The eight phases
| Phase | Cycle emphasis |
|---|---|
| New Moon | Beginning and intention |
| Waxing Crescent | Early commitment |
| First Quarter | Action and adjustment |
| Waxing Gibbous | Refinement |
| Full Moon | Visibility and culmination |
| Waning Gibbous | Integration and sharing |
| Last Quarter | Release and reorientation |
| Waning Crescent | Rest and closure |
Moon sign and phase
The phase describes the relationship between the Sun and Moon. The Moon's zodiac sign adds style and changes every two to three days.
Personal lunar context
A current Moon can also form transits to the natal chart. Those contacts are brief, making them useful for observation without treating every mood as fate.