The 12 Moon Signs Explained in Plain English

Your Moon sign is your emotional GPS. It shows how you feel, what you need, and how you actually process life behind closed doors.

Here’s a no-fluff breakdown of what each Moon sign means—so you can understand yourself and everyone else on a soul-deep level.

🔥 Fire Moons (Aries, Leo, Sagittarius)

• Aries Moon: You need action, fast decisions, and independence. You’ll burn out if you sit still too long.
• Leo Moon: You need admiration, creative outlets, and a lil’ luxury. You want to feel seen.
• Sagittarius Moon: You need freedom, fun, and big-picture thinking. You crave meaning over micromanagement.

🌱 Earth Moons (Taurus, Virgo, Capricorn)

• Taurus Moon: You need stability, sensual comfort, and loyalty. You self-soothe with touch, food, or beauty.
• Virgo Moon: You need order, routines, and service. Your anxiety shows when things feel messy.
• Capricorn Moon: You need control, structure, and goals. You’re private with emotions and crave competence.

💨 Air Moons (Gemini, Libra, Aquarius)

• Gemini Moon: You need stimulation, convo, and curiosity. Emotional boredom is your enemy.
• Libra Moon: You need harmony, aesthetics, and partnership. You’re unsettled by conflict or imbalance.
• Aquarius Moon: You need space, innovation, and community. You detach when emotions feel overwhelming.

🌊 Water Moons (Cancer, Scorpio, Pisces)

• Cancer Moon: You need safety, connection, and home. You’re a walking ocean of emotion.
• Scorpio Moon: You need depth, loyalty, and transformation. You feel everything, even when silent.
• Pisces Moon: You need magic, art, and escape. You’re emotionally intuitive—but boundaries are a must.

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