SEPTEMBER 2025 BLOOD MOON: WHAT THIS TOTAL LUNAR ECLIPSE MEANS
By Nicole Fuge
There’s something quietly cosmic about the Blood Moon coming our way on September 7 and 8, 2025. This total lunar eclipse, when the moon slips into Earth’s shadow and glows a deep, fiery red, is more than just a beautiful sky show. It’s a moment that invites us, women in particular, to slow down and tune into a cycle that has shaped us for millennia.
So, what exactly is this eclipse, where can you watch it, and why does it matter to our bodies and spirits? Let’s lean in.
What Is a Blood Moon?
A total lunar eclipse happens when the Earth lines up perfectly between the sun and the moon. The moon slips into Earth’s shadow, and for a little while, it’s cloaked in darkness. But instead of disappearing completely, the moon takes on a haunting red glow, the “Blood Moon.”
When and Where Can We See It?
Circle the night of September 7, stretching into early September 8 on your calendar. That’s when this lunar magic unfolds.
This time, the totality will be visible from Australia, Asia, Africa, and Europe, perfect for those who love to watch the night sky and connect with something bigger than ourselves.
Why the Moon Matters So Deeply to Women
For countless generations, the moon has been a quiet companion to women, a mirror for the body’s rhythms and moods.
Our menstrual cycles, roughly 28 days long, dance alongside the moon’s monthly phases. Many women feel it intuitively: energy rising with the waxing moon, emotions deepening in the full glow, a natural winding down as the moon wanes.
This connection is more than folklore. It’s a reminder that we are part of nature’s cycles, not separate from them.
What Does This Blood Moon Mean for Us?
The Blood Moon’s fiery red is a symbol of transformation, endings, and new beginnings. When the moon disappears into shadow, it asks us to pause, to lean into the dark places within ourselves. And then, like the moon, to emerge glowing.
This eclipse is a beautiful invitation to honour our own cycles. To acknowledge the times when we need to retreat, to rest, and to release. To celebrate the power of renewal that follows.
This September, the Blood Moon asks: What parts of your story are ready to be let go? What parts are ready to be reborn?
A Gentle Ritual for the Blood Moon
You don’t have to be an expert stargazer or a seasoned ritualist to connect with this lunar moment. Here’s a simple way to mark the Blood Moon, wherever you are:
Pause and reflect: Write a few lines about what you want to release and what you want to invite in.
Create space for rest: Maybe a warm bath, a quiet moment with a cup of tea, or just some gentle stretching.
Visualise renewal: Imagine the moon’s soft red light washing over you, clearing away the old and filling you with calm.
Reach out: Connect with a friend or a circle of women and share your reflections, sometimes spoken words deepen the magic.
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