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A Gemini new Moon will greet us first thing Monday morning, inspiring fresh starts and new ideas to emerge. Combined with the Gemini Sun, Monday and Tuesday are ideal for making a wish for the future. A Cancer Moon holds court Wednesday through Friday, turning our thoughts to relationships and emotional balance. As the homebody sign of the zodiac, we’ll want to stop and restore order to our homes and surroundings to restore an even flow of energy. With the Leo Moon in charge over the weekend, we’ll be drawn to creating some “me” time to regroup and recharge. It will also inspire more social gatherings and communication over the phone or internet. Sunday is a great time to make sure all our social media platforms are current, as well as updating any apps or programs on our phones or computers so we have the latest tech available.

How to Do Shadow Work for Your Moon Sign, by Catherine Gerdes

(Article originally published in The Llewellyn Journal.)

Despite our perpetual focus on planets in astrology, there's one luminary that tends to take center stage in the eyes of modern mystics: the moon. The moon is a focal point for syncing manifestation practices, and it inspires celestial designs. And despite our perpetual attempts to capture its glow, it appears to not enjoy being photographed. But in astrological charts, the moon holds a deeper—and more personal—significance.

When interpreting this placement, the moon connects with our emotional realm. A tender energy, the moon reveals personal sensitivity, and it is a chart signature that can reveal psychic awareness. This placement can clue us in on our relationships with our mother and maternal figures in life. Just like any astrological placement, it doesn't have to be something to fix, but awareness of what our moon sign lends to our mood—and potential emotional reactivity—can help us temper our reactions or express more clearly. Ultimately, diving into the meaning of our moon sign, or performing shadow work, helps us move more consciously with this energy.

Aries Moon: Because of the sensitive nature of this luminary, this moon sign heightens the qualities of the Aries archetype. This amplifies the tendency to have a brisk nature, impulsive leanings, and intentional drive. A passionate moon sign, they pour into projects and people they find exciting. The guidance for an Aries moon is to avoid premature abandonment of situations before there's an opportunity to grasp it. If a trigger is ignited, they can be quick to exit. This makes Aries moons susceptible to regretting a fiery temper or leaving circumstances they may view as valuable in their future.

Taurus Moon: This moon sign is aware of each day's simple joys. This is someone who finds great value through their morning cup of coffee or the feel of a fabric or the taste of their favorite sweet treat. Known for dependability, a Taurus moon can have unwavering loyalty. But this devotion is tied to their shadow, as this moon sign can be stubborn. They like their routine, and they run the risk of valuing consistency to the detriment of their evolution. It's likely that their loved ones could persuade them out of this comfort zone. This moon sign would benefit to be sensitive to those nudges and approach the unknown with curiosity.

Gemini Moon: A Gemini moon is fascinated by life's many wonders. They can become captivated by interesting topics and new adventures with deep inquisitiveness. They may resonate as a student for life, intrigued by gathering information. They have an ability to float from topic to topic, and it is important for them to feel mentally stimulated in their relationships. They thrive in having options, but this can lead to indecision. A Gemini moon benefits from finding solid ground and committing to decisions. Leaving things up for chance or in a mysterious place can lead to conflict. Solidifying decisions may feel lackluster, but it can ensure the best outcomes.

Cancer Moon: In its domicile, the moon is comfortable in this sign. Highly sensitive, this moon may pick up on the sensations of others easily and identify as clairsentient. They feel another's story being shared as though it were their own. Occasionally, they can be disappointed when they discover that others are less sensitive. The shadow for this moon sign involves their expectation of others—hidden or revealed—to be as tender or intuitive in nature. Another focus for them is managing their feelings as they rise and fall (without suppressing them). Ultimately, the task for this moon sign is to reaffirm themselves and recognize that they have answers within.

Leo Moon: Creativity is medicine for a Leo moon. Feeling confident in expressing oneself is an indicator that a Leo moon is feeling well. While the desire to express or perform is often personal, sometimes, this moon sign can overprioritize external validation. There's no shame in desiring recognition or affection from others, but finding confidence within will be necessary for a Leo moon. Since this sign is connected to inner-child healing, investing in fun and playful activities from childhood can be soothing for this moon sign.

Virgo Moon: A Virgo moon has a keen awareness of their intuitive senses. This gut feeling can be tied to their day-to-day routines and wellness rituals. Incorporating this instinct in the kitchen, or through herbalism or gardening, is common. In relationships, mentally stimulating and grounded connections are fuel for Virgo moons. As an analytical sign, they benefit from steering clear of harsh self-criticism. The tendency may be to hold oneself to a standard that is not quite possible. Embracing imperfections is a sign of facing and embracing the shadow of this moon sign.

Libra Moon: Consideration is a superpower for this moon sign. Connections are at the forefront of their awareness, and they can develop a habit of self-sacrifice. Whether they forego their desire in order to keep the peace or to provide for others, the shadow for this sign can be indecision. Speaking for what they need and choosing to stand for what's right are important for this sign. And prioritizing taking initiative over freezing in uncertainty is a way to work with the shadow side of this moon sign.

Scorpio Moon: For Scorpio moons, their ability to dive deep into psychological depths is hard to match. They thrive through investigating topics and uncovering mysteries. This lends them an understanding of information that may be hidden from others. They have a wide emotional bandwidth, and this makes them empathetic space holders for others. But at times, they'll need to express—instead of hide—their own feelings. They benefit from having helpful emotional outlets, investigating family stories, and unraveling their conditioning.

Sagittarius Moon: Adventure is a panacea for this risk-taker of the zodiac. Ruled by a planet of expansion, they need to push past the boundaries that others project onto them. This is likely to appear through physical location, as they can crave the sense of liberation found through travel or living abroad. Escaping through books and others' stories can be emotionally soothing for them, too. Whether the journey is physical or mental, they're not meant to stay put. Satisfying their sense of adventure through calculated risks is a way to work with the shadow of this sign—so that they don't swing the pendulum from stagnancy to recklessness.

Capricorn Moon: Similar to the lessons of a Cancer moon, a Capricorn moon's life themes can revolve around parenting oneself. But for this moon sign, responsibilities can be weighty, and at times, they may feel unfair. Nourishing themselves will be key, and this includes tending to their emotional needs over prioritizing responsibilities or expectations of others. Taking a breather and choosing to rest are vital for this moon sign.

Aquarius Moon: As a mature air sign, connecting over shared ideals is important for establishing deep emotional bonds. Also, intellectualizing feelings can come naturally for them. Softening in their relationships and embracing vulnerability is key for maintaining healthy connections and working with the shadow of this sign—which can be perceived as icy or detached. Embracing sensitivity and initiating communication will pay off in relationships and is a way to work with the shadow of this sign.

Pisces Moon: A dreamy sign, this moon placement can be highly creative and have a deep intuitive knowing revealed in waking life or dream states. This is also a very sensitive sign with the keen awareness of how others are feeling before receiving evidence. Since this sign is on the axis of health and associated with the house of service, giving to others can bring this sign joy—and overextending themselves may come naturally. They can focus on the needs of others to a fault, and they'll need to be wary of disregarding healthy boundaries for the sake of their wellbeing.

Article originally published in The Llewellyn Journal. Copyright Llewellyn Worldwide, 2024. All rights reserved.

My son's father passed last year due to cancer. A few days after his death, he came into my dream. I was so happy to see him that I gave him a big hug. I do not remember him talking. He stayed there with me for few seconds and then walked away and disappeared. He was carrying something with him but I don't remember what. My son had the exact same dream. He was socializing with his father and then all of sudden, he left. My son awoke crying. I would like to dream of him again; can you help?

~Lucia

Susyn:

It is not uncommon for someone who has passed to make contact with their loved ones for a few days afterward. Typically, the living can see, feel and hear them either in their dreams or in an awake state. This usually continues until the time of the memorial service.

After that, there is typically a six to eight-week period of limbo wherein the living can't seem to feel their presence or connect with them. This seems to be a transition period when both the living and the person who has passed are adjusting to the shock of the changes that have occurred.

After that, the spirit's presence may again be sensed. You mention that your son's father came to both you and your son a few days after his passing, and now you would like to connect with him again. If the six to eight week period has passed, there are some things you can do to attract more experiences with him.

You don't mention your son's age, but if he is old enough, you may want to include him in these rituals. Typically, the younger a child is, the more in tune they will be with the spirit world. If your son is old enough to process, remember and describe his dreams, the two of you may benefit from trying to connect with his father together.

Start by setting up a special place like an altar where you can meditate and connect with your sonís father. You can place a picture of him and some of his personal possessions or objects that he liked in this space. Place two white candles on the altar. If you wish, you can also put some incense on it.

Pick a special time each day to sit at the altar. During this time, you can meditate on your departed loved one and then sit quietly and wait for messages from him. During this time, you can also ask him to come to you in your dreams or present any questions you may have for him.

It may take three or four sittings before you begin to sense his presence. Remember that the more you practice this ritual, the clearer his messages will become.

You can also try to program your dreams. To do this, make a request each night before you go to bed, asking that you be open enough to connect with your sonís father in your dreams. Your son can do the same.

Keep in mind as you perform these rituals that spirits can come to us in a variety of ways. You may experience certain smells that are connected with him that seem to come out of nowhere or turn on the radio or television and hear or see one of his favorite songs or shows. These are signs that he is near and sending you a message that he is okay.

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Mata:

I'm so sorry for your loss. I do want to reassure you that regular contact with a departed loved one is not only possible, it's fairly common. I know of a number of people who regularly enjoy dream visits with someone they love who has left this world. Others sense the presence of their loved one around them and carry on telepathic conversations with them. Still others have mastered the art of astral projection and regularly travel beyond the physical to interact with the departed.

I enjoy regular dream visits with my own deceased father, but I do need to note that I can't always control when this happens. It's a bit like calling someone on the phone; sometimes they are available to talk, and sometimes they aren't. There are things you can do that will help you to have many more visits with your departed husband, however.

The main thing is to spend a lot of time in an altered state of consciousness. Unfortunately, given the demands of daily life, for many people this is simply impractical. As a newly single mother of a young son, finding time for this may be your greatest challenge.

I think the most powerful thing you could do is begin to attempt to master astral projection, for even if you don't get out of your body, if you are able to get into the deep trance state essential to this practice, you will be in the ideal state for interacting with your son's father.

Basically, you want your body to be soundly asleep but your mind to be awake. This is not as easy as it may sound. The easiest way to get into this state is to essentially overindulge in sleep. One trick is to set your alarm for a couple of hours before you actually have to get up and allow yourself to hit the snooze button over and over again.

Most people find it is best if they have already had a full night's sleep before they begin this snooze and wake cycle; some find that it is easier for them to keep falling back into dreams if they are still somewhat tired. You'll have to experiment to find what works best for you.

It is also powerful to pray with all of your heart for the dream visits you desire, and to work with the law of attraction to manifest them. You could also sleep with something of your husband's such as his shirt. (If it still smells of him, all the better.) Every time you awaken, think of him and hold that object close as you drift back off to sleep.

If you make the time for this practice, I am confident that you will soon be having all sorts of interaction with your son's father.

Astrea:

Many times in life we hear, "You will always have what you NEED, but not necessarily what you WANT." Your spirit must have needed to experience the feeling of leaving your human body, and the suggestion in the next chapter of Sylvia Brown's book was all it took to get you there.

Even though you hadn't read it yet, your SOUL recognized the title of that chapter as something it had been seeking, and your soul, knowing that you had that reference to read after your experience, got with it and out you went!

While I don't usually recommend her books, Sylvia Brown has a wide reaching and powerful effect on lots of people. A Gemini like you would be able to relate easily to her writing and put it to good use. Synchronicity - you gotta love it!

I like your description of "getting caught." That's exactly what it feels like, isn't it? One minute you're free and hovering above the room, and the next minute, ZAP! back down into your corporeal form you go!

As a little kid, I loved that "feeling of return." With practice, most of the time we can control that event, but sometimes, when our physical ears hear a distracting noise or something else occurs to knock us back into reality, back we go. With practice you will be able to control your return better.

I find it interesting that you were visiting your mother-in-law and not someone in your own genetic family. Evidently, you and your husband got married for reasons that are even deeper than love. His family's interest in "psychic stuff" will nurture your children in such matters and help them to grow into their own abilities.

You'll never have to be concerned that when your daughter visits them, she'll be discouraged from exploring her own psychic life and power. My parents encouraged me to develop my psychic senses in a time when it wasn't nice to even discuss such things in public. Heck, it's STILL not considered a great topic at the dinner table in some families!

Your kids will get to talk about it ALL and ask questions and read and study. This is going to give them such an edge in life! Talk with your husband about how you want to present this to your kiddos, so that you are united in your approach and ready to tell them their experiences are all natural and okay.

A word or two of warning: Geminis often have difficulty staying grounded in REAL LIFE. Don't get so strung out on your ASTRAL life that you neglect what you're doing here on Earth.

You are at the beginning of a long journey to learn where your power really lies. Try to be patient with this process and take your time.