This afternoon at 8pm the Moon reaches its perigeethe point in its orbit at which it comes closest to Earth. As the distance between us is smaller, the Moon, It looks a little bigger and its shine is more intense..

When there is a full moon we give this moment a lot of hype, we talk about a supermoon. And of course supermoons are enjoyed, but we still have to wait a couple of months for us to have one. My proposal today is that, when you look at the Moon today, you also enjoy this supermoon in waning phasewith its small hump flattening as it approaches the next lunar phase, the last quarter, which is only two days away.

Moon today, Thursday August 14, 2025

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• Today’s moon phase: Waning Gibbous Moon
• What time does the Moon rise today? 3:45 (Madrid)
• At what time does the Moon set?: 13:11 (Madrid)
• Lightning: 75.3%-64.7%
• Moon age: 19.7-20.7 days
• Orbit: Upward
• Constellation: Pisces-Aries
• Astrological sign: Aries-Taurus

How today’s Moon influences Thursday

The waning gibbous Moon is today until 3:23 p.m. in the sign of Aries, with its energy of fire, to enter from 3:24 p.m. in the Venusian sign of Taurus, with an energy of earth. Its orbital movement is upward.

So that your beauty, garden and home care in the morning are more aligned with this moment of the lunar cycle, consult the advice from yesterday, Wednesday, August 13. For what you do after 3:24 p.m., you can now look at what we indicate below.

Action invites rest: a moment to let go and renew yourself

With the Moon waning in Aries until early afternoon, The energy drops a little but continues with that touch of fire and drive.

It’s a good time to release while moving: A quiet walk, some stretches or a massage can help you release tension and calm your mind. Take advantage to notice those impulses that no longer do you good and start letting them go. Remember that resting is not stopping, but recharging to move forward with strength.

Self-care routines most favored by lunar energy

• Today’s moon phase is highly recommended when you want start a cleansing diet, fast or drink infusions of medicinal plants such as boldo, dandelion, horsetail, birch, milk thistle or artichoke. All of them are plants that facilitate the elimination of toxins through the liver and kidneys.
• During the waning moon phase, the energy decreases, generating a ideal climate for a deep and restorative rest. It is a stage that invites you to release the need for control and the pressure to stay active or productive, giving way to pause, calm and self-care. As far as possible, low revs and connect today with the pleasure of going slow. Find your own rhythm and surrender to it.
• Get on loose and comfortable clothing that invites you to enjoy and feel good.
• In your self-care routine today, focus on treatments that purify the skin in depth. Opt for detoxifying masks, gentle exfoliations, dry brushing or cleansing that help eliminate impurities, blackheads and dead cells. Thus, you will promote cleaner, toned and luminous skin.
• It’s a good day for solo activities that invite reflection and pause such as slow yoga, a conscious walk or any activity that is meditative for you.
• Perfect day if you feel like it pay tribute and enjoy a good meal.
• End the day with a relaxing massage that helps you release tension and reconnect with a state of serenity and well-being. If you decide to do it at home, focus especially on the lower jaw, neck and cervical areaapplying a soft base oil such as almond, to which you can add a few drops of lavender essential oil to enhance the calming effect.

What to prioritize at home

• Take advantage to open the windows and renew the air of every space in your house.
• make one Deep cleaning of cabinets, drawers and shelves. Donate or get rid of objects and clothing that are no longer useful.
• Taurus is related to abundance, value and finances, money. Take some time to analyze your accounts, review expenses and/or take an inventory.
• Take advantage to update your agenda. Close pending issues.
• Beautify spaces with fresh flowers or fill them with floral fragrances by putting, for example, a few drops of jasmine, rose or geranium essential oil in the diffuser.

In the orchard and garden:

Following the biodynamic agriculture calendar, the Moon today is leaving the constellation of Pisces, with water energy, to enter, starting at 9 a.m., in the constellation of Arieswith fire energy. Regarding its orbit, keep rising. If you need to do garden and garden maintenance tasks before 9 a.m., review yesterday’s plant care tips.

• Taking advantage of the fact that the Moon’s orbit is ascending, it is a good day to do grafts. Today you can focus on those plants that you grow for their fruits.
• If you like dry the citrus peelsuch as oranges, grapefruits, lemons, it is a good time to do it. You will achieve better results and they will last longer.
• Avoid watering today or moderate watering too much to reduce the risk of pests or diseases. Whenever you can wait, it is best not to water until next week or to do so in small amounts.
• Today’s Moon is perfect for collect greens, vegetables and fruits that you want to keep longer in the pantry.
• If you need transplant into soil your fruit plants, such as beans, wait better for the favorable transplant season to begin, which will be starting next monday.

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