Full Moon in Scorpio 2025
As Taurus season steadies us, the full moon in Scorpio rises with magnetic intensity. This isn’t a time for surface-level reflection—Scorpio dives deep, urging us to confront hidden truths and let go of what no longer serves. With electric Uranian energy and a tense Mercury-Pluto square, shifts and revelations may come fast. It might get messy, but transformation is the reward. Let this moon show you what to release—and what’s ready to rise.
Tension, Truth and Transformation: How to navigate the Scorpio Full Moon
12th May: PDT 09.55 | EDT 12.55 | BST 17.55
As Taurus season unfurls, a full moon in the water sign of Scorpio arrives with dark splendour, electricity at her edges. A sense of alchemy is in the air. What will this mystical full moon reveal to us? Are you ready? Let’s explore her depths together…
This sign of Scorpio is ruled by Mars in ancient astrology and Pluto in modern astrology. As a water sign that likes to explore what lies beneath, Scorpio energy encourages us to embrace every part of ourselves, the light and the shadow, and to fully accept them. Forget the polish of how we present ourselves to the world, only the truth of who we really, at our core, will do.
The deeper, darker waters…
In ancient astrology, the moon is said to be in her ‘fall’ in Scorpio, meaning that she is uncomfortable here. These are not the smooth seas of her natural Cancerian home, but deeper, darker water. There is an opportunity for bold work to be done when the full moon is in Scorpio, calling on our strength to let go of what might be holding us back, so that transformation can take place.
At this full moon Uranian energy is present, so keep an open mind and stay primed for insights and shifts. A square between Pluto and Mercury is also in the mix suggesting the tectonic plates of underlying tensions are moving.
If this resonates for you, remember that Scorpio energy has a pincer-like grip when bringing truth to the surface. The process may be deep and a little messy, but is necessary to help clear and detoxify a path that feels more aligned and authentic. Let the intensity of this moon show you what to shed, and what’s waiting to rise.
Double page spread from Moon Phase Studios 13 Moon Journal.
Ways to honour the full moon in Scorpio:
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Meditate/ take some quiet time: Light a candle, get comfy and focus on the breath. Carve out some time to let yourself just ‘be’ and check in with your emotions.
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Embrace your magickal self: This is a wonderful moon to dive into working with your card decks, astrology, crystals and whatever helps you feel connected to your spiritual side.
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Work with release: If you are ready to let go of old energy to welcome in transformation, make a list of what you’d like to release, gather your trusted circle around a fire pit, and safely burn your release lists under the light of the moon. (You can also do this solo but sharing deep connections under this moon may feel more impactful).
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Self-enquiry: Scorpio energy honours the power of personal transformation. Consider what has transformed in your life since the beginning of 2025. This could be on a physical, mental, emotional or spiritual level. Grab your journal and take your time, you may be surprised at what comes up.
What is being revealed at this full moon?
It’s helpful to pause at a full moon, stand back and look at what is being illuminated. Under this full moon, pay attention to what is coming up for you. Stay open to insights and be true to your feelings. Here are suggested journal prompts to help you delve deeper…
Journal prompts for the Scorpio full moon:
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When and how does my intuition speak to me, and what helps me tune in more clearly?
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What truth have I been hiding from myself or others?
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What is holding me back and how can I work with releasing this?
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What change or changes are building momentum now?
It’s time to connect to your innate magic, my friend. Go gently…
With love and lunar blessings,
Charlotte x
About Charlotte Lauren
Charlotte Lauren is a resident Astrologer for Moon Phase Studios providing regular insights in our newsletter about each New and Full Moon.
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She also provides the astrological data and written content for our Moon Calendars and 13 Moon Journals.
If you want to find out more about how you can attune to the moon you read more on our blog about New and Full Moon’s here.
Alternatively, you can find out more about Charlotte’s work as a Hellenistic Astrologer, via her Charlotte's website.
She weaves astrology with cyclical living to help illuminate a cosmically conscious path for her clients, offering birth chart readings and astro mentoring packages with a holistic approach.
Charlotte also hosts a free Facebook group for women who wish to work with the lunar cycle. You can follow her love of the cosmos on Instagram or Substack.
