A full moon happens when transiting moon is exactly opposite the Sun in the sky. At the new Moon phase, the Moon is so close to the Sun in the sky that none of the side facing Earth is illuminated. The lunar cycle can be divided into 4 quarters- The first stage is the new moon, the waxing first quarter moon is the second, the third stage is when it reaches its zenith thus its name full moon and lastly is the waning phase in the last quarter. Each of these points in the Moon’s monthly cycle offers a particular opportunity for developing self-awareness and taking action in our lives.
Full moons represent a time of revelation and marks a culminating point when we become consciously aware whether a relationship, situation, or a way of being has run its course and a shift needs to be made. And if we realize something in our lives has reached its end, it is likely to trigger all sorts of emotions and intense situations or confrontations therein.
Emotional Intensity and Deeper Transformation
With this full moon happening in Capricorn around the 13th-14th July 2022, it will be making a conjunction to Pluto which is around 27 degrees of Capricorn at the moment. This conjunction is likely to bring the themes of intensity, transformation and power and control on not only a collective but on an individual level as well. The desire to transform in some way or stay stuck in the status quo will get intensified.
Full moons have been known to illuminate areas in your life that could be either conducive or blocking your personal growth. A deeper dive into the house placements and aspects it makes in an individual’s chart will help in navigating this energy more optimally.
Full moons are also the best times for releasing what is no longer working and what changes you need to make in your life depending on the area of life they are occurring in. And since this full moon is especially powerful as it taking place around the same degree as transiting Pluto, we can expect to go through a metaphorical death and rebirth in that area of life concerned. Unresolved emotions, old unconscious habits and painful memories from the past could be coming up for resolution.
This full moon conjunction also forms a harmonious sextile with Neptune in Pisces which could bring in the insights and intuitions in that area of life concerned, perhaps seeing things with a more compassionate lens. And with Transiting Uranus in Taurus which will trine this full moon, it will add momentum to bring about the required transformation we intensely desire.
Your energy levels could be impacted too. Or maybe you will find it hard to stay motivated. This full moon comes after another emotional intense astrological event that occurred in the previous week of Mars in Aries squaring Pluto in Capricorn where similar themes of power and transformation were highlighted. However, the mars Pluto square was much more combative and violent than the current full moon, which will be more emotional in nature. Questions as to what works and what no longer is functioning will have to be addressed on the individual level. This is a powerful energy overall and we will be forced to face the truth and make necessary changes.
Lets have a look at how this Full moon is likely to affect you depending on your ascendant sign.
Aries: This full moon- Pluto conjunction happens in your 10th house of career, public recognition, and mentors. Where do you want to be in your career, workplace and the changes you need to make in these spheres will all be illuminated. Issues of power and control and intense emotional situations could surface around the work place or with authority figures thus care must be taken to avoid any kind of confrontations during this time.
Taurus: This full moon- Pluto conjunction will shine a light in your 9th house of your worldviews, higher learning, growth and travel. Your emotional needs in these areas would likely become clear. Whether you want to pursue higher education, take up some course. Also emotional intensity with the Pluto conjunction could cause you to question your current beliefs and philosophies in life. Sudden emotional urge to travel the world and expand could also surface.
Gemini: This full moon illuminates your 8th house which rules crisis, issues around intimacy, shared resources and taxes.
Your deeply subconscious needs and fears and past experiences and memories are likely to surface with full emotional intensity. Things that you had repressed will come up for resolution and your personal intimate world will be highlighted. Awareness around your deepest attachments and the work that needs to be done in these areas will remain in focus for you. Perhaps you will decide to take your intimate partnerships to the next level or bring it to an end if they haven’t been meeting your deepest emotional needs. Also issues around shared resources could surface with your partner. Try to avoid any rash confrontations during this time and take time to reflect before acting out emotionally.
Cancer: This full moon lands in your 7th house of long term romantic and business partnerships. It will be a time reassess all your close partnerships. Perhaps you realise the importance of setting boundaries in your close partnerships if you’ve been over doing and oversharing. Any issues and difficulties around the reciprocity of your relationships will be in focus when the Full moon makes a conjunction with Pluto. You might have a sudden emotional need to take your relationship with your partner to the next level. Expect heightened emotions about all your commitments and important relationships as the 7th house is the house of the other opposing your ascendant and first house.
Leo: This full moon Pluto conjunction will bring focus to your 6th house of work, health and routines. You might want to get started on a new health and fitness lifestyle as this sector of your life is highlighted. Anything you’ve been neglecting at work can also come up for you to address.
Virgo: Your fifth house of dating, romance, children, creativity self expression will be in focus during this time. Since the full moon is also conjunct Pluto any dysfunctional patterns or unconscious behaviours that have been running your life will come up with full emotional force. Why you do what you do.
Libra: The full moon along with Pluto conjunction will light up your 4th house of home life, ancestors, foundations and security. You could be clearing some issues surrounding your family. Perhaps releasing the childhood guilt and shame, and embracing your ancestral roots. You could also feel emotionally about topics such as ancestral healing and breaking generational trauma that has been going on in your family.
Scorpio: This full moon will highlight the 3rd house of communication, siblings and short distance travel. Watch out for power struggles around communication and information exchange with siblings and neighbours or on social media that could turn intense and highly emotional.
Sagittarius: Your 2nd house of finances, possessions and values will likely be the focus for this full moon in Capricorn conjunct Pluto. You could be making some big changes to your finances and the money you make and add emotional intensity to the whole issue. Also your self worth and values you live by will be the focus for you to bring about a metamorphosis.
Capricorn: The 1st house or house of self is the area of life that will be illuminated by this full moon in Capricorn. You are in the spotlight Capricorn as this full moon happens in your sign, Who you are, your identity could be changing. Also your 7th house axis is also triggered which coulp propel you towards a complete transformation of who you are as a person.
Aquarius: 12th house
This will be a very intense time for you. A lot of supressed emotions could come up as this full moon fall in your 12th house of spirituality, solitude, and the subconscious. This is a time to rest, review, reflect, and restore your soul. You could be having some vivid insightful dreams and everything dysfunctional that needs to let go of including attachments to people, things and old unconscious behavioural patterns.
Pisces: 11th house
The full moon lights up your 11th house of friendships, networking, dreams and wishes for you. It’s time to connect with the people you admire and respect and perhaps let go of those connections that may not be serving you and not in alignment with your hopes and vision for your future.
CONCLUSION
Overall this full moon will be an emotionally intense time as it happens in close proximity to Pluto. It will be prompting you to reimagine and recalibrate an area of your life by taking full responsibility and thereby making appropriate changes required.