The September lunar calendar brought us a first eclipse with the full Moon last Sunday, September 7 and, when the Moon has lost all its light, with the next new moon, we will be able to enjoy the second, the last of the four eclipses that the sky offers us in 2025. But the Moon today is still in a very initial phase of its waning phase, illuminated in about 80%making itself visible well before dawn and appearing in the night sky after dusk at a time when most of us are still awake.

Look at the domed shape of this Moon today, waning to the right in the northern hemisphere and on the left in the southern hemisphere. It is the form it takes in what is known as the Waning Gibbous Moonor convex waning Moon, the lunar phase immediately after the full Moon phase and which leads to the last quarter. This is only three days away.

Moon today, Thursday, September 11, 2025

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• Today’s moon phase: Waning Gibbous Moon
• At what time does the Moon set?: 11:46 (Madrid)
• What time does the Moon rise today? 21:49 (Madrid)
• Lightning: 86.6%-77.6%
• Orbit: Upward
• Constellation: Aries
• Astrological sign: Taurus

How today’s waning moon influences Thursday

Following the lunar calendar of the year is an extraordinary way not only to connect with what is happening around us but also to maximize well-being when taking care of ourselves and take care of our environment.

Today the waning gibbous Moon is in the Taurus sign, with earth energy, and its orbital movement is upward. Therefore, if during the day you invest your time in the care and tasks that we recommend below, they will be easier to perform and you will achieve better results.

Break with the comfortable but empty

The waning gibbous Moon in Taurus invites us to let go of what no longer nourishes. Although this sign loves stability, waning energy guides us towards soft breakup of what no longer works.

Venus, its ruler, burns in Leo, reminding us that letting go is also a act of self love. It is time to undo what is heavy, break inertia and open space for what is authentic.

Personal and beauty care that feels better

• It is a good time to start a cleansing diet, fast or take infusions of medicinal plants such as boldo, dandelion, horsetail, birch, milk thistle or artichoke, which facilitate elimination of toxins through the liver and kidneys. Also for spirulina supplements or drinking water with chlorella, which help cleanse the body of heavy metals.
• During the waning moon phase, the energy is decreasing, generating an ideal climate for a deep and restorative rest.
• 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 helps eliminate impurities, blackheads and dead cells. Thus, you will promote cleaner, toned and luminous skin.
• It’s a good day for solo activities.
• It is also a perfect day for pay tribute and enjoy a good mealif you feel like it.
• Close 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 area. You can also practice a little meditation to delve into that state of relaxation. In it eBook «Guided Meditations» prepared by the experts at Cuerpomente, which you can download for free, you will find different options so you can choose the one you like the most.

What to prioritize at home

• Take the opportunity to open the windows and renew the air in each space of your house.
• make one Deep cleaning of cabinets, drawers and shelves. Donate or get rid of objects and clothing that are no longer useful. Sometimes we accumulate a lot of things just in case, or they simply remain forgotten when we stop using them. Review well and become aware of all those things that you no longer use or need.
• Taurus is related to abundance, value and finances, money. take time to analyze your accounts, review expenses and/or take an inventory.
• Take advantage to update your agenda. Close pending issues.
• Organize the pantry and refrigerator.

How to take care of the garden and garden

Following the biodynamic agriculture calendar, the Moon today in the constellation of Aries makes the energy that should guide the care of plants an energy of fire and fruit. It is also worth taking into account its orbit, in which it continues to ascend.

• Taking advantage of the fact that the Moon’s orbit is ascending, it is a good day to make grafts.
• If you want to put dry citrus peellike oranges, grapefruits, lemons, you can do it today.
• Avoid watering today 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.
• It’s a perfect day for collect greens, vegetables and fruits that you want to keep longer in the pantry. Be guided by the fruit and vegetable seasonal calendar when planning your crops and harvesting at the best time of ripening. If your intention is not to store or freeze but rather to harvest to consume that day, today is as good a day as any other to do so.