Full Moon in Libra
On March 25, a Full Moon Penumbral Lunar Eclipse in Libra, aligned with the South Node of the Moon, awaits us. When Eclipses coincide with the Lunar South Node, they offer opportunities to release past burdens, heal old wounds, and settle karmic accounts.
Eclipses serve as gateways to heightened consciousness, ushering in periods of rapid growth, evolutionary pressure, and quantum leaps into the unknown future. They disrupt our lives, amplifying unpredictability, which in turn liberates us from inertia and stagnation. Over the coming weeks, we are poised to witness two significant Eclipses.
This Lunar Eclipse marks the culmination of a six-month cycle that commenced on October 14, 2023, with a New Moon Solar Eclipse in Libra. It signifies the completion of an evolutionary journey initiated at that time, presenting us with a chance to deepen our understanding of our needs, desires, and relationship dynamics. It invites us to reflect on what internal transformations are necessary to foster healthier connections.
As signs of spring gradually emerge – a budding flower here, a trendy spring nail color there – we're also greeted with the arrival of the season's first eclipse, specifically a penumbral lunar eclipse. Unlike the eclipse season typically commencing in late August for spring/summer, this one arrives hot on the heels of the spring equinox, coinciding with the onset of Aries season, and occurring within the relationship-focused cardinal air sign of Libra. While penumbral lunar eclipses might not offer the dramatic visuals of other types, in astrology, eclipses unfailingly command our attention.
Lunar eclipses serve as intensified full moons, emphasizing conclusions and letting go, whereas solar eclipses typically herald fresh opportunities. In astrology, a lunar eclipse occurs when a full moon aligns with its nodal point, an invisible juncture in the celestial sphere where the orbits of the sun and moon intersect. The North Node signifies our evolutionary path, guiding us toward growth and expansion, while the South Node reflects our inherent talents and ingrained behaviors, including detrimental habits and limiting beliefs. Eclipses activate these nodal points, imbuing them with profound potency, propelling us towards new destinies or facilitating profound releases. This eclipse aligns with the South Node, urging us to shed entrenched patterns.
While eclipses inherently bring unpredictability, their zodiacal placement offers insights into the lessons they may impart – albeit symbolically. Libra, the 7th sign of the zodiac, symbolizes equilibrium and cooperation. As a cardinal air sign, Libra excels in leadership and initiating endeavors, grounded in intellect and adept at fostering harmony. Lunar eclipses in Libra delve deeply into these themes, fostering emotionally charged explorations.
Amidst this eclipse, numerous planets inhabit Pisces, a watery realm of sensitivity and introspection. Expect heightened emotional resonance and inner reflection, as Pisces' propensity for self-sacrifice and introspection may reveal self-defeating tendencies, enabling profound personal growth through release.
Notably, this eclipse lacks significant air influence, save for Pluto in Aquarius, potentially clouding clarity of thought and amplifying emotional reactions. Strive for mindfulness amidst impulsivity, yet recognize that certain actions may be fated, serving as catalysts for transformative shifts. Embrace the notion that upheavals during this eclipse signify the universe's push towards progress.
In navigating this period, embrace Libra's mantra of balance, seeking internal harmony amidst external turbulence. Embrace perspective, cultivate understanding, and endeavor to find equilibrium amid the emotional turbulence of this lunar eclipse's transformative release.
Directions for a lunar eclipse ritual:
1.) Light your candles to set the mood. Start by cleansing your auric field using your chosen tool. As you cleanse, feel free to recite the following affirmation –
“I cleanse myself from top to toe. I cleanse myself so I do glow. I cleanse my heart, my mind, my soul; I cleanse, so I am clear to grow. I am light. I am lifted. I am One. I am Love. I am Light. I am in full balance.”
Now, use your same cleansing tool to clear your space. You can cleanse just your ritual space or you can do your entire home. As you cleanse your space, recite the following nine times –
“I cleanse my space with light and loving energy. I bring balance, peace, harmony, and love into this space.”
2.) Get nice and comfortable and play your favorite meditation that brings you peace. This is my the one I’m doing today.
3.) After your meditation is complete, get your journal and try one of the following journal prompts:
The things I value the most are…
I am incredibly lucky because…
The darkness I feel is teaching me…
It’s time to say goodbye to…
I best feel supported when…
Aim to write for at least 20 minutes, challenge yourself to keep writing even if it’s not addressing the prompt directly. The idea is just to encourage writing and to see what flows from the depths. The longer you write, the greater the chance something from you subconscious will come up and out for acknowledgement and clearing.
4.) After you have finished your journaling session, take a moment to pause and reflect on what has come up for you.