The New Moon in Sagittarius arrives on December 12th, 2023 at 6:32 pm EST. Continuing the theme of the prior lunations, Mars persists by traveling in close proximity to the Sun and Moon, increasing the drive, passion, intensity, and overall desire to make strides with our dreams and direction. There can also be increased frustrations and challenges, difficult people to contend with, and battles that require an exuberant amount of energy. Neptune is also an active player in this New Moon, creating a feeling of fogginess around our decisions and actionable direction. To top off the entire feeling of slowness and uncertainty, Mercury is stationing retrograde right after this New Moon. Moving at almost a standstill speed during this lunation, there is a feeling of messages, technology, and general movement of information either lagging or being missed completely.

The Full Moon in Gemini arrives on November 27, 2023 at 4:27am EST in the early degrees of Gemini, sitting opposite to the Mars and Sun over in Sagittarius. The ruler of this Full Moon, Mercury, is also in Sagittarius and afflicted by Neptune in Pisces. While Full Moons usually mark the completion and peak point of some event, this one has a feeling of being unfinished which can distill some frustration. There’s a desire to keep working or moving forward but confusion around what exact path to take or what is truly missing. The big picture may be clear but the details are showing the holes in the plan. The world is full of possibilities, and learning to trust that process will allow this lunation to move more smoothly, instead of trying to maintain an iron grip on the production.

The New Moon in Scorpio arrives on November 13th, 2023 at 4:27 am EST, the first non-eclipse lunation after our final eclipse season of 2023. Usually, this is felt as a relief, being the first New Moon that is not obscured by darkness or dimming of the Sun or Moon. However, this New Moon sits directly opposite the planet of disruption, chaos, uncertainty, and challenges – continuing themes the October eclipses dragged up from the shadows. While we are marked for a fresh beginning, this New Moon will remind us of the unfinished business and the decisions we have to keep moving forward. This is a powerful lunation moment.

The last eclipse of the year occurs at 5° Taurus on October 28, 2023, at 4:24 pm EDT. This is the final eclipse we will have in Taurus, marking the ending of a major cycle that began in November 2021. There’s a feeling of being affirmed of one’s direction and achievements, as Jupiter, the kingly planet of abundance and recognition sits close to this Full Moon eclipse. While we need to recognize the progress and commemorate the work we have done, Mars positioned in such a close opposition to Jupiter will create the feeling of not enough. There’s an awareness that this isn’t the end, that while the eclipses have ramped up the energy there’s still work to do.

On October 14, 2023 at 1:55pm EDT the first total solar eclipse of the season arrives at 21° Libra. While this is a New Moon, which plants a fresh seed of intention, this is also a South Node (Ketu) eclipse which encourages releasing, letting go, and removal of stagnant energy and old processes in our lives. Whenever we are having the first New Moon/South Node eclipse in a sign, it speaks to new origins, but those that unfold in a way that may ultimately end, or be a phase where you release and share all the understandings you have been accumulating in this area of your life.

The first Full Moon of Fall arrives in Aries on September 29, 2023, at 5:57am EDT. While this Full Moon is not an eclipse, it does relate back to the first eclipse we had in Aries on April 20, 2023, and speaks to the next eclipse we’ll have in this sign on April 8, 2024. There is also an additional foreshadowing event as the ruler of this Full Moon, Mars, sits in Libra at 21°, the same degree as where the next eclipse will occur on October 14th. This can be a frustrating lunation that highlights the challenges we’re experiencing, and increase the tension of feeling more limited or contained with our work.

The earthy New Moon in Virgo arrives on September 14th, 2023 at 9:39 pm EDT, right at 21°, the same degree that Mercury stationed retrograde at on August 23rd. During the same time of this lunation, Mercury is now stopped in their tracks to station direct. All this information coupled with the fact that Mercury rules and is exalted in Virgo, this New Moon is extremely mercurial in nature. A mercurial character is related to our thoughts, mind, internal processing, ability to think, reason, and logic throughout life.

The gorgeous super blue moon in Pisces occurs on August 30th, 2023 at 9:36 pm ET. Virgo season has been heavy on the details, especially regarding practical material needs that demand work and attention. But this lunation pulls us back into our feelings, emotions, and how we exist in life outside of everything we control. Pisces views our world within the system of collective experience, reminding us that we don’t live in isolation, and that every event or interaction we have is connected to another in some way.

A fiery and fresh New Moon in Leo arrives on August 16th, 2023 at 5:38am EDT. The sign of Leo is ruled by the Sun, which represents our spirit, mind, and self-expression as well as visibility. Leo loves applause, recognition, and spotlight because there’s a uniqueness and excitement to when you find that ONE thing that makes you inspired to exist and shine. Later on during this lunation, the Sun will enter Virgo and Mercury with station retrograde, pulling us into the details.

The Full Moon in Aquarius reflects out to the world all the internal work we have been doing with ourselves and our lives. This a beautiful moment of completion from whatever may’ve began in late January. At the same time, Mars and Mercury are gaining momentum in Virgo, lighting up that area of our chart and creating a little tension with Saturn in Pisces but excitement with Jupiter in Taurus. But by finding flow and trusting ourselves, this can be a moment of change and growth.

The New Moon in Cancer occurring on July 17, 2023 is a beautiful return and retreat back into our bodies and where we find love, meaning, and support. There is a reconciliation occurring between our mind/thoughts and body/intuition. The lunation makes an aspect to Neptune and Pluto, promoting a larger shift in our overall society and community. Mars in Virgo will then make a frustrating square to Saturn on July 20th, highlighting limitations and blockages to our goals and growth.

The New Moon in Gemini is quick, fast, and ready to move forward with action and excitement. With Mercury in the sign and moving along, we are ready to make some exciting changes in our life. However, the square from Neptune may confuse the outcome and path, leading us to an idealistic notion of how things SHOULD be. Finding the balance between dreams and reality is where the most growth is found. In the background, Jupiter and Saturn make a stabilizing sextile to help settle our foundation. Venus and Mars creep closer together in passionate Leo.

The Full Moon in Sagittarius is here and wants us to trust the process and take a risk, even if it feels a little scary. There’s a feeling of unknown occurring within this lunation, but the more we can lean on faith, the more we can grow. Mercury and Uranus make a disrupting connection shortly after, opening us up to exciting conversations and shakeups in our life.

The New Moon in Taurus is finally eclipse-free and ready to give all the gifts of love, abundance, and affirmation especially as Jupiter is now freshly in this sign! Ruled by Venus in Cancer, we get a loving connection to our emotions and body. Of course, there is a catch. A T-Square aspect is activated this week between Jupiter, Pluto, and Mars which may force some heavier decisions and frustrations out into the open. Leaning into the uncertainty will be healing.

The FINAL Lunar Eclipse in Scorpio arrives May 5th and brings an intense release and clearing away of old and stagnant energies. We are wrapping up a year-long cycle, and prepping the space for new growth. Venus will enter Cancer, Mercury will finally station direct, and Jupiter will move into Taurus, leaving Aries for another twelve years. The best way forward is to listen and trust the process.

The first eclipse of 2023 is here at 29 degrees of Aries! This eclipse initiates a brand new cycle of beginnings and endings, as well as challenges we will overcome to better understand ourselves. The New Moon is squared by Pluto, which may uncover power dynamics and where we have to let go of control. Mercury will station retrograde in Taurus right after the eclipse, providing a possibility for miscommunications and misunderstandings.

The Full Moon in Libra is sweet and optimistic, pulling you into deep reflection and healing. There is a potential to recognize a wound with the aspect to Chiron, but Jupiter encourages you to see how you have grown, and what you have shed that overall has made you stronger. Lean into the community and friendships that excite you, and enjoy the love and support that comes with being your true self. The Eclipses are right around the corner.

The New Moon in Aries lights a fire within us. Finally out of the foggy Neptunian waters, we have a clearer understanding of our path and direction, and the ways in which we need to move forward. There’s a feeling of increased energy, excitement, and needing adventure and growth. This lunation also marks the movement of major planetary shifts, as Mars will enter into Cancer and Pluto will move into Aquarius. Everything is heating up, right before we enter into eclipse season.

The Full Moon in Virgo is here, starting off a big astrological month with a bang. This lunation is squared by Mars in Gemini, which will encourage us to take action and go after life, but it may conflict from the fact we don’t have clear direction and understanding thanks to Neptune. Saturn will enter into Pisces on the same day as the Full Moon, which will be one of the many major transits we have occurring in March.

The New Moon in Pisces is here and provides a sweet and dreamy escape from life and reality. This is a great time to really image what you wish to accomplish, even if it’s a far-reach goal or never thought to be possible. Saturn will be in this sign in two weeks, so it’s a great New Moon to enjoy the softness while it lasts. Venus will move into Aries shortly after the lunation, bringing some fire and passion into our life as she joins Jupiter.