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Planets in Astrology

Moon

The Moon describes your inner world: emotional needs, instinctive reactions and what makes you feel safe. It changes sign every few days, so it is very personal.

  • emotions
  • needs
  • intuition
  • habits
  • home

In the birth chart

How you respond emotionally, and what you need in order to feel at home, shows in your Moon sign. By house, the Moon points to where you seek comfort and belonging.

Strengths

The Moon gives empathy, intuition, the ability to nurture and the flexibility to adapt. It helps you sense what others feel.

Shadow side

Moodiness, over-sensitivity, clinging to the past and leaning too heavily on others are the Moon's shadow. Naming your needs clearly helps balance it.

Rulership and rhythm

Cancer is the Moon's sign, and the 4th house of home and roots is its natural place. It moves fast, spending about two and a half days in each sign.

Frequently asked questions

What does my Moon sign say about me?

It describes your emotional nature, instinctive reactions and what helps you feel secure.

How long does the Moon stay in a sign?

About two and a half days, so knowing your birth time helps confirm your Moon sign.

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Moon in Astrology: Meaning and Influence | Faltastik