13 Jun June Full Moon 2022

The June Full Moon is fast approaching and will also be a Supermoon. While ‘Supermoon’ is not an official astronomical term, it was coined by the astrologer Richard Nolle in 1979. He defined the Supermoon as ‘a New or Full moon that occurs when the Moon is at or near (within 90% of) its closest approach to Earth in its orbit.’ The Northern Hemisphere will have a Strawberry (or Fruit) Moon, while the Southern Hemisphere will have a Cold (or Long Night) Moon. Finally, the moon will be in Sagittarius.

Ancient humans have used the moon cycles to track seasons throughout the ages. While there are many names given to the moons, the most commonly used names originated from the Indigenous American culture. The Anishinaabe people (spelling variations include Anishinabe, Anicinape, Nishnaabe, Neshnabé and Anishinabek) named the Full Moons to keep track of the season and marked an event in nature – whether it was time to pick strawberries, hunt, fish, or harvest. These names were adopted by Colonial Americans and European settlers and was integrated with the Gregorian calendar.

Strawberry Moon – Northern Hemisphere

In the Northern Hemisphere, the 6^th Full Moon of the year is known as the Strawberry Moon. This moon signifies the ripening of fruits (like strawberries) and also goes by the name Fruit Moon. The Strawberry Moon is also the last full moon before the summer solstice in the Northern Hemisphere. Astronomically, summer begins at the summer solstice, it is also the longest day of the year (most amount of sunlight). This also means that after the summer solstice has passed, the days will begin to shorten.

Cold Moon – Southern Hemisphere

On the other side of the world, in the Southern Hemisphere, the Full Moon is called the Cold Moon. In opposition to the Northern Hemisphere, the Cold Moon signifies the beginning of the Winter season for the Southern Hemisphere. The days become shorter (less sunlight) as the Winter Solstice on June 21^st approaches. The Cold Moon might also be known as the Long Night Moon or Oak Moon.

Full Moon in Sagittarius

Astrologically, a full moon occurs in the opposite of the current season. We are in Gemini season right now, which is all about exploring diverse interests, communication, and fascinated with all the details. Sagittarius is the opposite of Gemini, it is big picture, deep, philosophical, and idealistic. It takes things seriously but wants to have fun doing them.  This is a good time to have fun so rather than sitting around, find something to celebrate.

Whenever the moon is in Sagittarius, we should adjust our focus. We can turn our inner thoughts, beliefs, hopes and dreams into exciting experiences and adventures. This Full Moon is showing us how far along we are in our journey for 2022, now that we have reached the halfway mark. It’s time to examine our habits, distractions, and limiting beliefs – what do we need to let go of in order to make our dreams come true?

There have been challenges over the past few months, but this is a time to relax, celebrate even the smallest wins, and have fun. Shake off any of the residual heavy energy and welcome new adventures coming our way.

Full Moon Ritual

The full moon in Sagittarius encourages us to have fun. Your full moon ritual will include:

• Dancing – turn up the music, shake, wiggle, and dance the old energy away.
• Gratitude – write a list of things you are grateful for.
• Nature – get into nature and enjoy. Go camping, hiking, or head to the beach.
• Fire – Sagittarius is a fire sign so incorporate some fire in your ritual by lighting a candle or having a bonfire.
• Journaling – the Full Moon is a time to manifest rather than set new intentions, focus on bringing something to fruition.

I leave you with light.

Martina x

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I acknowledge the Traditional Owners of the land on which I do my spiritual work & live; the Yugambeh people, and recognise their continuing connection to the land, water & community. I pay my respects  and gratitude to the Elders of the past, present and emerging, Thank you.