Full Moon in Aquarius

Full Moons illuminate.

They draw what’s been hidden into the light — the truths we’ve avoided, the patterns we’ve outgrown, and the quiet next steps our soul has been asking us to take.

Emotions can rise to the surface, to reveal what’s ready to be integrated and released. This Aquarius Full Moon is a dynamic one! and to feel its message fully, we need to return to the New Moon — the beginning of this lunar cycle.

Two weeks ago, the Leo New Moon stood opposite Pluto, calling us to face fears we might have preferred to keep buried. It may have felt like the tension was “out there” — in other people, in circumstances, or in the wider world, but in truth, it was pointing us inward.

Fears, identity struggles, old patterns… may have began stirring under the Leo New Moon.

Now, under the light of the Aquarius Full Moon, she asks: Which identities, stories, or attachments are you ready to shed so that more of your true self can be revealed?

The Full Moon — 17° of Aquarius

This Full Moon in Aquarius sits opposite the Sun in Leo — a polarity that invites us into the dance between:

Leo: creative self-expression, personal will, confidence, and the desires of the heart.
Aquarius: your role in the collective, your ideals, your contribution to the greater good.

Leo is personal fire; Aquarius is collective air. Together, they teach the art of balance — giving and receiving, expression and contribution, individuality and unity.

This is a visionary lunation. The Leo–Aquarius axis reminds us that creative self-expression and collective contribution are not opposites but two sides of the same dance. You becoming more you is part of the greater humanitarian work. To truly serve the collective, you must first honour your own unique essence.

At its highest, Aquarius offers healthy detachment — the grace to step back and see the bigger picture. But when taken too far, that distance can harden into disconnection, tempting us to bypass our emotions or ignore our physical needs in the name of staying “above it all.” True vision requires both clarity of mind and the courage to stay connected to the heart.

Activating World Points

With the Full Moon at 17°, near the world points at 15° Leo and Aquarius, the energy is heightened and amplified. These degrees carry a strong sense of visibility, recognition, and influence — moments when we step into the spotlight or feel a deep calling to be seen. World points also symbolise transitions, so this lunation may not be about clear beginnings or endings, but rather the process you’re already immersed in. It’s a gentle yet powerful invitation to acknowledge the transition unfolding and to consciously guide the direction it takes.

A Sky Full of Conversations

Beyond the Full Moon, the skies are alive with extraordinary configurations involving the powerful outer planets — Pluto in Aquarius, Neptune and Saturn in Aries, Uranus in Gemini — all sitting in the early degrees of their signs. This is rare. It marks the early chapters of long-term shifts that will shape both our personal lives and the collective for years to come.

Mars has just entered Libra, joining this airy conversation. In Libra, Mars moves with thoughtfulness and diplomacy — seeking balance rather than force. Yet, in connection with Pluto and Uranus, there’s still an electric quality in the air. Change may arrive in surprising ways, through sudden insights, unexpected opportunities, or subtle inner shifts that alter your path.

Since mid-July, Mercury retrograde in Leo has invited us to slow down and revisit how we express ourselves, reconnect with our creativity, and reconsider our personal stories. This period may have brought delays or misunderstandings, asking for patience and reflection. Now, as Mercury turns direct on August 11th—opposing Pluto—there’s a release of tension and a surge of clarity. This shift helps uncover deeper truths about who we are and empowers us to communicate with renewed confidence and authenticity.

With may of these planets retrograde, our minds, bodies, and energetic fields may be feeling the shifts! Some parts of us may need extra care so give yourself the space to rest, integrate, and allow these transformations to settle in their own time.

The Sacred Feminine

The Sun and Moon form a ‘square’ to the goddess asteroids Juno and Vesta, both in Scorpio — a sign of deep transformation, emotional intensity, and profound alchemy. Juno represents committed partnerships and the balance of equality within relationships, while Vesta holds the sacred flame of devotion, focus, and inner sanctity. Their presence calls us to examine the depth and integrity of our connections, whether with ourselves or others, urging a return to heartfelt authenticity and trust. Their presence also calls us to take any pain and discomfort and alchemise it into something meaningful.

Your Personal Chart

Locate 17° Aquarius in your natal chart — this is the area of life currently calling for liberation, clarity, and renewal. For some, it might highlight career; for others, relationships, creativity, or even your inner relationship with yourself. Also, if you have personal planets in the early degrees of fire signs (Aries, Leo, Sagittarius) or air signs (Gemini, Libra, Aquarius), this Full Moon’s energy may feel especially strong for you.

Here are some questions to reflect on during this Full Moon:

• What parts of my authentic self have I been holding back from expressing?

• What outdated beliefs or patterns am I ready to release to step into a more authentic version of myself?

• In what ways do my creative gifts serve not only me but the greater good?

• What fears arise when I think about fully showing up in my truth, and how can I gently work with them?

• How do my social environments support or hinder my authentic expression?

• What new ideas or perspectives have recently inspired me, and how can I integrate them?