JACKSON, Wyo. — On Monday, Nov. 27, the full “Beaver” moon will rise in Gemini and set in motion a strong period for communication. This month is special in that the full moon in Gemini started the cycle with the new moon in deeply emotional Scorpio, pulling the energy inwards to support conversations you might want to initiate with yourself.
Gemini is known as the sign of communication because it’s ruled by the planet Mercury. According to mythology highlighted by the Fitzwilliam Museum, lead partner of the collections of the University of Cambridge, Mercury is the Roman name for the well-known Greek god Hermes, who served primarily as a messenger for the gods. Communication is inherent in the nature of those born under this sign and critical to everyone as the full moon, which has the most influence over emotions, moves under the sign as well.
Here are some things to keep in mind during this time, and some conversation starters for communicating with yourself:
Aquarius
Ask yourself: What activity can I do that will bring me joy?
These air signs are already deep thinkers, but sometimes the cerebral activity can trend toward visionary and idealistic ideas. To stay grounded and make progress, explore activities you can do that will bring you enjoyment or delight, as this can be a great space to activate the creative part of your brain while still keeping you grounded in the present.
Pisces
Ask yourself: What are the memories that inform my strongest emotional reactions today?
These water signs can sometimes struggle with feeling such strong emotions that it’s difficult to step back and be thoughtful about why they’re bubbling up. It’s time to explore the foundations of why you feel the way you do, asking yourself about past experiences and spending time in the private memories you have. Make sure you channel your compassion generously toward yourself.
Aries
Ask yourself: What frustrates me the most, and what outlets can I use to intentionally alleviate the frustration?
These fire signs are very outward-facing, energetically moving through adventure and leadership opportunities, but living so externally can create an internal restlessness that can get very irritated by relationships, competition and risk. You need to take time to reflect and identify the biggest frustrations you feel the most often, and the ways that you can most cathartically release them without affecting others.
Taurus
Ask yourself: What are all the things that matter most to me that I’m grateful I already have in my life?
These earth signs have a very strong mental tenacity that can sometimes feed a resilient stubborn streak. While stubbornness can reduce focus to a more singular mindset, put effort into establishing an abundance attitude to counteract stubborn tendancies. Ask yourself what are all the things that matter most to you, including values, traits, emotions, etc. and use this as a reminder to expand your consideration of every situation.
Gemini
Ask yourself: What personal needs am I neglecting and how can I start prioritizing them?
These air signs are in for a very intense time! Though highly intelligent and articulate, Geminis can suffer from feeling unreliable and impulsive emotions, especially with a full moon. Combating this instability can mean focusing on external presentation and ambitions, but ask yourself what needs you actually might be neglecting on the inside. Identifying imbalances in your life and relationships is the key to deviating away from dissatisfaction.
Cancer
Ask yourself: What emotions am I feeling most often?
These water signs are naturally more introspective and emotional, but often you try to hide that depth. As a result, sometimes the emotions can become hidden not just to everyone else but to you as well. Ask yourself to identify the emotions you feel most often, putting names to feelings. This can give you more control over your inner self and reduce moodiness or insecurities that you may experience.
Leo
Ask yourself: What do I appreciate the most about myself?
These fire signs are some of the most bold and independent on the outside, but you can sometimes focus on the attention you get from others without realizing you’re not giving enough attention to yourself. What do you appreciate most about you, and how can you nurture a stronger sense of self? Then look for the social connections that reciprocate or encourage those aspects.
Virgo
Ask yourself: What are ways that I can practice mindfulness in my day to day life?
These earth signs trend toward being too critical or judgmental of your emotions, but with the intensity of the full moon you need to avoid the exhaustion of finding fault with what you feel. What are ways that you can practice mindfulness to give yourself a judgment-free zone? You may not realize how much tension you can create by trying to hold yourself to certain standards.
Libra
Ask yourself: What do I feel compelled to write about?
These air signs have strong conversational skills, but in your ambition for the idealistic and beautiful you can sacrifice your commitments to yourself. Challenge yourself to write as a way to process your emotions and make them more visible to yourself, whether you choose journaling, creative writing, poetry, songwriting or anything else. Writing is a great space to be self-reflective without being self-absorbed, playing to your communicative strengths.
Scorpio
Ask yourself: What did my childhood self love to do that I can still do now?
These water signs will feel the full moon resonate more than usual, since it originated its cycle in this sign. You already experience great emotional depth and authenticity, so there is the potential to feel emotionally out of control. This could manifest in harsh, demanding or jealous behavior; to alleviate that reaction, give yourself some nostalgia by identifying something you used to love as a kid and allowing yourself to experience it again.
Sagittarius
Ask yourself: What’s a date I can plan and take myself on?
These fire signs are highly emotionally intelligent, but sometimes the tendencies toward spontaneity and trailblazing can compromise your ability to just sit with yourself and build emotional independence that’s a trademark of your sign. Try to get to know yourself better by taking yourself out on a date, doing something familiar rather than something new so you’re not distracted by navigating the external experience.
Capricorn
Ask yourself: What can I do to nourish and self-soothe myself on a day to day basis?
These earth signs are distinctly ambitious, but your drive for achievement can be divergent from considering feelings of others or of yourself. Being goal-oriented sometimes distracts from self-expression, but you need to make sure you’re not ignoring your emotions or your ability to empathize with others. Figure out the most effective self-care rituals for yourself and emphasize them in your day-to-day life even more than usual.
This original horoscope was created by the author, who has over two decades of astrology and horoscope experience.
