Quarter Moon | Grand Cross

Sidereal Astrology

This September 11th, we’ll witness a Grand Cross between:

• The Sun in Leo

• The Moon in Scorpio

• Saturn in Aquarius

• And last but not least, Jupiter in Taurus.

Can you feel it? Taste it? Ah, the sweet taste of victory. We’ll get into that later.

But first, why is a Grand Cross such a big deal? Well, it’s Grand—and it’s a Cross. J/K.

A Grand Cross occurs when four planets are each 90 degrees apart, forming two oppositions. In this case, it’s the Sun opposing Saturn, and Jupiter opposing the Moon. These oppositions are significant because they create immense tension, but also the potential for achievement. At first glance, you might wonder how struggle could lead to success. But once you overcome the challenges, you’ll feel like you’ve truly accomplished something.

These planetary squares create tension, and tension isn’t always bad—it can drive action. Chronic stress without resolution is harmful, but the stress you feel over the next three days will be the good kind, inspiring you to take action.

In a Grand Cross, the oppositions can be seen as positive and negative charges. While oppositions are often viewed negatively, positive and negative energy are both needed to start the engine, to create momentum.

These days, the kids call that “having motion.” If you want to make moves, take this Grand Cross as the green light to let the world feel your presence.

The solution to any challenge is to remain present. This allows you to take the actions needed to propel yourself forward. Grand Crosses are powerful times, both collectively and personally. As Nas and DMX said, “Life is what you make it.” Uh-huh.

Let’s dive deeper into the transits, starting with the quarter moon. This 90-degree angle represents the communication between the Sun (our expression) and the Moon (our emotions and inner world). A square means that what we intend and how we feel are at odds. The greats seek to integrate these contradictions.

You may feel confident in your skills, talents, and abilities, but the tension will center around whether they’ll be well-received. The only way to find out is to FAFO.

The Scorpio Moon is alchemical. Alchemy, classically, is the transformation of lead into gold. Psychologically, it’s the process of turning negative emotions into a clear mind. So, don’t avoid the darkness—go through the void. Touch the boundless truth that is your soul. Another way to do this is through shadow work. If the engine isn’t starting, it might be because you have negative emotions that need to be churned. Suppressing them keeps us stuck; acknowledging and taking accountability moves us forward.

Jupiter squaring Saturn is like MJ singing “Man in the Mirror.” Until you address what you need to be doing, the spirit might not let you make the wrong choice. It may feel like you’re being held back or limited.

Jupiter represents expansion, while Saturn represents contraction. It’s like opposite day and reverse day happening at once—you don’t know whether to go out or stay in. The best balance might be sitting on the front porch and talking to neighbors. What’s challenging is realizing that things that once satisfied us no longer do. The motivation is to find new things. What, you ask? Be present, receive from Source, and act on even the slightest inspiration. FAFO.

The Sun opposing Saturn and the Moon opposing Jupiter highlights the four fixed signs and elements, giving real Captain Planet vibes.

Create inspiration in each element: thought, emotion, physical action, and spirit. For example, start with an idea like launching a new podcast, then involve a friend, find a physical space to record, and get it uploaded. Over this week, take that idea and put energy behind it. This is an achievement. This is the sweet taste of victory.

Don’t chase anyone. Don’t dwell on the past. Be present. Claim your victory now. Take a deep breath and do what you need to do.

Victory often comes after a crisis, so if you’re going through something, remember my favorite saying: You’ve gotta go through it to get to it.