Of the five lunations across these two months, the Scorpio New Moon is the least complex. Scorpio is often considered a deep and hidden sign, and as one of the fixed signs in the zodiac, it demonstrates consistency and reliability. In modern astrology, Pluto connects us with the void, wherever it appears in our lives. At this time of year in some countries, it is the fallow field of farming, where the land is left to regenerate for the good of future crops. This symbolically applies to an area of our lives where we have been extremely busy and fruitful but where we now need a break or rest.
That is not to suggest that all activity is going to stop or that positive growth will cease. The New Moon exactly sextiles Jupiter, indicating opportunities for expansion and progress, if that’s what we want — and if we have the energy to put into our projects. But while Jupiter remains in Capricorn and conjunct Saturn, our energy is limited, or our vision is not quite as wide as before. We may be dealing with more restrictions or reduced supplies. This could seem frustrating to some, though it might be oddly comforting to others. Regardless, you can better navigate through this time by drawing on the Scorpio ability to manage well with whatever resources are available.
It can also be that we find new energy for a fresh project because this is a New Moon, after all. That could involve waving goodbye to something else or recognizing that a chapter of life has come to a close. If we need room to grieve and acknowledge a loss, then this period is ideal for doing so. Alternatively, if we simply need some down time to recharge our batteries, that should also be possible.
A slightly different story emerges when we consider Mars, the traditional ruler of Scorpio planets and luminaries, which is stationed in the middle of its orbit through Aries. Mars is a highly dynamic, often impatient planet and isn’t usually indicative of anyone who wants to sit around meditating on the meaning of life for too long. Instead, we have an urgent, energetic go-getter, eager to do something active. This initiatory, ready-to-go approach is in tune with the emergent energy of the New Moon, leading us into new territory. So, there is definitely something brewing and with a cosmic thumbs-up behind it.
In fact, it’s a little like being at the starting line of a race, since Mars in Aries squares Pluto in Capricorn, suggesting a need to defend our position — at least for a little while. As squares often present obstacles, we could explore what really stands in our way. An astrological argument holds that oppositions come from the outside, but the tension of a 90° square aspect emanates from the inside. In other words, we have inner tensions around a proposed course of action that cause us to hesitate and hold back, rather than someone or something literally blocking the path.
With Mars in Aries opposing Venus in Libra, there is a concern about a plan being too personal or a little too selfish. We are aware that others could object, at some future point, if we gather up our courage to take that leap ahead. Pluto is linked to deep feelings, including dread and anxiety, so we may be in touch with our emotional well pool of more complex emotions, silently but firmly putting the brakes on! If something really matters to us, though — if we are deeply passionate about it — we could let the Mars in Aries energy propel us forward in spite of any misgivings. It just depends on how brave or impetuous we feel at a particular moment!
If you struggle to find an interest or hobby that you are passionate about, then the Scorpio New Moon lends a clue for what can be developed in the future. Scorpio is a sign strongly associated with feelings of jealousy. If this lunation shines light on someone or something we envy, this could point to something we want in our lives that we could begin pursuing in the near future. In other words, rather than feel pain because we see that we don’t have something, we can now see how to reach for it. Perhaps all that can stop us is imagining that it’s not possible; but Jupiter, so closely sextile the New Moon, says that it can be!
This article is from the Mountain Astrologer, written by Diana Collis.