the pendulum is swinging

Danielle Federico
6 days ago
2 min read

Full Moon in Pisces + Lunar Eclipse

We’ve entered a potent portal. Between September 7th and 8th, the Full Moon in Pisces meets a Lunar Eclipse, ushering us into eclipse season with a wave of surrender, alignment, and mystery. This particular eclipse feels deep, a little disorienting, and undeniably transformative. It’s here to bring us back to center—nudging us to release what no longer belongs, shift our perspective, and initiate meaningful change.

In the realm of career and communication, this moon invites us to embody the wise owl: listen closely, observe quietly, and take notes before making moves. There’s wisdom in the pause.

Pisces energy is fluid, intuitive, and elusive. It draws us into raw, emotional landscapes—sometimes uncomfortable, often revealing. If your nervous system feels a bit shaky or stirred, you’re not alone. Old memories may surface, bringing waves of anxiety or irritability. But through those waves come breaks... and then stillness. Let those thoughts drift out to sea.

They’re no longer yours to carry. You’re healing—physically, emotionally, spiritually.

Your body may be craving softness: gentle movement, quiet connection, and peace. If you’ve been daydreaming of misty isles, sacred destinations, or spiritual sanctuaries, your soul is calling. And while travel isn’t always accessible, there are ways to nourish your spirit locally. Dip your toes in a stream. Sit by the ocean. Wander through art museums or historic landmarks. Or, like me, find solace in old churches, or libraries —where the architecture whispers stories from other lifetimes.

This month stirs a remembrance of your own magic. Not the kind found in fairy tales—but the real kind. The way you speak, move, create, and care. The energy you carry. The intention behind your work and your service. Magic lives in your presence, your choices. It’s in the garden, in the kitchen, in the way you dress with color and ease (and yes, pockets are essential).

I find mine in long dresses, braided hair, and the curated beauty of my home. It’s a lived-in space—sometimes messy with the rhythm of motherhood, creativity, and work—but always open-hearted. My bookshelves, lined with poetry, cookbooks, and herbal dictionaries, lend an antiquarian mood that feels like home.

These eclipses are mirrors. They reflect who you’ve become, what you’re releasing, and what you’re calling in. If it feels uncomfortable, that’s a sign: you’re preparing to walk a new path, welcome new energy, and tend to magic that’s uniquely yours. It’s not about anyone else’s journey—it’s about yours.

How you weave your truth into these transitions will shape your growth, your vision, and your capacity for conscious living.

Start with breath. With honesty. With a clear look at what’s real, what’s right, and what’s keeping you stuck. Letting go isn’t easy—but this moment is asking you to be true to yourself, to your heart, and to your dreams.

The universe is listening. What a beautiful time to trust.