Navigating the Scorpio Full Moon
Buckle up. The Full Moon in Scorpio (May 12, 2025) is less “let it go” and more “let it out, but dramatically.” If you’ve been bottling up a grudge, an obsession, or a feeling that’s aged into resentment like it’s a fine wine—this moon cracks the cork.
Scorpio is the sign of secrets, power, and transformation. A Scorpio Full Moon? That’s a cosmic flashlight in your emotional crawlspace. You’re not just cleaning house—you’re burning the evidence (but keeping a backup drive, just in case).
And because full moons are always about oppositions—this one pits Scorpio’s emotional x-ray vision against Taurus’ comfort zone energy. Translation? You may feel wildly intense and wildly stubborn about it. Cue the inner monologue: “I hate how much I care, and I refuse to admit it.”
What to Expect (Yes, Even If You’re Not a Scorpio)
You might feel a sudden urge to confront something (or someone) you’ve been quietly seething about since three Mercury retros ago.
Things that have been lurking beneath the surface—power dynamics, trust issues, your obsessive need to check someone’s Venmo activity—may bubble up.
Good news: this moon is excellent for emotional alchemy. You’re not being dramatic—you’re being deeply aware of what needs to end, shift, or evolve.
Things to Release Under a Scorpio Full Moon
That toxic crush you’ve been psychoanalyzing.
Power struggles—especially the ones where you keep score but pretend not to care.
Secrets that are more heavy than helpful.
Things to Embrace
Emotional honesty, even if it’s messy.
The beauty of transformation—yes, even if it starts with a breakdown.
The subtle thrill of hitting “unfollow” as an act of liberation and freedom
If This Moon Were a Movie Scene
You’re standing in a thunderstorm, mascara running, whispering “I’m done” like it’s both a plot twist and a prophecy. Roll credits. Cue the soft piano version remix of Beyoncé.
Rising Signs Who Might Feel This Moon Extra Hard
Because your Rising sign determines which house this Full Moon lights up, some placements are feeling this extra intensely—like “should I be in therapy or just write a Notes app manifesto?” levels of intensity.
Taurus Rising
Congratulations! The Full Moon is lighting up your 7th House of relationships, meaning the emotional pressure cooker is set to “rom-com meltdown.” One moment you’re calmly buttering toast, the next you’re like, “Actually, I do remember what you said to me in March. Of 2021.” Expect big feelings, bigger ultimatums, and possibly an extremely civil breakup followed by unfollowing them on Goodreads.
Leo Rising
This moon parks itself in your 4th House of home and family, so your mood might swing between “I’m fine” and “I’m renovating my emotional foundation and you can’t stop me.” Childhood baggage might knock on the door—probably wearing a tracksuit and holding a passive-aggressive casserole. Keep your cool or cry into your throw pillows. Either is valid.
Aquarius Rising
It’s your 10th House in the spotlight, which means this moon wants to talk about your reputation. Not your resume—the vibe you accidentally give off when you’re trying not to care. Cue career drama, existential dread, or that sudden urge to quit your job and launch a newsletter called “Why I’m Smarter Than My Boss.” Just…maybe sleep on it.
Ritual Vibes (No Crystals Required)
Grab a notebook and dig up the stuff you’ve been pretending doesn’t bother you.
Spoiler: it still does. Now’s the time to delve into why.
Visualize burning a pile of things you’re done carrying emotionally, mentally …
Take a long, scalding shower. Wash the day and the dead weight off.
Reminder from The Minimal Mystic
Even if you don’t consider yourself the type to “manifest the moon” (or if you’re like me an always a mean to but then … forget) …. Maybe just use this moment as a checkpoint:
What am I emotionally hoarding? What am I afraid to feel? And what would I be capable of if I let it go?
You don’t need to transform overnight. But a Scorpio Full Moon will absolutely hand you the scissors.
