If you woke up early and were able to see the Moon today, you will have been able to see that, when the Moon was seen in the sky this morning, it was already half illuminated. And this morning on Friday, July 18, at 2:39 a.m., the Moon has fully entered its last quarter phase, this time in Ariesthe first sign of the zodiac, cardinal of fire.

This lunar phase is ideal for stop the engine for a second, take a deep breath and release tensions, impulses or entanglements that no longer serve you, just as the Moon releases part of its light to prepare to be reborn.

In the last quarter, the Moon gives us his luminous riddle: only half of its visible face remains illuminated. If you are in the northern hemisphere, you will see its left side lit, forming a “C” in the sky; In the southern hemisphere, it will be the right side that shines, drawing a “D”.

In addition to this sacred lunar moment, there is another powerful event in the sky that, although not seen with the naked eye, will be felt strongly: Mercury, the messenger of the gods, begins retrograde at 06:45 in the morning in Leo, fixed sign of fire.

This retrograde motion, an optical effect that occurs because the Earth overtakes Mercury in its orbit, will last until August 1, and invites us to review the way we communicatewe express ourselves, and how we manage our personal brilliance without falling into drama or exaggeration.

So, If today you want to look at the stars or the Moona plan that can be irresistible on these summer nights and even more so if you are on vacation in a place without light pollution, make it a small conscious ritual: Breathe, observe yourself, review those Aries impulses that sometimes lead you to act without thinking.

Moon today, Friday, July 18, 2025

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• Today’s moon phase: last quarter
• What time does the Moon rise today? 01:16 (Madrid)
• At what time does the Moon set?: 15:31 (Madrid)
• Lightning: 51.2%-39.8%
• Moon age: 22-23.1 days
• Orbit: Upward
• Constellation: Pisces-Aries
• Astrological sign: Aries-Taurus

How the Moon influences you in the waning quarter today, Friday

The Moon in the last quarter enters, starting at 10:00, in the sign of Taurus. At the same time, it faces the final stretch of his rise in its orbital motion. The outlook, routines and tasks that we detail below are aligned with this moment of the lunar cycle, so that if you take them into account during the day you will feel that everything is easier and more bearable.

Less hurry, less doing to do and more meaning

Today the Moon in the last quarter in Aries reminds us that it is not necessary to go 1,000 miles per hour all the time. Aries, with its energy of fire and action, invites us to slow down, take a breath and connect with our most authentic impulse, but from calmness.

It’s a time to stop a little, review which urgencies or rushes are really worth it and which ones are only exhaustingthey wear out and steal energy.

Mercury retrograde starting today

Besides, Mercury will begin to retrograde from early in the day, and will be in retro until August 1. This reinforces the need to review and adjust how we communicate, both with other people and with ourselves, so that our words come from an authentic place and not just from the impulse or desire to stand out and show off. During this review cycle that Mercury gives us, Ask yourself: am I really communicating what I feel? Am I listening to my own rhythm? Am I consistent with my self-expression or do I fall into drama?

ask yourself What do you want to continue feeding in your life? with coherence and clarity. Aries drives you, Mercury retrograde makes you review, and the waning Moon teaches you to let go.

The wellness routines most favored by this lunar phase

• Today’s Moon makes it a great day to do a fast or an internal cleanseaccompanied by infusions that help eliminate toxins through the kidneys, such as horsetail or artichoke.
• It is also ideal for taking care of your skin with a body exfoliation that removes dead cells accumulated. Dry brushing is a highly recommended option: it cleans the skin well, restores its natural shine, improves lymphatic circulation and helps prevent fluid retention. Just what your body needs with the energy of Moon focused on detoxification.
• If you feel like give yourself a culinary treatToday is the day to try something new and enjoy a different and special meal.
• If you need to shaveit’s a good time to do it
• It is not the best time to apply mud, vegetable dyes or hennas at home, since the hair pigmentation will not be the best during this lunar phase. Instead, you can apply detox hair masks that eliminate toxins and waste from your hair.
• This lunar phase also invites you to rest, so take things easy, enjoy the small moments and connect with nature. If you can, get some sun, walk barefoot on the grass and feel the earth under your feet. It is a good time to return to yourself, to root yourself to the earth and to life, taking care of your roots, what sustains you!
• To close the day, treat yourself to a relaxing neck and jaw massage or let yourself be pampered by someone who does it for you. Your body and mind will thank you!

What to prioritize at home

• Open doors and windows so that fresh air circulates freely and renews the energy of your home, creating a lighter and clearer environment.
• During this week of the waning Moon, it is especially favorable to dedicate time to a thoroughly clean and reorganize spacessince this lunar phase enhances purification, liberation and letting go of what no longer has a place in your life.
• In today’s household chores, focus on review and organize your pantry and refrigerator. Check its status and expiration date.
• Wash and clean These are tasks that will be easier for you today and you will need less product to do them.
• Beautify the space with a beautiful bunch of flowers.
• Take advantage of the energy of the waning Moon if you need packaging your fermented drinks homemade, such as kombucha, kvass or mead.

The best care for the orchard and garden

Following the 2025 lunar calendar of biodynamic agriculture, the Moon in its last quarter today is transiting the constellation of Aries from 10:00, so the energy that governs and determines today’s recommendations is an energy of fire and fruit.

• The lunar influence of the day favors the tasks of removal of «weeds» and other perennial adventitious plants that have grown spontaneously around your plants and crops.
• As far as possible, Avoid watering your plants and, if it is not possible, moderate the watering a lot. to prevent excess water from favoring the appearance of pests.
• Late in the day is a fantastic time to apply fungicides to your cropsgarden, balcony and indoor plants and thus avoid possible cryptogamic diseases. You can make your own homemade fungicides with natural ingredients that you probably already have at home.
• If you need collect to store in the pantryToday is a good day to do it. Give priority to seasonal fruits, vegetables and vegetables such as cucumbers, melon, watermelon, tomatoes, broad beans and beans, among others.

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