The First Quarter Moon in Aries comes exact on December 28, 2014 at 1:31 PM EST
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The First Quarter marks the halfway point between the New and Full Moon. The First and Last Quarter Moon phases occur when the Moon squares the Sun at a 90 degree angle. In this particular phase, the Sun in cardinal earth sign Capricorn will square the Moon in cardinal fire sign Aries. From the Earth, the “right side” of the Moon is illuminated. The Moon will rise at noon, peak at dusk and set at midnight.
We are approaching a checkpoint
This phase is a checkpoint. What aspects of our initiatives have been successful thus far? Where do we need to work harder? It’s like creeping to the high point of a rollercoaster, represented by the Full Moon: a time when all undertakings are fully realized and answers to lingering questions brought to the fore. The Moon encourages you now to scope out flaws in the foundation laid with the New Moon in Capricorn. Are your ventures built to last?
The waxing light of the Moon symbolizes a return to total awareness. This is the best time to tweak and improve upon existing plans. At every Full Moon we conclude all that we have set out to do at the New Moon, so the week between the First Quarter Moon and the Full Moon (December 28 - January 4) is a very powerful time. If you have been diligent, expect to see your ideas come to fruition now.
Making way for the new
Squares mean change. We have reached a corner and must choose a new direction. The building energy and excitement you may feel now is there to inspire you and encourage decisive action, calculated risk-taking, networking and deepened commitment to personal growth. The Moon is asking you to gather yourself. This phase falls in cardinal signs, meaning that the most attractive path now will be one that is groundbreaking and pioneering. Our intention now is to build from the ground up. The Sagittarius cycle heralded definitive endings – now we harness the inaugural energy of the Capricorn cycle.
The First Quarter Moon falling in Aries represents a conflict between the Self and the proverbial father. It is important that we assert ourselves and protect our individuality but not at the cost of ignoring the very institutions and traditions which allow us to be independent. I like to visualize Capricorn as holding Aries back, inquiring of the ram whether or not we’ve considered all of our options. Precisely like a concerned father, the sea goat wants to make sure that our plans are sound and reasonable. Aries is impatient, being the first sign in the zodiac; there is a deep urge with this sign to break free, to run headfirst into the rising sun. Think of Aries as a reckless teenager chomping at the bit and screaming LET ME GO! The challenge is to move forward with our personal agenda while still respecting the customs and conventions that many hold so dear. From Capricorn we learn to be methodical and careful; from Aries we learn that we can still get by splendidly even if we chuck it all out the window and go for it wholeheartedly - no plan, no direction, just pure unbridled energy. At this time our desire to favor the Self will speak to the heart while the pull towards patriarchal appreciation will feel more like a duty.
When the Moon transits a fire sign, the vibrations around us are quite palpable. Expect people to be more feisty, animated and vigorous than usual. Aries is also known for having a temper. Know that the words and actions of this transit are the first whisperings before the beginning of the next cosmological cycle in spring. This phase of the Moon represents a return to square one. Think of a ram breaking through a wall – powerful, bold and potentially rash. So take lots of deep breaths - tune in - be present. You may recall that we had a Last Quarter Moon in Aries way back in July. This phase is a check-up on your progress since then. Any predominant themes at that time will now resurface.
If you are curious about how this transit affects you personally, please contact me for more insight. To ascertain your personal Moon sign, click here.
Mantra: I start anew