Blue Moon in Sagittarius: Signs Most Affected and Simple Rituals

At certain times, it can feel as though everything is demanding change at once. Unresolved conversations resurface, decisions begin to carry more weight, and even that feeling of “I can’t carry on like this” grows stronger. That is precisely the atmosphere many people may experience next week with the arrival of the Blue Moon.

The phenomenon will take place on 31 May at 5:45 am, in Sagittarius, and it holds particularly intense symbolism in astrology. Simone, a tarot reader and iQuilibrio specialist, explains that despite its name, the Moon will not actually look blue in the sky. “It is given this title because it is the second Full Moon within the same month, a rare occurrence that happens only every two or three years,” she says.

This time, the event will be even more distinctive. As well as a Blue Moon, there will also be a micromoon, as the celestial body will be farther away from Earth. “In practical terms, it may appear slightly smaller and less bright, but energetically it is still considered a powerful time for endings, decisions and significant changes,” Simone says.

Why do so many people feel life ‘turning around’ during a Blue Moon?

In astrology, a Full Moon already tends to symbolise a peak, revelations and emotions coming to the surface. The Blue Moon amplifies that energy even further. It can seem as though everything that has been put off is finally demanding a clear decision.

Relationships with no future, jobs that no longer feel meaningful, worn-out friendships and delayed choices may all take on a different weight. According to the tarot reader, because this Moon will occur in Sagittarius, a sign associated with expansion, truth and freedom, there may be a very strong urge to redirect one’s life. The classic thought may arise: “Do I really want to carry on like this?”.

Zodiac signs most likely to feel the Blue Moon most strongly

1. Sagittarius

The sign most affected by the phenomenon may experience something of an “internal restart”. Matters involving life purpose, career and the future are likely to become especially clear. This will be an important period for reassessing the route ahead.

2. Gemini

As Sagittarius’s complementary opposite sign, Gemini may feel that changes are happening too quickly. Important conversations, decisions and unexpected turning points will come into focus.

3. Scorpio

The emotional energy is expected to be intense. Old resentments, emotional matters and inner processes may come to the surface so they can finally be brought to a close.

4. Aquarius

This period will support necessary breaks, especially in friendships and relationships that no longer make sense. Some connections may simply lose their momentum.

Signs that may emerge over the next few days

Even people who do not follow astrology may notice emotional shifts during this phase. Among the effects most commonly mentioned are:

• A need to step away from draining environments;
• A desire to restart habits or projects;
• A feeling of sudden clarity about confusing situations;
• The return of unresolved matters;
• Impulsiveness when making decisions;
• Greater emotional sensitivity;
• A need to cut back on excesses and let go.

“It is also a period that tends to have a strong effect on dreams, intuition and strange coincidences - the kinds of situations that make many people think a certain event is not happening by chance”.

Simple rituals to make the most of Blue Moon energy

This phenomenon is often considered a good time for energetic cleansing and setting intentions for the months ahead. Below, Simone lists some simple rituals that can be carried out between the evening of 31 May and the early hours of 1 June:

• Energy bath: rosemary and bay leaves are a classic combination for cleansing, expansion and opening pathways;
• Letting-go letter: writing down everything you wish to leave behind on a piece of paper and then burning it safely symbolises the closing of cycles;
• Moon water: leaving a glass bottle of water under the light of the Full Moon is a very popular ritual among people who believe in energising practices and mental clarity.

“Because it takes place in Sagittarius, the sign of the archer, this is also considered an excellent time to write down goals and visualise the next steps in life,” concludes the iQuilibrio specialist.

By Ana Carolina Batista