First Quarter Moon in Cancer ☽ Apr 4, 2025

artist: Jun’ichiro Sekino

Friday, Apr 4 🦀 8:15 pm CDT

The restless Aries sun squares the emotive moon in Cancer. The moon rules Cancer, so she is “at home” here.

At the waxing first quarter moon, we decide what we will keep from the new lunar cycle. Quarter phases help clarify our plans post-new moon. This quarter follows the New Moon Solar Eclipse in Aries.

Can we mediate a conversation between insatiable Aries and tender Cancer? Cancer the Crab says: listen to your heart and don’t dare ignore it. Sit with discomfort and ask yourself difficult questions. This moon phase is about fusing action (Aries) with emotion (Cancer) and letting the two inform one another.

Life feels rushed and uncertain under an Aries sun, not to mention the general chaos of being a human alive on planet earth in 2025. Hearts are heavy with feelings. Observe closely. With wisdom, actions can be executed according to intentions.

When deep emotion tugs on the soul, we may be too distracted to work or do anything at all. The heart demands our attention. The heart informs all, not least of which our mental health. When we feel clear, we flow in harmony. Water stills and reflects. A quiet mind reflects things as they are.

Stress and torment give way to tenderness and understanding. Seek emotional counsel from wise womxn in your life. Believe in yourself. Remember how resilient you are.

Great news: the moon herself forms supportive angles to both Uranus in Taurus and Saturn in Pisces, AND coincides with an energizing trine between Mars in Cancer and Saturn. We have plenty of grounding and support to sail smoothly through Cancer’s ocean.

The vibe is surrender to the heart. I wish you peace and ease. Nourish yourself with Cancer Yoga. To find your personal moon sign, click here.

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