Monthly Moon Alignments
When calculating a lunar return, you’ll need to know three things about your natal Moon: the sign, degree, and minute. I use alabe.com for most of my chart needs Once you’ve got that information, figure out when the Moon will return to the exact same position it held in your natal chart for the month in question. For example, if your Moon is at 16 degrees and 22 minutes of Aries, that becomes your reference point anytime you calculate a lunar return. If your Moon is at 18 degrees and 35 minutes of Gemini, use that instead. Also note that the rising sign of the lunar return chart will likely differ from the rising sign in your natal chart. Once you’ve generated the chart, interpreting the aspects and house placements will require some astrological aptitude.
Pluto- Sept 4: 1st degree Aquarius
Neptune- Sept 8: 1st degree Aries
Saturn- Sept 8: 29th degree Pisces
Uranus- Sept 13: 1st degree Gemini
Jupiter- Sept 16: 20th degree Cancer
Venus- Sept 19: 29th degree Leo
Mercury- Sept 22: 7th degree Libra
Mars- Sept 24: 1st degree Scorpio
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Pluto- Sept 4: 1st degree Aquarius
Pluto
The Moon’s conjunction with your natal Pluto is one of those transits where your emotions, habits, and inner subconscious are all affected. The intensity of what you experience will vary greatly from month to month and the deeper meaning of this connection is to reveal your innermost, sometimes darkest, feelings. On occasion it will just casually pass by with nothing more than a couple vivid dreams or a little fatigue. Other times it will feel like you’re being bombarded with catastrophes and the chaos will never end. Plutonian forces are best represented by circumstances where one thing is completely destroyed so something else can be built, and according to the universe, tragedies are only stepping stones for us to learn how to grow and overcome obstacles. Pluto is the entity bringing such obstacles. It’s very much like demolishing an old building and constructing something bigger and better in its place. In geological terms it would be a volcanic eruption. At first there was a little shaking and rumbling. Then the top is blown and the ensuing destruction is enormous. The landscape may be blackened and completely knocked down, but this state is only temporary. Eventually foliage returns and the wildlife can go back to flourishing.
Saturn
Saturn isn’t the most exciting planet in our solar system. It’s a lot like the boss at work nobody wants to deal with. The only problem is, without someone being kind of an a$$hole making sure everyone is on task, then nothing would get done. Remember though, you don’t get yelled at unless you're dinking around or messing things up. If you act right you won’t get smacked right amigo. Also, everyone handles their Moon transits differently. Some people will accept their duties and be very productive. Others will have emotional breakdowns and end up crying in the bathroom stall. Luna does not like the stabilizing properties of Saturn. If you distance yourself from your feelings and separate your emotions so you can see things from a more objective point of view. This is a monthly reality check that’s meant to expose where mistakes are being made so corrections can follow. During this period you’re going to want to be alone with your innermost thoughts so you can analyze and organize. It may only last a couple hours, but the subtle effects of this transit will be more evident once it passes and you’re back to your normal self again. Domestic issues usually accompany this alignment because you’re seeing the things in your life that are less than satisfactory but don’t necessarily know how to deal with them. If you’re in an emotionally stable place you’ll fare much better than those who aren’t. If you are clinging onto any childish habits that have worn out their need this will be a very difficult time. The more you hold onto your outgrown behaviors the more difficult it is to grow and mature. The Moon always does what’s most comfortable, Saturn does what’s most logical. These two behaviors don’t always coincide with each other and today you need to side with logic. Rather than go out and about getting things done, try to stay at home and organize anything that seems out of control. Domestic issues usually accompany this transit because you can identify the things in your life that are less than satisfactory. If your house is a mess today is a great day to clean it. It’s also a wonderful day to start a new study or read something more advanced than your general magazine or newspaper. Remember this is only a simple Moon transit and the other planets are definitely going to have their say.
Saturn- Sept 8: 29th degree Pisces
Neptune- Sept 8: 1st degree Aries
Neptune
Conjunctions involving the Moon and Neptune have many different effects, most of which are extremely subtle and unconscious. Vivid dreams are meant to inspire your creativity as well as give you insight from the spiritual realm. During this transit your sensitivity to others and the environment around you is heightened. You pick up on the unbroadcasted signals and body language of those around you and it’s important to stay away from people who continuously complain or bring you down. You’re susceptible to taking on their problems as your own and using valuable resources to fix someone else’s problem. Days like these are when it’s difficult to wake up and muscles just won’t function properly for the time being. Don’t be alarmed if you feel sad about things you would not normally be melancholy about. Your empathy towards others is strong and today would be a great day to help a friend with their issues. Especially stimulated are your psychic abilities and imagination. The creative potential during this period is tremendous. The mystical and magical properties of Neptune are buried deep within your subconscious. As the Moon triggers these connections the pending results might astonish you. It might, and probably will, take a couple days to completely recognize the results of this transit. It isn’t advised to make difficult decisions today because it’s more troublesome to decipher fact from fiction. You’re so concerned about others that you’ll let them take advantage of you and your things. Many of the mistakes made under this will be because you weren’t willing to see things as they truly were. The lighter side of this relationship is going to allow you to tap into your artistic side. Decorating your home or starting an art project are both great ideas. Make sure you’ve finished up some of your other obligations and you have the resources to do so. Don’t forget simple cleaning and reorganizing your junk can be considered domestic art projects. Both the Moon and Neptune are nurturing and healing entities. Both physical and psychological ailments can be alleviated today. Possibly with a really good nap.
Uranus
First off, Uranus is one of the generational planets which makes house placement and natal condition more important than the personal planets. This is one of what I call a roller coaster transit, meaning there are many ups, downs, and loopyloops which are meant to stimulate some excitement in your life. Like the straw that stirs the drink. Any transit involving Uranus is generally a fluctuating time where unpredictable circumstances emerge from nowhere. These events can show you how ingenious you really are. These planets are basically spinning a random wheel of destiny and Lord only knows where the chaos will finally stop. Ever heard of chicken head bingo? It’s a horrible game I won’t describe but this alignment could be a grotesque metaphor. Just lop off the top and see where the hen finally falls to a stop. Take extra precaution under this transit because fool hearted decisions will lead to more problems down the road. Your erratic behavior can confuse others and cause riffs where they don’t belong. If you go storming around causing trouble with everyone you’re going to have to go back and apologize later. If not, the issue will resurface under different conditions. This is one of the most unstable transits the Moon will make and your demeanor will show it. Parents with young children going through this transit may want to stock up on duct tape and tie down straps. Kids with significant behavior problems will lash out more intensively and on unsuspecting victims. On the positive side you're much more open to things that are odd and different from your normal style. People from other backgrounds are more intriguing and unconsciously seek their contact. Don’t be surprised if you find yourself talking the ear off of the grocery checker today.
Uranus- Sept 13: 1st degree Gemini
Jupiter
99 times out of 100 the Moon’s transit over Jupiter is a positive experience where you can learn about yourself and the higher octaves of the universe. This will only occur if you’re conscious of what you’re doing and have a specific goal in mind. If you let this casually slip by, your Ah Ha moment will be subtle and sometimes unrecognizable. If you focus and put it to proper use the possibilities are limitless. Your aspirations can range from strengthening relationship bonds to discovering a new path on your spiritual journey. Prayers and meditations will be much more meaningful and you can harness powers from supernatural forces effortlessly in a very unconscious manner. Even if you don’t try, there will be a subtle feeling of spirituality and connection with a higher something. That something will vary from person to person. Today can be compared to coming to a beautiful vantage point when out on a hike. As you’ve been grueling on the path through the woods you’ve stumbled across a clearing and the beautiful view is worth every ounce of the effort needed to get there. Remember this is only a brief stop at a watering hole and eventually the journey must continue. Jupiter is one of our philosophical teachers and If you apply your lessons properly then emotional tensions can be alleviated much more comfortably. The odyssey of life never stops. It’s like a constantly flowing river. It may be the same river but it will only be in the current state for a millisecond and can never be the same. Nothing produced from Jupiter will ever be bad. Situations may feel uncomfortable at first, but as the skies will clear, the rainbow will be beautiful once again. More often than not, you’ll just casually let this transit pass by simply feeling lighthearted and at ease with where you are in life. Even if you’re living under a bridge, the few amenities you have will feel more fulfilling. Overall this is a great day to do whatever you choose. Work endeavors feel as they’re flowing smoothly and personal matters touch your heart in a more exponential manner. As with every transit involving Jupiter, there is always the chance of overdoing a good thing to the point of destructive excess. A couple scoops of ice cream is tasty but the whole gallon will make you sick to your stomach. Stay out of the bars or casinos unless you can stick to a strict budget. If not, you will probably be waking up with a few less dollars and a considerable hangover.
Jupiter- Sept 16: 20th degree Cancer
Venus- Sept 19: 29th degree Leo
Venus
As the rulers of femininity, there’s a very special relationship between the Moon and Venus. When functioning harmoniously, this duo will ease your tensions and relieve some of the problems in your relationships. Venus represents our affiliations both personal and professional. When the Moon makes her monthly crossing the way you feel towards these people becomes more evident whether for the positive or negative. Sometimes this can reveal helpful connections which are supportive and nurturing. Maybe you reconcile with someone from the past. Possibly you connect with your mother or female figure in a more profound way. Other times, this can mean you close your fist and take a swing at a bitch. Those with Venus in a fire sign are most likely to do so. Look at the aspects from the other planets to get an indication of which scenario is most likely. Squares or oppositions from Mars, Saturn, or Uranus can indicate the darker side of the Moon’s progress. Trines and sextiles might feel difficult at first but eventually everything makes sense in a productive manner. If life is tough during these couple days try to look forward to when the Moon forms a sextile with your natal Venus. Everything changes and if life has not been happy then this can be the start of something good. The ebb and flow of the tides can be both tumultuous and peaceful. Even through the sometimes turbulent waves the beauty of life can be seen.
Mercury- Sept 22: 7th degree Libra
Mercury
Both the Moon and Mercury are exceptionally quick and all by itself this is not a very powerful transit. Single handedly, this bridges your emotions with your intellect and you’ll probably notice you think about your feelings a lot more today. You’ll find yourself constantly daydreaming and when you drop your phone in the toilet it’s because you were lost in fantasyland and just plain fumbled it. Casual conversations can feel like they’re with close friends and your loved ones become even closer. On a subconscious level, this alignment will affect your dreams and habitual reactions more than you care to admit. If you’re a creature of consistent routine then this transit will bring them to your attention and any negative patterns can be identified and dealt with. Whether you handle them properly is up to you. Sometimes you’ll confront that bastard straight on and sometimes you’ll simply bury them away and deal with them another time. Again, this transit is heavily influenced by both the condition of the Moon as well as your natal Mercury placement. When Mercury is dysfunctional in the natal chart then this will more than likely be a day of obscure indecisiveness. It will be troublesome to make concrete decisions and you shouldn’t even try. This would be a much better time to collect facts and analyze the situation when you have a clearer mind. Especially involved are your addictions to drugs, alcohol, and other forms of contraband that you know isn’t good for you. Best advice, identify the vice destroying your life and eliminate it. If your natal Mercury has harmonious aspects like the trine and sextile involved this can be a very pleasant time where you’re able to develop comfortable relationships.
Mars
The Moon’s transit over Mars is usually more difficult than her contacts with the other planets. When these two align you might think and feel like you want to do something but once you get into the depth of the project it’s a completely different story. Because their natural properties are so contradicting when they align it generally causes a lot more problems than it solves. Over the course of this transit you’re much more emotionally driven and the impulsiveness of Mars doesn’t handle the clinginess of the Moon with the greatest of ease. Although you might think you want to get out and do something your physical energy level is low and once you get into your project you realize it’s much more work than originally intended. On an emotional level you’re pretty much a fireball and anything in your way is easily torched. This transit can be quite the volatile roller coaster with many ups, downs, and hair raising turns in between. If you’re cooped up inside you become easily agitated and lash out at the slightest provocation without any regard for your victim. You have to find a positive outlet that you can start and stop at will without any form of time restrictions. If not, then the repercussions will be more problematic than you think. Problems that are little snowballs today can easily turn into an avalanche of garbage you don’t want to deal with later. If you start the fight today, finish the fight today and don’t be surprised when you realize that you’re the asshole picking the fight and sometimes others just don’t want to argue. Don’t go out of your way to start or continue an argument and you’ll do just fine. The condition of the Moon during this transit is more vital than her other conjunctions with the other planets. When you cook with bad ingredients the dish is never as pleasant and the Moon is a little salty today. Be a tasty dish and not burnt macaroni.
Another obvious variable is the condition of Mars in your natal chart. A heavily afflicted Mars is like a massive bruise on your leg. Every time the Moon crosses it you feel as if someone is repeatedly punching your soft spot. If the Moon is triggering harsh emotions they’re simply because you don’t want to deal with them in a rational manner. If this is the case you will need soothing energies from elsewhere in order to make this run in a more tolerable fashion. Try to refrain from direct confrontations with loved ones. Because you're more willing to express your true feelings you’re probably going to say something you later regret. Especially avoid complications with your mother. If you can maintain your cool and focus your energy towards a direct ambition then you can accomplish much today. If you become restless and can’t sleep, don't lay in bed tossing and turning. Get up and do some basic house chores in the middle of the night even if it’s only for an hour.
Mars- Sept 24: 1st degree Scorpio
