Aside from the recent Blue Moon in August, the zodiac has been relatively tame this summer. Most planets have been retrograde, including: Mercury, Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, and Neptune; which has essentially brought things to a halt if not slowed significantly. If you’ve been experiencing resistance to progress on your projects this summer, this could be the culprit. Although the retrogrades can bring up the unexpected, they are also a great time to do internal work. With the Sun, Mercury and the moon joining forces in Virgo, it’s the perfect time for a cosmic tune-up.

New Moon in Virgo – September 14th

The New Moon is exact on September 14, 2023 at 6:40pm PST.  In the mutable earth sign of Virgo, is a time to tap into the energies of discernment, organization, planning and harvesting.  A great way to do this is with a Writing Ritual. This way you can clear out any extra clutter in your mind, and with that clarity, plan accordingly.  Another alignment being activated during this New Moon is an opposition to Neptune in Pisces, adding an undeniable mystical and dreamy dimension to the mix. While Virgo urges us to be practical, Neptune encourages us to explore our inner world and connect with out intuition. It’s a time to find delicate balance between logic and intuition, allowing our dreams and visions to guide us toward our goals. 

Mercury Direct – September 15

After a period of retrograde introspection, Mercury, the planet of communication, goes direct in Virgo on September 15. This marks a turning point in our ability to express ourselves clearly and move forward with our plans. As Mercury aligns with the energy of Virgo, we find ourselves more adept at communication, attention to detail, and more efficient with problem solving.

This celestial shift encourages us to consider the balance between internal and external work. Are we paying enough attention to our inner thoughts and feelings, or are we overly focused on the external world? Finding equilibrium in this aspect of our lives will be crucial as we navigate post-retrograde energies.

Libra Season + Autumn Equinox – September 23rd

On September 23rd, we have the Autumnal Equinox as the sun enters Libra. This marks the transition from summer to fall in the Northern Hemisphere. This event brings equal equal daylight and nighttime hours, symbolizing balance and harmony between the conscious and the unconscious. Libra is the sign of balance and partnership, so it’s going to be a good time to focus on relationships and connections with others.

Full Moon in Aries – September 29

Concluding the month of September is a fiery Full Moon in Aries on September 29. Aries, known for its assertiveness and action-oriented nature, inspires us to take the initiative and move forward with our plans.

This Full Moon encourages us to realize our dreams, execute our ideas, and implement our plans into reality. It’s a great time for launching new projects, embracing creativity, and taking action— seeing where you have Aries in your chart can clue you in to where you may feel intense burst of energy the most.

Overall, the rest of September offers us a quiet and contemplative respite before we are suddenly counting down to the holiday season.  Now is a great time to get organized and tie up any loose ends— and plan something special for the Aries Full Moon!