The Moon is our mind, mental state, emotions. Sun represents our soul but the moon is where our head is in any given moment. Just like any other planet, moon takes on the qualities of the house and sign it is in. Aires moon has a very active mind while Scorpio moon is extremely emotional. These are very generic statements of course. Your moon may also be affected by an aspect or is in conjunction with another planet. Your moon will act differently depending on its distance from the Sun and whether or not it is waxing or waning. So many factors come into play when analyzing your moon. To start, you need a basic understanding of moon itself. What role does it play in your chart and is it weak or strong? Read more about Moon here. Then notice what sign and house your moon is in your chart. Moon will absorb those qualities of the sign and house and these themes will influence your mind , emotions and your mother. Moon's original placement is in the 4th house of Cancer, therefore, Moon rules Cancer. When analyzing any planet, always consider the qualities of its original placement which will be that of an Aires ascendant. Fourth house represents your home , mother, land, property, vehicles, peace of mind, and where you get your nourishment is found in the 4th house. Cancer represents mostly the same qualities as the 4th house and also is intuitive and nurturing. Cancer is a water sign which makes it movable and gives a very "go with the flow" nature. When looking at Moon in a different sign or house know that it will always, deep down, have those 4th house/Cancer qualities that can only be strengthened or weakened by other planets and placement in a birth chart.
When looking at your moon as the ascendant:
Moon in Aires is active because Aires is ruled by Mars and the very nature of Mars is action. Aires moon is also very intuitive because Cancer is ruling its own 4th house. Moon feels comfortable and has peace of mind here. There is a balance between being selfish and selfless.
Moon in Taurus is all about stability and financial security. Ruled by Venus , Taurus Moon will love the finer things in life and having a nice and car is important to them. Cancer will be in the 3rd house giving influences of 3rd house qualities of its ruler Mercury. Taurus Moon will be a quick thinker and a charming speaker as well as use their hands a lot when talking.
Moon in Gemini is ruled by Mercury and can almost have a split personality. Since Gemini are "the Twins" or "Male/female Union", the mind can constantly go back and forth and have many ways of thinking. Also a witty thinker and playful heart. Cancer is in the 2nd house for Gemini Moon and there will be nourishment from having a steady income and a love for good food.
Moon in Cancer is very emotional and intuitive. The original 4th house is occupied by Libra. This make Cancer moon emotionally dependent on their spouse or others in their life.
Moon in Leo is very creative and children may be a big theme in their life. Cancer is in the 12th house for Leo Moon Lagna so this could mean some isolated feelings but also very sexual. Moon here will be lazy and in their mind, want to be treated like royalty.
Moon in Virgo has an intense mind; extremely analytical and calculative. Love to be organized and has a systematic approach to everything. Cancer will be in the 11th house of Aquarius which can make the native a bit quirky and eccentric.
Moon in Libra is very giving to others and may have a large work family or family they've created with friends. They can be stressed about constant ups and downs financially and may have to deal with some sort of inheritance.
Moon in Scorpio is a very deep thinker and very emotional. Mother may be absent and replaced by father figure or guru/guide in life. Scorpio Moon is secretive and can be manipulative if not channeling the right energy.
Moon in Sagittarius is always thinking out of this world, philosophically and theoretically. They themselves are natural teachers and guides for those less fortunate. Cancer is in the 8th house which could mean ups and downs with the mother or that the native finds peace of mind through the mysticism and religion.
Moon in Capricorn wants fame and to be known in the world. Having a social status is important to them and with Cancer in the 7th house of relationships. Capricorn will desire the approval of others and will be very serious about maintaining their reputation.
Moon in Aquarius is quirky and eccentric being ruled by Saturn but also wise and old at heart. Cancer rules the 6th house of daily routines and health. These will be prominent themes in the natives life.
Moon in Pisces is out of this world. Ruled by Jupiter, this native will be in a fantasy world of their own and will contemplate things such as life after death and the meaning of life itself. Cancer is ruling the 5th house of creativity so you may see artists and writers from this placement.
As I said before, there are so many factors that come into play when looking at a natal chart.
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