The Full 'Blood Moon' Lunar Eclipse In Taurus, 2022 Brings Turbulent Redirections
If you thought last month's solar eclipse in Scorpio was intense, get ready for its even more dramatic and unpredictable sister: the November 8 full 'blood moon' lunar eclipse in Taurus. This eclipse will align close to the lunar north node and Uranus and oppose Mercury in Scorpio, bringing a rush of energy that will shake you awake and speed up the timeline of destined events in your life. It's time to empower yourself to leave the confinements of your comfort zone and toughen up to have necessary and unavoidable conversations. Prepare to move toward endings, closure, and releases that will ultimately push your life in a better direction.
Why is this eclipse so significant?
The total lunar eclipse will be an intense and karmic full moon in Taurus. Full moons symbolize a point of release and a moment to let go and welcome the end of a cycle or chapter. However, full moon eclipses are charged by the Lunar Nodes — two points in the sky where the Moon’s pathway intersects with the ecliptic — making them even more turbulent. Eclipses work twice as hard and fast as regular lunations to push and teach you. However, their intensity varies depending on the eclipse's proximity to the lunar nodes — and in the case of this lunar eclipse in Taurus, it'll be super close). During this powerful eclipse, you’ll naturally focus on overcoming present hurdles to step into your future. Even though the eclipse's exact alignment will occur on November 8, the energy will linger, causing you to experience its effects throughout the rest of the month.
What to expect from the Taurus eclipse
Brace yourself — the lunar eclipse in Taurus will conjunct (merge with) Uranus retrograde. Uranus is the planet of disruptions, awakenings, and breakthroughs. However, this change-making planet feels restricted in grounded and resistant Taurus, causing its energy to become suppressed. Be ready to push through the turbulence of the lunar eclipse and to face changes or an unexpected life redirection that you likely already knew was coming. You may have avoided transitions in the eclipsed area of your life this year as it made you feel unstable or insecure — but now, it's time to face your discomfort with courage. The eclipse will bring lessons to trust that your strength is enough to carry you through moments of uncertainty.
Mercury and Saturn bring a powerful presence
Mercury — the planet of communication, perspective, and mindset — will oppose the full moon lunar eclipse. Mercury will reside in Scorpio, so you’re likely to feel a deep emotional intensity and come head-to-head with someone with whom you’ve held back on telling your honest thoughts and feelings. Brace yourself for confrontations and empower yourself to get things off your chest once and for all. The lunar eclipse will also connect with Saturn — the planet of tests and delays — in Aquarius. This frustrating square-off between Saturn and the eclipsed full moon will generate challenges to overcome the internal battles contributing to your sense of suffering. The longer you remain in one place, despite all signs pointing you toward change, the longer you will spend convincing yourself that nothing is going right. Motivate yourself to confront your internal barriers — such as fear, control, and inflexibility — that are holding you back from transforming your life.
Who is most affected by the lunar eclipse?
During the lunar eclipse, we will all be on an accelerated journey toward becoming the best versions of ourselves. Nevertheless, fixed signs — Taurus, Leo, Scorpio, and Aquarius — will feel the impact of the eclipse most intensely. For Taurus, Leo, Scorpio, and Aquarius risings, the eclipse will align in the most sensitive areas of their birth chart, which will require deep healing so they can embrace the changes and transformations headed their way. If you have other placements in one of these zodiac signs (Sun, Moon, Mercury, Venus, Mars, Jupiter, or Saturn), notice your inclination to cling to your comfort zone. What does this tell you about your fears of the future? What does your desire to be a few steps ahead reveal about your ability to trust? Remember, change can be good or bad depending on how you adapt and evolve to new circumstances — it’s a matter of perspective and being able to make do.
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