Okay, so today I decided to dive into this whole astrology thing with my specific placements: Aries Sun, Leo Moon, and Cancer Rising. I’ve heard bits and pieces about what each of these means, but I wanted to see how it all comes together, and, more importantly, how it actually feels in my day-to-day life.
Getting Started
First, I grabbed my journal and a pen. I find it easier to process things when I write them down physically, even if it’s just messy notes. Then, I opened up a few basic astrology websites. I’m not trying to become an expert here, just get a general feel for the energies at play.
The Aries Sun: Fire in My Belly
I started with my Sun sign, Aries. The descriptions I read talked about being bold, energetic, and a bit impulsive. Yeah, that resonated. I definitely feel that drive, that urge to just do things. Today, for example, I spontaneously decided to rearrange my entire living room. No plan, just pure impulse. It was chaotic, but fun, and it felt very…Aries.
The Leo Moon: Drama and Warmth
Next, I looked into my Leo Moon. This one was about emotions, inner self. I read about needing to express myself, a love of the spotlight (even if it’s just a small one), and a general warmth and generosity. I noticed this today when I spent a good hour just chatting with my neighbor. I genuinely enjoyed connecting with her, sharing stories, and just being present. It felt good, like feeding that inner Leo.
The Cancer Rising: Shell and Sensitivity
Finally, the Cancer Rising. This is supposed to be how I present myself to the world, my “outer shell.” Words like “nurturing,” “sensitive,” and “homebody” kept popping up. Honestly, it felt a little at odds with the Aries and Leo energy. But then I thought about how I spent my evening. After the flurry of activity (Aries) and social connection (Leo), I retreated to my apartment, cooked myself a comforting meal, and curled up with a good book. That’s the Cancer, I realized. It’s the need for safety, comfort, and emotional connection.
Putting It All Together
So, how did it all fit? Well, it wasn’t a neat, perfect package. It felt more like a dynamic interplay. I experienced bursts of fiery energy (Aries) followed by a desire for heartfelt connection (Leo), all wrapped in a protective, nurturing shell (Cancer). For example, I found myself getting really passionate about a project at work (Aries), then wanted to share my excitement with my colleagues (Leo), but I also made sure to take breaks and check in with myself to avoid feeling overwhelmed (Cancer).
I continued to take notes of my feelings throughout the day, that way I have some history to look back to. Then, I compared them with my daily activities to see if they are in line with each other, which helps me to find myself a bit.
It’s like having these three different voices inside me, sometimes harmonizing, sometimes clashing. It’s messy, but it’s also…me. It’s definitely something I want to keep exploring. I think I’ll make this a regular practice, checking in with these astrological energies and seeing how they manifest in my daily life.
