Natal Moon in Virgo
The natal Moon in Virgo is a grounded, earthy, practical one, yet without the “stuckness” of the other earth signs, Taurus and Capricorn. Like clay, your Moon sign is mouldable and much more flexible and adaptable than others, and you’re able to keep your feet firmly on the ground as well as cope with changes in life more easily. This is an incredible advantage and strength of having a Virgo Moon sign, as you’ll always be level-headed without the problem of becoming stubborn. Being an Earth Moon sign means that you are seldom reactive, and try to always approach your emotions calmly.
The symbol of Virgo is the Virgin, or the maiden, which means that in many ways, you are, at heart, timid and rather reserved, wherever your other planets may be. You prefer to stay in the background, carefully noticing and analysing everything that is going on, before you openly engage. This is only untrue if you have many planets in fire or air, which may make you a touch more social than the average Virgo Moon person.
Speaking of air, many would mistake you for an air Moon sign, because you are extremely communicative and highly intelligent – you tend to think about your feelings often, sometimes more than “feeling” them. Talking about your emotions is very important to you, and this is because the planet that rules the mind – Mercury – is the natural ruler of the sign of Virgo. This indicates someone who is a critical thinker, and who has a need to continually communicate.
However, there is a danger with this Moon sign of becoming over-analytical and overthinking, especially when certain feelings just aren’t rational, or have no apparent reason for being there. This may be distressing for some Virgo Moon people, and the trick is to take the edge off the thinking by either getting into nature, or getting into your body physically, through exercise for example.
Virgo Moons hence always need to be aware of when a thought, related to a feeling, becomes slightly obsessive and turns into a worry, or even a neurosis. As a Virgo Moon, you have a strong tendency to worry about all the things you can’t fix. Perfectionism is a need for you, and you hate it when things don’t have a particular order. It becomes essential for you to let certain things go, and realise that you can’t fix everything and everyone. This will help you go a long way to overcoming your tendency to anxiety.
What may also help is reaching out to others who need your help – for example, making time at the local animal rescue, or volunteering at a soup kitchen. You feel emotionally at peace when you are able to help others in a useful, practical way – this truly feeds your soul. It can be other, small favours you do too, such as helping a friend with a lift, assisting a family member with their tax returns (you love numbers) or doing the household errands for your partner. These things all have a calming effect on you, and help to turn down your overthinking.
What also sets your soul at peace is making lists – as many as possible. When life ever gets overwhelming or your mind gets cluttered, take a pen and paper, and write it all down. This is a guaranteed way to make sense of the chaos and take control of it, and your loved ones will appreciate your organisational abilities too!
This organisational capability may or may not extend into your chosen career path. Many Virgo Moon people become office managers, accountants, economists or data analysers of some sort. It makes you feel very good when you can make sense of numbers and statistics, and give you an immense feeling of satisfaction.
Your nourishment can also come from a good routine in life – from your food, to the exercise you choose, the time you wake up and the time you go to bed – these are all anchors that help you find grounding and make you feel held and safe. Disruptions to your routine, despite your flexibility, can be an emotional trigger for you and make you grumpier than most, Fortunately, you are adaptable and will usually find a new and more efficient way to do things! However, it is best for you to have this safety net as it keeps you emotionally calm.
Eating well is likely the most crucial part of your routine, and you’re the type of Moon sign that regularly likes to detox or turn to a natural, raw diet. Your digestion tends to be very sensitive, and so you may life a very “clean” lifestyle, as simple and fuss-free as possible, both in food and in habits. You’ll generally dislike processed foods for the effect they have on you health-wise, and you’ll go out for your way to make good, wholesome, healthy meals for your loved ones.
Virgo Moons tend to have a kind, peaceful relationship with your partner, though you’ll have to watch for your tendency to criticise and find flaws. Being gentle towards yourself – meaning to judge yourself less for your own imperfections – and then being gentle on your partner is important to keep that peace that you so treasure. This also applies to the relationship you may have with your mother, which may also have a critical edge at times, yet may also be very grounding.
A Virgo Moon essentially wants to be of service to others, keep life simple, and live in a way that is secure and predictable to certain degree. You have the kindest heart around, despite your tendency to judgement, and you’re always ready to lend a helping hand, which is one of your most treasured qualities.
