How To Make The Most Of September’s Full Harvest Moon

Brace yourself for major transformations.

The September 2021 full harvest moon happens on Sept. 20 in the dreamy sign of Pisces, encouraging the collective to release our inhibitions and transform into better versions of ourselves. Get ready for these intense and meaningful transitions with these do’s and don’ts.

According to Farmer’s Almanac, the harvest moon gets its name from its close proximity to the fall equinox, which occurs on Sept. 22. Farmers used the extra moonlit evenings to complete their harvests before welcoming the cooler weather.

With Pisces symbolizing the end of the zodiac wheel, melancholy is underway as we release what no longer serves us. Sit with your feelings and reflect on emotional responses through journaling during this transition. It’s OK to cry as a form of release.

This lunation is big on transformation, so you may have a hard time if you defy the changes coming your way. Embrace these transitions with breathing exercises, guided meditations, and journaling your innermost thoughts.

As you finish your projects and meet those deadlines, reward yourself for the milestones, big and small. Consider taking a couple days off to catch up on your favorite Netflix shows or grab a bite from that new Thai restaurant.

You may feel energized and empowered in this dreamlike state, but try not to lose yourself in fantasy so much so that you lose touch with reality. Ground yourself through nature walks and moving your body with yoga or stretches.

Use this lunation to complete any passion projects and check tasks off your to-do list. Vesta, the asteroid of devotion, will enter Scorpio, empowering us to seize the opportunity. Been wanting to open an Etsy shop or write that book proposal? Go for it.

There’s nothing wrong with daydreaming, but for now, it’s wise to focus on viable, short-term goals. Setting short-term goals can keep you from trailing off from the bigger picture, especially under a Pisces moon, which is all about fantasy.

This liberating lunation invites you to explore your wildest dreams and ask doubt to take a backseat. Say aloud what dreams you want to see through if restrictions didn’t exist. On paper, brainstorm practical ideas about how you can make them a reality.