Lately, I’ve been getting more and more questions about what the Void of Course Moon actually is – whether you really can’t do anything during these periods, and how to make good use of the time. Since I publish Void of Course Moon calendars myself, I feel all the more responsible for offering some clarification on the topic.
1.What is the Void of Course Moon or the Vacant Moon?
2.Why is the Void of Course Moon considered scary?
3. So, what can you do during a Void of Course Moon?
4. When does it happen?
5. If the Moon is “on course” today, does that mean I can plan any important event?
6. The Void of Course Moon happens so often, there’s no time left to work. What should I do?
7. The longer the Void of Course Moon lasts, the harder it gets?
8. Can my project succeed during a Void of Course Moon?
9. What if something important is scheduled during a Void of Course Moon?
1.What is the Void of Course Moon or the Vacant Moon?
Astrological definition: The Void of Course Moon is the period from the Moon’s last aspect in a zodiac sign until it leaves that sign. If you’re curious about how this time is calculated, you can look into it further here.
This period is also referred to as the time of the Vacant Moon, the Sleeping Moon, or the Wandering Moon. During Void of Course Moon phases, all these terms can be applied to people as well:
- Void of Course = without purpose or guidance, not knowing where to go or how to behave
- Vacant = empty, meaningless, fruitless, without charge or support
- Sleeping = not controlling what’s happening, relaxed, dreaming
- Wandering = in a free, independent drift, not paying attention to others
During a Void of Course Moon, we often:
- choose the wrong direction – both in travel and decision-making
- take actions that do not lead to results
- behave in a scattered and confused manner
- fall into illusions
2.Why is the Void of Course Moon considered scary?
It’s actually not scary at all. It’s just a period that isn’t very convenient for:
- starting, changing, or deciding anything important – things may go off track, turn out differently than expected, or fizzle out completely
- making significant purchases – the item may turn out to be useless for various reasons (it might break, get lost, or simply not be needed)
- asking for help – you might get turned down, receive empty promises, or get something other than what you needed
- trusting new ideas or offers that arise during this time – they might be unpromising, requiring more effort than they’re worth
3. So, what can you do during a Void of Course Moon?
- rest (after all, the Moon is “sleeping”)
- do routine tasks (but if they require attention to detail, double-check)
- everything)
- be extra careful when driving (distraction is a common cause of accidents during this time)
- meditate (the Moon is in free flight)
- create for the sake of joy (doing it for profit is pointless)
- agree to or start something you DO NOT actually want – but be careful here.
Say you tell your wife: “Fine, I’ll mop the floor,” and she absentmindedly gazes out the window and replies, “What a nice weather! While you’re mopping, I’ll walk Buddy.”
And then you’ll end up mopping twice: once while they’re out, and again after Buddy comes running across the clean, wet floor.
4. When does it happen?
The Void of Course Moon can last from just a few seconds to a little over two days, depending on the positioning of the planets in the sky. Information about Void of Course Moon periods is available in any lunar calendar and can easily be found online. Although calculating this time using an astrology program is quite simple, I’ve found that online sources and printed publications often don’t match the actual data — especially traditional tear-off lunar calendars, which tend to be inaccurate.
That’s why on this page, I provide information about Void of Course Moon periods that I’ve calculated myself and that I trust. The times listed on my page are based on Kyiv time. You can convert it to your local time zone as usual (for example, if it’s 08:00 in Kyiv, it’s 07:00 in Paris, 06:00 in London, etc.).
5. If the Moon is “on course” today, does that mean I can plan any important event?
In reality, it’s much more complicated than simply checking whether the Moon is “on course” or “void of course.” You shouldn’t rely on this factor alone when choosing a time for very important matters. Astrology takes many elements into account, and these are often far more significant than the Moon’s course status. Additionally, each of us has a unique birth chart with individual characteristics. So, to choose the right time for truly significant events, one must consider the main astrological indicators in relation to their personal horoscope—and only then check the Void of Course Moon calendar for confirmation.
6.The Void of Course Moon happens so often, there’s no time left to work. What should I do?
Void of Course Moon periods really do occur quite frequently, and sometimes they last a long time—but this is a natural process. As civilization has progressed, we’ve drifted away from natural rhythms. Human-made schedules and routines often prevent us from sensing the best timing for actions. In reality, it’s not that hard to return to a more natural rhythm. It just takes a bit more awareness of yourself and your surroundings. If you start observing Void of Course periods in your life, over time you’ll begin to feel them without even checking a calendar. To reiterate: the Void of Course Moon is just one of many factors that make up the rhythms of our lives, but it’s noticeable enough and it’s relatively easy to adjust to.
7. The longer the Void of Course Moon lasts, the harder it gets?
Yes, you could say that a longer Void of Course period has more time to create confusion and a sense of futility. Interestingly, the longer it lasts, the more people it tends to affect. It’s a bit like an “epidemic,” and you can really notice it on the roads: during extended Void of Course periods, the number of traffic accidents and jams often grows to surprising levels. Of course, this also depends on the Moon’s placement and other planetary positions— the calmer things are in the sky, the less intense the consequences of human scatterbrained behavior.
8. Can my project succeed during a Void of Course Moon?
Yes, absolutely. If you’re finishing something up or are in the middle of an ongoing project or routine work, the Void of Course Moon shouldn’t pose any serious problems (and remember, it’s not only about the Moon, right?). Even if you’re starting something new, signing a contract, proposing an idea, or making an important decision — things can still work out. But the outcome might turn out differently than expected at the moment of your decision.
9. What if something important is scheduled during a Void of Course Moon?
If you have any control over the timing of your actions, it’s worth checking your personal astrological indicators for that specific period. It could turn out that, despite the Void of Course Moon, this is actually the best available time for you to take that specific action. This is rare, but it does happen.
It’s also possible that you don’t really need to take that action at all (this happens much more often).
If you’re sure the action is necessary and there’s no way to change the timing, then at the very least be extremely attentive to details and ready for surprises. And most importantly — remember: nothing happens to us by accident.
