Full Moon Eclipse in Taurus

10.28.2023 at 2:24 pm MDT / 4:24 pm EDT

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The Lunar Eclipse in Taurus takes place Saturday, October 28th, at 2:24 pm MDT/ 4:24 pm EDT. We won't see it in our corner of the world, but we will feel its effects.

Some astrologists don't recommend doing any manifesting or charging water under an eclipsed moon. I'd say it's not for beginners; this energy can be chaotic, so it depends on your intention. If you charge crystals, I'd recommend only 1 or 2 and being very specific with your crystal choice, energy, and intention.

The one ritual I do for most full moons, eclipse or not, is my fire release ritual. I write down what I'm releasing, fold it into an envelope, fill it with corresponding herbs, and burn it. I recommend only doing a release ritual for this eclipse if you can burn, bury, or drown it.

These are merely suggestions and guidelines. I never want to gatekeep your practice, but I will always answer your questions and share based on my education and experience.

Some other excellent practices during an eclipse are journaling, Epsom salt baths, changing your sheets, dancing, singing, and moving your body to release stagnant energy. Also, reading cards for yourself could be more accessible during this time (use very precise questions.)

Eclipse energy can help you revisit old lessons, situations, and experiences from your past and see them through a different lens or in a better light.

Like retrogrades, old stuff we thought we'd dealt with can resurface, but the eclipse can bring new revelations about those lessons. You may finally see why it happened, you may get some long overdue validation, or it can lead you to your purpose.

This is a good time to admit without shame those things you don't want in your life. Seeing what you DON'T want often shows you exactly what you do!

This eclipse asks you to look back six months, the middle of spring, around May 5th, when the Full Moon Eclipse was in Scorpio during Taurus Season. What were your goals then? Focus on the positives; what did you achieve? What are you sticking to? What surprised you? What goals didn't stick and be let go? What do you want to revisit?

This transit's Taurus Moon and Scorpio Sun combination will help you see and feel how far you've come. Not just six months ago but along your whole journey. Can you remember a time when you felt on top of the world? Or proud of yourself? What was your favorite adventure or most magical experience?

I must remind myself that I lived in New York City and traveled solo around India in my 20s! It feels like another lifetime, but I did it. I was brave; I went head-on into the unknown, and I came out the other side a stronger, more confident version of myself.

Since then, I find myself forgetting how brave and adventurous I've been. Taking those risks led me to places I never thought of, nor will I forget them, but I have to remind myself of the feelings of doubt, hesitation, and sometimes fear I had beforehand and how things worked out more than they didn't. And I wouldn't be who I am today without all of my experiences, positive or negative.

With so much trauma and tragedy in the world these days, it can be hard to trust that taking risks will pay off.

During this eclipse, finding a better perspective on your life will serve you and those around you well. Feel grateful for what you have, go after what you want, redefine your goals, and take new risks.

To help you tap into this powerful and transformative energy, I made you a simple yet impactful spread for Tarot or Oracle cards.