worth it.
Some ways to work with or honor this energy:
Contrary to popular belief, you can honor, or not, in ways that come intuitively to YOU!! I share information as a guide, not as a gatekeeping!!
Some ways to hone in or honor this energy could be:
1. Tarot cards!! Of course, they are my number one go to. Tarot cards are a wonderful way to get a focal point, or guidance on what you need to know right now. A perfect way to reflect. As a bonus, further down in this article, I will give quick 1 card readings for your sign for todays full moon.
2. Journaling and automatic writing. I will be honest here, I am not much of a journaler. And if I do write, it's on media or to a friend, but many find that simply laying a pen to paper and starting to write opens up all sorts of surprising communication.
3. Actual ritual. A ritual can be as easy or as complex as you want to make it. Follow your intuition!! Here is a simple, yet powerful full moon ritual that you can try. Take a moment or a few and separate from any outside influences. Concentrate on your breathing. In and out times 3. Once centered, allow your focus to fall on a situation in your life. If there is a change you wish to make, you can write a behavior, or thought, on a bay leaf and then burn it. Follow up with an herbal bath. As the water drains, imagine anything you are releasing flowing down the drain with the water.
4. Reflection and self care.
My hope is that this short article allows for some understanding in connecting with the energy surrounding, and therefore yourself. And now, a mini tarot reading for your sign to possible help you out with a focal point for this full moon...
Aries: wheel of Fortune. The wheel turns continuously and acceptance is part of the key. The card of pivotal change and expansion also asks you to reflect on the next phase and how you most wish it to be
Taurus: 6 of wands. Achievement and recognition are true, but is it fame or glory that you strive for? I think not, you are being asked to reflect on your deepest beliefs and be the leader that you truly are
Gemini: page of pentacles: time to focus!! Allow The moon in this sign to show the way as to what needs deeper preparation versus base knowledge and you will be on the way to lasting growth
Cancer: 7 of cups. You are being asked to focus on the deeper meanings in the choices and options you have been looking at in order to be honest about the path you feel most called to take.
Leo: 3 of Cups: celebrations, your crowd and emotional growth. This full moon is asking you take a look at your social circle to ensure proper respect of those closest is being reciprocated. Your heart is in the right place, though, so don't be hard on yourself
Virgo: Ace of wands: excitement and passion are themes for you. You work so damn hard and it may be time to reflect on what lights a spark of passion in your life.
Libra: 10 of cups: fulfillment, family and dreams prevail. You are being asked to focus on what this means to you and release expectations in order to expand and find that truth. Be bold, be daring... yes... it awaits you in the future
Scorpio: 10 of pentacles: stability and all is well. Traditions. I feel that you are being asked to assess with this full moon energy, how you can be a bit more adaptable in certain areas in order for the most stable outcome. You wish for that stability, however more feeling aspects may be calling.
Sagittarius: Lovers, not unusual to appear as this is presenting for the full moon in Gemini!! Personal care and love versus outwardly care and love. You are being asked to look deeply into communication within self and with others in order to release any roadblocks to your own love and passion. The choice to how you go about this is yours. Included, though, is a very positive omen for good decisions.
Capricorn: knight of cups: offers and proposals of an emotional level, following your heart. This full moon, getting out of your comfort level to do what you enjoy is indicated. Reflect on some self care time as well. When you care for yourself, you are also open to care for others
Aquarius: 6 of swords: you are reflecting and learning how to overcome thoughts that were only construsive to short sighted thinking. This full moon energy allows for your thoughts to move on to a much calmer place wi the lasting progress
Pisces: queen of wands: Pisces, your deep, intuitive mind sometimes interferes with the facts and causes overwhelm. The moon in Gemini gives the energy to pause and get organized, therefore releasing any pessimism into courageous action
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