Moon transiting the houses

Moon in first house

The Moon in your first house is significant for many reasons. As with any transit associated with the first house, the Moon has reached a culmination point in your chart and a new cycle is beginning. Marked by the crossing of your ascendant, you’re beginning to come out of the hypnotic like trance produced by Luna’s transit through your twelfth house. Any self-realizations you discovered over the previous few days will slowly display themselves into your personality. I always compare this transition to a caterpillar. The twelfth house is the metamorphosis stage where you isolated yourself in a cocoon and the first house is when the butterfly emerges. Any dark and dreary feelings will gradually develop into much more pleasant emotions once you can identify where the dysfunction is arising from. Many of these complications are because the Moon desperately clings to the past. If you do have unresolved issues that arose during the transit of the previous house, your intensified emotions are meant to inspire you to finally resolve them. When you refuse to acknowledge what’s bothering you and bury it with vices or addictions then the headaches simply get stronger. Without any afflictions from the other planets, the conjunction between the Moon and your ascendant is supposed to be an emotionally refreshing time where you can begin focusing on yourself and your personal needs. Remember, problems never solve themselves and the twelfth house is where you realize your most personal ones. Your ascendant also marks the beginning of the southern hemisphere of your natal chart which is important in its own right. Your northern hemisphere is where the public can see you and how you relate to business, friends, and associates. The southern section is where you identify with your individual self and the family that is closest. Now is the perfect time to quit addictions and other bad habits restricting you from growing and succeeding. Remember this is only a two or three day period and the Moon’s development into your second house is when you see the results of your actions. If you matured properly then the fruits will be delicious and sweet. If you didn’t act right then you will get smacked right when the Moon is in your second house.

Moon in 2nd house

The second house is ruled by Venus and associated with the sign of Taurus. The brief period when the Moon is here should be when you begin to see the manifestation of your actions into physical entities. Basically you reap you’ve been sowing. The way you developed physically, spiritually, and emotionally during the Moon’s first house transit can finally be seen in the real world. If you put work into your ideas this is when you’re going to realize if they were beneficial or not. Failure is experienced because plans weren’t sound and you didn’t think things completely through. When success occurs it’s the direct result of hard work, dedication, or plain damn luck. Individuals with planets placed here natally will have a much more active few days than those who don’t. Each planet will express itself differently but you can still expect some excitement. Because the effects of the first house are usually quick and spontaneous the lull afterwards can make you lazy and complacent. If you devised long term plans over the last week then now is when you need to take the bull by the horns and spring into action. If not, any of the time and resources which were used will probably go to waste. Every successful endeavor goes through multiple changes and very rarely do things turn out as planned. Remember just because you get a little hitch in your giddy-up doesn’t mean the plan is going to fail. The Moon’s transit through your third house will reveal where changes need to be made.

It can also be a period when you take an extreme attachment to your possessions, materialistic, philosophical, emotional, or otherwise. The securities that a well rooted home life provides are more important during this transit. If your living situation is in slight turmoil or complete chaos, this will be a very difficult time. Remember you experience Moon transits on a monthly cycle and the other planets are going to be very significant modifying the effects of this transit. Usually this is a bad time to spend money on things you intend to sell. You’re more emotionally attached to your things at this time, and your attitude towards saving is lax. If Saturn or Jupiter are positively aligned this can be one of the most beneficial times of your year. In grander cases this can show a new house, car, or monumental purchase. Just make sure your decisions are sound and reasonable before buying something overly extravagant.     

Moon in 3rd house

The Moon spends about two or three days in each house. Her movement through your third house is supposed to be an intellectually stimulating time where you can communicate more freely with others. Those who are highly influenced by Mercury will find this to be a very enlightening three days where your thoughts are much more invigorated. Sometimes the increase in tempo is too much to handle and all the phone calls, emails, or messages build up to a breaking point. Planets positioned in this house natally become more emotionally involved and their condition in your birth chart is important. Good natal aspects indicate pleasant conversations and interactions while difficult aspects will generally show more hostility and rash decision making. This doesn’t mean you’re going to fight a mother f@#ker, but then again, you just might. Most of all, this is when your adaptability is going to be put to the test. Any intellectual ingenuity you possess will be on display and you’ll be surprised with what you can come up with. Only on rare occasions do plans follow through as desired and if you can’t react responsibly then the ensuing chain reaction can haunt you for months. Ever hear of the little bug that went ka-choo? It’s a kid story about how an insect sneezing causes a Rube Goldberg type spiral of chaos.

Most times your levels of intuition and psychic abilities are heightened by this transit, and your unconscious sense of awareness is considerably alert as well. Remember that not all communication is verbal. During this time you will be able to pick up on the body language and tones others are unknowingly projecting. The shallow insincere actions of others have no place around you right now and the personal junk of others can take a hike for all you care. Any superficial matters will be cast aside and dealt with later at a more appropriate time. One real danger is that any childish habits of your own may surface themselves, especially if you have planets here natally. As the Moon slowly progresses itself closer to your fourth house these inappropriate actions become more evident as the Moon prepares for the emotional fourth house transit.

All your communications take on an emotional undertone at this time. If there has been a conversation between you and a family member you have been putting off now is the time to deal with it. You are more able to connect with your emotions during this transit and can make the connection between your emotional state and your physical state more easily. Many times your automatic behavior and conditioned reactions create the most problems during this time. If you are having issues during this time it’s generally because you can’t separate your emotions from your intellect. When you’re the type who habitually responds emotionally this can be quite a contentious time. Despite the Moon’s quickly changing energies if you haven’t aligned your social responsibilities properly then this will most definitely be difficult as the Moon reaches your fourth house.

Moon in 4th house

The calming waters of the fourth house is where Lady Luna feels most comfortable. She’s the ruler of this domain which makes her nurturing powers much more powerful. Over the next couple days you’re going to feel most comfortable when secluding yourself from society and only associating with those you hold dearest. Family and your immediate home environment is what makes you the most secure and if your domestic needs are out of whack this transit can be a troublesome time. What’s happening is that you’re unconsciously seeking reprieve from outside complications and responsibilities. Everyone needs to take a break in order to recuperate both physically and psychologically. This represents the personal alone time that encourages recovery. Sometimes the difficulties will make you feel like you’re trying to push a log upstream. When you fight the chaotic forces of nature it can be similar to putting the wrong fuel in your vehicle. Diesel gas might be able to get things started, but there will be spitting and sputtering with lots of dirty residue building up. Both your fourth and fifth houses are supposed to be relaxing times where you can lay down and chill out. The fourth is when you want to do it with family, and the fifth is when you desire public attention. If you’re a natural isolationist then the following two or three days is a perfect time to do so. Be careful not to become too secluded because if you’re not careful you may turn your attention completely away from your social obligations and alienate mild acquaintances. The effects of a Moon transit is completely dependent on your natal chart. If you have planets afflicted here natally this can be an especially trying time. Along with the eight and twelfth houses, the fourth house is deeply rooted in your subconscious and controls many of your unconscious habits. If you have planets positively influenced here this will be a period when all your connections take on a more emotionally meaningful tone. By no means should this passing be considered bad or negative, the Moon is merely one of the several entities that triggers an event. Both pleasant and unfortunate events happen despite the house placement of the Moon. This is simply an indicator of the state of your emotions and a hint of direction where the event will occur.

If you’re attentive to your behaviors you may realize some of the useless habits and conditioning you have picked up along the way. Unfortunately, this self realization usually comes through a confrontation or emotional breakdown. Remember the Moon is easily influenced and her moods sway dramatically. During this period you should refrain from excessive alcohol and drug usage as your mind isn’t in the most stable condition now. Sudden and unexpected uprisings within your home life will probably occur and the effects will feel more overwhelming than they actually are. Sometimes the pressures will feel so great nothing gets accomplished. If you handle yourself properly when the Moon finally crosses into your fifth house your playfulness and high spirits should return. By no means should you fear a fourth house Moon transit. Because the Moon travels so fast, many of its effects are fleeting and unsubstantial. It isn’t until these energies are combined with others that you experience a significant event.

Moon in 5th house  

This transit of the Moon is completely different from the previous one. While in the fourth house you wanted to seclude yourself and focus on your domestic affair and home life, while the Moon is in traveling the fifth house your ego wishes to attract as much attention as it can gain. You will become more easily excited than usual, and your passions will be intensified. The ego burning inside is wanting to get out and express itself at this time, and you shouldn’t restrict that. Although it will be necessary to maintain recognition of your actions, which is easier said than done in this case. If you have planets negatively afflicted here then this will be a time of great anxiety and nervousness. Any attempt to hide and conceal your emotions will only add fuel to the fire. It’s imperative you maintain who you are and more importantly how you feel. Regardless of your gender, the Moon controls your feminine, nurturing, motherly qualities, and if you’re not comfortable with these traits it will be a difficult time. Connections with children will feel especially more meaningful. Along with the emotional tones of this transit, this progression is a time of fun and entertainment. If you have set yourself up properly the responsibilities you have already attended to can take a back seat for a little while as you kick back and relax. Per chance you haven’t much organized in your life this can be a time when you make mistakes adding to your turmoil. Shy away from making any long term commitments and starting any project that can’t be completed in a short amount of time. You may think and feel like you’re up to something now, but when the fire produced here fades you will be left with nothing more than some burnt ashes. Remember house transits from the Moon give us an unconscious desire to pursue something. Although it doesn’t dictate what will happen by itself, the condition of the Moon is important while making transits to natal planets.

Moon in the 6th house

The sixth house is considerably different from the transit of the fifth. The previous house was a time for playful recreation and now the vacation has come to an end. As the sixth house transit brings you back into reality the way you interact with others becomes more apparent, especially the way you take care of them. This is a house of servitude and many times there will be instances when your resources are needed to assist someone else. It can be a serious injury or illness requiring attention from you, or it can be as simple as a random friend asking for a little gas money. Hopefully you’re able to refocus your attention towards responsibilities and everyday duties. Traditionally your first through sixth houses are a time when you focus on yourself and those closest to you. The sixth house culmination of a two week period where you became more aware of yourself and your priorities. Because the Moon is so easily influenced, her condition during this transit will be an indicator of just how these couple days will pan out. Remember Moon transits occur at twenty eight day intervals and they act as a trigger toward the other planets. The position of the Sun is just as important as the Moon because they work in tandem when it comes to transits. When the Sun is in a positive relation the transit is usually productive. When it isn’t is when you get headaches both physically and metaphorically.

On an individual level this transit is a time to change and organize. If you want to start a new physical or spiritual regiment now would be a good time to do so. It’s also a great opportunity to analyze your diet and how your body is affected by what you eat. It doesn’t have to be anything substantial or considerably long-term, but an alteration in your lifestyle is necessary. Whether you like it or not. The hypercritical sign of Virgo rules this house and, if you’re not careful your judgmental attitude will piss off your friends. Make sure you point your finger at yourself as much as you do your neighbor on this one. On a domestic level this is an excellent time to improve your home with arts and crafts type stuff. Consider organizing that drawer of random stuff or sorting through your garage. I’m always amazed at the old trinkets I’ve stashed along the way. If you do anything at all just get outside. Many times we become sick because we are simply lacking fresh air and exercise.    

Moon in 7th house

The seventh house marks the opposition to your ascendant, and the beginning of how you deal with the public. Sometimes, this can be mildly difficult because for the last two weeks you have been more focused on yourself and your own desires. This is known as the house of relationships and represents how you function with around other people. If you have planets positioned here natally this will be an emotionally connective time where you feel the love, and hate, of others much more passionately. During this month you fall deeply in love with love itself and will sometimes force yourself into a bad relationship in order to fill the void. Any relationships which begin during this progression that don’t have emotional roots will completely fail down the road. Now is not the time for a one night stand. You’re more interested in relationships where commitment is a key philosophy from both parties. Remember the Moon is the fastest of the transiting planets and sometimes the feelings are simply dust in the wind. Starting with your closest intimate relationships, the following two weeks is a time when you're going to regain focus on how you serve those around you, how they serve you, and what the place they have in your life. Marriages, business partnership, and casual friendships are all affected by this transit, and this is usually a pleasant time when your bonds strengthen.

If you are a Libra, or the Moon is aspecting the ruler of your 7th house it will be troublesome to maintain detached and objective views towards those you love. Lots of tensions are caused because you fleetingly sweep you problems under the rug and pretend nothing is wrong. Part of this transit is to bring unresolved issues to your attention and allow you to grow as a person. Remember that many Moon transits are extremely subtle and generally are rooted subconsciously, dubiously causing you to react emotionally and habitually. Whatever unconscious responses you have ingrained into your psyche will prevail over rational thought and action. Fortunately, if you are one of the people negatively influenced by this monthly transit, it is only for a brief time and you will slowly regain the lost focus.  

Moon in 8th house

Your eighth house is the deepest, darkest, most sexual side of your personality. This is a very passionate and obsessive section of your chart and the Moon can have great difficulties here. Similar to the fourth and twelfth houses, the eight house is made of water and your inner subconsciousness is greatly affected. If you have planets negatively afflicted here natally you can expect this to be a psychologically strenuous time. The Moon is only one of the many things that control us humans, brief house transits are experienced monthly and shouldn’t be taken all too seriously, unless there are other planets adding to the chaos. Many of the effects caused with an eighth house transit are associated with property and possessions held jointly between you and another individual. In marriages this can be an indicator of an argument over finances. Conversely, if you have prepared yourself properly this can show a time when you advance your assets somehow. Per chance you and your partner have been considering a large purchase, this is a great time to do so. Other than the opposing second house this is an opportune time to acquire long term assets you wish to hold on to a while.

Unfortunately death is also all too associated with the eighth house. This doesn’t mean you should fear someone dying every time this transit comes around. As we all must deal with the loss of loved ones and possessions these few days can be a time of personal reflection and growth. Along with the fourth and twelfth houses, the effects of the eighth house are deeply embedded in your subconscious. The death you may face may not be physical or material. It may be an old form of belief system that has become useless or ineffective which must be cast aside. Again the absolute possessiveness and jealousy produced by ruling sign Scorpio will be the number one source of tensions here. In the instance you are faced with something being taken away it is only because you have become too attached and Saturn is probably trying to teach you a difficult lesson. Future predictions aren’t solely based by Moon transits as they merely represent the conditions of your emotions and subconscious. If there are other planets transiting this house, or you have planets positioned here natally then this experience will be intensified.      

Moon in 9th house

The ninth house is an inspiring and rejuvenating period for the Moon. Over the next few days you develop a curious restlessness that’s difficult to define or identify. Although you may not know what you want to do, you definitely know there’s something fun out there just calling your name. If you’re planning a quick little get away, this is an opportune time for it. Traveling short distances will have a mysteriously calming effect on you. Along with your tenth house, these two houses have a lot of involvement with the public and how you portray yourself to your peers. Social status and presence amongst the community becomes more important and apparent. If you deny yourself these contacts you may sink into a faint lull of depression. This is a time for you to get out, be recognized or praised for your contributions to others. The previous house transit is a much darker place than the ninth. Many times the hypnotic trance the eighth house is capable of can be very difficult to come out of. It’s very similar to being dead asleep and woken up suddenly.

Studies or intellectual endeavors are going to take an unusual priority in your life during this transit. If you have been considering a return to school now would be the best time to make a solid decision. Not only can this progression broaden your horizons mentally, it can also open you up spiritually. You might learn something new from a random stranger or foreigner here as well. Someone with a background entirely different from yours may cross your path, even if it’s just a minute or two. Even though the Moon obsessively clings to things which are familiar it is seemingly more open to the strange and unusual here. Your ninth house represents a desire to break free and explore the world around you. If you do decide to travel make sure it isn’t too radically different than your normal behavior. It’s completely possible you take your fun too far and create serious consequences for yourself.

Moon in 10th house

Marked at the beginning by the midheaven, your tenth house is the area of your persona that’s exposed to the rest of society. Planets transiting this house stimulate activities involving business, education, and government activities. When that planet is the Moon then you become more comfortable out amongst society. It’s easier for you to direct your attention to the responsibilities that Sometimes even your most personal affairs are surfaced into the air, and it may be difficult to keep things a secret during this period. It’s possibly a very troublesome time if you’re a consistent liar and deceive those around you. If you’re the reserved type this can be an indicator of a public argument or display of emotion. Along with public perceptions your career is also moderately defined by your tenth house. If you are pursuing any form of political campaign or study regiment this is an excellent transit to plan your monthly projects. Sometimes thinking about the close, but not immediate future is needed and this will give you a little inspiration to do so. If you fail to make any personal progress during this progression when the Moon reaches the end of your twelfth house and crosses your ascendant your follies are going to be recognized.

In your immediate workplace you are more sensitive and emotionally engaged with your coworkers now. Any work which you must accomplish within a group is going to run smoother than most provided you are able to keep your ego in check. You are definitely more open to the ideas of others and can reject their opinions without causing too many riffs. Their criticism is less stinging and more eye opening as well. It’s possible that a romantic fling with one of your business associates flares up. This can most definitely be a distraction and a conflict of interests creating unnecessary tensions. Individuals who have planets positioned here natally are obviously subject to the greatest influence. As with all Moon transits, her condition during the progression as well as your natal planets will be key during this time. Moon progressions always need outside forces to trigger a significant event, and their influence alone is rarely strong enough to cause something alone. The Moon’s constant emotional fluctuations are always difficult to judge as well as her stability. Although this should be an uplifting time, no matter what condition the Moon is in at the beginning of this transit, things can flip at the drop of a hat and usually do. A tenth house transit is definitely a time when things are brought into the open for personal growth and direction.  

Moon in 11th house

Fairly similar to the transit through your tenth house while in the eleventh house your emotional attention sways from those you are paid to associate with to those you choose to associate with. Bonds and emotional connections with those not always in your immediate social circle are placed under scrutiny and are examined for their usefulness. Any friendships which have grown unnecessary are subject to termination or possibly a total restructuring. Unfortunately, this termination of friendship usually occurs through an argument or personal intrusion. Regardless of your gender, friendships with females are more prominent than males. The Moon is very outgoing at this time and you may feel much bolder than usual. Even this assertiveness can be taken too far. Because you feel more entitled with your friends you may be the one who over steps a boundary and instigates the altercation. Most times this is fairly minimal and everything usually blows over.

Either way, whether good or bad, this progression places intense emotional emphasis on your friendships. The conversations you have will be more meaningful and heartfelt, touching you at a much deeper level. You will become considerably more protective and supportive of your friends. This would be a great time to help someone that doesn’t have the ability to repay you. As ludicrous as it may sound, you possess a hint of jealousy when your friends show others more attention than you. Re-examine your goals and aspirations over the next few days because once the Moon crosses into your twelfth house the effects are completely different. The eleventh house is nearing the end of your monthly Moon cycle and your subconscious realizes this even though you do not. Inside your brain is subtly preparing you for the Moon’s transition into the much more seclusive twelfth house. As the Moon approaches the cusp between the eleventh and twelfth houses you will see your energy level dwindle and flare out quickly, remember this is a very natural process and is vital for personal growth.   

Moon in your 12th house

After all eleven houses the Moon has finally reached its transit through your twelfth and will cause significant problems if you haven’t prepared yourself well. Over the next few days all the problems in your life will feel seemingly unbearable and that nothing ever goes in your favor. You forget everything that makes you happy, and retreat into a seclusive shell. If you have anxiety, depression, or any other mental disorders this transit is especially potent for you. While the Moon is here it triggers all the hidden feelings of guilt, resentment, anger, and all the other issues you have pushed away and covered. As this is a regularly occurring transit which happens every 28 days or so, it doesn’t always trigger a horrific experience. It does however indicate that you will be extra sensitive to the needs of others, as well as their criticism. In child type terms, this is your pissy pants phase where nothing makes you happy and you just want to sulk. If you have planets positioned here natally this almost always shows an emotional bond either strengthening or weakening itself. Sometimes it comes through a monumental argument where both sides release steam. The sometimes volcanic effects of this will allow you to rid yourself of any pent up demons which have been haunting you.

There are also positive effects of this transit as well. First, this Moon placement allows you to reach deeper levels of meditation and enter a realm of your mind never before experienced. In addition, if you have been setting yourself up responsibly over the last month this is when you will somewhat retire away, and bask in your own glory a little. The pleasant feelings you experience will be more meaningful and touch you more than usual. This is an emotional house and the relationships which are affected by this will be for the better. When you do decide to seclude yourself make sure not to isolate yourself so much your duties are ignored. Part of the problems caused are when responsibilities build up and the difficult challenge ahead seems unbearable. All these periods of near desperation are preparing you for the Moons crossing of your ascendant and the beginning of another monthly cycle. Remember that during the past few weeks the Sun as well as all the other planets continued their transits producing their varying effects. The next phase of your yearly progression is occurring and you get to start the ride all over again.