XVIII. The Moon
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Description
A waxing crescent moon sits atop a pastel blue and purple ocean’s waves. Two arms reach up from under the water toward the moon.
Key words
Upright: reflection, changes, anxiety, illusion, intuition
Reversed: uncertainty, confusion, fear, misinterpretation, repression
Reflection questions
- Which aspects of myself am I currently hiding or avoiding and how can I confront them with honesty and compassion?
- What fears or insecurities are preventing me from fully expressing myself or pursuing my goals?
- How can I better balance my rational mind with my emotional and intuitive side?
The Moon Upright
Parts of yourself that you have tried to repress are emerging. You may be projecting fear from past trauma onto a present or future situation, causing undue anxiety. Admittedly, fear can be a good thing; it helps us stay away from danger. Take time to consider where yours is coming from. Is it self-preservation or avoidance of change and growth? You can acknowledge and even honor your fear without letting it overtake you and decide your next move. Trust that your intuition will lead you down the right path.
The Moon Reversed
This is an emotional, perhaps even volatile, time for you. Your fears and traumas may be causing misunderstandings in your relationships. If you’re not ready to confront your fear, that’s okay— but don’t let it drive your decision-making. Every so often you may catch yourself in an undesirable pattern: ignoring your intuition, feeling restless with no outlet, or lashing out at others. There is likely a part of yourself that needs acknowledgement and nurturing. Tending to those “undesirable” parts of yourself will ensure you don’t remain stuck in your current state. Just as the moon cycles through its phases, “this too shall pass.”
