The Aquarius Full Moon, Leo Season & Healing from the Heart
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The Aquarius Full Moon, Leo Season & Healing from the Heart
This week brings one of the most illuminating lunations of the season as we welcome the Full Moon in Aquarius on Wednesday at 6° Aquarius, peaking at 10:36 AM Eastern. Full Moons are times of culmination, illumination, release, gratitude, and completion. They reveal what has been hidden and encourage us to let go of anything that no longer aligns with where we’re headed.
If you’re new to astrology or want to better understand how the lunar cycle influences your life, be sure to explore the Astrology Community, where you’ll find resources explaining each phase of the Moon and how to work intentionally with its energy.
A Week of Powerful Cosmic Energy
The Full Moon doesn’t arrive alone.
Earlier that morning, the Sun joins Jupiter, amplifying optimism, confidence, abundance, and opportunities for growth. This conjunction shines a spotlight on where we are being called to expand our lives—but remember, Jupiter enlarges everything. Confidence can become overconfidence if we aren’t mindful.
At the same time, Venus forms a square to Mars, creating tension between what we desire and how we pursue it. Relationships, finances, passions, and personal values may feel challenged. Rather than forcing outcomes, ask yourself:
Am I acting from love or from ego?
Does this relationship or opportunity support my future?
Where can I create more balance instead of resistance?
The Full Moon in Aquarius reminds us that while Leo asks us to shine as individuals, Aquarius reminds us that our gifts are meant to serve something larger than ourselves.
Welcome to Leo Season
The Sun is now traveling through Leo, the fixed fire sign ruled by the Sun itself.
Leo represents creativity, courage, leadership, joy, self-expression, romance, children, entertainment, and the confidence to stand in your own light.
Leo energy is:
Ambitious
Authoritative
Competitive
Confident
Creative
Dramatic
Dignified
Extroverted
Honorable
Proud
Charismatic
Like every sign, Leo has its shadow side as well. Pride can become ego, confidence can become arrogance, and generosity can become excess when left unchecked.
Many actors, performers, athletes, teachers, artists, and creators embody strong Leo energy because Leo naturally loves to inspire and be seen.
Leo resonates with the colors gold, amber, and almond, rules the heart and upper back, is a Fixed Fire sign, and naturally governs the 5th House of creativity, children, romance, hobbies, and authentic self-expression.
Saturn & Neptune Continue Their Work in Aries
Saturn will be stationing retrograde in Aries, while Neptune continues its retrograde journey through the same sign.
Together, these planets are asking us to take an honest look at how we’re building our future.
Saturn asks:
“What structures need to be strengthened?”
Neptune asks:
“What illusions am I finally ready to release?”
If you’ve been wearing rose-colored glasses, Neptune is gently removing them so you can clearly see what deserves your time and energy. Saturn follows by asking you to create something steady, disciplined, and sustainable.
Quick fixes won’t last.
The work you begin now has the potential to support you for years to come.
Herb of the Month: Hibiscus ❤️
As we continue through Leo season, we’re also continuing with our Herb of the Month—Hibiscus.
It couldn’t be more perfectly timed.
Since Leo rules the heart, hibiscus has become our featured plant ally because it has long been appreciated for supporting cardiovascular wellness and healthy circulation. Its naturally vibrant red color has made it a traditional symbol of vitality, passion, and life force in many cultures.
Spiritually, hibiscus represents:
Love
Beauty
Joy
Confidence
Heart healing
Divine feminine energy
Opening the heart to receive and give love
Whether you’re drinking it as tea, enjoying our Hibiscus Punch recipe, preparing the Hibiscus Tacos from this month’s newsletter, or simply sitting with the plant in meditation, allow hibiscus to remind you to lead with both courage and compassion.
I often say there is a herb for everything, and herbs truly are multi-purpose gifts.
They can be used:
In teas and beverages
In cooking
In baths
For smoke cleansing (using herbs that are safe and appropriate for that purpose)
In oils and body care
In spiritual rituals and practices
Before working with any herb, take a moment to honor the plant. Set your intention. Offer gratitude for the medicine it provides. The relationship we build with our herbs is just as meaningful as the way we prepare them.
Leo’s August Outlook
Leo, this is your season.
You’ll receive plenty of cosmic support throughout August, making this an excellent time to focus on your personal goals, leadership, creativity, and visibility.
Mid-month brings powerful energy to clean house—physically, emotionally, mentally, and spiritually. Release habits, relationships, or routines that no longer support your success.
Favorable Days: August 20, 21, and 22
More Demanding Days: August 5 and 6
Use those challenging days to slow down, regroup, and make thoughtful decisions rather than reacting impulsively.
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