The astrological moon sign is one of the most important considerations in horoscope matching for marriage and other kinds of relationships. The moon rules your emotional nature. Neglecting the needs of the moon sign is a sure way to create stress, misery and even illness.
When two persons have compatible moon signs, their emotional needs are similar.
It much easier to relax together because they look for the same types of experiences to soothe themselves. Domestic life benefits a great deal from compatible moon signs.
If you and your partner have incompatible moon signs, all is not lost. You just need to recognize what each partner’s emotional needs are, understand them and make sure you both get what you need.
Mon in water signs Cancer, Scorpio and Pisces absorbs emotional currentsfrom their surroundings. They are very sensitive to other people’s moods and thoughts, as well as their own. Because of this, people with the moon in water signs need lots of comfort and reassurance from their partners. They need to be away from negativity, and sometimes they need time alone (especially moon in Pisces). These, more than the other signs, need emotionally demonstrative mates.
Moon in earth signs Capricorn, Taurus and Virgo thrives on habit, and security. People born with the moon in Taurus are attached to routine and possessions; Virgo to bringing order to their lives; Capricorn in taking charge and responsibility. Moon in these signs need to be in control of their surroundings to feel secure. Others can turn to them for calm during a storm. They do not explode with emotions as other signs might, and to others they may appear cool and even aloof. If you have a partner with a moon in one of the above signs, you need to show you are dependable just as they are.
Moon in air signs Libra, Aquarius and Gemini are social and intellectual. It is comforting for a moon in Gemini to communicate thoughts in speech or writing; for Aquarius to be objective and independent; for Libra to be diplomatic and caring. The moon in air signs is good at articulating its emotions. If you have a moon in air sign partner, you need to give your partner an outlet to express their ideas and opinions. It is also vital for them to see two sides (or more) of every story.
Moon in fire sign and moon in earth sign: The fiery sign partner comes across as hyperactive to the earthy person, while the former may perceive the latter as unresponsive or even lazy. The earth sign person has to learn to show appreciation for the fiery person, while also sharing their excitement and love of new experiences. The fiery person must show they are dependable and reliable.
Moon in fire sign and moon in air sign: These two are more compatible. The fiery sign person can learn to be more objective and diplomatic from the air sign partner. On the other hand, the air sign partner learns to be more focused, decisive and assertive from their partner. There are many activities they can share that meets both partners’ needs.
Moon in fire sign and moon in fire sign. There is plenty of positive emotional activity here. Both partners need to take care that they do not get carried away. For example, when making plans they must make sure they do not overlook the tiny details.
Moon in water sign and moon in earth sign: This is a good match. The water sign person can turn to the earth sign for emotional stability. The earth sign person, in turn, benefits from the water sign’s emotional energies. Both partners can be introverted and reserved. They need to be careful not to be too negative, worrisome or self-indulgent.
Moon in water sign and moon in air sign: The air sign person has to work to appreciate the water person’s emotional depth and intensity, while the water sign has to learn to be objective. Both persons share strong intuition and sensitivity to others. Open and honest communication will help them with high emotion levels.
Moon in water sign and moon in water sign: This is usually very good. Obviously both partners share the same intuition, psychic ability and sensitivity of the water element. Emotional nourishment is not lacking here. If anything, the partners need to be careful not to get carried away by their feelings.
Moon in earth sign and moon in air sign: These are incompatible because their emotional needs and habits are totally different. The air sign person must respect the earth person’s need for quiet and familiar surroundings; the earth person must learn to be responsive so their partner does not get bored or feel ignored.
Moon in earth sign and moon in earth sign: There is much agreement here. Both partners are emotionally self-controlled, dependable and loyal. Neither of them is impulsive; their actions are carefully planned. It takes a lot of prodding to get them going. If there is anything lacking, it is probably sparks and some initiative.
Moon in air sign and moon in air sign: Like other same-element matches, this one creates domestic harmony. Both partners like to articulate their feelings. Mental and verbal activity is relaxing to them. There is danger of emotional detachment.
Significance of Moon Signs
The moon sign shows your emotional needs, instinctive responses, and the types of experiences you need to feel comfortable and nourished. When the needs of the moon sign are constantly ignored, the native may develop negativity, loneliness and lack of self-confidence.When two persons have compatible moon signs, their emotional needs are similar.
It much easier to relax together because they look for the same types of experiences to soothe themselves. Domestic life benefits a great deal from compatible moon signs.
If you and your partner have incompatible moon signs, all is not lost. You just need to recognize what each partner’s emotional needs are, understand them and make sure you both get what you need.
Moon through the Zodiac Signs
Moon in fire signs Aries, Leo and Sagittarius needs freedom and activity to feel nourished and comforted. Moon in Aries finds comfort in feeling independent; moon in Leo in getting attention and moon in Sagittarius in mental and physical adventure. To other people, such ideas of relaxation would seem anything but, yet those with the moon in a fire sign thrive in these things.Mon in water signs Cancer, Scorpio and Pisces absorbs emotional currentsfrom their surroundings. They are very sensitive to other people’s moods and thoughts, as well as their own. Because of this, people with the moon in water signs need lots of comfort and reassurance from their partners. They need to be away from negativity, and sometimes they need time alone (especially moon in Pisces). These, more than the other signs, need emotionally demonstrative mates.
Moon in earth signs Capricorn, Taurus and Virgo thrives on habit, and security. People born with the moon in Taurus are attached to routine and possessions; Virgo to bringing order to their lives; Capricorn in taking charge and responsibility. Moon in these signs need to be in control of their surroundings to feel secure. Others can turn to them for calm during a storm. They do not explode with emotions as other signs might, and to others they may appear cool and even aloof. If you have a partner with a moon in one of the above signs, you need to show you are dependable just as they are.
Moon in air signs Libra, Aquarius and Gemini are social and intellectual. It is comforting for a moon in Gemini to communicate thoughts in speech or writing; for Aquarius to be objective and independent; for Libra to be diplomatic and caring. The moon in air signs is good at articulating its emotions. If you have a moon in air sign partner, you need to give your partner an outlet to express their ideas and opinions. It is also vital for them to see two sides (or more) of every story.
Moon Sign Compatibility
Moon in fire sign and moon in water sign: The fire sign person has to make sure they give the water sign person the nurturing and attention the latter needs, and also time alone. The fire sign person has to slow down and let the water sign person enjoy the moment more. On the other hand, the water sign person must learn to take swift action when needed, while giving their partner freedom to be themselves.Moon in fire sign and moon in earth sign: The fiery sign partner comes across as hyperactive to the earthy person, while the former may perceive the latter as unresponsive or even lazy. The earth sign person has to learn to show appreciation for the fiery person, while also sharing their excitement and love of new experiences. The fiery person must show they are dependable and reliable.
Moon in fire sign and moon in air sign: These two are more compatible. The fiery sign person can learn to be more objective and diplomatic from the air sign partner. On the other hand, the air sign partner learns to be more focused, decisive and assertive from their partner. There are many activities they can share that meets both partners’ needs.
Moon in fire sign and moon in fire sign. There is plenty of positive emotional activity here. Both partners need to take care that they do not get carried away. For example, when making plans they must make sure they do not overlook the tiny details.
Moon in water sign and moon in earth sign: This is a good match. The water sign person can turn to the earth sign for emotional stability. The earth sign person, in turn, benefits from the water sign’s emotional energies. Both partners can be introverted and reserved. They need to be careful not to be too negative, worrisome or self-indulgent.
Moon in water sign and moon in air sign: The air sign person has to work to appreciate the water person’s emotional depth and intensity, while the water sign has to learn to be objective. Both persons share strong intuition and sensitivity to others. Open and honest communication will help them with high emotion levels.
Moon in water sign and moon in water sign: This is usually very good. Obviously both partners share the same intuition, psychic ability and sensitivity of the water element. Emotional nourishment is not lacking here. If anything, the partners need to be careful not to get carried away by their feelings.
Moon in earth sign and moon in air sign: These are incompatible because their emotional needs and habits are totally different. The air sign person must respect the earth person’s need for quiet and familiar surroundings; the earth person must learn to be responsive so their partner does not get bored or feel ignored.
Moon in earth sign and moon in earth sign: There is much agreement here. Both partners are emotionally self-controlled, dependable and loyal. Neither of them is impulsive; their actions are carefully planned. It takes a lot of prodding to get them going. If there is anything lacking, it is probably sparks and some initiative.
Moon in air sign and moon in air sign: Like other same-element matches, this one creates domestic harmony. Both partners like to articulate their feelings. Mental and verbal activity is relaxing to them. There is danger of emotional detachment.