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Your Astrological Moon Sign, and What It Says About You

We all know what our sun signs mean, right? But did you know that your moon sign is just as important? Our moon signs reflect our inner, emotional life, and can give us insight into how and why we react to the things we do. You can find yours by googling “Moon Sign Calculator.” So what does yours say about you?

Aries Moon

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Photo by Matt Heaton

The cardinal fire sign, Aries, does not like to sit still and they hate feeling inactive. If you are a lunar Aries, you prefer to keep moving. You feel your emotions more intensely than others and you tend to behave in a rather impulsive manner. But while you may have strong feelings, you act on them rather than discussing them. Your motto is “a little less talk and a lot more action.”

Taurus Moon

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The fixed earth sign, Taurus, likes to root themselves to the spot. If your moon is in Taurus, you have “mom-friend” tendencies. You are warm and nurturing to those around you. You are ruled by your romantic feelings and your need for security. Because you crave stability, you may find it difficult to leave intimate relationships that have run their course.

Gemini Moon

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The mutable air sign, Gemini, is eloquent and poetic. Lunar Geminis handle their emotions and the emotions of others with a carefree attitude. You have the uncanny ability to effortlessly express your feelings through the written word. You like to get your feelings onto the page so you do not have to sit with them too long.

Cancer Moon

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The cardinal water sign, Cancer, is ruled by the moon, so you could say they are already ruled by their emotions. If your moon is in Cancer, you are sentimental and affectionate towards the ones you care about the most. Since your moon is happy at home in its native sign, you find that you are happiest in your own home as well.

Leo Moon

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The fixed fire sign, Leo, has a heart of gold and a flair for the dramatic. If your moon is in Leo, you wear your emotions on your sleeve and express yourself through big, theatrical gestures. You enjoy getting attention but you also enjoy showering your loved ones with attention. Nothing makes you happier than getting someone to smile.

Virgo Moon

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The mutable earth sign, Virgo, is a logical and analytical powerhouse. If you are a lunar Virgo, it may be hard for you to see the forest for the trees, meaning you get caught up in the details rather than seeing the big picture. Because you are so detail-oriented, you can become overwhelmed when dealing with highly emotional situations. You are determined to find a solution to the problem at hand.

Libra Moon

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Photo by Ian Schneider

The cardinal air sign, Libra, likes to balance the scales. If your moon is in Libra, you have a strong emotional need for peace. You try to achieve harmony with your loved ones by any means necessary. But you also know when to leave a high-stress situation to keep your own emotions in check.

Scorpio Moon

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The fixed water sign, Scorpio, is brooding and intense. If you are a lunar Scorpio, that intensity is dialed up to eleven!  Your emotional fortitude is truly beyond compare. This strength makes you an incredibly powerful ally to your loved ones. Anyone would be lucky to have you in their corner.

Sagittarius Moon

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Photo by Kalen Emsley

The mutable fire sign, Sagittarius, craves adventure and higher understanding. If you are a lunar Sagittarian, you are emotionally fulfilled by expanding your horizons. Though you are not one to hide your emotions, you do not like examining them under a microscope, either. You would rather travel to exciting destinations and study new philosophies. 

Capricorn Moon

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The cardinal earth sign, Capricorn, is ambitious and very proud of their achievements. If your moon is in Capricorn, your emotions are strongly connected to your goals and aspirations. You keep your feet firmly planted on the ground and you don’t have a lot of patience for people who have their heads in the clouds. 

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Aquarius Moon

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Photo by Kelly Sikkema

The fixed air sign, Aquarius, is the rebel with… so many causes. If you are a lunar Aquarian, you feel a lot of compassion for those around you but you still feel like an outsider. You want to be there for others but it can be difficult when you feel like you are on the outside looking in. Your desire to help your loved ones and your need for emotional independence are often at odds with each other. 

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Pisces Moon

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The mutable water sign, Pisces, is the most empathetic sign. If your moon is in Pisces, you are incredibly in tune with your emotions and the emotions of those around you. You are a perpetual people-pleaser and may have trouble setting boundaries. You are romantic, idealistic, and possibly a little naive.

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