February's Full Snow Moon Will Disrupt Your Love Life

Out of all the phases of the lunar cycle, full moons are the energetic high point of the moon's monthly journey through the zodiac, taking place right smack in the middle of the lunar cycle. These lunations are known to have a profound effect on the way we feel, act, and even sleep.

So when is the next full moon? The February 2023 Full Snow Moon arrives on Feb. 5 in bravehearted Leo. According to the Farmer’s Almanac, this lunation earned its moniker because it falls during what’s the snowiest part of the winter in most of the United States.

During the February Full Snow Moon, your ego will be stroked by Leo’s vibrance. The fun-loving fire sign brings out our inner child and reminds us not to take life seriously. That’s a good thing, because the collective will definitely need to embrace these playful vibes as the love planet Venus, stationed in romantic Pisces, squares off with sensual Mars in Gemini. The result? Your relationships might feel tense, though your libido will intensify. You can manage this energy by indulging in your passions and creative hobbies. The full moon in artistic Leo will be a powerful guide.

Because full moons take place when the moon forms an opposition aspect to the Sun, they almost always occur in the sign opposite on the zodiac wheel to whatever sign the Sun in currently in. For instance, the full moon of Leo season will be in Aquarius, while the full moon of Virgo season will be in Pisces. The tension between these two opposing planets is what shakes things up and amplifies our feelings during this time.

Read on to find out how full moons affect all zodiac signs during each lunar cycle, as well as the dates of every full moon to come in 2023.

Full Moons Can Keep You Up At Night

The lunar energy is believed to be at a high point during a full moon, which can subsequently cause us to feel more energized. Research has shown that people may take longer to fall asleep, sleep fewer hours, and sleep less deeply during a full moon — and once you do fall asleep, you may be more likely to have intense dreams or nightmares.

You'll Be More Emotional During Full Moons

The moon in astrology is the planet that rules over our emotions, feelings, and vulnerabilities — so when it's at its energetic peak (and forming a tension-filled opposition aspect to the Sun), we're more likely to feel our emotions in an intense or tumultuous way. Be wary of falling victim to a tsunami of full moon feelings.

Full Moons Can Make You More Social

While new moons tend to make us feel more introspective and solitary, full moons have the opposite effect. During these periods, we're more likely to focus our energy on relationships and interpersonal issues. It's hard-wired in humans to take advantage of the extra light during the night of a full moon, and that can make some people feel more social.

Prepare To Feel Illuminated During Full Moons

Full moons illuminate the sky with their bright, bold appearance — but astrologically, they're believed to illuminate our minds, too. Prepare for information, ideas, and feelings to come bubbling up to the surface under the light of the full moon, and use it as a chance to put faith in your intuition.

Full Moons Can Help You Break Bad Habits

After the moon reaches peak fullness, it begins the process of waning, or getting smaller each day until the end of the lunar cycle when the moon is new again. We can harness this release of energy by using the full moon as a chance to let go of things — commit to breaking a bad habit, leaving a toxic friendship, or otherwise releasing what's no longer serving you.

Upcoming Full Moon Dates

Now that you know what kind of energy full moons bring, check out the dates of the upcoming full moons that will blossom through 2023:

• The March 2023 full moon will be on March 7.
• The April 2023 full moon will be on April 6.
• The May 2023 full moon will be on May 5.
• The June 2023 full moon will be on June 3.
• The July 2023 full moon will be on July 3.
• The August 2023 full moons will be on Aug. 1. and Aug. 30.
• The September 2023 full moon will be on Sept. 29.
• The October 2023 full moon will be on Oct. 28.
• The November 2023 full moon will be on Nov. 27.
• The December 2023 full moon will be on Dec. 26.