The Moon through the Signs
The Lunar Influence in Your Astrological Chart
What effect does the placement of the moon have in your astrological chart?
It is said in astrology that an individual will respond intuitively and instinctively to situations in a manner typical of their Moon sign.
The Moon is said to indicate attributes inherited from earlier generations, which may be recognisable but difficult to come to terms with.
Julia and Derek Parker say in their book 'Parkers' Astrology', that an awareness of these basic reactions is very helpful and give an overview of how the Moon's placement may provide an understanding of the influences shaping our personality.
Aries (21 March – 20 April)
The reactions are fast and the individual will respond emotionally when feelings are aroused.
- Positive: Decisive, Independent, Adventurous
- Negative: Aggressive, Accident Prone, Selfish
Taurus (21 April – 21 May)
The need for material and emotional security will be enhanced.
- Positive: Love of Beauty, Reliable, Protective
- Negative: Possessive, Stubborn, Prone to Weight Gain
Gemini (22 May – 21 June)
There will be a rapid verbal response to situations, which is characteristic of this placing.
- Positive: Versatile, Inquisitive, Sharp Mind
- Negative: Impatient, Restless, Superficial
Cancer (June 22 – 22 July)
The naturally self-protective instinct of the Cancerian will be heightened.
- Positive: Nurturing, Intuitive, Caring
- Negative: Moody, Defensive, Prone to Worry
Leo (23 July – 23 August)
An instinctive wish to lead the pack will emerge, there will be a desire to be in charge of the situation.
- Positive: Enthusiastic, Confident, Imaginative
- Negative: Egotistical, Bossy, Dogmatic
Virgo (24 August – 22 September)
A sharp, rational and pragmatic approach to situations will be apparent.
- Positive: Practical, Studious, Resourceful
- Negative: Nervous, Lack of Self-Confidence, Pedantic
Libra (23 September – 23 October)
A natural diplomacy and tact are present with this placing.
- Positive: Kind, Charming, Relaxed
- Negative: Indecisive, Gullible, Easily Influenced
Scorpio (24 October – 22 November)
A Scorpio Moon will show a person capable of powerful and vivid responses to situations.
- Positive: Passionate, Determined, Magnetic
- Negative: Jealous, Obsessive, Resentful
Sagittarius (23 November – 21 December)
Positivity, enthusiasm and optimism are recognisable traits of a Sagittarius Moon.
- Positive: Honest, Proactive, Good-Humoured
- Negative: Inconsistent, Tactless, Irresponsible
Capricorn (22 December – 20 January)
A cool, calm and measured response will be clearly evident with the moon in Capricorn.
- Positive: Disciplined, Patient, Humorous
- Negative: Pessimistic, Rigid, Fatalistic
Aquarius (21 January – 18 February)
Detached, controlled and extremely practical reactions are characteristics to note in this placing.
- Positive: Intellectual, Inventive, Original
- Negative: Detached, Perverse, Unemotional
Pisces (19 February – 20 March)
A heightened emotional response to situations can be strongly indicative of a Piscean placement.
- Positive: Imaginative, Sensitive, Sympathetic
- Negative: Escapist, Secretive, Vague
The Moon is said to be the third most important factor in a birth chart after the Sun sign and Ascendant. To gauge its overall effect on an individual a full profile is recommended by astrologists.
Sources
Parker's Astrology - Julia and Derek Parker (Dorling Kindersley Limited - 2003)
