112: Rebirth by Moonlight – Astrology & Human Design of the Scorpio Full Moon
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Descend into the depths of the Scorpio Full Moon —an astrological and human design moment that asks us to release what we can no longer control, to surrender what no longer serves and to trust in the darkness: death and rebirth. We explore the energy at play, including that of the “Finger of God” pointing toward the Moon, inviting profound emotional reckoning and soul level redirection. I’ll share what this lunation means through the lens of Human Design’s Energy Assimilation and offer reflections, mindset shifts and journal prompts to help you honour your own inner rebirth. This isn’t about fixing yourself— it’s about letting go so the real you can rise.
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The full moon this month in May 2025 is happening in Scorpio
Hello my love,
How are you feeling in the thick of this full moon, arguably one of the most intense for 2025 if we didn’t already get served that with the ending of the eclipse season. The full moon is on the 12th of May 2025 and 13th of May 2025 here in Australia.
This is not a moon for surface-level insights. It’s a time of depth, transformation and truth telling. Scorpio doesn’t whisper; it pierces. In this episode I’m explore the energies at play, including powerful energetic formations and and the voice of assimilation in Human Design, a voice that reminds us that real clarity arises from the silence after we’ve surrendered control. This is your permission slip to stop trying to fix, rush, or control anything and instead, let the mystery reveal itself to you.
What planets rule Scorpio? Mars and Pluto
It’s the Scorpio full moon. Scorpio is ruled by two planets: Mars and Pluto. Mars is considered the traditional ruler, and Pluto is the modern ruler. Both of these planets explain different layers of Scorpio’s intense and mysterious personality.
Mars, in astrology, is the planet of action, drive, and passion. It’s all about how you go after what you want. Before Pluto was discovered, Mars was the only ruler of Scorpio. While Mars also rules Aries (which is bold and fast), in Scorpio, Mars shows up in a more controlled, focused way. Instead of charging forward like Aries, Scorpio’s Mars is more strategic, emotionally driven, and intense. Think of it like a slow-burning fire — it might look calm on the outside, but it’s powerful underneath.
Then there’s Pluto, which was discovered in the 1930s. Even though it’s a tiny planet (and no longer considered a planet by astronomers), astrologers gave it to Scorpio because its energy matched so well. Pluto is about transformation, power, secrets, and the cycle of death and rebirth — emotionally, spiritually, or even literally. This gives Scorpio its reputation for being deep, mysterious, and a little bit obsessed with what’s under the surface. Pluto’s influence makes Scorpio want to understand the truth behind things, even if it’s dark or uncomfortable.
Death is the beginning for Scorpio transformation
Together, Mars and Pluto explain why Scorpio energy can feel so intense because it’s driven (Mars), and it’s deep and transformative (Pluto). Scorpio doesn’t just want the surface-level version of life. It wants to go all the way down to the core: to understand, to feel, to change, and to rise again stronger.
Scorpio whispers to you that you are not here to stay the same. You are here to shed skin again and again until your essence gleams clean and true beneath the weight of all you’ve outgrown. You are here to walk willingly into the fire, not because you enjoy the burn, but because you know the ashes will teach you how to rise.
Let the identity that no longer fits dissolve.
Let the fear of being too much or too deep fall away.
Let the past version of you be honoured and buried.
Sometimes death is the beginning not the kind that ends life, but the kind that ends the pretending. The kind that clears the noise, the masks, the outdated roles. In the stillness that follows, you don’t need to rush to rebuild. Just breathe. Notice what remains. What’s true will stay. What’s real will rise. This is the quiet power of rebirth: not in becoming something new, but in remembering what’s always been beneath it all.
The Scorpio Full Moon is asking you to confront and face things head on
Energetically, Scorpio is about facing the shadows, confronting what’s hidden, and diving into the depths of our own psyche. The Full Moon in Scorpio brings to light what has been suppressed or avoided, urging us to release the emotional baggage, attachments or illusions we’ve been carrying. Scorpio energy is intensely purging, but also regenerative.
This isn’t about forcing change; it’s about allowing change to unfold through release. The Full Moon’s illumination creates a powerful moment for soul-level growth — it’s nature’s cosmic invitation to let go of what no longer serves us and to rise anew, more authentic and aligned with our truest self.
Scorpio is the Zodiac's seductress
Scorpio is the Zodiac’s seductress and knowing that you don’t need to chase anything — things are drawn to you when you align with your authentic self. Scorpio teaches that true seduction is rooted in self confidence, in the ability to sit in your own power without needing validation. Let go of the idea that you have to prove anything. Let your energy speak for itself. Trust that when you are fully you, the right people and opportunities will naturally gravitate toward you
Under this Full Moon in May, perhaps the greatest act of seduction is to seduce yourself — to fall in love with your own mystery, your own depth, your own complexity. Scorpio energy is about exploring the hidden corners of your soul, uncovering truths that you’ve kept tucked away. It’s not about seeking approval or validation from others; it’s about embracing your own power and allure, even when no one else is watching.
Scorpio Sensuality
Seduction here isn’t about enticing others; it’s about captivating yourself. Slow down and become deeply present with your own energy. Feel the sensuality in your own existence, the way your body moves through the world, the way your thoughts and dreams intertwine. There’s a quiet allure in honouring your inner world — an invitation to fall in love with your own essence. It’s about creating a connection with yourself so deep, so unshakeable, that nothing and no one can disturb your peace.
Let go of control with the Scorpio Full Moon
Something else that strongly comes through when I channel the energy of this full moon is the invitation to release the tight grip you have on control. Do you not trust life and the universe, it’s infinite wisdom and intelligence that it created us and life perfectly?
The more you try to control the outcomes, the more you distance yourself from the flow of life.
Scorpio teaches us that surrender isn’t a sign of weakness, but of profound strength. It is in the act of letting go that you make room for true transformation. Trust that life is unfolding in a way that you cannot yet see, but will soon understand. Your attachment to how things “should” be is the very thing that blocks your growth.
Relinquish the need for certainty. Life’s most significant moments often arrive unexpectedly, and they demand your ability to trust in the process. Releasing control doesn’t mean you’re passive — it’s about being active in your trust, fully embracing the ebb and flow of life’s changes. When you trust the process, you align with the natural rhythm of the universe, and things unfold as they should. Remember, you are not in control of every situation, but you are always in control of how you respond and right now, the most powerful response is to let go.
Scorpio and the Underworld
Not only does Scorpio seduce it rules the underworld a space not of darkness and fear but of deep transformation. The underworld represents the parts of ourselves that we often bury, the emotions and experiences that we hide from the surface, fearing they might overwhelm us.
Yet, it is only by descending into this shadowy realm that we can truly know ourselves. Scorpio’s energy urges you to face the unconscious, to uncover the parts of your psyche that are waiting to be seen and healed. In the underworld, there are no pretences, no facades. What is real is revealed, and what is no longer necessary can be shed.
This Scorpio Full Moon encourages you to look into your own underworld — to confront the things you’ve been avoiding. It’s not about casting judgment on these hidden parts of yourself; it’s about understanding them, accepting them, and integrating them into your conscious being. The underworld isn’t a place of punishment or fear but of profound healing. It’s where you face your wounds, your regrets, your deep seated fears, and transform them.
May you see the darkness as treasures. Maybe you fear the dark because you don’t know it. Because you haven’t spent time with it. You don’t understand it yet.
Uranus opposes the Moon - Scorpio Full Moon
Do keep in mind this current Scorpio Full Moon is opposing Uranus, it brings a time of unexpected emotional shifts and surprises. When these two energies are in opposition, it can feel like emotions are being shaken up out of nowhere, and things you thought were stable can suddenly become unpredictable.
During this time, you might experience emotional breakthroughs or even some emotional turbulence. You could find yourself reacting in ways that are out of character, or new insights might emerge that challenge your previous understanding of yourself or situations around you.
This is a time where old emotional patterns might be disrupted, and this disruption can feel jarring, but it also offers an opportunity for growth. It’s like the universe is pushing you to release what’s no longer serving you and embrace a more authentic version of yourself.
This opposition can also bring sudden changes in your personal life or your emotional state, catching you off guard. You may feel the urge to break free from old attachments or situations that no longer feel true to who you are. While it might be uncomfortable, this unexpected energy is often necessary for your personal evolution. Instead of resisting it, try to lean into the change and allow the unexpected moments to teach you something new about yourself and your emotional world.
Finger of God - Scorpio Full Moon
Without getting too astrologically technical, the moon is energetically so to speak in the middle of a formation called the finger of God, an astrological alignment is considered significant because it often indicates moments of fated change, pivotal decisions or unexpected shifts (amplified by Uranus). Jupiter in Gemini and Chiron in Aries are forming the other points of this planetary alignment, creating a situation where our emotions (Moon) are being influenced by the tension between two opposing forces: growth and healing.
Jupiter, the planet of expansion, is in Gemini, which speaks to the need to open our minds, gain new perspectives and break free from outdated beliefs that have been holding us back. Meanwhile, Chiron in Aries represents deep emotional wounds, especially those tied to our sense of self and identity. It’s about confronting painful areas within ourselves and finding healing through embracing our vulnerability and courage.
Reckoning this Scorpio Full Moon May 2025
Thus the word coming through is reckoning. This reckoning when I see it visually shown to me is also like a storm passing through a dense forest. At first, the winds howl and shake the trees, uprooting old branches, leaving the forest feeling raw and exposed. However once the storm clears, the trees stand taller, the air is fresher, and the forest is ready for new growth.
In practical terms, reckoning means taking inventory. What are you still carrying that isn’t yours? Where are you forcing things out of fear, rather than allowing space for truth to emerge? This is the work: naming the avoidance, tracking your reactions, feeling what you’ve been numbing, and getting curious instead of defensive. It’s less about “fixing” yourself and more about finally facing yourself. Journaling, coaching, embodied practices, solitude — these aren’t fluffy spiritual tasks, they’re the tools that help you hold the mirror steady when your old identities begin to unravel.
Entering the void this Scorpio Full Moon May 2025
And then there’s the part no one likes to talk about: the in-between. After the storm, before the new shoots. The void. Reckoning doesn’t always come with a roadmap. You might not know exactly who you’re becoming yet and that’s the whole point. The invitation is to stay present in the not-knowing without rushing to fill the space. Because in that space, real transformation begins. You rebuild with intention. You start listening differently. You choose differently. And you stop living on autopilot. That’s when the reckoning becomes a rebirth. Quiet, raw, real.
Human Design energy Scorpio Full Moon May 2025
From a human design perspective the energy of this Scorpio Full Moon in May 2025 is assimilation, the voice within you that says “I know.” This knowing isn’t intellectual or forced —it’s organic, intuitive, and often arrives in moments of stillness or solitude. This is the energy of Simplification.
It takes complex inner truths and distills them into something clear and concise, something others can actually understand. Under a Scorpio Full Moon where emotions run deep and subconscious material rises to the surface, this collective energy can act like a translator for your soul. It helps you name or perhaps label what’s been hidden in the shadows. It doesn’t come from rushing or performing; it comes from trusting your internal timing and allowing clarity to form naturally.
When you’re in the shadow of this human design energy, you might feel misunderstood, pressured to explain yourself, or frustrated because your insights don’t seem to land. You might overtalk, overexplain or try to make something palatable when it’s simply not ready to be shared. Under this moon, notice where you’re trying to force insight instead of letting it emerge. Scorpio teaches us to sit with the discomfort, the unknown, the silence and this human design energy of assimilation echoes this by reminding you that true wisdom doesn’t always come with words right away. Part of the Scorpio initiation is learning to hold power without needing immediate validation.
Question: Why does it feel so intense? Like emotionally but also somehow calming. Confused
Answer: Because your soul already knows — it’s moved ahead, it’s aligned, it’s clear. But your human self is still catching up. That emotional intensity is the space between what you know deep down and what you’re still learning to live out loud. It’s the aftershock of a shift that’s already happened energetically, even if it hasn’t fully landed in your day-to-day yet.
After big transitions or rebirths, we often rush to do the next thing but integration takes time. Your nervous system, your heart, your habits they all need a moment to adjust to who you’re becoming. So yes, it feels intense and calm, because something has ended and something new has begun. You’re not lost, you’re actually landing.
Question: Trying to decide on what action to take, a few options opened up to me.
Answer what if the most potent action isn’t doing more, but letting go? The full moon has a way of illuminating what’s been hidden, showing us where we’re out of alignment, even if we’ve been trying to push through. It’s not just a time for momentum — it’s a mirror.
Letting go is its own kind of action: one rooted in trust, not fear. And from that space of release, the next aligned choice will often rise on its own, quiet and clear.
The second thing I feel coming through is that making a decision under a full moon isn’t about forcing clarity… it’s about noticing what keeps pulling at you. The full moon brings everything to the surface, including the things you keep circling back to. Instead of asking yourself what you should do, ask yourself: where is my energy naturally flowing? What choices or desires keep returning, even when I try to ignore them?
Sometimes, what we label as confusion is really just a fear of trusting what we already know. Full moons can reveal patterns: the way we loop, delay or stay stuck but they also offer insight into what’s been quietly consistent beneath the chaos. If something keeps resurfacing, it’s worth asking why. Is it calling you forward, or is it a lesson you’re finally ready to close?
Clarity under a full moon often comes not from control, but from paying attention to your own energetic patterns and trusting that the repetition is speaking to something deeper.
After big transitions or rebirths, we often rush to do the next thing but integration takes time. Your nervous system, your heart, your habits they all need a moment to adjust to who you’re becoming. So yes, it feels intense and calm, because something has ended and something new has begun. You’re not lost, you’re actually landing.
Question: How do I make the most of this current energy of the Scorpio Full Moon?
I’m glad you asked! A great segway to some journal prompts for food thought under this full moon (most potent in the lead up to, day of and 3 days after the full moon). I’m keeping it succinct with 5 but they’re pretty deep!
What part of yourself have you been hiding from the world, and why are you so afraid to show it? What would happen if you stopped hiding and allowed that part to be seen?
If you could meet your deepest fear in the underworld, what would it look like? What wisdom or strength could you gain from this encounter?
When was the last time you experienced a rebirth in your life? What did you have to let go of in order for that transformation to take place? How can you invite more moments of transformation?
What do you fear most about change and transformation? How does your resistance to change hold you back from stepping into your next level of growth?
What is the greatest illusion you’ve been living under about yourself or your life? How would embracing the truth, however uncomfortable, shift your path forward?
So if things feel uncertain right now, if life seems to be asking more questions than it answers—you’re not lost, you’re in process. This Scorpio Full Moon reminds us that before clarity comes the void, and before rebirth comes release. Let the wisdom of your own inner underworld speak. Let the truths that don’t need explanation rise to the surface. Stay tender, stay brave and let whatever is coming up transform you.
Until next time, love & positivity
