Robin's Zodiac Zone February 17th-23rd, 2019: Full Moon in Virgo & Pisces Season

Virgo Full Moon opens up a world of freedom and is a huge change agent! Tuesday morning 10:54 am ET, adjust for your time zone. The Sun journeys to Pisces at 6:04 pm ET on Monday, the 18th and the last third of winter begins.

Restorative Yoga with Aromatherapy and Reiki happens again on Saturday April 6th, 2-4 pm with Addie (aka Adrienne) Powers Johnson offering reiki to all. Sign up at Scarborough Maine Yoga online or in studio. Also I think there are a few spaces left in Tarot Reading/Yoga Nidra Journey mini retreat on March 2nd, also at Scarborough Yoga. Read more about each workshop at this link.

I hope you enjoy the changes this Pisces cycle brings! The world (this country) is insane right now, and Uranus promises that will continue until there is radical breakdown and later a restructuring. It's necessary that we go through this destruction/recreation cycle, the work of the mythological Goddess Kali. All the while, on the inside, you are love, you are peace. And you can offer Love and Peace everywhere in every situation. Tap into your own wellspring of all that is good!

Robin

photo by Tracy Payne
Portland, Maine's East End is the site of Maine YogaFest June 28th-30th. See robinivy.blogspot.com for info on my teacher training and workshop there.

Sunday: We are in the Full Moon aura, warming up for Tuesday's Virgo Full Moon. Leo Moon time begins at 10:21 am ET after about one hour void of course. It's a day of significant squares, which usually indicate challenges and things to be faced. Leo is the sign of courage and strength. Mars and Uranus are fiery planets squaring the fire sign Moon. All may seem amped up, dynamic, and activated. Like all things, this can be felt negatively like confrontation or adversarial, or positively like enthusiasm and high energy. Today's color is Orange, color of creative thinking and collaboration.

Monday: Leo Moon and the Sun moves to Pisces at 6:04 pm ET. Babies born earlier are Aquarius and from 6:04 on are Pisces. Both Leo and Pisces are open hearted signs. Pisces is the more emotional and Leo you might call the generous one. In both personal and public ways we may extend our talents, gifts and blessings to others today. Venus meets Saturn in Capricorn. Relationship agreements and terms come together. The Sun aligns with Uranus for one last blast before moving to Pisces. It's an inspiring and revolutionary aspect intended to change things. I felt that needed bold so you don't skim past it. Uranus is the major planetary player during this late winter time, and about to move to Aries where a retrograde began months ago. Uranus is now direct at the end of Aries, moving in early March during the New Moon. Uranus is also the planet most closely associated with tomorrow's Full Moon. Revolutionary, radically different, alternative, unexpected, breaking paradigms, sometimes breaking all down to be reformed and rethought, those are descriptions of the Uranus effect.
Leo Moon aligns with Jupiter to open the mind as well as the heart. Their combined energy is expansive and altruistic. Today's color is Gold.

Tuesday: Full Moon lands on the first degree of Virgo, sign of service to humanity, at 10:54 am ET. The Moon is void in Leo for less than an hour before moving to Virgo at 9:47 am ET. Overnight Mercury and Neptune meet in Pisces (gentle and creative ideas and conversations). Mercury also aligns with Saturn at 9:39 pm ET indicating something will come of the discussions and efforts we put forth now. Decisions are likely and have the qualities of commitment and willingness to contribute in  the best ways we know how. Uranus and Mars are the planets most active with Full Moon. Uranus is in Aries, still very fiery and sometimes argumentative (look at the national news and you can see this clearly). Mars is in early degrees of Taurus, strong and persistent. Because of Uranus this Full Moon has a theme of freedom and liberation, moving away from restrictions and outworn ideas. Mars adds a constructive, rebuilding element. Notice what needs to be scrapped and broken down, what is released or what you are released from, and how things begin to take shape again. Virgo Moon has qualities of versatility, productivity, flow, resourcefulness, and willingness to help and offer whatever you can. Today's color is White.

Wednesday: Virgo Moon and a whole variety of aspects today. Full Moon news and business rolls out into the open. Active problem solving is likely. Feelings are present with planets and Sun in Pisces, and doing something to channel them and release stress in favor of helping or giving is healthy. Take care of physical and mental health. Void Moon begins 8:52 pm ET, a good night to do less. Wear Navy Blue.

Thursday: After void time from 8:52 pm ET on Wednesday, the Moon shifts to Libra at 9:17 am ET. The Full Moon is giving way to waning Moon. Watch as it dissolves night by night. Libra Moon generally relates to partnerships and collaborations. Schedule one on one time with someone important to you, either for business or pleasure. Today's color is Pink.

Friday: An active Libra Moon square to 3 planets in Capricorn including Venus. Venus meets Pluto in Capricorn. The planet of relationship, harmony, and sense of beauty encourages you to see the beauty in yourself, to find a sense of peace around something. This may be the result of coming to terms or agreement within yourself or with someone or something else. Deep thoughts and feelings around partnership, roles and relationships are highlighted and arise. Capricorn is a practical sign, so this isn't overly sentimental. It may help some to move on from what has to/had to change. There are a number of squares in the zodiac so there may be big or small sticky points to resolve and figure out. Today's color is Lavender.

Saturday: First, Libra Moon is opposite Uranus in Aries and anything related to this week's Full Moon can be activated and revisited. In relationships, this can lead to big change. Matters of justice, legal proceedings, and progressive changes all play in strongly to this opposition and this week. Void Moon begins with that opposition, at 10:11 am ET. At 10:56 am the Moon moves to Scorpio where there will be harmony with the Pisces Sun and an opposition to Mars. Expect intensity. Mercury is aligned with Pluto. Today looks like a long term decision time, and relates to things that have been in the works for a long while as well. Notice what is revealed, awakened, made public. Today's color is Black.

Robin's Zodiac Zone April 6th to 12th, 2017 (Full Moon in Libra)

Thursday: Saturn retrograde starts at 1:06 am EST. Certain life matters, reflection on aging and the wisdom of experience require processing time now. Educational decisions and plans may be harder than you'd expect and we could experience travel restrictions on a global level. Sagittarius is the sign of philosophy, freedom, global travel and higher education. Patience could be wise and necessary during this period, especially when Mercury is also retrograde starting Sunday. Leo Moon void of course  from 8:16 pm to Friday 12:20 am EST. Many aspects of the Moon include themes of longevity, loyalty, promises and commitments. Be true to your word. With Mars trine Pluto, determination comes from deep inside. Be authentic and honorable with your motivation and motives. Today's color is Indigo.

Friday: Virgo Moon 12:20 am EST, trine to Mercury on the brink of retrograde. Temporary problem solving and versatile thinking will help until more permanent plans can be made.  The Sun opposes Jupiter, emphasizing self interests vs partnership, individuality vs compromise, and equality and harmony in the processes. Are you overdoing or going too far or pressuring someone? Determine what needs to be done now and what can wait, in terms of both actions and discussions. Taking a step back may be helpful. Today's color is Brown.

Saturday: Virgo Moon with multiple aspects. Be practical as much as possible. Stay close to the earth and grounded in tasks or creations.  Venus squares Saturn retrograde. As we move toward Libra Full Moon, love, partnership, and one on one relationships where there's (supposed to be) interdependence and co-ownership come strongly into focus. If there's imbalance and disharmony, situations will peak and feel the stress required to break them down or push to change.  The Sun squares Pluto. Conflicting ideas, matters of who's in charge and power plays come up with that square. Be wary of  manipulative actions and behavior during this period of time (all week). It might feel like you're just spinning the wheels and going nowhere, in which case it makes more sense to pause and conserve your energy. Black is today's color. 

Sunday: Mercury retrograde starts, lasting until May 3rd. Use extra care with schedules, details, and choice of words. Matters of stability and security are likely to create anxiety or stress of another kind. Uncertainty is a challenge, and temporary plans are more advised than permanent decisions. It's not the best time for final word on anything.  Libra Moon starts at 8:34 am EST after about 4 hours void of course. The Virgo Moon prior is opposite Venus and square to Saturn (both are retrograde), challenging us in relationship matters. Full Moon warmup is on too. The intensity level is peaking all the way around. Today's color is Lavender.

Monday: Full Moon will be exact on Tuesday EST at 2:08 am (so for Pacific time it's technically on Monday). It's in Libra, sign of justice, balance and partners. Today the Moon meets Jupiter in Libra. This Full Moon has a theme of growth in love and partnership, also whether you can grow together or not.  All relationship matters, concerns, or collaborations are spotlighted during this Full Moon. Aim for realism, fair outcomes, and mutual respect as well as maximum potential. What is your relationship concern or message? The first thing that comes to mind is probably the area to contemplate. remember all this retrograde activity makes it a better time to explore and experiment rather than make a long term change. Can you sit with your feelings during this Full Moon? Can you avoid reacting too recklessly or impulsively? In some cases you've done that and it's time. But give yourself a 'minute' in intense situations. There's a good deal of change in the air. take it slow. Today's color is White.

Tuesday: Full Moon in Libra opposes the Sun and Uranus and is sextile to Saturn. Some news will seems to come from out of the blue, and there could be impulsive moves (though that's not recommended.) If you find yourself in a surprising situation or conversation, stop, observe, and use your finest judgement before responding.  The Moon is void at 2:19 pm EST, and moves to Scorpio at 8:42 pm EST. Major decisions are not recommended today. Do meet a deadline and try not to stir up emotional matters. Quiet, reflective or relaxed time is a plus. This Full Moon is about relationship, but it's not very romantic. Problem solving together could bring you closer though.  Today's color is Blue.

Wednesday: Scorpio Moon, just beyond Full, opposes Mercury retrograde in Taurus. Stubbornness and stuck points seem to dominate.  Try not to give all your energy to something unchanging and unmoving now. Determine how energy is most effectively spent, including on rest, personal priorities and creative process as the Moon and Neptune align. You may need to shut the world out for a while. Privacy is valued today. Wear dark red, like Maroon.