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The Sturgeon Moon is the first Full Moon of August. Like all Full Moons, it’s a time for meditation, reflection, and release. It is often joyfully celebrated with one’s chosen group of friends, family, and favorite people.
The Sturgeon Moon arrives in late summer. This is a time often used for celebrating the ripening crops, which will remain until harvests are completed in October. Use this time to be patient and remain grateful for the coming abundance of fall.
August’s Full Moon is most commonly called the Sturgeon Moon, a name that comes from indigenous cultures in the Northeastern and Great Lakes regions of the United States. Sturgeons are among the oldest species on earth, with their earliest fossils dating back to the Cretaceous Period. In the modern day, they are considered an endangered species, though this does not diminish their magnificent legacy of longevity and adaptation! Native American tribes historically noted the great abundance of sturgeon fish during August.
Thanks to their staple nature, sturgeon have come to spiritually symbolize endurance, resilience, and resourcefulness. They are the largest fish species in North America, and so the name of the Full Sturgeon Moon evokes the upcoming harvest, as well as the values of abundance and sustainability.
As it is associated with the transition into fall, this moon has also been called the Blackberry Moon or the Blackening Cherry Moon.
The Effects and Spiritual Meaning of the Sturgeon Moon
To understand the spiritual effects of the Sturgeon Moon, it’s necessary to return to the nature of its namesake, the sturgeon. The resourceful, ancient sturgeon exemplifies strength and endurance. They live 50-60 years on average, but some can live to be 150 years old under the right conditions. Additionally, they can grow to be quite large, with many spanning about two meters in length and some species reaching over five meters.
The magnificent sturgeon suggests that people cultivate patience, perseverance, and resilience on a spiritual and emotional level.
As August’s Full Moon marks the very beginning of the harvest, the Sturgeon Moon encourages people to face the possibility that their crops, literal or metaphorical, may not be fully ready. It’s a reminder to steadfastly continue cultivating the goals and projects that you want to bring to full maturity and perfection.
The Sturgeon Moon announces that summer is declining and autumn is near. As such, one spiritual meaning of the Full Sturgeon Moon is to fortify yourself against the transition into harsher weather. Bolster your inner strength to bring about a fruitful harvest in areas of your life where you’d like to find more success.
To make the most of the Sturgeon Moon’s energy, enter this season with a grateful heart and resolve to bring about the outcomes you’ve envisioned. What are the areas of your life that are most important to you? How close are you to manifesting the “fruit” you cultivated earlier in the year?
First, take some time to reflect (perhaps with a journal) on how you can successfully manifest your goals during this time. Call on the strength of the sturgeon to help you do this. Meditate and channel your thoughts toward August’s full seasonal Blue Moon. Sit beneath the moonlight for at least 10-15 minutes and focus on the harvest you’d like to bring to fulfillment!
Second, moon-gazing is almost always a good idea during a Full Moon. Even better, you may want to celebrate the Full Sturgeon Moon near a lake or river. Have a meal with your friends using locally grown, natural ingredients and enjoy watching a serene body of water under the moonlight.
Lastly, take advantage of the opportunity to charge any sacred or personally significant objects, as well as crystals, in the light of the Full Sturgeon Moon. This can help you see both your past and future with greater clarity!
This is also an excellent time to speak to an Astrology or Life Path Psychic for extra insight, as their perspective can help you chart your journey into the future.
This year’s Sturgeon Moon occurs on August 19, 2024. During this Full Moon, the moon’s orbit is at its closest point to earth — a state called perigee. This makes it a Supermoon. There are three or four supermoons per year, and this is the first of 2024!
The 2024 August Full Moon is also a seasonal Blue Moon, or the third Full Moon out of four between a solstice and an equinox. These Full Moons occur because the lunar and solar cycles aren’t perfectly aligned. As a result, there is sometimes an extra Full Moon between an equinox and a solstice. On average (though not always), Blue Moons only occur every two to three years.
This year’s August 19 Full Blue Supermoon is an opportunity to reflect on the experiences in your past that you’d like to clarify. Their meaning and role in your life may suddenly make more sense!
Learning How the Sturgeon Moon Affects Your Chart
To learn more about how the Full Sturgeon Moon will affect your chart, consider speaking to an expert Astrology Psychic. By looking at the planetary aspects that your chart makes to the sign, house, and degree of this Full Moon, you can maximize its benefits, understand its meaning for you personally, and minimize any challenges that arise!
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