Light bulbs for tin men for - Full moon at 16°59' mins Aquarius, on 9th August at 8:555 am GMT

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💡The Meaning of the Full Moon in Aquarius

Aquarius is the visionary of the zodiac—intellectual, future-focused, and fiercely independent. This full moon shines a light on themes of freedom, innovation, and social responsibility. It’s a time to reflect on how we contribute to the collective while honouring our unique voice. Emotional clarity comes not through drama, but through detachment and observation.

Expect flashes of insight, unconventional ideas, and a desire to break free from outdated norms. This lunation encourages us to think outside the box, challenge the status quo, and embrace our inner rebel.

As per all Full Moons, this is a completion/culmination/ending event.

Let's look at the shadow side of the signs and then break things up into more detail.

🌓 The Shadow Side of Aquarius

Aquarius energy favours the mind. Opting for intellectual pursuits, rather than emotive one.

This can give a robotic and dispassionate response, or an avoidant one (ghosting).

While Aquarius is known for its progressive ideals, its shadow can manifest as:

Emotional detachment or avoidance of vulnerability.
Rigidity in beliefs, especially when convinced of being “right”.
Alienation or superiority, feeling above emotional or social norms.
Over-intellectualizing, leading to disconnection from the heart.
Tin-man (or men) challenge, unable to connect unless it relates to bettering humanity.

This full moon may highlight where we’ve become too cerebral or disconnected from our emotional truth. It’s a call to reintegrate empathy and warmth into our vision for change.

🔄 Sun in Leo (16°) and the Aquarius-Leo Axis: Heart vs. Mind, Self vs. Collective

With every Full Moon we have two signs in opposition. This axis is one of the most dynamic in astrology, representing the tension and harmony between individual expression (Leo) and collective awareness (Aquarius).

Leo: The Radiant Self

Ruled by the Sun, Leo embodies creativity, passion, and personal identity.
It seeks recognition, thrives in the spotlight, and values authentic self-expression.
Leo teaches us to own our uniqueness and lead from the heart.

Aquarius: The Visionary Collective

Ruled by Uranus (and traditionally Saturn), Aquarius is about innovation, intellect, and social progress.
It values freedom, objectivity, and community-driven ideals.
Aquarius urges us to detach from ego and think about the greater good.

Questions

Where can we create intentionally for a greater cause than just our own pleasure?
How can we individually participate and take credit, that formulates part of a collective vision?

Ruler Uranus in Gemini (1°)

Uranus fairly fresh in Gemini, now thrives in yet another air sign. The 'twins' can play devil advocate, see all sides or shape-shift, depending on their preference and the stage. Communication will be of an innovative nature, experimental, and likely distanced (online).

Both Uranus and Gemini would be classed as deftly social, enjoying a tete-a-tete that sparks new thoughts, realisations and new friendships. Although the life-span of such, may be short-lived or subject to change. Gemini grows bored without stimulation and Uranus cares not for who is loyal - just who will spark a new light.

Still, conversations around humanity, how to help the world, innovations in tech will unexpected and surprising, or shocking in the extreme.

Trines to both Mars in Libra and Pluto in Aquarius raises the Aqua theme and points to a deep change within society, lynch-pinned by diplomatic action.

Sextiles to both Mercury (RX) in Leo and Neptune-Saturn in Aries remind us that thinking from our hearts and committing to compassionate deeds can be highly rewarding for the world, especially when on-going wars are defying peace.

Uranus is good at finding a new way.

Common experiences would be:

Conversations that nod to 'both sides', with humanity as a link.
Mental arousal in communal, group or networks that sparks ideas.
A keener understanding at the person-level that can potentially lead to long-term gains.

Let's look at the chart for the Full Moon in Aquarius

Deep Dive Aquarius

Rebellion, liberation, freedom
Higher mind, higher self
Awakenings, quantum leaps
Space travel and aviation
Authentic, weird, unique
Intellectual, creative, scientific, tech, AI, robotics
Different, smart thinker, excitable, innovative
Electricity, lightning
Shocks, surprises, unexpected events, sudden changes
Humanitarian activities, social justice
Detachment, cool-headed, visionary, genius
CNS (with Mercury)
Lungs and calves
Mental breakdowns
Alienation
Misunderstood

Deep dive Leo

Creative self-actualisation
Loyal
Passionate, warm, generous, playful
Confident, dramatic
Leader
Children
Love making
Leisure pursuits, hobbies and play
Special destiny
Heart, heart-centred
Bossy
Inflated ego, centre of attention
Requires feedback on specialness
Over-confident

What else is happening?

Full Moon in Aquarius aspects to other planets

This full moon is rich with supportive and transformative aspects:

Venus (10°) conjunct Jupiter (13°), both in Cancer

A truly beautiful aspect that expands all Cancerian themes such as nurturing, protection, care, taking care of human needs, dependability and emotional IQ.

This dove tails well with understanding each other (needs) and protecting what we hold dear.

As an expansive energy, Jupiter opens the diplomatic, charming side of Venus, expressing more beauty, more value and more financial reward.

Neptune (1°) conjunct Saturn (1°), both in Aries

An odd combination and a an aspect that will remain for a good while yet.

Neptune sensitises, softens and erodes, while Saturn crystallises, hardens and stabilizes.

Will Neptune 'melt' Saturn or will Saturn toughen up Neptune?

In Aries we see identity, initiative, a strong will and a passion that burns brightly.

📝 Questions for reflection

Use these prompts to align with the Full Moon's energy:

Where am I resisting emotional vulnerability in favour of logic?
How can I contribute to the collective without losing my individuality?
What outdated beliefs or roles am I ready to release?
Am I expressing my truth—or performing a version of myself for approval?
What does freedom mean to me, and how can I embody it more fully?

🔮Rituals to connect with the new moon in Aquarius

Group Meditation or Circle: Gather with others to share visions for change and collective healing.
Digital Detox: Aquarius rules technology—take a break to reconnect with your inner voice.
Release Ceremony: Write down limiting beliefs or outdated roles and burn them under the moonlight.
Creative Expression: Channel Leo’s energy—paint, dance, or perform something that reflects your truth.
Crystal Charging: Use moonlight to energize Aquarian stones like labradorite, amethyst, or fluorite

Looking at the aspects to planets and points in your own chart will help you see what may effect you - Look at 12 - 20 degrees of the fixed signs (Conjunction - Aquarius, opposition - Leo and square - Scorpio and Taurus). If you don't have access to a chart, you can create one here: Create a Natal Chart | Heart Horizon Astro

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