Ruled by the moon! A phrase we here often and not usually in a complimentary way. But it ‘s true to say that my life is tailored to the phases of Diana herself. In particular I am attracted to the moons’ ‘Void of Course’ where the moon is between planetary aspects and thereby creates a magical vacuum whereby many tasks can be undertaken at a time when most people are unaware of what causes their lethargy and indifference.
Following the Moon Void of Course cycles is easy and can change out lives, yet few people are aware of this phenomenon and even many experienced astrologers overlook it. Since the moon is intimately connected to our intuition and instincts, following Moon VOC will help us make better choices in life. It’s been said that VOC is like driving through a tunnel where your antenna is unable to pick up the radio signals, or like being in a temporary vacuum, where perception is distorted.
The Moon travels around the earth in about 28 days, spending about two and a half days in each of the 12 zodiac signs. After the Moon leaves a sign and before it enters the next sign, it is called Void of Course. The Moon rules instinct and intuition. When the Moon is VOC, the energy flow available to all living things seems to slow down and our intuition is temporarily clouded. During a VOC it’s easy to be unrealistic or to perceive things differently than they really are. During this time people tend to feel scattered and unfocused. Time seems to drag on forever.
Knowing when the moon is Void of Course by checking the times in an astrological calendar can save you a lot of time, money, and effort. Follow them for a couple weeks, then don’t look at the calendar for a few days, then look back at those times later. You’ll find that even when you didn’t consciously know it was a VOC, things were still typical of a VOC. Moon VOC seem to affect everyone. Moon VOC can last from as little as 10 minutes to as long as two days. Moon VOC comprise, on average, about eight percent of the standard eight-to-five work week. Of course, it’s not always possible to schedule around these times, but it helps to be aware of the difficulties you may encounter.
During a Moon Void of Course, DO:
• Routine work.
• Meditate—this is a great time to go inward. You’ll be even more centered after the VOC.
• Break bad habits—if you can refrain during a VOC, it will be easier to do so afterward.
• Creative hobbies.
• Routine cleaning.
• Exercise.
• Relax.
During a Moon Void of Course, DON’T:
• Make important plans—they’ll never happen or will happen differently than expected.
• Brainstorm—new ideas never manifest or will backfire.
• Start anything new—things initiated are never finished or take much longer than expected to complete. New acquaintances made are short-lived. If you meet someone during a VOC, the interaction will not be meaningless, but probably different than you expected.
• Buy anything of importance—purchases made will never be used, will break down, or will have to be returned for unforeseen reasons.
• Do anything that requires a lot of concentration—it will require a lot more of your energy. If you have no choice, meditate beforehand so you’ll be as centered as possible.
• Schedule appointments: they will have to be changed or rescheduled—or you may get “stood up!”
People who were born during a VOC may not be as affected or may be affected differently. Follow the cycles and observe for yourself.
With the above in mind I can offer now Moon Spells and Readings that will plot events for you in alignment with your birth sign – use these Spells and Readings to forecast and plan events over a given period – and of course it’s the best possible time to cast a Moon Spell or book a Moon Reading.
Love and Light

The Full Moon is with us again from November 2nd. Last night I sat and gazed for a long time at the magical orb that cast its silvery light over the sea cliffs where I live. The Hunters Moon is the full moon that follows the Harvest Moon usually the biggest and brightest of the year, and nearest Samhain. So called since the fields have been reaped, hunters can ride over the stubble, and can more easily see the fox, also other animals, which have come out to glean and can be caught for a thanksgiving banquet after the harvest. This moon is simply magical, take time to look, gaze and drink in the ethereal power of this brightest of full moons. The psychic energy simply radiates from its core. Look at it while you can and concentrate hard, let yourself be in it’s thrall; then tell me psychic phenomena doesn’t exist!