You are most likely familiar with your star sign, which is the sign the Sun was in when you were born, as this is what we usually will refer to when we read our horoscope. However, to have a fuller understanding of yourself and how your life is influenced by the cosmos according to astrology, it’s also important to refer to your Moon sign. Your Moon sign is the sign the Moon was in when you were born.
While the Sun reflects your outer personality, the Moon reflects your inner self, your emotions and how you meet your emotional needs. It represents your desires, fears, doubts, motivations, and how you feel about things in your life, especially your relationships and your home and family life, and what you need in order to feel nurtured, content and internally secure. Your Moon sign is a very personal part of your astrology chart and represents the innermost part of who you are.
When your Moon is feeling nourished you’ll be able to care for yourself and others and you’ll feel satisfied inside. If there are challenging aspects to the Moon in your chart, this can make it harder to give or receive nurture. Not giving the Moon what she yearns for can make you feel needy and insecure. This means that the Moon’s position in your chart is a key factor in understanding what you need to feel safe and the placement of the Moon in your chart can tell you how to best comfort yourself during times of stress.
It makes sense then, that in order to know how to nurture and care for yourself- to practice divine self-care- you need to look at where the Moon is in your natal chart and allow the zodiac sign it is in to give you clues as to what you’ll find motivational to do when it comes to self-care. Knowing what your Moon sign prescribes for you will allow you to feel most comfortable, secure and nourished. By exploring your Moon sign, you can more easily understand your emotional needs and how you react to situations and people; it allows you to better know how to best care for yourself so that you can be happy and fulfilled.
How to Discover Your Moon Sign
To find out what your Moon sign is, use the form below and plug in your date, time and place of birth. You will need to know the time you were born to get the most accurate reading. Look for the crescent moon symbol in your natal chart wheel and see in which zodiac sign it falls to learn what your Moon sign is.
It’s worth noting that your birth chart is complex and to really understand your personality and potential will depend on many factors such as the House the Moon is in, what other planets aspect your Moon, and your Rising sign. So do bear this in mind as you use your Moon sign as a starting point to developing self-care practices that best suit you. I can also help you with this by doing one of my Lunar Visioning Sessions where you will receive an in-depth report of what your Moon means for you.
Find your Moon sign below to find out what self-care rituals you will likely find the best to follow so that you can be balanced and fulfilled.
Moon in Aries
If your Moon is in fiery Aries it can mean that you go about doing things with a sense of urgency or speed. You find it hard to slow down and relax in the traditional way, and it’s likely that stress, overwhelm and anxiety manifests in a physical way in your body. You can become easily aggressive or allow anger to rule the way you do things. Therefore, it is important for you to move your body in ways that will allow you to release some of the pent-up emotions you’re likely to experience. High-energy cardio activities such as boxing and running are good for those with an Aries Moon placement.
With an Aries Moon you will find that you feel comfortable when you are doing new and innovative things, so allow time in your life to give your creative fires a chance to work on a fun passion project that can also spark new ideas. For more relaxing self-care activities, there should also be a physical element, such as having a deep tissue body massage, having an outdoor adventure, or dancing away to your favourite energetic tunes.
Lunar Self-Care Essential Oil Blend: Bergamot, Geranium, Black Pepper
Lunar Self-Care Crystals: Lava Rock, Red Garnet, Ruby
Moon in Taurus
For those with the Moon placed in earthy Taurus, you will not find it difficult to practice self-care. Taurus Moons love indulgence, luxury and comfort. All the good things in life- food, drink, nature- are a must to soothe a Taurus Moon’s needs. Taurus Moons can be quite stubborn and resistant to change, and you thrive on stability. So once you have established a self-care routine that meets all your desires, then it will be easy to stick to and enjoy. Tune into what your soul desires and follow through on that thing.
You should create a sacred space in you home where you can rest and relax in peace and quiet and to get grounded. This cozy space is where you can have your creature comforts- essential oil diffuser, soy wax candles, crystals and silky cushions as well as some beautiful indoor plants to bring nature inside. Taurus Moons will also enjoy moving their body in more grounded ways such as going for long walks in nature or doing Yin yoga. You will feel best when you are looking after yourself- eating well, doing a face mask or luxury skincare routine, wearing clothes that make you feel beautiful, and listening to gentle acoustic or sensual music that brings you back to your body.
Lunar Self-Care Essential Oil Blend: Sandalwood, Helichrysum, Patchouli
Lunar Self-Care Crystals: Pink Opal, Rose Quartz
Moon in Gemini
If your Moon is in airy Gemini then you will feel happiest and most secure when you are having fun socialising and surrounded by your loved ones and with people who can stimulate your intellect. Gemini Moons do not like being alone or in their own company where you may have to really feel their emotions. It can lead to feelings of sadness and depression if you’re alone too often. You like to be busy, so good self-care activities are ones such as painting, colouring in and reading about new things so you can be mentally stimulated and are things which are also mindful yet fulfilling.
You will feel best when engaged in good conversation, and having a laugh with friends. When it comes to expressing your feelings, this is best done by talking to a close confidante who you feel comfortable venting to, or by getting out your journal to write it all out. Gemini Moons will relish a change of scene when feeling in a darker mood, as a way to see things from a fresh perspective and break up the usual routine. Focus on your Relationships Self-care Pillar to really harness your Gemini Moon in a positive way and do things with your friends to feel most secure. Think games nights, book clubs, and Paint and Sip events with your buddies (or go along solo to meet your soon-to-be new besties).
Lunar Self-Care Essential Oil Blend: Mandarin, Helichrysum, Basil
Lunar Self-Care Crystals: Blue Apatite, Howlite, Selenite
Moon in Cancer
If your Moon is in watery Cancer, then you will really feel at home with nourishing your self-care pillars. You will likely feel best when you are nurturing others and being motherly to those who you love and care about. This can be your downfall, as you can forget your own needs, so it’s important to practice mindful self-care activities such as meditation to bring you home to your own needs. You need to have a close circle of family or friends to support you, and your family, and home life is very important to your feelings of safety and fulfillment. You can be quite emotional, so making your home your sanctuary is key to feeling balanced and secure.
Keeping your own cup full is a core part of your self-care practices, and this might mean putting in place healthy boundaries where you can say no and put your own needs before the needs of others some of the time. Cancer Moons are usually homebodies who enjoy cooking and baking where you can create comfort foods to share with others. You will probably enjoy having a pet dog or cat in your home to give your attention and love to in a way that is reciprocated rather than which drains you, which humans might do to take advantage of your very giving nature.
Lunar Self-Care Essential Oil Blend: Ylang-Ylang, Chamomile, Vetiver
Lunar Self-Care Crystals: Angelite, Moonstone
Moon in Leo
Leo Moons love being seen by others around them, and it’s important for them to feel good about who they are and to take pride in how they look. They are expressive and creative and usually find that the best way to release their emotions is through artistic pursuits such as painting or drawing, theater performances, playing music or dancing. As a Leo Moon you will enjoy doing things for your self-care where you can nurture your body. Long baths with dried flowers and essential oils, dry brushing your body every day, going for a blow dry at the salon, or having a new fashionable clothing item to wear will make you feel best. When you receive compliments for how you look or for what you’ve created, then this makes you truly light up.
Regular play is also a key part of Leo Moon self-care practices, and in having these moments of spontaneity and fun it will allow for new, creative ideas to flow to feed your emotional needs so you can truly shine. If you don’t get the praise and validation for what you are putting out there, it could dim your fire, so tapping into your self-worth regularly by showing-off your unique form of self-expression will allow you to be noticed in the way that makes you feel most comfortable and secure.
Lunar Self-Care Essential Oil Blend: Neroli, Vetiver, Black Pepper
Lunar Self-Care Crystals: Fire Agate, Tiger’s Eye
Moon in Virgo
With a Moon in Virgo, being and feeling organised and in-control is paramount to feeling safe and secure. Your environment needs to be orderly, so taking time to regularly de-clutter your physical and digital spaces is important for you to thrive. As a Virgo Moon you will also do well if you’re looking after your body and you can be quite disciplined when it comes to making healthy food choices, drinking plenty of water, exercising regularly, and keeping good mental hygiene. You enjoy developing new skills or nurturing your talents and doing this as part of your self-care routine will help to positively secure your emotions. Virgo Moons also like to be of service to others, sometimes to the detriment of constantly trying to fix everyone’s problems while turning a blind eye to yourself; but when you do focus on yourself too closely, you can be quite the perfectionist.
You will find it relaxing to be working on a project that has a clear outcome, so focusing on your Self-Management Self-Care Pillar will be very satisfying. You will also thrive if you can have an outlet for helping others by teaching or inspiring them in some way. Having a routine that allows you to maintain a sense of organisation and control is essential for your inner peace so make to-do lists, have a planner that outlines your daily tasks, do brain dumps when things are getting overwhelming, keep a nightly journal, and tidy your living space regularly.
Lunar Self-Care Essential Oil Blend: Neroli, Lavender, Cedarwood
Lunar Self-Care Crystals: Emerald, Green Aventurine, Moss Agate
Moon in Libra
If you’re a Libra Moon then you will thrive when you have harmonious partnerships and have the Arts, culture and beauty in your life. There is nothing you love more than to have someone who you can share luxury items and experiences with but be mindful not to lose your own emotional needs in your relationships. When there is balance and co-operation you feel happiest, so do self-care activities that help to make you feel good about yourself such as shopping for new home decors with your partner, which you can then admire afterwards as you surround yourself with aesthetics that are pleasing to your tastes.
You don’t like when there are extremes, and this can make you indecisive and prone to falling into the habit of people-pleasing for the sake of keeping the peace and harmony. It’s important to make time to do things that are just for nourishing yourself, and to limit the amount of decision-making that you are responsible for. Focusing on your Self-Love Self-Care Pillar is vital as a Libra moon. Treat yourself the same way you treat those who you love. Be intentional about your thoughts and notice when you aren’t being loving towards yourself. This might mean making time to wear clothes that make you feel glamorous, using positive affirmations to keep your self-thoughts balanced, and doing mirror work to remind yourself that you are lovable just the way you are.
Lunar Self-Care Essential Oil Blend: Geranium, Sandalwood, Lemongrass
Lunar Self-Care Crystals: Azurite, Blue Sapphire, Rainbow Fluorite
Moon in Scorpio
Scorpio Moons are known for feeling deeply and sensually, and they thrive when they are pursuing things they are passionate about. Your emotions can be felt intensely and the best way to release these emotions is through making fulfilling and authentic connections in your relationships. With your Moon in Scorpio, you can become easily withdrawn into the dark depths of your soul when you aren’t living passionately and if your sensual side doesn’t have a chance to be expressed. A particularly good Scorpio Moon self-care activity would be getting boudoir photographs taken, for example, or doing something like pole dancing or sexy Latin dancing.
Scorpio Moons are also associated with being quite secretive, but this is only a way to keep yourself safe so you don’t get hurt. You will likely enjoy journaling about your thoughts and feelings and allowing yourself to delve deep into your shadow side while releasing any negative feelings you might have about people in your life in order to forgive them and let it go. This kind of transformation is what the Moon in Scorpio is all about and there is no doubt that you will always be loyal to those who you trust. Putting your passion into your Relationships Self-Care Pillar is key to your happiness while tapping into your Spiritual practice will also be a good form of self-care that will positively feed your Scorpio Moon tendencies.
Lunar Self-Care Essential Oil Blend: Lemongrass, Cyprus, Patchouli
Lunar Self-Care Crystals: Black Obsidian, Black Opal
Moon in Sagittarius
For Sagittarius Moons, having the opportunity to explore, be outside in nature and have adventures is important to thrive. You also have a sharp intellect and will feel most fulfilled when you are learning new things about the world around you through having experiences that bring you wisdom. You might find it difficult to commit to relationships due to your desire for freedom and adventure not wanting to tie you down. Finding the perfect person to travel with is very important for you to be fulfilled in your relationships. You will also need to have lots of variety in your daily routine as well as the physical and mental space to explore and understand deeply what’s going on for you in your life.
You also love to have fun by being in the moment and enjoying the company of good friends who you can play freely with. When you feel stifled or like you can’t express yourself fully or do the things you want to do, you will be unhappy and insecure. Your self-care needs to involve enjoying the great outdoors and trying new things to feed that sense of adventure that your Sagittarius Moon most craves. Rock climbing and abseiling, hiking up mountains, snow boarding and scuba diving would all be great hobbies for you to pursue- even better if it’s with a group of like-minded friends. You will also enjoy using your down time to go deep into a book so you can learn about something new that you can apply right away to your own life.
Lunar Self-Care Essential Oil Blend: Lemon Myrtle, Black Pepper, Frankinsence
Lunar Self-Care Crystals: Citrine, Topaz, Lapis Lazuli
Moon in Capricorn
If you’re a Capricorn Moon then you need to have stability, control and meaningful work in your life in order to truly thrive. However, this can often lead to workaholic tendencies that allow you to distance yourself from feeing your emotions. It’s important to do things as part of your self-care that allow you to reconnect with all parts of yourself. Doing self-reflective journaling would be helpful in getting out of your head and reconnecting to your emotions. Your Passion and Purpose Self-Care pillar is always very important for a Capricorn Moon to purse so that you can have a life that is meaningful and fulfilling.
Your pleasure in being productive, making solid plans for the future, and working hard to achieve your goals could lead to burnout, so making time to really rest and relax is important. You might literally need to schedule a time in your planner to build self-care into your routine so there is structured time for doing the things that involve caring for yourself. Practice mindfulness to stay grounded and in the present and not future tripping too often which will only add burden. Go get a massage to release physical tension in your body, make to-do lists and do a brain dump if it all starts to feel overwhelming and out of your control, and release your mental strain by gong to the mall for some good old fashioned retail therapy, investing in something nice for yourself.
Lunar Self-Care Essential Oil Blend: Orange, Sandalwood, Vetiver
Lunar Self-Care Crystals: Rainforest Jasper, Smoky Quartz
Moon in Aquarius
With an Aquarius Moon, you might feel like you are different to everyone else which is only because of your tendency to approach life with a revolutionary bent. You aren’t afraid to try new things and to think outside the box and your mind is always thinking of innovative ways to do things. You see things from a bigger picture perspective and can get bored easily if you are not keeping your mind active. You will feel particularly fulfilled when you are doing things for humanity and society or pursuing some kind of cause for the greater good of all. You can be detached and aloof in your close relationships but this is only because you have difficulty in expressing how you feel.
You need to surround yourself with friends who understand your kookiness and allow you to thrive by giving you the space you need to be yourself and to pursue your desires for freedom and independence. You are innately social but will more likely have a lot of friends from many walks of life than close friends who you have deep relationships with. Community is so important to Aquarius Moons that having opportunities to socialise and interact with like-minded people needs to be high on your self-care list. You will also love doing more unusual new-age type self-care activities such as learning about and practicing energy healing, studying and working with crystals and gemstones, doing colour therapy or a sound bath meditation. The more experimental, the more interesting it will be for your Aquarius Moon desires to pave the way in a unique and original way.
Lunar Self-Care Essential Oil Blend: Neroli, Bergamot, Ylang-Ylang
Lunar Self-Care Crystals: Blue Fluorite, Blue Lace Agate
Moon in Pisces
With a Moon in Pisces you are most likely quite intuitive, emotional and empathic and self-care is very important for you to stay balanced emotionally. You will enjoy tapping into your Spirituality Self-Care Pillar as this will allow you to explore mysticism and your imagination in deeper ways. Be aware that keeping your feelings in-check is key to feeling safe and secure in the world. This means keeping clear emotional boundaries with others, as well as with yourself. Don’t become too sensitive and turn to ways of detaching yourself from reality such as through alcohol, drugs, over-eating or bingeing on too much television. Instead take a long soak in the bath or go swimming to clear your feelings and release what’s going on, which will also give you time to daydream in solitude.
For Pisces Moons it’s important to find ways to develop your creativity and intuition- this will mean incorporating meditation into your daily self-care routine as well as earthing your feet on the ground to stay rooted in real life. You will find solace in the divination arts such as tarot, oracles and runes where you can develop your intuition through visual imagery. Having a regular journaling practice will also be a way to tune into your inner-most feelings in a positive way. Painting and other artistic pursuits should also be part of your Pisces Moon self-care prescription.
Lunar Self-Care Essential Oil Blend: Lime, Geranium, Cypress
Lunar Self-Care Crystals: Amazonite, Aqua Aura Quartz
Whilst these self-care suggestions are for you to consider doing for your individual Moon sign, it’s worth remembering that the Moon cycles through each of the 12 zodiac signs around every two-and-a-half days. Every sign the Moon travels through, it interacts with differently and brings its own energies and influences that will impact all of us each day.
When the Moon is in each sign, you might find it useful to incorporate these self-care tips for that sign the Moon is in too. When the Moon is in your own Moon sign you might also feel things a bit more intensely. Start tracking the lunar cycle to really learn how you can be affected by the energies of the Moon in each zodiac sign and use this to your advantage. You will also start to learn more about yourself and to and understand how the lunar energies influence your mind, body and soul. The My Unstoppable Life Journal is a great tool for discovering more about the lunar phases and lunar zodiac and how you can harness this in a positive way in your life and for your own self- development and well-being to be unstoppable.
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