The Aries Full Supermoon Is Asking You to Choose Yourself: A Mental Health Guide for the Harvest Moon
The full moon rose last night—October 6th, 2025—and if you've been feeling restless, impulsive, or like something inside you is ready to ignite, you're not imagining things.
This full moon falls in Aries, the first sign of the zodiac, and it's bringing what astrologers are calling "spicy" energy—emotional flareups, surprising decisions, and people pushing our limits. It's also the first supermoon of 2025, meaning the moon is closer to Earth and its energy feels even more amplified.
For those of us who are highly sensitive, empathic, or already navigating anxiety and depression, this lunar intensity can feel overwhelming. But it doesn't have to be. When we understand what this moon is asking of us and meet it with intentional practices, we can work with its fire rather than being burned by it.
As a Creative Arts Therapist working with highly sensitive people in Brooklyn and throughout New York State, I want to offer you a grounded, embodied way to move through this powerful lunar portal—one that honors both your mental health and your spiritual awareness.
What This Aries Full Moon Means for Your Mental Health
Aries is the warrior, the pioneer, the part of you that knows what you want and isn't afraid to go after it. It's deeply attuned to that inner spark, that divine impulse that speaks through your inner fires—the excitement, passion, and influx of energy when you've touched into your true direction.
But here's what happens when this fierce, forward-moving energy meets a full moon (which is all about release, culmination, and letting go): we're asked to take courageous action and simultaneously release what's holding us back.
For your mental health, this can show up as:
A sudden clarity about what you can't tolerate anymore
Maybe it's a relationship dynamic that's been draining you. Maybe it's your own self-criticism. Maybe it's saying yes when you mean no, or staying small when you're meant to take up space. This moon is asking: What has served its time? What emotional patterns are you holding onto that no longer support your highest growth?
Impulsivity that might actually be intuition
Aries brings a sense of urgency, a feeling that something needs to happen NOW, and that urgency cuts through the fog of indecision and procrastination. But for anxious people, this can be confusing—is this my intuition telling me to act, or is it anxiety pushing me to react?
Anger rising to the surface
If you've been suppressing anger—especially the righteous kind that says "I deserve better than this"—it's likely coming up now. For highly sensitive people who were taught that anger isn't "spiritual" or "nice," this can feel scary. But your anger is information. It's showing you where your boundaries have been crossed.
Restlessness and creative fire
You might feel like you can't sit still, like something needs to be expressed, created, or changed. This is your life force energy waking up and demanding to be used.
Relationships feeling tense
This full moon spotlights the push-pull between independence and partnership, self-sufficiency and collaboration, courage and diplomacy. If you've been over-accommodating or losing yourself in relationships, this moon will make it very clear.
The Mental Health Challenge (And Gift) of This Moon
Here's the tricky part for those of us working on our mental health: Aries energy wants you to act decisively and trust yourself completely. But if you're healing from trauma, managing anxiety, or working through patterns of self-doubt, trusting yourself might be the hardest thing in the world.
You might be asking:
Is this impulse my intuition or my anxiety?
Am I being selfish if I choose myself?
What if I make the wrong decision?
What if my anger is too much?
This is where the gift lives: This moon reminds us that courage is not only about bold leaps forward, but also about the willingness to meet ourselves honestly, to let go of what weighs us down, and to choose alignment with what truly matters.
The practice isn't about getting it perfect. It's about being willing to choose yourself—even imperfectly, even messily, even when it scares you.
Somatic Practices for the Aries Full Moon
Because Aries rules the head and is a fire sign associated with action and the physical body, this moon responds especially well to embodied, somatic practices. Your mental health work during this time is best done through your body, not just in your head.
Move the Fire
If you're feeling restless, anxious, or activated, your nervous system needs to discharge that energy. Aries doesn't want you to sit still and meditate—it wants you to MOVE.
Try:
Vigorous movement: Dance, run, shake, jump. Put on music that matches the intensity you're feeling and let your body release it.
Somatic shaking: Stand with knees slightly bent and literally shake your whole body for 5-10 minutes. This discharges built-up nervous system activation.
Anger release work: If safe to do so, hit pillows, tear paper, or engage in any physical action that lets your anger move through and OUT of your body.
The goal isn't to "calm down"—it's to complete the stress cycle, to let your body express what wants to be expressed.
Ground the Impulse
Once you've moved the energy, you need to ground. Otherwise, Aries fire can become scattered, impulsive, or overwhelming.
Try:
Barefoot contact with earth: If possible, stand on grass, dirt, or sand. Feel your feet connecting with the ground.
Weighted support: Lie under a heavy blanket, hold a heavy pillow against your chest, or press your back against a wall.
Slow, deliberate movement: After vigorous exercise, transition to slow, intentional stretches. This helps your nervous system shift from activation to regulation.
Work with Your Hands
Aries is about doing, and creative expression through your hands can channel this energy productively while supporting your mental health.
Art Therapy Ritual: Claiming Your Fire
This practice is designed specifically for this Aries full moon. It combines art-making, somatic awareness, and intention-setting to help you work with the moon's energy rather than being overwhelmed by it.
You'll need:
Paper (any kind)
Red, orange, or yellow drawing materials (markers, crayons, paint, colored pencils)
Optional: a candle and something to write on that you can safely burn
The Practice:
Part 1: Releasing What Dims Your Fire
First, we honor the full moon's releasing energy.
Place your non-dominant hand on your heart. Take three deep breaths and ask yourself: What am I ready to release that's been keeping me small, scared, or stuck?
Notice what comes up. It might be:
A belief about yourself ("I'm too much," "I'm not enough," "I'm selfish if I choose myself")
A relationship pattern (people-pleasing, over-giving, losing yourself)
An old story about who you're supposed to be
Fear that's been running your life
Write this down. Be specific. Be honest.
If you have a way to safely burn what you wrote, do so. If not, tear it into tiny pieces and discard it with intention. As you release it, say out loud or silently: "I release this with compassion for the part of me that needed it once. It's served its time."
Part 2: Igniting Your Inner Fire
Now we work with Aries' initiating, courageous energy.
Take your red, orange, or yellow materials. Without thinking too much, create an image of YOUR fire. What does your life force look like? What shape does your courage take? What color is your authentic self?
This isn't about making "good art"—it's about externalizing your inner spark, the part of you that knows what you want and isn't afraid to claim it.
As you create, notice:
Where do you feel energy in your body?
What happens to your breath?
What emotions arise?
Let the image be bold, messy, imperfect. Aries doesn't care about perfection—it cares about ALIVE.
Part 3: Making the Courageous Choice
Look at your image. Feel into the energy of it. Now ask yourself: If this fire could speak, what would it tell me to do? What courageous action is it calling me toward?
This might be:
Finally scheduling that therapy session you've been putting off
Having a difficult conversation you've been avoiding
Setting a boundary you've been too scared to set
Starting the creative project that terrifies you
Saying no to something that drains you
Saying yes to something that excites you
Taking up more space instead of shrinking
Write down ONE concrete action you can take in the next 72 hours (while the moon is still full) that aligns with this fire.
Make it small enough to be achievable but significant enough to feel brave.
Part 4: Commitment and Gratitude
Place your hand on your image. Speak your commitment out loud: "I choose to honor my fire. I choose to [specific action]. I choose myself."
Thank this fierce, courageous part of you. Thank Aries for the reminder that you're allowed to want things, to take action, to choose yourself.
Keep your image somewhere you'll see it as a reminder of your commitment.
Working with Aries Energy in Therapy
If you're currently in therapy or considering starting, this full moon is a powerful time to:
Address anger work
If you've been suppressing anger or taught that anger isn't acceptable, now is the time to explore it with your therapist. Anger is a healthy emotion that tells you when boundaries have been crossed. Learning to work with it (not suppress it or act it out, but actually work with it) is crucial mental health work.
Practice choosing yourself
Bring situations to therapy where you struggle to advocate for yourself, set boundaries, or prioritize your needs. Use therapy as a safe space to practice courageous communication before you do it in the world.
Explore the "selfish" wound
Many sensitive, empathic people carry deep wounds around being "selfish." Aries energy asks you to reclaim healthy selfishness—the kind that says "my needs matter too." This is powerful therapeutic work.
Work with your inner critic
If your inner critic is loud right now (telling you you're doing it wrong, you're too much, you should just stay quiet), somatic parts work or IFS therapy can help you understand and soften this protective part.
EMDR for old stories
If you're noticing old stories coming up about who you're allowed to be, EMDR can help process and release those outdated beliefs so you can step into this newer, braver version of yourself.
For Highly Sensitive People: Protecting Your Energy During This Moon
The intensity of this Aries supermoon can be especially overwhelming for HSPs. Here's how to work with it without burning out:
Honor your need for alone time
Even as this moon asks you to be bold, you're still a sensitive person who needs time to process. Don't let the fire energy push you into social situations or commitments that will deplete you.
Discern between your energy and others'
If you're empathic, you might be picking up on collective restlessness and intensity. Practice energetic boundaries: "This feeling isn't mine. I release it with love."
Use water to balance fire
Take baths, drink lots of water, stand in the rain if possible. Water elements help sensitive nervous systems regulate when fire energy is high.
Give yourself permission to go slower
Just because Aries wants to act NOW doesn't mean you have to. Your pace is valid. Your timing is sacred. Act when you're ready, not when you feel pressured.
The Shadow Side: What to Watch For
Every moon has a shadow side—ways its energy can express unconsciously or destructively. For this Aries full moon, watch for:
Impulsive reactions you'll regret
There's a difference between decisive action and reactive impulse. If you feel the urge to quit your job, end a relationship, or send that angry text, give it 24 hours. If it still feels true, then consider it.
Picking fights or being combative
Aries energy can be aggressive when unintegrated. Notice if you're looking for conflict or pushing people away as a defense mechanism.
Spiritual bypassing
Using "I'm just honoring my fire!" as an excuse to avoid responsibility, hurt others, or act selfishly without regard for consequences.
Burnout from overdoing
Aries wants to DO ALL THE THINGS NOW. But you still need rest. Don't let this moon push you into exhaustion.
When This Moon Feels Like Too Much
If the intensity of this moon is triggering anxiety, panic, or feeling emotionally flooded:
Name it: "I'm feeling activated by intense lunar energy. This is temporary."
Resource yourself: What helps you feel safe? Do that thing. (Weighted blanket, comforting tea, calling a friend, petting your cat—whatever works.)
Slow your exhale: Breathe in for 4, out for 6. The longer exhale signals safety to your nervous system.
Get support: This is what therapists are for. If you're in therapy, reach out. If you're not, consider whether now is the time to start.
The Gift of This Moon: Permission to Want
At its heart, this Aries full supermoon is giving you permission to want things. To want more. To want different. To want yourself—unapologetically, courageously, fiercely.
For highly sensitive people who've spent their lives prioritizing others' needs, who've been told they're too much or not enough, who've learned to make themselves small to feel safe—this permission can feel revolutionary.
You're allowed to:
Choose yourself
Set boundaries
Say no
Want more
Take up space
Be angry
Be selfish (in the healthy way)
Go after what you actually want instead of what you think you should want
This moon is reminding you that you came here with fire in your belly for a reason. Your desires matter. Your needs are valid. Your life force wants to be LIVED, not suppressed.
Moving Forward: Integration Over the Next Two Weeks
The full moon energy lasts about 72 hours at its peak, but its influence continues through the waning moon phase (the two weeks until the next new moon). Use this time to:
Take the courageous action you committed to
Notice what shifts when you choose yourself
Journal about what came up during this moon
Give yourself compassion for the messy, imperfect process of being brave
Work with your therapist on integrating any insights or breakthroughs
Support for Your Journey
Working with lunar cycles as part of your mental health practice isn't about fortune-telling or spiritual bypassing—it's about having more tools for self-understanding, more compassion for your cyclical nature, and more trust in your own timing.
If you're navigating this intense moon and feeling called to explore how art therapy, somatic practices, or depth work can support your journey, I'm here. I specialize in working with highly sensitive, creative, spiritually-minded people who are doing the real work of becoming themselves—courageously, authentically, and on their own terms.
Ready to work with your fire instead of being burned by it? Schedule a free consultation to explore art therapy and somatic healing in Brooklyn or virtually throughout New York State.
The Aries full supermoon peaked on October 6, 2025, but its energy continues through October 9th. May you honor your fire, choose yourself courageously, and trust the timing of your own becoming.
Irene Maropakis, LCAT, is a Creative Arts Therapist in Brooklyn, New York, specializing in somatic art therapy, EMDR, and Jungian depth work for highly sensitive people navigating anxiety, depression, and the journey of becoming themselves. She practices from a queer-affirming, feminist, trauma-informed, spiritually-honoring lens.
