Full Moon in Aquarius
As the Full Moon in Aquarius illuminates the night sky this weekend, it casts a revealing glow on what we already know but haven't quite acknowledged, bringing long-held secrets to light and any pivotal projects to culmination. Arriving just a day after the peak of the Lion's Gate Portal, this Full Moon lights up our inner worlds with the desire for innovation and change.
Leo, a fire sign celebrated for its fierce pride and powerful sense of self, thrives on individual recognition and shies away from being just another face in the crowd. In contrast, Aquarius, while also valuing its individual spirit, places high importance on independence within a collective framework, valuing the spirit of community and group collaboration. Full Moons inherently spotlight the contrast between the signs the Sun and Moon occupy at that time, revealing how these themes are expressed in our own lives. For Leo and Aquarius, this brings to light the tension between personal glory and collective identity, and the polarity of the heart and mind.
The Moon in Aquarius wants us to free ourselves from negative emotions such as fear, anger, and jealousy. While on the other hand, others may expect you to be incredibly tolerant when they display these emotions
This Sun and Moon opposition is completely "clean," meaning there are no other planets strongly influencing the relationship between the Sun and Moon at this time suggesting a more prominent and direct influence with the energy they both carry. The energy is BIG and can be uncomfortable for some. Give yourself grace and engage in activities that feel right for you this coming weekend.
Venus conjunct Jupiter: Blesses us with generosity of spirit, warmth and charm. We are drawn to beauty, comfort, and meaningful experiences. This is an optimistic aspect that can potentially open new doors.
This is also the last Full Moon before Eclipse season begins. Our next Full Moon will be a Blood Moon Eclipse in the sign of Pisces on September 7th, 2025.
The Goddess Moon
Under this Full Moon we have multiple Goddess asteroids that will be on display in the sky. In astrology, Goddess asteroids refer to a group of asteroids named after Roman Goddesses. They are each believed to represent different facets of the feminine principle* and offer insights into areas like parenting, career, relationships, and spirituality. They all also have their unique place in a birth chart. The asteroids on display under this Full Moon include:
Chariklo: represents the oracle of spirit medicine, and helps guide us into higher realms of understanding and wisdom.
Ceres: represents nurturing, motherhood, and unconditional love. It offers insights into how an individual experiences nurturing, both giving and receiving, and how they handle loss and transformation.
Pallas: represents wisdom, strategic thinking, and creative intelligence. It reveals insight into one's strategic abilities and artistic talents.
Juno: embodies relationships, marriage, and partnership. It reveals insight into one's relationship dynamics, potential challenges, and the nature of their commitments.
Vesta: represents focus, dedication, and spiritual devotion. It reveals where a person feels most inspired, and how they approach their work, relationships, and personal goals.
This extra feminine-ruled presence in the sky can be interpreted as a call to step into your feminine power. Nurture your inner Goddess by rising up, speaking your truth, advocating for yourself and others, and tapping into your own maternal wisdom. If you're feeling drained lately, take this as a sign to tend to your inner world and emotional realm through various ways of self love and self care. Remember, you cannot pour from an empty cup. When in doubt, turn to the ultimate mother: nature. Sit in her presence, and allow her messages to wash over you.
The Aquarius Full Moon and Lion's Gate Portal
This Full Moon arrives just a day after the peak of the Lion's Gate Portal, a powerful cosmic event that magnifies its energy. Each year, the brightest star in the sky, Sirius, rises between late July to early August. Ancient astrologers view Sirius as a symbol of rebirth for both our individual spirits and the spirit of the planet. They believed its energy carried highly advanced wisdom that we could tap into.
In numerology, the number 88 represents infinity and DNA activation, which is why August 8th is considered the peak of the Lion's Gate Portal. The energy of the Lion's Gate can connect you with galactic frequencies, psychic downloads, and your own intuition. The Full Moon's proximity to this portal can heighten your ability to manifest and recharge. Set an intention on 8/8 and create a ritual or meditative practice to tap into this powerful energy.
Sending you love & insight throughout your week,
-Kendra
This Full Moon in Aquarius occurs on Saturday, August 9th, 2025 at 3:55 AM EDT/12:55 AM PDT
*The terms feminine and masculine are used to describe many themes in astrology, mythology, spirituality, etc. These qualities are not about gender, they are instead, energetic expressions that when in balance, can bring a sense of harmony and unity to our mind, body, and soul. When viewing these terms through the astrological lens, it is important to remove the modern view of gender.
