What the 2021 Blue Moon Means for Your Zodiac Sign

What is a blue moon?

When it comes to astrology, it’s not just the sun that shapes your world. The moon is also incredibly influential, which is why you’ll want to pay particular attention to August 2021’s blue moon. But first, a primer on this lunar phenomenon. There are two types of blue moons: the second full moon in one month, or the third of fourth full moons in a season. Basically, it’s an extra cycle of the full moon that doesn’t usually happen (and no, it’s not actually blue). On August 22, 2021, we will see a seasonal blue moon.

According to astrologer Emily Ridout, this blue moon is even more special for a few cosmic reasons. “We’re having two full moons in Aquarius this year, where we’d usually have one,” she says. “This one takes place at conjunct retrograde Jupiter, which brings themes of major expansion—releasing the old and embracing the new in different areas of their lives.” Aquarian energy is marked by innovation, humanitarianism, and technology. It emphasizes the power of an individual to change things for a better, fairer, more efficient future. “It’s giving us an opportunity to reset, release, and renegotiate how we are in our lives and in our society,” Ridout explains. “It’s time to release old patterns and try to implement new ones.”

This 2021 blue moon can have a profound impact on each of the zodiac signs. For some, it is a chance to evaluate relationships and figure out who they’re truly compatible with. For others, it’s about learning to trust themselves as much as they trust others. From tiny changes in your daily life to large-scale shifts that affect the future, this full moon has the potential to be a lucky time for you—if you handle it the right way. You can also consult your Chinese zodiac sign to find out more about what’s in store for you this year.

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