One of the hidden MVPs in astrology is the moon sign, a cosmic placement that reveals your unconscious habits and relationship to your emotions.
I love working with the moon in astrology, partially because I have a night chart*—meaning I resonate more with my moon sign than my sun sign—and partially because I love uncovering all things that are hidden.
Hence my degree in journalism.
*When your sun is in houses 1-7, otherwise known as underneath your horizon line in your birth chart.
If you’d like to know the placements in your birth chart, you can find out here.
Your moon sign in astrology reflects your emotional nature and inner world, revealing subconscious patterns and instinctual reactions that you may not be consciously aware of.
As you can probably guess, your moon sign gives a lot of information when it comes to shadow work, because while the sun is how your ego operates, your moon is what behaviors are secretly playing out.
In other words, it’s not as in-your-face as your sun sign shadows.
When I first began deconstructing my birth chart to better understand my shadow traits, I was in denial—how could it be that so much of what I was being shown were patterns that I despised in other people?
That’s the irony of shadow work.
More often than not, the behaviors and traits that you judge in others is alive in you, and until you do the intentional work of creating this awareness, you’ll keep pointing the finger at others while neglecting that there are three fingers pointing back at you.
Below are the shadow expressions of each moon sign, structured in the same format that I use for my Shadow Traits Report that I offer (which also includes various other placements).
Take a look at your moon sign to see if there are some hidden truths to your possible shadow patterns…
Aries Moon:
Shadow Traits: Impulsiveness, impatience, anger issues, selfishness, emotional volatility.
Limiting Belief (I am): "I am only respected if I assert my dominance."
Core Wound: Fear of vulnerability and being perceived as weak.
Healing Tips: Practice mindfulness to manage impulsive reactions. Engage in physical activities to channel intense energy. Cultivate patience and empathy in emotional responses.
Taurus Moon:
Shadow Traits: Stubbornness, materialism, possessiveness, resistance to change, complacency.
Limiting Belief (I am): "I am not safe unless I have control over my surroundings."
Core Wound: Fear of instability and insecurity.
Healing Tips: Embrace change and flexibility. Develop trust in the process of life. Practice gratitude and contentment with the present moment.
Gemini Moon:
Shadow Traits: Superficiality, inconsistency, gossiping, restlessness, emotional detachment.
Limiting Belief (I am): "I am only valued when I am entertaining and engaging."
Core Wound: Fear of being misunderstood or emotionally unfulfilled.
Healing Tips: Practice deep listening and meaningful communication. Engage in activities that foster focus and consistency. Cultivate emotional depth and vulnerability.
Cancer Moon:
Shadow Traits: Over-sensitivity, moodiness, clinginess, emotional manipulation, passive-aggressiveness.
Limiting Belief (I am): "I am only loved if I take care of others."
Core Wound: Fear of abandonment and rejection.
Healing Tips: Establish healthy boundaries and self-care routines. Develop emotional independence. Express emotions creatively and constructively.
Leo Moon:
Shadow Traits: Attention-seeking, arrogance, pride, over-dramatization, emotional insecurity.
Limiting Belief (I am): "I am only important if I am admired and praised."
Core Wound: Fear of being ignored or undervalued.
Healing Tips: Practice humility and appreciation for others. Engage in teamwork and collaboration. Build self-worth independent of external validation.
Virgo Moon:
Shadow Traits: Perfectionism, over-criticism, worry, anxiety, emotional repression.
Limiting Belief (I am): "I am only good enough if I am perfect."
Core Wound: Fear of being flawed or inadequate.
Healing Tips: Practice self-compassion and acceptance. Embrace imperfections. Engage in relaxation techniques and mindfulness practices.
Libra Moon:
Shadow Traits: Indecisiveness, people-pleasing, superficiality, avoidance of conflict, dependency.
Limiting Belief (I am): "I am only lovable if I keep the peace."
Core Wound: Fear of disapproval and conflict.
Healing Tips: Develop assertiveness and decision-making skills. Focus on self-identity and values. Practice expressing true feelings and needs.
Scorpio Moon:
Shadow Traits: Intensity, jealousy, possessiveness, secrecy, vengefulness.
Limiting Belief (I am): "I am only safe if I maintain control."
Core Wound: Fear of betrayal and abandonment.
Healing Tips: Practice trust and openness in relationships. Engage in deep self-reflection and therapy. Embrace emotional transformation and release control.
Sagittarius Moon:
Shadow Traits: Restlessness, impulsiveness, tactlessness, over-optimism, emotional avoidance.
Limiting Belief (I am): "I am only free if I constantly seek new experiences."
Core Wound: Fear of restriction and confinement.
Healing Tips: Practice grounding activities and mindfulness. Develop appreciation for the present moment. Cultivate emotional depth and stability.
Capricorn Moon:
Shadow Traits: Emotional repression, rigidity, pessimism, workaholism, detachment.
Limiting Belief (I am): "I am only valuable if I am successful and productive."
Core Wound: Fear of failure and inadequacy.
Healing Tips: Practice self-compassion and emotional expression. Balance work and personal life. Engage in activities that bring joy and relaxation.
Aquarius Moon:
Shadow Traits: Emotional detachment, rebelliousness, unpredictability, aloofness, stubbornness.
Limiting Belief (I am): "I am only unique if I reject the norm."
Core Wound: Fear of conformity and losing individuality.
Healing Tips: Practice empathy and emotional connection with others. Balance individuality with cooperation. Engage in community-oriented activities.
Pisces Moon:
Shadow Traits: Escapism, victim mentality, lack of boundaries, over-sensitivity, martyrdom.
Limiting Belief (I am): "I am only safe if I escape from reality."
Core Wound: Feeling overwhelmed by reality and emotions.
Healing Tips: Establish clear boundaries and ground yourself in the present. Practice mindfulness and grounding exercises. Engage in creative outlets to channel emotions constructively.
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