Eclipses: The #1 Zodiac’s Guide to the Celestial Show

What Eclipses Mean for the 12 Zodiac Sign and Houses

No, I’m not talking about the 3rd Twilight book, I’m talking about solar and lunar eclipses.  These are powerful cosmic events that bring about change, renewed insight and the opening and closing of specific life chapters. In astrology, eclipses are catalysts for changes and often observed in our personal lives as well as the collective consciousness.  You can always find out when an eclipse is coming and what sign it’s in on Cafe Astrology’s Eclipse Tables 

The area of transformation depends on what zodiac sign the eclipse is in and individuals will feel it’s unique effects based on which house the sign lives in. By understanding what each type of eclipse means, the signs they’re in and where it’s located in your natal chart, can help you navigate the intense energies they can bring.

What Are Eclipses?

• Solar Eclipse: A solar eclipse occurs during a new moon (are we sure Stephanie Myers isn’t an astrology junkie?).  During this time the moon passes between the Earth and the Sun. In astrology, this marks a time of new chapters, fresh starts, and opportunities to plant seeds for desired outcomes.
• Lunar Eclipse: On the other hand, with lunar eclipses that happens during a full moon when the Earth passes between the Sun and the moon. In astrology, we associate lunar eclipses with endings, personal revelations, and the conclusions of long-term projects or life cycles.

Now if you’ve dabbled into astrology before you might be asking,

Don’t new moons and full moons do the same things? 

Well yes they do, but to much less potent extent than Eclipses.   Eclipses are much more potent than regular new or full moons because they align with the lunar nodes (North & South Nodes).  These are the points where the moon’s orbit intersects the ecliptic. They are regarded as fated moments that push us farther along toward our life’s purpose and encourages us to expand, even if it makes us uncomfortable.

Solar Eclipses: New Beginnings for Each Zodiac Sign

A Solar Eclipse’s sign is very significant to the nature of the new opportunities, shifts, and sense of awareness that it brings to each individual:

• Aries: A solar eclipse in Aries signals us to cultivate new beginnings in the arena of personal development.  It’s a time for us to focus on improving ourselves, how we show up in leadership roles, or to set new goals to attain personal achievement.
• Taurus: Eclipses in Taurus highlights our relationship to our finances, sense of stability, and our self-worth. This is a time that calls for a fresh start in managing the resources that sustain our quality of life and the material things we own.
• Gemini: When in the sign of Gemini, solar eclipses may bring to the table new creative ideas, introduce us to new opportunities for communication, start brainstorming new projects, or making a doable plan for networking effectively. Gemini Solar eclipses ask us to expand our intellectual horizons.
• Cancer: These eclipses asks us to focus on family matters, the state of our home life, and emotional security (or insecurity). It’s not uncommon for people to might move, redecorate their homes, or welcome someone new into the family.
• Leo: Solar eclipses in Leo often prompts us to be bold and start or continue creative projects. They can also pushed us to take center stage and showcase our talents to the world.
• Virgo: New work opportunities or fresh starts in the workplace can come up during a Virgo solar eclipse. Health and wellness routines are also spotlighted, pushing us toward better habits that prioritize our overall well being.
• Libra: Eclipses in Libra can highlight one-on-one relationships. A new significant romantic, platonic, or business relationship may be introduced or we may develop new ways of relating to others that are already in our lives.
• Scorpio: These eclipses are INTENSE, often bringing deep, psychological transformation. We may experience a brand new way of understanding our internal power or delve into matters regarding intimacy and trust (or lack thereof).
• Sagittarius: Solar eclipses calls us to expand our worldview. We might make new plans to travel, pursue some sort of continuing or higher education, or we might experience a shift in personal beliefs.  These experiences introduces us to new philosophical perspectives and a higher level on consciousness.
• Capricorn: With Capricorn eclipses we may experience fresh starts in our careers or our place in society.  It’s an ideal time to set professional goals or initiate projects that have the potential to elevate our current social standing.
• Aquarius: Solar eclipses in Aquarius offer new opportunities for social engagement, form new friendships, and find opportunities for community involvement. It’s peak time to pursue innovative projects that have a positive impact society, especially online.
• Pisces: Solar Eclipses in Pisces often signify spiritual awakenings. We may feel called to develop spiritually, feel a sense of heightened intuition, or pursue artistic endeavors that connects us with our subconscious mind.

Lunar Eclipses: Endings and Revelations for Each Zodiac Sign

Lunar eclipses can reveal what has been hidden from us and prompts us to close the chapter to make room for the new opportunities solar eclipses have in store for us.  Here’s what lunar eclipses signifies for each zodiac sign it is in:

• Aries: A lunar eclipse in Aries pushes us to release old habits of self-sabotage that keep us in a state of codependency. It is a time for us to start finding personal empowerment by letting go of fear and claiming our sense of independence.
• Taurus: These eclipses ask us to release outdated ways of managing money and re-evaluate our sense of security. It’s possible to experience the end of a financial partnership or a shift in how we handle our material resources that offer security.
• Gemini: Lunar eclipses in Gemini bring revelations to our communication, especially in regards to relationships.  This could bring the end of a contract or clarity to verbal or written self-expression.
• Cancer: Issues surrounding home, family, and emotional foundations may come to a head. Many may finalize a real estate deal, resolve family matters, or gain closure on past emotional wounds, especially those from childhood.
• Leo: A lunar eclipse in Leo often concludes creative projects or showcases our talents in a particular area.  It may be a time when we finish a major creative pursuit or step down from a leadership role.
• Virgo: You may experience the end of a job, the closing of a health chapter, or significant clarity about your daily routines and habits and how they may be hindering our quality of life. It’s a time to reassess if we are of service to ourselves as much as we are of the other people in our lives.
• Libra: A lunar eclipse in Libra brings matters of relationships to the surface. It might mark the end of a partnership or the beginning of a new understanding in how we relate to others and how to readjust to re-establish equal give and take partnerships.
• Scorpio: These eclipses can reveal deep, hidden emotions of our psyche. Often times we may gain clarity around issues surrounding intimacy, or power dynamics in close relationships.  This can also mark the end of an intimate relationships where resources were shared.
• Sagittarius: A lunar eclipse in Sagittarius may mark the end of a journey—literally or figuratively. Our philosophical beliefs might shift dramatically, bringing about a new worldview for the collective conciousness.
• Capricorn: Many might experience the end of a career chapter or gain insight into our roles in society. It’s a time to release outdated professional goals that no longer align with our true purposes and stunts career growth.
• Aquarius: Eclipses in Aquarius often signal the conclusion of social relationships or involvement in group projects. It’s not uncommon to experience friendships ending or an interest in new social causes.
• Pisces: Lunar eclipses in Pisces encourages spiritual breakthroughs and emotional healing to bring us inner peace. It’s a time for releasing our past traumas and embracing new ways of connecting to our internal world.

How Eclipses Impact The Astrological Houses

In addition to the eclipse’s zodiac sign, the house that an eclipse falls in your birth chart offers more specific insights into which area of your life will be most affected. The 12 houses represent different life themes (read more in detail about them in this previous post):

• 1st House: This house governs personal identity, self-expression, and our outer appearance. Eclipses here can indicate a change in how you see yourself or present yourself to the world.
• 2nd House: Here is where our finances, values, and earthly possessions are concerned. Eclipses in the second house can trigger financial opportunities or challenges, change in personal values, and shifts in self esteem.
• 3rd House: Communication, siblings, and immediate environment are these involving the third house. There may be shifts in how you share ideas with others or relate to those around you in your immediate communities.
• 4th House: This is the house of home, family, and emotional foundations. Eclipses in this house often indicate changes in your living situation or family dynamics.
• 5th House: Creativity, romance, and children are the themes of the fifth house. These eclipses bring energy into our creative projects, romantic relationships, or possibly a pregnancy or child birth for women.  
• 6th House: The house of health, daily routines, and work. You might experience changes in your job and/or health habits.
• 7th House: This one’s all about partnerships and marriage. Eclipses here affect significant one to one relationships, both personal or professional.
• 8th House: Shared resources, intimacy, and transformation. An eclipse transiting through this house might bring deep emotional or financial shifts.
• 9th House: Travel, education, and beliefs rules the ninth house. Expect to broaden your horizons through travel, higher learning, or a change in beliefs.
• 10th House: The house of career, reputation, and public life. Eclipses might here bring professional developments or changes in your public image.
• 11th House: Friendships, social networks, and aspirations are all about the 11th house. Changes in your social life or social causes might be at the forefront here.
• 12th House: Spirituality, solitude, and healing are the themes of the 12th and last house of astrology. Eclipses in this house often bring to light hidden matters or encourage spiritual growth.

Conclusion

By understanding how these celestial events interact with your zodiac sign and houses, you can better align with the cosmic energies and make the most of these pivotal moments. Whether you’re facing the challenge of a lunar eclipse’s endings or embracing the opportunities of a solar eclipse’s fresh start, these cosmic events always point you toward your true path in the end.  Even if you don’t expereince changes manifested in the physical world, seeds will be planted, nonetheless.