Full Moon in Capricorn—
Release fears to embrace your
love of life and others.
The Moon in the ambitious sign of the goat opposes the Sun in watery Cancer (27 degrees) at 5:57 p.m. (CT) on July 19, 2016. The Full Moon in Capricorn may bring certain truths to light about relationships, career or family as we work to balance the energy of vocation and home life. With the Sun in sensitive Cancer, our ego wants to feel nurtured and loved, but may avoid taking a chance or going “out on a limb” for fear of rejection. The moon in Capricorn is also cautious and may appear cold or distant. Issues of trust and security may arise tempting us to hide our true feelings behind the safe wall of polite exchanges and superficial conversations. Have we been working too hard and neglecting family and friends? Are we afraid to show our vulnerabilities, to speak our truth? Are we playing it too safe or too cool by not revealing our tender feelings to discuss what we really need from our career, family or loved ones?
Saturn in Sagittarius, now approaching his last square to Neptune in Pisces and the North Node in Virgo, has been revealing some cold hard truths all year about our deeply held beliefs, goals and dreams. Some of those dreams may reach culmination or fruition at this lunation—bringing rewards and recognition—if we have been working hard at a realistic plan. Others may require some rethinking or revisions toward a more practical path.
Warrior Mars in Scorpio at 25 degrees is getting “up to speed” and influencing the Sun, Moon and Uranus. We have been “chomping at the bit” for the past several months during his retrograde period. Now that pioneering Mars is moving direct, we are ready for action! With courageous Mars supporting the Full Moon, we are finally gaining the energy to go after what we want, with a better chance at achieving success.
Love and communication get a boost from Venus and Mercury joining together in Leo and in favorable aspect to Saturn. Conversations and relationships may get serious as Leo brings passion and drama to the stage. If we can break free from the fearful, “kill-joy” restraints of Saturn, this can be a fun time for love and romance as we let our inner child out to play. With Neptune in the mix, we may want to look carefully at the facts before signing any contracts or taking those rosy promises too seriously. On the other hand, this is a wonderful time for any type of creative expression. Art, music, poetry, and creative writing are all favored by Neptune’s influence.
Aries/Aries Rising
This full moon may have you working hard at your career bringing success and recognition. Don’t forget to make time for fun and romance with Venus and Mercury in your fifth house of children and self-expression in trine aspect to Saturn in your ninth house of long-distance travel. Are you ready to get serious about a foreigner or someone at a distance? Travel plans may be on the horizon!
Taurus/Taurus Rising
You may be putting the finishing touches on a project that involves communication, education or spirituality at this full moon. Overtime may be on the agenda with your skills in demand this week. You are feeling more energetic and would love to beautify your home this month, but money may be tight right now. Choose items that will stand the test of time. Harmonious gatherings with friends, or working on creative projects at home will save money and bring you joy.
Gemini/Gemini Rising
You may be working hard for the money at this moon, but the pay-off will be a boost in your self worth and financial support from a partner’s resources. Things may seem confusing in your career sector, but you can form solid partnerships with Saturn in your seventh house—IF you deliver on your promises. With Venus and Mercury in your third house, sweet talk can improve relations with siblings and neighbors. Romance may cross your path as you run around town.
Cancer/Cancer Rising
Relationships are transforming at this lunation, as the full moon highlights your seventh house. You are suddenly determined to break away from the normal routine to have fun or honor your inner child. Venus and Mercury boost your income as they travel through your second house of money. You may decide to book a long distance trip near water or plan a spiritual retreat to recharge from work or health issues.
Leo/Leo Rising
A health or work issue may come to a head forcing you to confront psychological blocks and habits that have been holding you back. Mars gives you the energy to make changes around the house or suddenly move to a new location. Venus and Mercury in your first house make you appear extra charming and attractive, but think twice before getting involved in a steamy union with someone older or younger. All may not be as it seems!
Virgo/Virgo Rising
The full moon shines a spotlight on love and friendship, and may bring sudden arguments with neighbors and siblings if you speak harshly or without thinking. A secret romance or behind the scenes negotiations can make or break the stability of your home life if you fall for someone new. Don’t believe everything you hear. Remember, all that glitters is not gold.
Libra/Libra Rising
You might be finishing up a home-related project with the full moon falling in your fourth house. Mars in your second house can increase expenses. Arguments over money may bring sudden changes to relationships. You may be ready to party with friends as Venus and Mercury visit your eleventh house of friendship, hopes and dreams. Older relatives can help you achieve a dream.
Scorpio/Scorpio Rising
Mars in your first house is stirring up your warrior nature as the full moon brings closure to a contractual or legal issue. You are a charming communicator around the water cooler with Venus and Mercury in your tenth house. Don’t fall for a smooth manipulator with Neptune transiting your fifth house. Create art or music instead!
Sagittarius/Sagittarius Rising
Things come to a head over money or self worth issues with the full moon in your second house. Your values are changing. Don’t let repressed anger or sudden outbursts of passive aggressive behavior from a loved one get the best of you. You may find love at a distance through travel, spirituality or higher education. Take off the rose colored glasses before moving too fast.
Capricorn/Capricorn Rising
The Full Moon falls in YOUR SIGN, Capricorn, bringing closure to relationships as a powerful new YOU emerges. You are learning some truths about neighbors and relatives. Venus and Mercury in your eighth house support investments and may bring steamy romance your way as you confront and release your demons, removing blocks to intimacy. Contracts may need to be looked at more carefully as Neptune in your third house aspects Mercury. Don’t let anyone pull the wool over your eyes.
Aquarius/Aquarius Rising
You are finally closing the door to a work, health or psychological problem with the Full Moon falling in your twelfth house. Mars moving forward in your tenth house helps you gain momentum with career goals and status. Relationships are golden with Venus and Mercury traveling through your seventh house of partnerships. A blessing from Saturn in your eleventh house of groups and friendships helps you form long-lasting ties that will help you achieve your dreams.
Pisces/Pisces Rising
The Full Moon in your eleventh house brings a goal to fruition, as hard work helps you achieve success with help from powerful groups or partnerships. Venus and Mercury create more harmony at the office as they transit your sixth house. People at work seem more friendly and cooperative. Your health will improve as stress levels decrease a bit. A project that involves law, higher education or spirituality gets a boost from Mars as he moves forward through your ninth house.