FULL MOON total LUNAR ECLIPSE
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March 13th 23:55 PST | March 14th 12:25PM IST
As the sun and saturn oppose the full moon (Pūrṇimā पूर्णिमा) of March, our first eclipse (Candra Grahaṇam - चन्द्र ग्रहणं) season of the year commences in the Vedic Lunar mansion of Uttaraphalgunī उत्तरफल्गुनी (Leo), the star of Patronage. This dynamic cycle is ripe for accelerated spiritual growth — urging us to refine our inner compass, to untangle and release an old karmic pattern.
As the Earth passes between the Sun and Moon, a shadow is cast on the lunar surface, initiating the beginning of a new chapter and welcoming opportunities for personal growth and transformation. We are stepping into a realm beyond time, where things may not be as they appear. Lunar eclipses serve as triggers, offering sudden exposure to hidden truths and heightened emotions.
The points where the Sun and Moon intersect the ecliptic plane, positioned exactly 180 degrees apart, are known as the lunar nodes, or Rāhu and Ketu in Vedic Astrology. These shadowy grahas, often called the "great awakeners," govern the eclipses and symbolize the eternal dance between light and darkness, offering us the opportunity to confront our shadows, disrupt old patterns, and awaken to deeper truths along our journey.
With the moon eclipsed, you may find yourself at a turning point in your life, on the verge of a major decision, in the grips of exhaustion, or dancing with uncertainty — rest assured this potent eclipse brings with it a promise to shift you into the next phase.
A breakthrough may be within reach now. An old pattern may surface that is ready to be released — don’t touch it — let go of the past. Some questions may be answered within this window of time.
The cards are being reshuffled, with soul contracts now ripe for fruition at the forefront. Some of us might be hesitant to release our current agreements and embrace this higher calling. This shift in awareness may feel sentimental, as we've invested our hearts into our current familiar situations. Yet, a part of us knows that to gain what we truly desire, we must be willing to release what we think we have. The courage required of us now is to stay connected to our true selves, leading with our whole, authentic hearts. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
Ultimately, as we untangle ourselves from unaligned situations incapable of co-creating our dreams, a doorway opens, revealing a new path forward. On this path, we can weave the blessings of this cycle and shed toxic patterns and habits. The choice is presented to pivot and sow our seeds in fertile soil, ready to bear the fruits we've longed for—an aligned union based on reciprocity, clear communion, and collaboration towards a higher offering. Reflect, refine, and prepare yourself to step into a new timeline.
Uttaraphalgunī calls us to build authentic connections through acts of service, generosity, and mutual support. As the patron of contracts and agreements, this nakshatra, steeped in the qualities of hospitality and protection, encourages us to honor our commitments and nurture relationships that foster both personal and collective growth.
Holding the energy and śakti of prosperity and the accumulation of wealth through partnership, this is a powerful window for collaboration that ignites a fresh perspective and creative growth. There is a desire here to place what you desire into the palm of your hand. This energy is fulfilled through the art of patience and becoming life Tvaṣṭar, the celestial architect who shapes all beings into form.
To breathe life into new architecture, we become most in need of balance. The fine-tuning point between self and other — anchoring into and committing fully to self-sovereignty and radical self-love, while practicing the grace of presence and participation within this co-created dream.
We’re encouraged here to lean into logical, illumined discernment, guided by an understanding of the right support and the correct partner, to choose what we’re creating wisely — in the direction of that which is truly beneficial. The transformation of material into beauty holds great significance here. ⠀⠀⠀⠀
Just as a diamond is formed under pressure, beautiful people aren’t born — they’re forged in the fires of deep transformation. You may feel as though multiple alluring directions are being presented to you. Choose wisely how you’re spending your energy now, as it’s easy to identify with or get lost in form. Resist any urgency to initiate projects, and don’t get distracted in chasing the next shiny object in an attempt to fill some void. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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You may be feeling restless and emotionally sensitive. We must act now from a place of discipline and responsibility, moving in the direction of illuminating the kind of intelligence that awakens from within. Loosen your grip on the illusion that you have control over the outcome of your actions. Slow down, anchor yourself in the inner stillness of your heart, surrender to the unknown and allow the eclipses to have their way with you.
Pay close attention if you have major planets — your Sun, Moon, or Lagna (rising sign) — in Uttaraphalgunī, as this cycle could bring sudden change, bring forward something you didn’t plan for, or reveal something deeper about yourself. Also, take note if you are currently running a dāśā (cycle) or antar dāśā (sub-cycle) of Sun.
Shifting narratives, heightened emotions, uncertainty, and building intensity call for inward attention and one-pointed focus on grounding. Keep life simple during the eclipse hours (March 13 2025 7:57 pm - March 14 2025 02:00 am PDT | March 14 2025 09:27 am - 15:30 pm IST). The ancients revered this portal as a sacred time to tune into their own divinity, tending to eclipses with care and consuming less — both physically and mentally — to keep their channels clear.
Fasting, meditation, japa, and bathing during this time are sacred practices recommended to optimize this shift. This is an important time to recalibrate and peer deeper into yourself. Ideally, it is advisable to postpone travel, major decisions, surgeries, and commitments during this time.
What familiar holding patterns are you ready to transcend?
Do know that i’m here to support you as we step into a power reset time. For personalized guidance on how this transit influences you personally, I offer one-on-one consultations which you can book here.
Totality Begins: March 13 at 10:26 PM PDT / March 14 at 11:56 AM IST.
Maximum Eclipse: March 13 at 10:58 PM PDT / March 14 at 12:28 PM IST.
Totality Ends: March 13 at 11:32 PM PDT / March 14 at 1:02 PM IST.
“Write all that worries you on a piece of parchment;
Offer it to God Even from the distance
of a millennium I can lean the flame in my heart Into your life And turn All that frightens you
Into holy Incense Ash."
~Hafiz