The effects of the Pink Full Moon in Scorpio

On Wednesday April 24th, the Full Moon enters Scorpio, directing its moonbeams towards our emotions. In astrology, each full moon gives us the opportunity to shed light on our deepest needs, what we keep hidden, and to let go of real and emotional burdens, resentments, pains, and sterile relationships to proceed lighter towards the future. Since this time it will occur in the eighth sign of the Zodiac, it will be an explosion of emotions surfacing from the subconscious, bringing wounds or long-repressed fears to the surface. Changes are in the air, encouraged by an almost cathartic emotionality, especially for Taurus, Scorpio, Aquarius, and Leo, the signs that will be most impacted by the Full Moon.

What Does the Pink Moon Mean?

The Full Moon occurs after 14 days of the New Moon when our satellite - in its orbit around the Earth - has traversed half of its orbit and is in a position perfectly opposite to the Sun, which fully illuminates it, making it appear as a round disk. The April 24th Full Moon is nicknamed Pink Moon not because it appears that color (unfortunately) but in homage to the shade of flowers, such as ground phlox, which bloom during this period and symbolize rebirth and spring.

The Full Moon in Scorpio and Other Planets

Every Full Moon brings a certain emotional upheaval, but how we will manage it also depends on the position of other planets and how they interact with each other, influencing our behavior and sensitivity. Looking at the sky, we notice that the Sun is opposite the Full Moon in Scorpio; while Mars, Saturn, and Neptune are all in Pisces and amplify emotionalism, sometimes leading to sleepless nights and anxiety. Mercury will no longer be retrograde after April 25th, and in its new direct position, it will make us more intuitive and attentive to our spiritual desires. Venus transits into Aries, but on April 29th, it will move into Taurus, increasing the chances of encountering someone significant, perhaps our soulmate, or someone who will assist us in work. Jupiter (soon to move into Gemini) is conjunct Uranus in Taurus, a rare event that occurs only once every 84 years, fueling the desire to create a new reality for ourselves and the world. Pluto - the planet associated with our fears, obsessions, and survival instincts - continues its slow transit in Aquarius, encouraging us to think differently and to free ourselves from the past, but also to face fears and issues head-on.

The Spiritual Meaning of the Pink Full Moon in Scorpio

The Full Moon in Scorpio is not for the faint-hearted. Being in a particularly sensitive water sign - known for its transformative energy and passion - it amplifies the deep emotional intensity and sentimental tension that always characterizes every full moon. So, it would be best to carve out time for ourselves, to meditate, introspect, and understand what we truly want and what we no longer need, and then act accordingly. It's time to let go of emotional burdens and build the future we want, finding confidence in ourselves. Even if it's scary. Wearing our emotions has the strange magic of making us appear vulnerable, but, in reality, it makes us stronger and more authentic. However, in these days, we should be careful about how we express ourselves because we might unload onto others everything we've kept silent about so far, risking hurting someone.