Moon phase on July 1, 2012

Waxing gibbous, 93% litMoon in Sagittarius

The Moon was in Sagittarius all day (UTC).

Born under a waxing gibbous moon

When more than half the Moon is lit but it is not yet full, the mood turns toward refinement. Traditionally this is the time to analyse, tweak and perfect before the peak of the full moon. People born under a waxing gibbous are often seen as thoughtful, devoted improvers who want to understand how things work and make them better. If you are living through it, it can suit editing, practising and asking for feedback, while trusting that what you started is already taking shape.

Pick one piece of work or a habit you have been building. Ask yourself what single change would make it ten percent better, and make that change gently today.

The Moon in Sagittarius

With the Moon in Sagittarius, the mood lifts and widens. People often feel optimistic, restless and hungry for adventure, ideas or a change of scenery. These days suit travel, study, philosophical conversations, outdoor activities and big picture planning. Tact can slip as honesty gets blunt, so humour helps. It is a wonderful time to try something unfamiliar, sign up for a class or simply take a longer walk than usual.

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