Thursday is the Pisces Full Moon, exact at 7:13 am EDT. (View full chart here.) Genevieve Hathaway has interpreted this lunation for each of the 12 Moon signs in her horoscopes below.

Photo by Anthony Ayiomamitis.

The Sun is in late Virgo for this lunation, opposite the Moon in late Pisces, making this the last Full Moon before the equinox, when the Sun changes signs to Libra. That underlying sense of an upcoming seasonal shift is in the background of everything else going on this week.

The Full Moon will be conjunct a newly discovered planet (discovered in 2004) called Salacia. When newly discovered planets are so closely involved with lunar and solar events, we often get to see some kind of literal manifestation of their associated themes.

Salacia was a water nymph in myth. Neptune, god of the seas, fell in love with her — but she eluded him, hiding until he sent a dolphin to convince her to marry him. When she did, she became the goddess of the seas — particularly of calm waters. The days leading to a Full Moon often feel anything but ‘calm’ for many people, though it may be that Salacia’s influence will be felt as the Full Moon resolves any tense stalemates in your life.

This Full Moon also carries a signature of ‘vastness’, contributed by several factors. Salacia is associated with the seas. Pisces, the last sign of the zodiac, is also associated with oceans, and it’s a culmination of the preceding 11 signs. The Moon and Sun will both be square the Galactic Center in Sagittarius: the elusive heart of our galaxy, bringing a theme of ‘cosmic vastness’.

The oceans and the cosmos can feel a little overwhelming, as can the tension of any Full Moon. With Salacia in the picture so precisely, you might notice a little serenity entering the picture as the Full Moon culminates. Keep your eyes open for the messenger; it may come in an unexpected form.

To read Genevieve’s horoscopes, it helps to know your Moon sign (where the Moon was at the moment of your birth), which you can find out by entering your birth data into Serennu.com. It helps to have your birth time but often that’s not necessary. You can also read these horoscopes for your Sun and rising signs for additional insight.

Yours & truly,

Amanda Painter

 

These Moonshine Horoscopes are written by Genevieve Hathaway. Genevieve is an astrologer and Planet Waves contributor. She is available for astrology readings. You can contact her at genevieve@venusinblue.com.

Pisces Full Moon Moonshine Horoscopes | By Genevieve Hathaway

Aries (March 20-April 19) — You are experiencing feelings you may not have made contact with for quite some time. Emotions can be slippery things, not always easy to define or communicate. I suggest you try to nail down what you are working through rather than avoid confronting these feelings, no matter how hard to pin down they may feel. You are gaining insight into how a religious idea or philosophy you were exposed to at an early age has dictated how you manage and interact with your feelings. By acknowledging the influence this has had on you, you will be able to consciously choose how you approach your emotions in the future. This will let you decide on a response that is in tune with your own belief system, rather than unconscious habits. — by Genevieve Hathaway

Taurus (April 19-May 20) — Recently, you may have felt like you had less control than usual over who was in your network. In fact just the opposite is true — you can’t control people’s actions and their choices, but you do get to decide with whom you invest your time. At the moment, you are being called to take steps to invest your energy in those groups and individuals who nourish you emotionally. Remember, you can’t force people to do what you want, but you can lay out the rules of engagement. You are working with quite a few options regarding who you allow into your network. As you meet new people, begin this selection process by checking in with your values, then seeing if the other person’s values and priorities match yours. — by Genevieve Hathaway

Gemini (May 20-June 21) — A new career opportunity is arising that is calling on you to take action. It may feel as though you have two competing decisions and the easier road is just to see how things unfold. I propose instead that you are in a moment of decision-making. You are being called to show up and choose the direction of your life. What we often refer to as your ‘calling in life’ is itself a call to act based on who you are at your very core. As you apply all facts of who you are to the work that you do and the steps you are taking, notice any sensations of deep satisfaction that resonate within you. This is a sign that you are in line with your genuine inner self and making decisions that are based on your highest calling. — by Genevieve Hathaway

Cancer (June 21-July 22) — During the Pisces Full Moon, the astrology is highlighting your mother’s inner trip and how it affected your viewpoint on existence. Mothers can have a profound impact on our lives, even when they are no longer with us. You are making contact with how she viewed reality, particularly her emotional distortions and projections. As you peel back the complex layers of what your mom did or did not do to honor her authenticity, you will learn much about how this colored your outlook on life and your attitudes toward yourself. Remember that your personal attitude toward living the life that is right for you is just that — based on who you are in all your uniqueness. You are covering much ground in separating what is authentically true for you from any projections your mother may have placed on you. — by Genevieve Hathaway

Leo (July 22-Aug. 23) — Your Moon sign is quite resourceful. To fully tap into all those resources you need a full assessment of all that is available to you, as well as the shared resources at your disposal. You are gaining clarity around some shared resources that you may not have thought in the past you had access to. I suggest taking note of how much influence you actually do have over these resources. As you assess how you can utilize them, be conscious of any power-struggle dynamics that develop. You don’t need to engage with anyone who is trying to gain this type of control. Rather, do what you do best — operating from a place of knowing what you want and who you are. Focus on what you know to be true and others involved in your agreements and collaborative projects will follow you. — by Genevieve Hathaway

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sep. 22) — This week’s Full Moon in Pisces is taking place in the area of the zodiac that is opposite your Moon sign. The sky is highlighting the dynamic between you and a close partner. Questions of whether your needs are being met may arise now. Getting your needs met in a relationship requires clearly stating what you want. Think of this in terms of having a clear internal ‘yes’ and ‘no’ and vocalizing that inner message. You can’t control how a partner responds, but you can at least ensure that they are operating with all the important information to fully support you. Consider this a work in progress, continually refining it as you and others explore what language conveys what you desire and what actions need to be taken. As you communicate some of your core needs, trust that partners are both listening and trying to meet them. — by Genevieve Hathaway

Attention Libras (and those with Libra rising or Moon): To get the best price on your 2013 birthday reading by Eric Francis, pre-order now here. Pre-ordering gets you $10 off the published price, and we’ll email the access info to you as soon as it is ready.

Libra (Sep. 22-Oct. 23) — You are in a moment of setting some key patterns involving your emotional and physical health. I propose an idea — that balanced living actually starts with taking care of you first. When you are emotionally and physically nourished and cared for you will have more to give to others. The patterns you begin now will carry you for a long time. What you are building can be thought of as holistic living — taking into account the whole rather than just the individual parts. As you make small changes to your approach, notice how they have a larger impact on your overall health. With a replenishing well of energy, you’ll be better able to smoothly keep yourself feeling good and have an overabundance of creativity to share with others and your most important projects. — by Genevieve Hathaway

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 22) — This week over the Pisces Full Moon, you are getting a burst of creative energy. You may feel more drawn to your art room or creative space to pour your time and energy into a project. I suggest utilizing this drive and outpouring of ideas to make marked headway with a particular project. As you apply your creativity and innovation, there may be the sensation that what you are doing is a bit bold, if not dangerous. I suggest you not let this deter you, but rather see it as a sign you are moving in the right direction. These feelings come when you are in unchartered territory. What you are developing is needed in the world. Maintain that vision and let it guide you as you devote your personal creative fire to what you are building. — by Genevieve Hathaway

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 22) — You are connecting the dots in how patterns of independence have either helped or impeded you from reaching a grounded sense of inner strength and security. How does freedom support your authentic self or become a crutch designed to protect you from being real and vulnerable? I’m referring to the feeling of pure connection with like-minded people rather than being protected by building large, impenetrable walls. The latter is designed to keep people out while the former builds strength and safety from a support network. What you are sorting out is the fine line between the two and how to navigate the balancing act. As you acknowledge what has worked and what has not, you will be able to shift your patterns to build a sense of security based on strong connections with those close individuals around you. — by Genevieve Hathaway

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 20) — At the moment, your intuition is particularly sharp, providing you with an extra level of information in your arrangements and communications with others. Those around you are pushing to take a leap, even though they don’t seem to be operating with all the information. You are in a position where information will be coming to you in the form of emotional clues. You can also think of this as listening to your gut, using it as sort of a Geiger counter that will lead you to the information you need. As you connect the dots, apply patience; it will take some time for the whole picture to come into focus. Once you can see the whole landscape you’ll be in an excellent position to lead the endeavor forward, taking in all calculated risks. — by Genevieve Hathaway

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) — The Pisces Full Moon is taking place in the area of your chart that has to do with how you feel about who you are. You can also think of this as self-esteem. Feeling good about who you are on a weekly, daily, hourly basis is an important component to happiness. At times, your self-esteem may feel particularly slippery. It’s tangible one moment, and the next it’s too wispy to grab hold of. This week’s Full Moon is drawing attention to this feeling, making it easier for you to see clearly any issues that may have been blocking you from living with a fuller sense of self-esteem. What is on offer is a chance to clear out these blocks, connecting you with a strong sense of your right to exist in your own way. — by Genevieve Hathaway

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20) — At the moment, certain emotions may feel particularly hard to understand or work with. I suggest resisting the urge to ignore them all together. What you are making contact with are feelings about your authentic self, which you’ve been encouraged for many years to ignore or avoid. Making contact again with these emotions may feel too intense or hot to handle. Your relationships are providing a tethering point for you to actively and consciously explore these feelings. I don’t mean that you are dependent on the other person; rather they are holding open the space for you to connect clearly with certain tough emotions. I suggest taking note of the kinds of people who provide this feeling. They can offer the bridge you need to ground yourself in emotions that may seem too large or intense to live in or understand otherwise. — by Genevieve Hathaway

Dear Friend and Reader:

In today’s Moonshine horoscopes, Genevieve Hathaway — our southern-hemisphere correspondent — has interpreted the Pisces New Moon for each of the 12 Moon signs. The Pisces New Moon occurs at 3:51 pm EDT on Monday, March 11.

Photo by Anthony Ayiomamitis.

Your Moon sign is where the Moon was at the moment of your birth. To look up your Moon sign, enter your birth data into Serennu.com. It helps to have your birth time but it’s not necessary in most cases. You may also try reading these for your Sun and rising signs, for an extra layer of insight.

Every New Moon is a conjunction of the Sun and Moon. In this case, it is occurring in Pisces, which has been busier than Grand Central Station at rush hour with all the planets moving through in recent weeks. At the moment of the New Moon, Pisces will still be hosting Neptune and Chiron (which are there for the long haul), retrograde Mercury, Venus, the Sun, the Moon and Mars (which will have less than half a degree to go before it enters Aries, the sign it rules). And those are just the major planets. You can see a chart for this New Moon here, and a listing for everything currently in Pisces here.

That’s a heck of a lot of Pisces power being channeled through this event, and it makes for a very fertile and creatively rich beginning to this lunar cycle — which, in turn, leads directly to the Aries equinox in just over two weeks. The equinox is the official start of a new astrological year, but before we get there, you have time to dive deeper in this Piscean pool.

The waters are rich in nutrients, and Venus is conjunct this New Moon in the sign of its exaltation, or highest expression. That’s setting our love receptors to a pretty high frequency, if we’re open to hearing and feeling it, letting it in and expressing it back.

Minor planets in Gemini and Sagittarius are making squares from opposite sides of the Pisces New Moon, making a T-square formation. This indicates some kind of internal tension asking us to take some action to work it out — but the leverage point seems to be whatever creative solutions all those Pisces planets are conspiring to provide.

Genevieve will be exploring the depth of this Pisces New Moon and that T-square in this Thursday’s Daily Astrology column on the Planet Waves blog. Be sure to check that out as you head into the weekend and begin envisioning your intentions for the New Moon.

Yours and truly,

 

These Moonshine Horoscopes are written by Genevieve Hathaway. Genevieve is an astrologer and Planet Waves contributor. She is available for astrology readings. You can contact her at genevieve@venusinblue.com.

Aries (March 20-April 19) — Over the Pisces New Moon next week, I suggest taking some time to reflect on your Dad’s emotional state when you were a child and how it affected your ability to feel like the ‘real you’. Information is becoming available that will help you connect the dots concerning his emotional experience of life and its impact on any internal splits you’ve experienced between who you are and who you show to the outside world. If at times it feels like you’re reaching into mist, unable to see what you are reaching for, keep stretching out. What you will make contact with is a more solid sense of who you are. Think of this mist less as a veil you can’t see through and more as a byproduct of the process you’re engaged in. Like a blacksmith crafting a sword in a forge, as you submerge your hot and malleable authentic self through the cool waters of emotion it will strengthen into a solid, strong form. That inner core you hold in your metaphorical hands is strong enough to be the face you show others. — by Genevieve Hathaway

 

Taurus (April 19-May 20) — A number of important connections with a few new people, particularly a few women, are beginning in your life. These connections may take many forms — friends, mentors, colleagues, collaborators. Hold your authenticity up in every interaction, rather than the side of yourself you think people want to see. Showing your unfiltered, genuine self will draw like-minded people to you. You’re more discerning now about whom you want in your network. As you meet new people, begin this selection process from a place of checking in with your values, then seeing if the other person’s values and priorities match yours. You will have options in who you allow into your network, and it’s always a good day when you have options. I suggest you look for those people who not only have something to teach you, but to whom you also have something to share. Sharing is often one of the most direct ways to experience a deeper sense of meaningful connection. — by Genevieve Hathaway

 

Gemini (May 20-June 21) — Your Moon, in the dualistic sign of Gemini, comes with two distinctively different modes of feeling and experiencing your life. At times, it has felt hard to live both, as though you had to choose who to be each day. I suggest you dump any ideas or perceptions that you have to be one or the other; rather, see both as being true expressions of your authentic self that are able to co-exist. A new career opportunity is arising that is calling on you to show up as both aspects of yourself. It’s as though you have a double tool belt to draw on to get the work done and you are being called on to use all your tools. What we often refer to as your ‘calling in life’ is itself dualistic. It may have two distinct sides or be two distinct things. As you bring both sides of yourself to the work that you do, notice any sensations of deep satisfaction that resonate within you. This is a sign that you are in line with your genuine inner self and participating in your highest calling. — by Genevieve Hathaway

 

Cancer (June 21-July 22) — What was your mother’s role in the family dynamic? Did she have her own healthy outlets for expressing herself at work? In hobbies and with friends? As children we don’t always notice the profound impact our mothers have on us. You are making contact with the ways her relationship with herself affected you. The astrology looks like you’re meeting the different roles she took on and whether or not she was able to be herself in those roles. Just as the attitudes she had taught you things as a child, what you are learning now will teach you much as an adult. As you peel back the complex layers of what your mom did or did not do to honor her authenticity, you will learn much about how this colored your outlook on life and your attitudes toward yourself. Remember that your personal attitude toward living the life that is right for you is just that — personal. It’s about living your life for you rather than someone else, even your parents. — by Genevieve Hathaway

 

Leo (July 22-Aug. 23) — Your Moon sign is ruled by the Sun, the only body in our solar system that produces its own light — though over next week’s Pisces New Moon that light is physically blocked by the Moon. I propose you view this darkness not as a void, but rather as a fertile moment. What you are connecting with is your potential to influence your commitments in a positive manner that brings greater balance to the dynamic for all involved. Notice how much influence you actually have over resources — yours, and those belonging to others. Be conscious of any power-struggle dynamics that develop; those usually center around who is controlling the resources involved. You don’t need to engage with anyone who is trying to gain this type of control. Rather, do what you do best — shine brightly from a place of knowing what you want and who you are. Hold to what you know to be true and others involved in your agreements and collaborative projects will follow you. — by Genevieve Hathaway

 

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sep. 22) — The dynamic with a close partner is shifting and evolving. I suggest you view this shift as being more about you than other individuals. You are working through a re-evaluation of what is most important in your relationships. Relationships are often mirrors held up to let us see aspects of ourselves. As you look into that mirror check the ways that you are expressing love toward yourself. Start from a place of making your relationship with yourself your primary relationship; remember, relating involves establishing a connection. As you move deeper into yourself look at your perceived shortcomings or imperfections, then offer an olive branch to your inner ‘you’ in the form of acceptance. Put another way, extend yourself the grace not to be perfect. This self-love will ripple out into your other close partnerships, helping you grow closer to a partner. — by Genevieve Hathaway

 

Libra (Sep. 22-Oct. 23) — The ruler of your Moon sign, Venus, is moving through Pisces, meeting up with the New Moon next week. An opportunity is developing to begin new patterns of healthier, more balanced living — both emotionally and physically. The health angle of your chart involves creativity, beauty, honoring your emotional sensitivity, and drinking plenty of water. I would also include nurturing your body through healthy foods and exercise. The patterns you begin now will carry you for a long time. What you are building can be thought of as holistic living — taking into account the whole rather than just the individual parts. As you make small changes to your approach, note how they have a larger impact on your overall health. Good emotional and physical health is important for keeping your creative energy high and replenished. With a replenishing well of energy, you’ll be better able to smoothly keep yourself feeling good and have an overabundance of creativity to share with others and your most important projects. — by Genevieve Hathaway

 

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 22) — The current astrology is inviting you to take a risk in terms of your sexual identity. I propose that you consider this as less like a leap across a canyon and more like actually letting something go. What you are letting go of is guilt, fear and shame (those things known as issues) that are putting some barriers in the way of making full contact with your authentic self. Leaving those feelings behind is less difficult than it may initially seem. As you make contact with a deeper sense of who you are and what is right for you, you’ll be able to fluidly slip around those not-so-high-or-large walls. Sexual identity involves knowing what you want, need and desire and then sharing that first with yourself and then with others. As you come across new people and experiences, meet them with all your cards on the table. Note the sensations that accompany this move — particularly the one of confidence. — by Genevieve Hathaway

 

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 22) — Strong feelings are pushing up from inside of you, like something is building up and about to burst through. I suggest you not try and keep the lid on; rather, let what’s moving up inside of you break through a ceiling and come to the surface. A new understanding is shifting into focus the importance of living as authentically you; having your highest needs for growth, independence and support met and honored. I would caution against seeing any confusion or lack of security as emotional instability. You are separating an old viewpoint from the newer perspective of authenticity. Being completely real can come with a feeling of crisis or being too bold. The place to find the strength and security you seek is self-acceptance: authentic acceptance of who you are and what is true for you. Remember, this will take time. There is no rush, only a need for steady and persistent action. — by Genevieve Hathaway

 

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 20) — The next few weeks involve a review of your needs, more specifically how you are communicating them. Anger, frustration or a lack of confidence or sense of worth are indicators of needs that may not be fully met. The feeling is a sort of internal arrow to look one layer deeper. I suggest you take the approach that you are the authority whose job it is to make sure that your needs are honored and respected. This looks a lot like setting boundaries and holding people to those boundaries. Think of it as stepping out and claiming your space. What you actually claim are two things — the right to exist and the right for your true needs to be met. Remember, you can’t force people to do what you want, but you can lay out the rules of engagement. People around you are listening to what you have to say; first take the time to get clear on how others can meet your needs, and then convey that message to them. — by Genevieve Hathaway

 

Note to Aquarius and Aquarius rising readers: Your birthday reading is ready. I cover entirely new territory from what I did in LISTEN, the 2013 annual edition. I review the ways in which Aquarius itself has been changing and evolving. I describe your process of discovering your sense of mission; of opening up your inner life; and relationships based on creative exploration first and ‘commitment’ second. It’s two sessions of astrology plus tarot, with an extended description of your sign — and access to last year’s reading so that you can verify my accuracy. You can get instant access here.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) — A door is opening this month to let you slide easily through a series of changes regarding your perception of self-esteem. It’s like you’ve been moving through a wormhole and are now coming out the other side. Inside wormholes time moves differently — weeks can feel like months. You’ve done a lot of work and covered a lot of ground relatively quickly, yet it felt like anything but quick. Now is a moment of arrival; you may not have realized how far you have come. But you have grown and moved a long way. Over next week’s New Moon, you are experiencing a synthesis of feelings and concepts surrounding your inherent worth. You’re learning to feel good about being alive, and what that idea entails. Once you remove any doubt about your worth, it’s surprisingly easy to orient on your unique value to existence. Self-esteem is the resource that all other facets of your life grow out of, and you’re in a truly fertile moment to cultivate lasting self-worth. — by Genevieve Hathaway

 

Hello Pisces! So many planets in Pisces means this is a brilliant moment for you, and your 2013 birthday reading looks at this astrology carefully. Chiron, the planet of healing, Neptune, planet of inspiration, and Mercury retrograde are all included. You now have the ability to develop a gift for business and financial success, if you focus your creative talents and work cooperatively with others — and I explain how to do that effectively. This reading is two 40-minute sessions of astrology, a tarot reading and an extended written description of your astrological sign. I’ve also included access to last year’s reading so you can review the past 12 months and check my accuracy. Here is a link to that affordably priced reading — which is like an extended, personal meditation on your life. You will love it — promise.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20) — Pisces is a flexible, fluid, experimental sign and with your Moon here it can come with a unique relationship to being genuine and real. Like a shapeshifter, you naturally meld to your environment. This can be a useful tool, allowing you to blend into and move through a variety of situations and social groups. But when needing to have a solid sense of self from which to draw it can feel like a challenge. How do you stand up and shout to the world ‘this is who I am’ when you seem to always misplace your pedestal from which to shout this declaration? That is, it’s like your inner ‘you’ is so slippery it’s hard to hold onto on a consistent basis. Next week’s potent New Moon in your sign is helping you find that solid place to stand on amidst all the change and uncertainty of life. It’s connecting you in a very real and tangible way with the richness of your soul, the depth of your creativity and the power of your potential. You are ready to begin a new journey into a life that is fully supportive of all you have to offer. — by Genevieve Hathaway