To celebrate Mother’s Day… in fact to celebrate ALL women... I thought we’d take a look at moon signs, the moon being the primary symbol of all things feminine, nurturing, mothering and instinctive, at least in Western culture.
Most people know their ‘star sign’ (position of the transiting sun on the day of birth) but very few people know or understand the significance of their ‘moon sign’, which, to an astrologer, is equally if not more important.
The sun sign (star sign) changes every 30 days. For example, this month (May 2025) the sun will be in Taurus until the 21st May and will then move into Gemini for the next thirty days, whereas the moon changes zodiac sign every two and half days. So, if two people are born in the same month of the same year, one might be a sun sign Taurus with the moon in Cancer and another a sun sign Taurus with the moon in Sagittarius.
There are 144 possible sun/moon combinations, each with their own unique signature. The sun or star sign shows a person’s potential and where they shine, whereas the moon sign reveals a person’s natural habits; what makes them feel good or nurtured, how they viewed their mother and the way they behave instinctively or in private. We could say the sun sign represents the fully fledged Adult Self, whereas the moon sign is strongly connected to the Inner Child.
Nurturing Your Inner Child
In these days of moving forward, getting ahead, taking action, kicking goals and monitoring progress, we often forget that we are instinctual creatures driven by our feelings and inner world. If you’d like to create a more rewarding, emotionally-balanced and stress-free life, try living in tune with the moon. There are two main ways you can do this.
FIRSTLY find out which zodiac sign the moon was in when you are born (this information can easily be found by entering your birth details online at https://astro.cafeastrology.com/natal.php or by consulting an astrologer) and then check the table below to find out which activities best suit your moon sign. Indulge in these activities whenever you feel stressed or unbalanced.
For example if you have the moon in Virgo, cleaning out the kitchen cupboards or going for a massage will always make you feel good, whereas if you have moon in Aries you’d be better off getting hot and sweaty, playing sport or chopping wood. This advice applies to both men and women.
SECONDLY, you can plan all your monthly activities according to the sign of the moon, which changes every two and half days. To find out where the moon is on any given day, you will need a moon calendar or diary or simply look up the information online.
For example, this month (May 2025) from 16th- 18th May the moon will be in practical and business-oriented Capricorn – a great time to do your tax return, update your will, check your super account or plan a business meeting. And conversely, 16th-18th May is probably not the best time to have friends round for dinner or go on a romantic date, as Capricorn favours business and worldly affairs.
The Moon & Your Mood
Moon in Aries (Fire)
Mood – self-assertive, independent & courageous
• Tackle jobs involving tools and machinery
• Get physical and sexual
• Take on new challenges and risks
• Play sport/go on adventures
• Compete/fight with others
• Be loud and proud
Moon in Taurus (Earth)
Mood – calm, stable, sensual and productive
• Eat, drink, sleep, make love, enjoy life’s sensual pleasures
• Look after your money and finances
• Get out in nature and the garden
• Focus on security, comfort and pampering your body
• Enjoy physical work
• Listen to music or visit an art gallery
Moon in Gemini (Air)
Mood – inquisitive, nervous, quick-thinking, easily bored
• Get together with friends and colleagues
• Talk, network, share information, gossip
• Study, read, write, surf the net, make phone calls
• Hold meetings and brainstorming sessions
• Enjoy arts, crafts and mind games/puzzles
• Get out and about in the local neighbourhood
Moon in Cancer (Water)
Mood – sentimental, emotional, loving, nurturing
• Spend time at home with close family
• Hang out with children and pets
• Enjoy cooking and food preparation
• Lie in the bath or visit a spa
• Reminisce about the past or visit a museum
• Enjoy taking care of others
Moon in Leo (Fire)
Mood – confident, creative, warm and high-spirited
• Dress up and strut your stuff
• Enjoy partying, entertaining and socialising with friends
• Perform and show off your skills and prowess
• Time for love, fun, romance and extravagance
• Go to the theatre, movies or a concert
Moon in Virgo (Earth)
Mood – practical, organised, efficient and helpful
• Clean and tidy the house, shed, garden
• Shop for necessities rather than luxuries
• Do any task that requires attention to detail
• Go for a health treatment or massage
• Help a friend, neighbour or family member
Moon in Libra (Air)
Mood – cooperative, romantic, inclusive and artistic
• Decorate or beautify your home
• Spend time with or propose to the one you love
• Resolve conflicts and build alliances
• Buy new clothes, shoes and accessories
• Seek out beauty, art, music and culture
Moon in Scorpio (Water)
Mood – intense, investigative, private and passionate
• Visit a counsellor or psychologist
• Spend time alone processing your feelings
• Enjoy passionate sex with someone you love deeply
• Check your superannuation and investments
• Repair, restore, replace and fix broken things
• Investigate the darker side of life…
Moon in Sagittarius (Fire)
Mood – adventurous, broad-minded, philosophical and freedom-loving
• Do something adventurous and fun
• Go camping or on a road trip with friends
• Read to learn about new ideas and expand your mind
• Seek out new people and places
• Play sport and enjoy time outdoors
• Learn a new language or plan an overseas trip
Moon in Capricorn (Earth)
Mood – practical, conservative, hard-headed and ambitious
• Apply for a promotion, pay rise or new position
• Handle legal and government matters
• Fulfil family and community obligations
• Monitor your finances, tax and superannuation
• Hold long term planning and business meetings
Moon in Aquarius (Air)
Mood – revolutionary, humanitarian, free thinking, inventive
• Do something out of the ordinary
• Mix with free thinking and alternative people
• Join a social or humanitarian cause
• Fix the computer or buy technical gadgets
• Volunteer for a charity or community group
Moon in Pisces (Water)
Mood – meditative, peaceful, fantasy-prone, creative
• Daydream, pray, meditate and tune out
• Practice kindness to those in need
• Listen to music or visit an art gallery
• Go for a massage or lie in a warm bath
• Enjoy a bottle of wine with your partner