THE INSPIRATIONAL BLUE MOON IN PISCES

AN ASTRONOMICAL DELIGHT

on AUGUST 30, 2023

Many of you, stargazers and astrologers alike, eagerly anticipate the rare and delightful occurrence of a Blue Full Moon - a second full moon within the same calendar month. Chalk your calendars for August 30, 2023, as the cosmos bestows upon us the mysterious Blue Moon bathing in the fantastical aura of Pisces. The Moon's journey through the constellation Pisces allows us to delve deep into the realm of our emotions, innermost dreams, and intuitive capacities. The earthy Virgo Sun in opposition accentuates the ethereal Pisces Moon, creating a soothing balance between the physical and the spiritual world.

KEY INTENTIONS:

Embrace this celestially charged evening to focus your intentions on introspection and spiritual growth. Pisces, the last sign of the zodiac, encapsulates the wisdom of all preceding signs and symbolizes endings as well as new beginnings. Set your intentions this night for unlocking empathy, embracing vulnerability, and fostering spiritual growth.

AFFIRMATIVE POWER:

Recite affirmations of acceptance, letting go of internal hindrances and welcoming emotional healing. As you let the celestial light bathe your senses, repeat potent phrases like, "I honor my intuition," "I am open to spiritual growth," or "I am connected with the divine universe."

MEDITATIONAL JOURNEY:

As the night unfurls its mystical allure, embark on a meditational journey. Find a serene spot under the moonlit sky and capture the magical energy around. Visualize the confident radiance of the Sun meeting the intuitive coolness of the Moon, striking a balance within you. With each breath, let your spirit harmonize with universal intelligence.

EXPLORING THEMES:

Pisces encourages us to explore themes of dreams and subconscious thoughts, urging us to access our inner wisdom. The Blue Full Moon, emblematic of double energetic potential, illuminates our inner realm, pushing the boundaries of our spiritual understanding. Conjuring emotions, intuition, and transcendental understanding, this lunar event allows us to delve into the mysteries of our psyche.

JOURNAL PROMPT:

Engage in reflective journaling to encapsulate your thoughts and feelings during this event. An inspiring prompt to explore might be, "What dreams and subconscious thoughts surfaced during this magical lunar event, and how can they carve out a fulfilling path for my future?" 

The Blue Moon in Pisces is a journey into the self's profound depths, a night for profound connection and emotional discovery. Harness the extraordinary power of this celestial confluence for spiritual expansion, inner peace, and intuitive awakening. As we bathe in the soft glow of this Blue Moon, remember, we are but stardust, eternal in the symphony of the cosmos.

Cherina Okikilo Shaw, M.S., M.Ed.