Aquarius Full Moon

On this Full Moon, the skies are graced with the visionary energy of Aquarius, the Water Bearer. This lunar moment shines a light not just on our personal journeys, but on the threads that connect us to one another.

Aquarius is a sign of innovation, truth, & collective well-being. Under this influence, the Moon encourages us to look beyond individual needs & tune into the heartbeat of the greater community. It asks us to consider: How can my gifts serve the whole? What role do I play in the transformation of our shared world?

The Energy of Aquarius

While its symbol is the Water Bearer, Aquarius is an Air sign — carrying the winds of change, higher ideas, & inspired visions. It teaches us that when we share our wisdom & compassion, we become vessels for healing. This is a time to release outdated beliefs, awaken to new perspectives, & welcome connections that nourish the collective spirit.

This Full Moon’s light can reveal where we’ve been holding too tightly to the past, or where fear of change has kept us from stepping fully into our truth. Aquarius urges us to trust our unique path while remembering that we are part of something far greater than ourselves.

Why It’s Called the Sturgeon Moon

This Full Moon is known as the Sturgeon Moon, the name comes from the traditions of Indigenous peoples in North America. August was the time of year when sturgeon — large, ancient fish — were most abundantly caught. These fish have been a vital food source for many communities, providing nourishment at the end of summer before autumn harvests began.

Sturgeons are ancient fish, having existed for over 200 million years. They represent the deep wisdom that comes with age & experience. When the sturgeon appears as a spirit animal, it may be a call to tap into your ancestral knowledge & to honor the wisdom that comes from life's journey. They remind us to be patient & persistent, trusting that we have the strength to overcome challenges & the endurance to achieve our long-term goals.

By embracing the teachings of the sturgeon spirit animal, we can navigate life's depths with wisdom, resilience, & a sense of purpose, allowing us to thrive in both our spiritual & earthly journeys.

Spiritual Guidance for This Full Moon

• Connect with Community: Whether through prayer circles, gatherings, or acts of kindness, offer your presence & heart to others.
  

• Work with the Element of Air: Speak affirmations aloud, write down your dreams, or share your truth in a way that uplifts.
  

• Release with Intention: Write down what no longer serves you & release it under the moonlight, allowing the wind to carry it away.
  

• Visualize Global Healing: Picture the Moon’s silver light bathing the Earth, bringing peace to every corner.

A Full Moon Prayer

Beloved Creator,

Under this radiant Full Moon, I open my heart to Your light.

May the wisdom of the sturgeon guide my spirit — steady, ancient, enduring.

May I walk with patience, trusting the divine timing of all things.

Grandmother Moon, pour your silver light into my soul,

Washing away fear, doubt & heaviness.

Illuminate my path so I may see clearly the work I am called to do,

For myself & for the collective.

May the winds of Aquarius carry my prayers far,

Touching the hearts of all beings in need.

May my actions ripple like water,

Bringing healing, compassion & unity to the great web of life.

I give thanks for the ancestors who walk beside me,

For the lessons of the Earth & the stars,

& for the gift of this moment under your sacred light.

Aho, Amen, & So It Is.

Takeaway for This Moon

The Full Moon in Aquarius is a reminder that transformation happens not just within us, but between us. By honoring our individuality while embracing our interconnectedness, we become channels for a brighter future. Let the light of this Moon inspire you to pour forth your own sacred waters — of compassion, truth, & vision — into the great river of life.

We are also invited to honor what has sustained us — our ancestors, our traditions, our personal strengths — & to share our blessings with the collective. Just as the sturgeon returns each year, we too can return to the wisdom that keeps us grounded no matter how life’s waters shift.

This is a time to slow down, trust the process, & remember that ancient truths are not lost — they live within us, waiting to guide our steps forward.

~ Blessings!