On Monday September 02 we have a New Moon at 11 degrees of Virgo. New Moons occur when the Sun and Moon are conjunct, or together in the sky, represent our masculine and feminine sides working together. Virgo is an earth sign ruled by the planet Mercury. It’s energy is analytical, practical, detailed oriented and focused on service. New Moons in Virgo are a good time to set goals that are practical and utilitarian, or on projects that require detailed focus or methodical methods. It’s perfect for that back to school time of year and getting into your autumn routine after summer holidays. Virgo also is about health and our day to day routines. You can use the New Moon to jump start new healthy habits and to revamp your morning or evening rituals.
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This New Moon has a serious and somber tone to it as it is opposite Saturn in Pisces. Saturn is about rules, restrictions and responsibilities. In Pisces, he feels pessimistic and introverted. I think of this as sad poet, grunge, woe is me type energy. This can lead us to feel depressed or melancholic, but it can also lead to making profound and touching artwork. With the Sun and Moon both opposite Saturn here, we are asked to come down to earth and back to the daily grind. While it may be deflating at first, if faced head on, we might be able to use the energy in a practical and productive way. This is further emphasized as the New Moon is conjunct the fixed star Zosma. The star has an energy that is intellectual and prophetic, but also fearful, unhappy and disappointed. This New Moon brings a real sense of having to face reality and of disillusionment.
On this day Mercury in Leo forms a trine with Chiron in Aries. Mercury is about communication and in Leo he can be expressive and dramatic. He asks us to express ourselves authentically and fully, and to be creative. He forms a harmonious trine with Chiron in Aries, which is all about healing wounds to our identity. It is only by risking honesty and allowing ourselves to be vulnerable and open that we can gain healing from the past and gain a sense of wholeness and self-acceptance. Giving voice to our pain or sense of loss through the creative arts can truly help heal ourselves and others.
Also on this day Mars in Gemini forms a square with Neptune in Pisces. Mars in Gemini gives us energy to communicate and a desire to learn and collect information, but it can also be expressed as hurtful words and arguments. The square with Neptune in Pisces can signal misunderstandings that lead to disagreements or to confusion and misunderstandings. Neptune in Pisces can represent a feeling of spiritual oneness and connection, but also delusion and misinformation. There is a lack of clarity, so avoid acting on what you hear now, especially if it arouses anger. You don’t have all the facts yet, so avoid hasty actions or hurtful words.
The Sabian Symbol for this New Moon is “A bride with her veil snatched away.” I think this is an apt symbol as we are asked look deeper at things, beyond the surface level. This can be jarring at first, whether we are the ones lifting the veil or having the veil revealed on ourselves. We are forced to see things as they really are, and to risk having ourselves be seen with all our flaws and failings. However it is only by doing so that true intimacy and connection can be achieved.
Overall this New Moon is one where we are asked to come down to earth and face reality, and to get back into the practical mundane world which can be deflating. We also may be faced with a harsh truth about ourselves or others around us. We are asked not to get discouraged or angry when this happens, but to find ways to communicate openly and honestly. It is the only way to heal and move forward now.
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