By: Sophie Wingert, Holistic Practitioner

WHAT DOES A FULL MOON REPRESENT?

A full moon takes place when the sun and the moon are in direct opposition from each other. On Thursday, August 11th, the moon will reflect the sun's light as the sun shines brightly on the moon. The zodiac sign of a full moon is determined by the opposing sign that the sun is currently in. No matter what zodiac sign you are, you may likely feel drawn into the influence of the Aquarius full moon in the few days surrounding this upcoming full moon.

ATTRIBUTES OF AQUARIUS

Aquarius people are known for their intelligence, advanced communication and analytical skills, wittiness or humor, as well as their sociable and free-spirited nature.

During the time of this full moon, the energy of Aquarians will be very apparent. This is the time in which we are more inclined to march to the beat of our own drum.

An Aquarius is anything but cookie-cutter – this lunation will have us trying to figure out what it is that makes us unique so that we can then share it with the world.

Although commonly mistaken for water, the element associated with the Aquarius zodiac sign is actually air.

WHAT DOES THE FULL MOON IN AQUARIUS MEAN?

The Aquarius Moon may also have you feeling a bit more rebellious and spontaneous than usual. You may crave freedom and a distraction from your everyday life. If you have been feeling stuck or in a rut, this is when you will make the conscious decision to switch up your routine or break old habits. This can also be a good time to reconnect to your spiritual side.

Because this lunation falls in Aquarius, the sign associated with the 11th House of Friendship, the focus of the August full moon is friendship. When the Moon moves into this sociable sign, you will feel the urge to call your friends, make plans, and get out and interact with those around you.

One of the most beneficial things to do during this time is to connect with friends that build you up and help you connect with your higher self. Invite your closest friends over for a dinner party or take a mini vacation together for some quality bonding time.

The areas of the physical body most affected by this full moon are the calves, shins, and ankles. Be sure to dedicate extra time to caring for these muscles with stretches and massage.

Since Aquarians can be quite aloof at times, some other self care practices that may be helpful include meditation, sound therapy, and breathwork to feel more grounded. Try walking barefoot in the grass or go for a walk on the beach to feel more connected to yourself and Mother Nature.

HOW TO CONNECT AND HARNESS THE ENERGY OF THE AQUARIUS FULL MOON

Another great full moon ritual is journaling to reflect on the seeds planted during the new moon earlier this year. Here are some journal prompts to kickstart:

What change do I want to see in my life?
Does everything in my life currently have a need or purpose?

The areas of the physical body most affected by this full moon are the calves, shins, and ankles. Be sure to dedicate extra time to caring for these muscles with stretches and massage. We offer private yoga as well as sound bath and meditation experiences to harness the energy of the particular season and moon phase.

Massage Therapy: Deep tissue massage, specifically, is a type of bodywork aimed at the deeper tissue structures of the muscle and connective tissue. By applying pressure to areas that carry chronic tension like the neck, shoulders, lower back tension is released and muscles are able to relax.

During the Full Moon we recommend a Deep Tissue Massage or Thai Body Massage to support proper stretching and deep relaxation.