First Quarter Moon in Sagittarius ☽ Aug 24, 2023
artist: Tanya P. Johnson
Thursday, Aug 24 ☽ 3:57 am CDT
Just one day after Virgo Season begins – and Mercury Retrograde too! – we have the 1st moon phase of Virgo Season 2023 in mutable fire sign Sagittarius. This waxing moon prepares us for a super blue full moon on Aug 30.
This moon phase follows the New Moon in Leo on Aug 16. The first quarter is when we decide what to carry forward from the New Moon (and Leo Season 2023 in general). First quarter phases clarify our plans. On the Super Blue Moon in Pisces we will start to see some results.
~ At the first quarter, moonrise at noon, peak at dusk, and moonset at midnight [all time zones] ~
This quarter moon demarcates an abrupt and fiery beginning to Virgo Season. Coincidentally it will also demarcate the end of Virgo Season as we will see this same moon phase once more on Sep 22, hours before the Fall Equinox / beginning of Libra Season. Consider this round 1 of 2. Pay attention, there will be loose ends to wrap up, themes to revisit.
Virgo and Sagittarius are both mutable signs. (All moon phases during Virgo Season fall categorically in the other mutable constellations.) Mutable energy cannot sit still, it must keep going. When mutable constellations get together, we experience increased freedom, movement, and forward progress. This is a great time to travel, even with Mercury Retrograde in full force.
This quarter moon brings optimism and enthusiasm (Sagittarius) to our work and health (Virgo). We’re going to feel a new, healthy flow of energy when it comes to how we structure our lives and how we support ourselves. Sagittarius makes us feel capable and excited. Life doesn’t feel quite so heavy anymore. We’ve got the drive and confidence to accomplish more at this time. Opportunities open like cosmic flower petals, beckoning us to dance in a new direction.
Sagittarius the Centaur is a joyful, spirited creature. Where does Virgo enter? See the earthen goddess polishing stones, tending to the herbs. She is a healer, a medic, a seer. She keeps Sagittarius grounded, connected to the earth, and accountable to all the grandiose plans he makes with starry eyes, late at night around the fire.
Sagittarius is expansive, always running. This quarter moon marks a time of great change and zeal. Visualize new horizons and best possible outcomes. Wear purple gems to invoke the magic of the amethyst centaur. See the tip of the archer’s arrow, fixed to a lucky star.
At this quarter moon last year, I was just about to begin yet another new school year. I felt anxious and excited. I spent the day reading and prepping, brushing up on pedagogical principles. My dear teacher friend came to visit and together we shared our hopes and wishes for the year. We celebrated our love for teaching and learning as we hiked over the green mountains of Oregon with her dog.
Rise above with Sagittarius Yoga. In meditation, focus on the sacral chakra. To find your personal moon sign, click here.
teaching ~ learning ~ sharing ~ heat & energy ~ divine preparation ~ collation
Mixed news: this moon phase coincides with a trine between Mars in Virgo and Pluto Retrograde in Capricorn. Prepared for dark, vivid dreams. Sexual and emotional energy flow strongly. Body-mind connection strengthened. The moon herself forms a sharp square to Saturn Retrograde in Pisces. This tends to increase self-criticism. We’re going to feel some pressure coming down from the cosmos. Connect with the fire element of Sagittarius through physical exercise, release it all.
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I absolutely adore the way you think & write! You continue to inspire me with your ability to weave a poetic translation into your astrological interpretations! I am studying astrology myself :) do you happen to have any recommendations for me during my learning process? Or maybe a good place to get certified? Thank you for your time and please feel free to send me an email if you’d prefer that :) have a great day!