Crescent and First Quarter Moon

September 21 Monday
With this Scorpio Moon our minds may be pondering solidified behaviors that evoke the purist spiritual aspects of ourselves as well as those actions that inflame emotions that smolder and flare up. It is worthwhile to think seriously about leaving behind those habits that trigger unwanted and unpleasant responses. Scorpio deeply feels the uncomfortable truths of living, and, like all water signs, seeks a container within which it can feel safe. Such a space for Scorpio usually includes people who share similar values. Who are those people that warm up the Scorpio in you?

September 22 Tuesday
Very early this morning the Scorpio Moon entered her crescent phase. The next four days are optimal for each of us to find our unique place in social interactions. But it won’t be easy without a penetrating focus to see it in the humdrum buzz of routines. It may also be necessary to leave all disdain or contempt behind and adopt a playful, creative demeanor. The autumnal equinox occurs at 3:19 pm, MT, when the Sun enters tropical Libra, setting an atmosphere for social engagement on many spiritual levels. While participating with others, stay in touch with the ebbs and flows of your emotions.

September 23 Wednesday
At 5:43 am, MT, the Moon leaves Scorpio and enters Sagittarius, offering a glimpse at the underlying depths and beauty of camaraderie. Look for this as the day has thunderous rumblings about changing conditions. There’s no escape from them – only choices on how to meet them: suffer, resist, grumble, embrace, or co-create with them. Our thoughts can get hyper-stimulated by clearing out our psychological blockages to change. Work out the differences between what you like and don’t like. And give attention to a new direction that encourages growth.

September 24 Thursday
With this Sagittarius Moon there is a playful, anything-goes atmosphere. Overdoing something may become an issue. This is a day to don our team-spirit feelings and all of our understanding of social role-playing. There are some experiences we assume to be universal that elicit certain fun poses. If, however, you find yourself being defensive in such an interaction, it is a signal of some hidden psychological force to examine and bring into greater awareness. Also with Sagittarius we may become more aware of the differences between dynamics of one’s in-group and of larger social gatherings.

September 25 Friday
The Sagittarius Moon encourages us to celebrate all of life. That includes the past and present with their sense of promise. At 8:15 am, MT, the Moon begins to empty herself of Sagittarius’s social enjoyment. While she is void of course, it is ideal to ponder our spiritual aspirations and how they are included in our dreams for the future. At 4:19 pm, the Moon moves into self-conscious Capricorn, where one can detect the subtle differences in outward behavior. Listen to MoonWise tomorrow on the worldwide web at ksfr.org from 2:00 to 2:30 pm, MT, for the weekend Moon Minute.

September 26 Saturday
Late last night the Capricorn Moon entered her first quarter phase, a time to develop new behaviors, or at least notice how doing that is avoided. In this cycle it is suggested that we look at how we prepare for or reject group activities that take us into unknown territory. What is needed to open up to a new dance in life? Sunday morning vulnerabilities may show up in deciding whether to invite others to sing to your tunes or just flow with the music of the day. The social status quo is an easy solution, but does it emotionally support the direction you are taking?