The Moon Method with Laura Kusto

Laura Kusto

Welcome to The Moon Method—spiritual systems for strategic minds. I’m Laura Kusto—Moon Phase Astrologer for Strategic Minds and guide for structured, logical souls who feel overlooked and overwhelmed by mainstream spirituality. If you’ve outgrown hustle culture as your fulfillment drug of choice, questioned traditional religion, and feel marginalized by “good vibes only” spirituality—this space is for you. Here, you’ll find grounded guidance, systems and frameworks rooted in lunar cycles and nature’s rhythms. Your brilliant mind really is the bridge to your soul. And you can use it to claim your spiritual path and finally feel that sense of sacred belonging that we all deserve. Lunar phases | Spiritual timing | Repeatable rituals that actually work Client Love: “Laura didn’t just give me insight—she gave me language for my soul’s path.” "Laura brings an awareness not found in any other offering in the marketplace.”

  1. JAN 16

    62 - Do THIS on the Taurus First Quarter | January 25, 2026

    LINKS MENTIONED: - Grab your FREE Moon Phase Compass: laurakusto.com/guide - Get your personalized Moon Map: laurakusto.com/map - Track all 52 Moon Phases with the Moon Chat Journal: laurakusto.com/journal Don’t ignore this First Quarter Moon! The Taurus First Quarter Moon on January 25, 2026 is your cue to take real, tangible action in your physical world. In this episode, we break down why this specific lunar phase is so powerful—and why it’s the last one we’ll ever experience with Neptune in Pisces in our lifetime. You’ll learn how to work with this earthy energy to move your goals forward, what to focus on based on the nine-month lunar cycle, and why aligning your body, energy, and intention is critical at this time. And—announcement!—this will be the last episode for a bit as I shift focus to build something truly exciting. Listen in for how you can stay connected and keep working with the Moon while I pause weekly updates. Timestamps: 00:00 – Message from the Moon: Do what needs to be done in the earthly realm 01:10 – Announcement: A pause on weekly videos + how to stay connected 02:00 – Step 1: The Energy of the Taurus First Quarter 03:30 – Step 2: Planetary Facts – What’s happening astrologically 04:50 – Neptune's final moments in Pisces: Once-in-a-lifetime energy 06:30 – Personal planets in Aquarius + higher mind activation 07:40 – Taurus and your physical environment 08:10 – Jupiter retrograde in Cancer + revisiting big dreams 08:50 – How to find out what Taurus rules in your chart (Moon Map + Moon Chat) 10:00 – Step 3: The deeper meaning of this lunar energy 11:15 – Aquarius + Taurus: Fixed signs = dependable, practical action 12:00 – Step 4: Taking aligned, inspired action (and what that looks like) 13:00 – Getting into energetic alignment before taking action 14:00 – A personal note on shifting daily routines and honoring your chart 15:00 – Moon Chat Journal: A must-have for 2026 moon tracking 16:00 – How to stay connected during the pause #TaurusFirstQuarterMoon #MoonPhaseGuide #WorkWithTheMoon #NeptuneInPisces #Astrology2026 #LunarWisdom #TakeInspiredAction #MoonMethod #MoonMap #MoonChat #MoonJournal

    7 min
  2. JAN 2

    61 - Libra Last Quarter Moon 2026 Make Things Right Now

    LINKS: Get the FREE Moon Phase compass: laurakusto.com/guide Join Moon Chat for custom Moon phase messages: laurakusto.com/membership Discover your personalized Moon Map: laurakusto.com/map Grab the 2026 Moon Chat Journal (digital download): laurakusto.com/journal It’s time to make things right. In this week’s episode, we unpack the Libra Last Quarter Moon happening January 10, 2026. You’ll learn why this phase is more than just a moment of release — it’s your opportunity to rebalance your life, lighten your load, and make ethically sound decisions moving into the rest of 2026. This isn’t just any Last Quarter — with powerful aspects from Venus, Mars, Jupiter, and more, the cosmos are amplifying your ability to see clearly, act wisely, and release what no longer fits. Expect actionable insights you can apply immediately to align with the Moon’s energy in real time. TIMESTAMPS 00:00 - Welcome + Message from the Moon: Make Things Right 01:00 - What the Libra Last Quarter Moon is really about 02:00 - How to work with Libra’s energy of fairness and balance 04:00 - Key dates from your Moon family to reflect on 05:30 - What area of life Libra oversees in your chart 06:00 - CTA: Moon Map and Moon Chat for personalized support 07:00 - What makes this Last Quarter unique — multiple planetary aspects 08:00 - Venus, Mars, and Sun in Capricorn — what it means for your actions 09:30 - Jupiter in Cancer brings emotion into the mix 10:30 - The T-Square effect and Libra as the tie-breaker 12:00 - What it means to “make things right” — your emotional and ethical evaluation 13:30 - Step 4: Action to take with this phase 14:30 - Letting go responsibly: Delegation, boundaries, and release 15:00 - Bonus CTA: 2026 Moon Chat Journal 16:00 - Wrap-up + invitation to reflect and share #MoonMethod #LibraLastQuarter #MakeThingsRight #MoonPhases #MoonChat #MoonMap #AstrologyTools

    8 min
  3. 12/26/2025

    60.- Full Moon in Cancer January 2026 What's Coming

    * Start with the free Moon Phase Compass: laurakusto.com/guide * Get personalized Moon messages every phase with Moon Chat: laurakusto.com/membership * Discover what Cancer oversees in your chart with Moon Map: laurakusto.com/map How do you feel about who you're becoming? That’s the message from the Moon for this Cancer Full Moon on January 3, 2026, the first full moon of the new year — and the very last full moon we’ll ever experience with Neptune in Pisces. In this episode, you’ll learn how to work with the Cancer Full Moon and what makes this one so powerful. I walk you through the Moon’s 9-month cycle, what Cancer represents in your chart, and why this is a moment to pause, feel, and receive insight before we build forward in 2026. We also talk about the planetary energies at play — including the rare opposition with 4 planets in Capricorn — and how you can use this moon to recalibrate your emotional center and re-align with what truly matters. ⏱️ Timestamps: 01:15 – Why this Cancer Full Moon is so significant 02:40 – What Full Moons are for: culmination, clarity, completion 04:05 – Step 1: Tune into your emotional energy first 05:20 – Step 2: Use the Moon Method’s timeline (July 5, Apr 4, Jan 3) 07:10 – Step 3: Identify what Cancer rules in your chart (Moon Map) 08:40 – Planetary energies: Neptune’s final Full Moon in Pisces 10:10 – Opposition from Sun, Venus, Mars, Mercury in Capricorn 12:00 – Don’t push — let things surface 14:05 – Noticing resistance and meeting it with curiosity 15:20 – How to use this Full Moon to move into 2026 aligned #CancerFullMoon #HowToWorkWithTheCancerFullMoon #MoonMap #MoonChat #LunarWisdom #AstrologyPodcast #NeptuneInPisces #CapricornSeason #MoonPhases #EmotionalHealing #SpiritualAlignment #MoonMethod

    9 min
  4. 12/19/2025

    59 - Feisty Energy Aries Moon December 27th 2025

    LINKS: Grab your Moon Phase Compass (Free Guide): https://laurakusto.com/guide Find your focus with Moon Map: https://laurakusto.com/map Get personalized moon phase guidance with Moon Chat: https://laurakusto.com/membership Don’t overthink it — take action. That’s the sassy, feisty energy message from the Aries Moon as we hit its First Quarter on December 27, 2025, the final major moon phase of the year! In this episode we break down how to use this bold, action-oriented Aries energy to nurture the dreams you planted back during the March 2025 eclipse. Learn how tension with Venus, Mars, and the Sun creates momentum and how Mercury in Sagittarius may try to scatter your focus (hint: don’t let it!). You’ll get: The 4-step Moon Method for working with this phaseKey timeline links to the March 2025 eclipseTips to align with your values and body to take right action How to move without overthinking This is the week to make your move… mindfully. Timestamps 00:00 – Message from the Moon: “Make your move, but don’t overthink it.” 01:00 – Aries Energy: bold, fast, feisty 02:00 – Step 1: Tuning into your personal energy 03:00 – Step 2: Aries First Quarter facts & what to revisit from March 29, 2025 04:00 – How to identify the Aries area of life using Moon Map or Moon Chat 06:00 – Step 3: What the planetary energies are telling us 07:00 – Recap of March eclipse: Saturn + Uranus & Venus retrograde themes 08:30 – Now it’s time to ACT: Venus, Mars, and Sun align in tension with the Moon 09:00 – Mercury in Sagittarius: the overthinking trap 10:00 – Why movement trumps mental loops this week 11:00 – Step 4: Finding peace through aligned action 12:30 – Your call to action: water your goals, or pull the weeds 13:00 – Final takeaway: make your move, don’t overthink it #AriesFirstQuarter #MoonMethod #MoonPhases #AstrologyUpdate #LunarWisdom #AriesMoon #MoonCycle #TakeAction #SpiritualGrowth #IntentionSetting #AstrologyForecast #ConsciousLiving #MindfulAction #CelestialTiming

    7 min
  5. 12/12/2025

    58 - Sagittarius New Moon Secrets You Need to Know!

    LINKS: Get personalized Moon Phase guidance → Moon Chat: laurakusto.com/membership Know what Sagittarius rules in your chart → Moon Map: laurakusto.com/map Don’t forget your free Moon Phase Compass → laurakusto.com/guide With the Sagittarius New Moon on December 19, 2025, the gate opens to leave the past behind and begin charting a bold, fresh course into 2026. With its close timing to the Winter Solstice and the planetary energies at play, this New Moon is not just another intention-setting moment — it's a portal to your future. In this episode, we breaks down the energy you need to tap into, how to set your intentions (the right way), and why this is one of your very last chances to work with Neptune in Pisces — a once-in-a-lifetime moment you don’t want to miss. Whether you're ready to dream big, plan bold goals, or simply clear the slate before the year ends — this New Moon holds the momentum to launch it. TIMESTAMPS + KEY TAKEAWAYS: 01:00 – What makes this New Moon uniquely powerful 02:00 – Step 1: Align your energy with intention 04:00 – Why this New Moon + Solstice combo is a potent reset 05:00 – Step 2: Key Moon Dates to track (Dec 2025 to June 2027!) 06:00 – How to work with Sagittarius in your birth chart 07:00 – Area of life Sagittarius rules (Moon Map + Moon Chat explained) 08:00 – Step 3: The deeper meaning behind this Sagittarius New Moon 09:00 – Venus + Mars influences: passion, love, drive 10:30 – Why 2026 is a bold new chapter (Sag energy + numerology) 11:00 – Square with Neptune: Big dreams, urgent timing 12:30 – Saturn square Venus: Love vs responsibility themes 14:00 – Uranus surprise aspect: expect the unexpected 15:30 – Travel & big vision intentions? YES. 16:00 – Step 4: Anchor your intentions with emotional energy 17:00 – Final thoughts + New Moon ritual reminders Let me know in the comments: What are YOU leaving behind in 2025? What bold vision are you charting for 2026? Hit subscribe or follow so you don’t miss next week’s episode. #sagittariusnewmoon #NewMoonDecember2025 #MoonMethod #AstrologyForecast #NeptuneInPisces #2026Intentions #WinterSolstice2025 #MoonRitual #MoonPhases #LauraKusto #MoonChat

    9 min
  6. 12/05/2025

    57 - Don't Carry This into 2026! | Virgo Last Quarter Dec 11, 2025

    Free Moon Phase Compass (learn the Moon’s monthly rhythm): laurakusto.com/guide Moon Map — find out what Virgo oversees in your life: laurakusto.com/map Moon Chat — personalized Moon guidance every single phase: laurakusto.com/membership The Virgo Last Quarter Moon on December 11, 2025 is your final "let it go" checkpoint of the year — and the Moon’s message is crystal clear: You’ve got to let it go, or it will weigh you down. This exact lineup — Virgo Last Quarter + South Node in Virgo + Saturn & Neptune finishing their time in Pisces + Year of the Snake — will never happen again in our lifetime. You’ll learn: • What this Last Quarter is asking you to release • The 27‑month Virgo Moon story you’re completing • Why 2025 has pushed all of us to shed old skins • How to lighten your energetic load so you enter 2026 clear, aligned, and unburdened • Practical steps to release patterns, habits, commitments, or clutter weighing you down If you’re ready to step into 2026 lighter, cleaner, and more aligned with the life you’re meant to build, this is the episode to watch. Timestamps 00:32 — Why this final Last Quarter of 2025 is so important 01:00 — 2025 as the Year of the Snake: the year of shedding 02:00 — Step 1: Prepare your energy before you release 03:25 — Step 2: The key Virgo dates shaping this moment 06:00 — Step 3: As below — uncovering your personal story arc 06:45 — Uranus influence: the unexpected + breakthroughs 07:45 — 2025 shedding theme + Saturn & Neptune completing Pisces 09:00 — Virgo archetype: declutter, refine, simplify 09:45 — South Node in Virgo: why this release is non‑negotiable 11:00 — What has been dissolving and why 12:40 — Are you resisting or flowing with what wants to leave? 13:45 — Wisdom from elders: the #1 end‑of‑life regret 14:35 — Why this exact alignment will never occur again 15:10 — Step 4: Mindfully move forward + take action 16:00 — What release can look like (habits, commitments, patterns) 16:45 — How Saturn, Neptune, the South Node & 2025 support your release 17:10 — Entering 2026 lighter, clearer, and ready to build

    9 min
  7. 11/28/2025

    56 - Don't Miss Your Opportunity | Gemini Full Moon December 2025

    LINKS: Grab your Moon Map to discover what Gemini oversees in your life: laurakusto.com/map Receive personalized Moon phase guidance with Moon Chat: laurakusto.com/membership Get your Moon Map to follow along each week: laurakusto.com/map What if the secret to your success was simply not missing your moment? In this week’s Moon Method episode, we’re unpacking the Gemini Full Moon on December 4, 2025—a powerful culmination point that’s syncing up with a rare, once-in-a-lifetime alignment of Neptune at 29° Pisces. If you've been waiting for clarity, insight, or an energetic green light, this is it. You’ll learn: How this Full Moon completes an 18-month cycleWhy Neptune's final moments in Pisces matter deeplyThree powerful steps to work with this energy — so you don’t miss your opportunity This is your chance to align with the secret to success by showing up, being present, and saying yes to what’s calling. Tune in, ground yourself, and trust what’s unfolding. Drop a comment and let me know: What are you realizing under this Full Moon? Timestamps 00:00 – “Go For It”: The Gemini Full Moon Message 00:45 – Why Neptune's 29° Pisces placement is a big deal 01:30 – The 18-month pattern you’re completing 02:15 – Step 1: Prepare your mindset (3 key dates to review) 05:50 – What Neptune at 29° Pisces really means 08:00 – Step 2: Be present (and do this 1-minute ritual!) 10:30 – How to teach your subconscious with ritual 12:00 – Step 3: Take your opportunity (and why NOT to dismiss it) 13:30 – Avoid this mistake: reflexively saying no 14:00 – Why you’ll never experience this again in your lifetime 14:30 – Final thoughts + your invitation to share in the comments #geminifullmoon #MoonMethod #TheSecretToSuccess #AstrologyForecast #NeptuneInPisces #MoonRituals

    7 min
  8. 11/21/2025

    55 - How The Moon Can Help You Succeed! Pisces First Quarter-Nov 27

    LINKS: - Grab your FREE Moon Phase Compass: laurakusto.com/guide - Get your Moon Map and find out what Pisces oversees in your life: laurakusto.com/map - Want personalized Moon guidance every phase? Join Moon Chat: laurakusto.com/membership What’s the secret to the success? According to the Moon—it's this: Dream boldly and design wisely. In this episode, we explore how the Pisces First Quarter Moon on November 27, 2025, gives us a powerful formula for success rooted in ancient lunar wisdom and aligned planetary support from Saturn and Neptune in Pisces. These aren’t just astrology buzzwords—they’re tools to help you create structure, clarity, and momentum in your life and dreams. You’ll learn: - Why your dreams need structure (and how Saturn helps) - How to check your 9-month Moon cycle for alignment - What to release before building your next foundation - And how to design your future by doing, not just thinking We also break down the 3 practical steps that will help you embody this lunar energy and take inspired action. Whether you're starting something new, shifting direction, or rebuilding from the ground up, this Moon phase has the keys to unlock the success you crave. Timestamps 01:00 — Pisces First Quarter: What's happening astrologically 02:00 — Why Saturn and Neptune in Pisces matter 04:00 — Saturn turns direct: What it means for success 06:00 — Dissolving false structures before February 2026 07:00 — The secret to the success: A repeatable moon framework 08:00 — Step 1: Solidify your dreams (check Feb 27, 2025) 10:00 — How to clarify your energetic state from the New Moon 11:00 — Moon Map vs Moon Chat: Which is right for you 12:00 — Step 2: Solidify your foundation (remove what doesn't fit) 14:00 — Saturn in Pisces: Once-in-a-lifetime energy 15:30 — Step 3: Design through doing — low commitment, high insight 17:00 — Why Neptune + Uranus are the dream team right now 18:00 — Mercury Retrograde: A chance to change your mind 19:00 — Recap: The 3 Steps for Success 21:00 — Real-life reflection on Saturn in Pisces & long-term clarity #TheSecretToTheSuccess #HowToBeSuccessful #MoonCycles #SpiritualSuccess #SaturnInPisces #MoonMethod #LunarWisdom #PiscesFirstQuarter #SpiritualFrameworks #AstrologyForGrowth #LauraKusto #MoonPhaseCompass #MoonMap #MoonChat

    11 min

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Welcome to The Moon Method—spiritual systems for strategic minds. I’m Laura Kusto—Moon Phase Astrologer for Strategic Minds and guide for structured, logical souls who feel overlooked and overwhelmed by mainstream spirituality. If you’ve outgrown hustle culture as your fulfillment drug of choice, questioned traditional religion, and feel marginalized by “good vibes only” spirituality—this space is for you. Here, you’ll find grounded guidance, systems and frameworks rooted in lunar cycles and nature’s rhythms. Your brilliant mind really is the bridge to your soul. And you can use it to claim your spiritual path and finally feel that sense of sacred belonging that we all deserve. Lunar phases | Spiritual timing | Repeatable rituals that actually work Client Love: “Laura didn’t just give me insight—she gave me language for my soul’s path.” "Laura brings an awareness not found in any other offering in the marketplace.”