February 5th, 2023 // 16 degrees Leo
This Leo Full Moon, square to Uranus, brings to mind the “coming of age” genre, in which a character finds themselves facing a challenge that forces a transformation. This transformation always includes a change in identity, self expression, and life direction. That moment, like the square aspect, acts as an irritant. There's a second square happening just before, between an exalted Venus and Mars. This implies a moment where relationships are tested, as well as ideas of pleasure and beauty. This lunation is fixed in nature, indicating the protagonist will change no matter how resistant they might be.
Aries
Now that your ruler has begun to slowly move forward, there’s an urge to shed old skin. You’re ready to grow and discover new evolutions of your character. Melancholy can sneak in so quietly that you don’t notice until you’re swimming through it, but becoming aware of its presence is often the first clue of the need for change. The enemy of Gloom is Pleasure and Creation.
How do you express yourself creatively?
How can you bring more pleasure into your life?
Taurus
Right below the surface feelings of agitation is a sense of being unsettled. If you pause to intentionally acknowledge that feeling, you’ll receive its message. It’s about home - about its walls, its occupants, and the energy it holds for you. Home is a container of safety and comfort where there’s enough space for you to be your whole self, or at least it should be.
What makes you feel at home?
How does your home reflect your self expression?
Gemini
As someone who navigates this world through the exploration of words and ideas, you already know how powerful self expression can be. Our language frames our worlds. Words are tools used to build or dismantle, to free or imprison. It’s easy to forget that and fall into a place where you feel disempowered. Just having one honest conversation with someone can change everything.
What have you been hesitant to express to others?
How do your language and thought processes limit and liberate you?
Cancer
You’re still rationing your motivation, but there’s a spark of inspiration now that lights the paths forward to a future with more freedom. This starts with assessing your resource inventory. Your resources are your building supplies, and not limited to possessions and income but also your skills and energy. While you plan your next moves, consider how you can build on top of what you already have.
How are you using your resources to gain more independence?
How do your possessions and skills help you express yourself fully?
Leo
You couldn’t hide your warmth, creativity, or bravery if you tried. The fact that you wear those traits with a natural confidence is part of why people are attracted to your energy. When you shamelessly shine your light, it gives others the inspiration and bravery to do the same. Your self expression has a ripple effect on those around you, and you should be proud of that.
Where does your confidence come from?
How have you seen your own bravery inspire others?
Virgo
You keep yourself busy, always offering yourself as a resource to others. But your energy is limited and precious, and your needs are important too. Take some time today to prioritize yourself. Unplug from the world to better hear what your body and mind have to tell you. While you’re tending to your needs, give yourself the credit you deserve for everything you’ve accomplished.
How comfortable is it for you to sit quietly?
What needs have you been ignoring while life gets in the way?
Libra
You’re someone who the others in your circles look up to. You have a way of making everyone feel special, and that doesn’t go unnoticed. You may not be the leader of the group in all of your communities, but you know how to lead with a sense of fairness and inclusion. You see the beauty in others, and that reflects the beauty in yourself.
What kind of a leader are you?
What unique qualities do you express to the groups you’re in?
Scorpio
While not due to a lack of confidence, being witnessed can be an uncomfortable experience when you tend to prefer the behind the scenes kind of work. The work you do in the shadows contains the imprint of your self expression, and it may be pulled into the spotlight because it (and you) deserves to be seen. Be proud of your creations, and fully accept praise from others.
What about expressing yourself feels comfortable or uncomfortable?
What gives you a sense of pride?
Sagittarius
Your mind is occupied with the Big Ideas lately. It always is - but there’s a pressure in your brain that can only be released through conversations that are better described as mental adventures. Topics of belief and philosophies can turn divisive, and that’s no way to further the expansion of thought. Always listen to someone with the respect you hope for in return, but remember that not every mind can be changed.
What ideas feel important to express?
How can you engage in discourse with others in a way that encourages them to listen?
Capricorn
Everyone starts life from a place of dependency. Independence is built on top of the resources we’re given by others when we’re young, through partnerships, and through communities. When you realize you can’t quite untangle your own accomplishments from your given roots, you free yourself from individualism. Your unique form of creative self expression is a reflection of both yourself and those you’ve learned from.
How did/do you learn to express yourself through observing other people?
How often are you surprised by other peoples generosity?
Aquarius
Opening up to others and allowing them to see you’re whole self can be uncomfortable. Sometimes it needs to be done slowly, revealing only one quirk, or one shadow at a time. Connections are necessary, no matter how much that thought makes you cringe. Just because you have needs that benefit from partnerships and connections doesn’t make you any less independent. Finding yourself at ease with someone is how you know they’re special to you.
Who are you comfortable being your whole self around?
What prevents you from being able to express your needs in relationships?
Pisces
The day-to-day can get a little mundane when falling into obligatory routine. Maybe you’ve noticed that you’ve become disenchanted lately, and its weight is heavy enough to make everything feel slowed down to an uninspiring pace. You may not be able to escape the grind completely, but you can add more intentional fun. Add something special to your beauty routine, your commute, or anywhere you can use your self expression.
How often do you acknowledge your own hard work?
How can you make mundane work more enjoyable?