A FULL MOON happens on DECEMBER 15, 2024 (6:25 AM, Philippine Time), at exactly 23°59′ in the realm of cardinal water, CANCER, the sign of the crab!
Full Moons act like cosmic spotlights, highlighting the emotions and situations we’ve been avoiding or haven’t fully understood. As the Moon reaches its brightest, fully lit by the Sun, it stirs up feelings that may surprise us. This is when those “aha” moments happen, where things become clear, giving us the opportunity to reassess and adjust. Under the glowing full moon, we reflect, reevaluate, and get a clearer sense of where we’re headed, helping us make better choices as we move forward.
The brightest night of the month is here once more, dear reader, a FULL MOON, shining in CANCER, the deeply nurturing and intuitive sign of the CRAB! Culminations, realizations, endings, and closures fill the air, creating a heartfelt, but emotionally emotionally charged atmosphere under this radiant lunar light.
The first Full Moon of 2025 holds an energy so intricate and profound, dear reader, that it seems destined to leave a lasting impact, with effects likely to extend far beyond the scope of the lunation. For one, it’s happening in the waters of Cancer, Luna’s very own kingdom, which already makes this emotional at its baseline.
When the Moon reaches her fullness in Cancer, emotions and intuition peak. Under the light of this Moon, we are encouraged to nurture and connect deeply with ourselves and others. It highlights our need for emotional security, compassion, and a sense of belonging. Feelings tied to home, family, and care—whether about receiving or giving—may rise to the surface, urging us to reflect on how we nurture our relationships, and how we create comfort in our lives.
As with all lunations, the energy is shaped by the connections and conversations Luna has with other planets—and oh boy, does she engage in some complex, intriguing, and at times, challenging exchanges with equally intricate planetary placements.
As always, let’s dive in and investigate!
MARS RETROGRADE
The Full Moon coincides with Mars, the planet of assertion, anger, movement, and drive, currently retrograde in Cancer. Their close proximity allows their energies to intertwine, amplifying and intensifying each other’s individual influences. This alignment stirs a potent mix of emotions, as Cancer’s nurturing and protective qualities meet the fiery, sometimes volatile energy of Mars. Expect heightened sensitivity, emotional outbursts, and a sense of urgency in addressing unresolved conflicts, wherever this lands in our charts.
During this time, we may feel a strong pull to act on deeply personal matters, but with Mars retrograde, direct action could feel blocked or misaligned. This can lead to deep frustration and helpless introspection, as we are pushed to reassess your emotional needs and motivations.
URANUS and NEPTUNE
The Moon also finds herself in an exact sextile with Uranus retrograde and a loose trine to Neptune, creating a subtle yet supportive counterbalance to the intensity of Mars retrograde. Uranus, the planet of change and awakening, encourages us to break free from old emotional patterns, bringing clarity and unexpected insights. Its retrograde motion invites us to reflect on where we’ve been resistant to change and to gently embrace the new, even if it feels uncertain.
Meanwhile, Neptune’s dreamy trine provides an opportunity for forgiveness and emotional release. Its compassionate influence softens the sharp edges of this lunation, reminding us that healing often requires letting go. Together, these alignments offer much-needed assistance in moving forward, helping us transform emotional volatility into breakthroughs and closure.
The year’s first FULL MOON invites us to let go of stagnant emotions—those lingering feelings from past years that no longer have a place in our new journey. With each new year comes the gift of a reset, and the Moon ensures we honor it, dear reader, even if we feel hesitant about change or uncertain about what lies ahead. It helps us travel light, creating the space we need for the fresh opportunities and experiences that await us in the year ahead.
The Full Moon and Mars retrograde both happening side by side in Cancer serves as the perfect storm for resurfacing the hidden, unresolved, and often uncomfortable truths we’d rather ignore! It drags the grimy, shadowy parts of our emotional history into the light, daring us to confront them head-on! These could be buried frustrations, unspoken hurts, or long-neglected wounds—ghosts of the past that still linger in the corners of our hearts. This is not a quiet reckoning but a cathartic confrontation, a necessary purging of emotional baggage that keeps us tethered to what no longer serves us.
But of course, the story doesn’t end with the intensity of confrontation. As the emotional dust begins to settle, the softer influences of Neptune and Uranus step forward, helping us process and heal.
Neptune’s forgiving trine gently encourages us to let go, to extend compassion to ourselves and others, and to find peace in release. At the same time, Uranus retrograde invites us to embrace the clarity and freedom that follow change, urging us to break free from outdated patterns with courage and curiosity.
This lunation reminds us that even the most turbulent emotional waves can clear the way for renewal. What was once heavy can become a foundation for something lighter, freer, and more authentic! This is a moment not just for release but for the rebuilding that follows—a chance to create space for the year ahead, unburdened and ready to welcome new experiences with open arms. ❤
What area of your life gets overhauled up by this profound FULL MOON in CANCER?
Check your rising sign below, to find out!
ARIES RISING: Family, home, parents especially the father, ancestry and roots, family history, properties, residential areas, land, the inner base of operations, private life
TAURUS RISING: Siblings, cousins, extended relatives, automobiles, local transportation, out-of-town trips, neighbors, webinars, short-term courses, accreditations, your immediate environment, specialized skill sets
GEMINI RISING: Money, personal finances, income, cash flow, savings, personal resources, possessions, self-worth, financial security
CANCER RISING: SELF and self-presentation! Changes and improvements in physique, new personal goals, confidence, authentic self-expression, your physical body
LEO RISING:Rest and contemplation, spirituality, letting go, planning a new frontier, solitude, and peace of mind, secrets, hidden information, hidden situations, far away/foreign lands, endings, and tying up loose ends
VIRGO RISING: Social networks, friendships, peers, community, groups and organizations, advocacies, social reform, politics, future plans, hopes and wishes, accumulations, and gains
LIBRA RISING: Career, improvement of profession, reputation and recognition, public achievement, public life, ambitions, parents especially the mother, public status, general life
SCORPIO RISING: Travel abroad, foreigners, going back to school, the pursuit of higher education, the higher mind, religion and churches, publishing, teaching, philosophy, mentors, and belief systems
SAGITTARIUS RISING:Joint ventures, business partnerships, joint accounts, shared resources, investments, inheritance, mutual funds, stock market, merging of assets, reminders of mortality, deep change
CAPRICORN RISING: Partnerships, committed relationships, marriages, marriage proposals, legal matters, lawsuits or filing of cases, client relationships, one-on-one interactions, long-term partners, and contracts
AQUARIUS RISING: Daily schedule, routines, health and the connection between mind and body, volunteering, service, practicing a craft, perfecting a technique, workplace, and relationship with co-workers, everyday errands, Pets
PISCES RISING: Romance and romantic prospects, love life, children and kids in general, fertility, creativity, creative self-expression, creative entrepreneurship, pleasure, fun, artistry, performance, creative partners
❤Good Luck Everyone!❤
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