We are starting this week with powerful, charged, and intense energy! And, on Friday, November 1st, the New Moon in Scorpio will occur. New Moons are always the best time to initiate new endeavors. They are all about new beginnings and the potent psychic process of planting seeds for things you wish to start introducing into your life.
Each lunar phase carries a particular signature, and this one is also about renewal and starting over. If you are feeling stuck or stagnant in anything in your life, this would be the perfect opportunity to create a ritual around setting intentions for the new habits and pursuits you wish to begin calling into your being.
The fact that the New Moon is occurring in Scorpio signifies that these new beginnings and energies are going to be connected to the inner/emotional realms. Scorpio New Moons have to do with going within and exploring your inner depths. Delving into the aspects of your psyche that most probably go unnoticed in the busyness of your mundane, day-to-day life.
It is crucial that we all do this process, which is often referred to as shadow work.
This involves pursuing habits such as therapy, meditation, journaling, and rituals—basically, all the different things that invite you to go inward, sit with yourself, be honest and real with yourself, and finally analyze/ and understand what is percolating inside of you and what motivates your behavior in general.
An unexamined life (psyche) can be quite a dangerous thing because when you are simply operating out of your unconscious, you are not really in control of yourself/actions. You end up being in an autopilot sort of mode where most of your ways of being and showing up are informed by past wounds/traumas. Obviously, these practices and this kind of work are not easy at all and are not for the faint of heart. It requires you to feel emotions and work through experiences that are very difficult and painful.
But it is only by doing this work that you free yourself of their hold over you.
Unfortunately, we don’t live in a world that encourages or gives us space to pursue the journey of shadow work. We are encouraged to brush things under the table, to constantly seek different forms of escapism, be it through social media, sex, substances, or any form of immediate gratification that quickly quenches our need to avoid sitting with uncomfortable feelings and thoughts.
What this Scorpio New Moon is asking of you is to actively work against these tendencies. Slow down, be quiet, be still, be alone, be internal, and get curious about your deeply rich and potent inner world, which carries so much power and strength if harnessed intentionally and correctly. Have the courage to face your inner demons head-on and witness the transformative effect on you, your life, and even those around you.
Keep remembering that this work takes time and is an endless process. It has no end; it is infinite and perpetual. Therefore, be patient and gentle with yourself while taking it on.
We end the week with two major transits: Mercury entering Sagittarius and Mars entering Leo. Read on to see how this will affect your weekend!
Planetary Locations During This Week
- The Sun: Scorpio (October 22, 2024 – November 21, 2024)
- Mercury: Scorpio (October 13, 2024 – November 2, 2024), Sagittarius (November 2, 2024 – January 8, 2024)
- Venus: Sagittarius (October 17, 2024 – November 11, 2024)
- Mars: Cancer (September 4, 2024 – November 4, 2024) Leo (November 3, 2024 – January 6, 2025)
- Jupiter: Gemini (May 25, 2024 – June 9, 2025)
- Saturn: Pisces (March 7, 2023 – May 24, 2025)
- Uranus: Taurus (Until April 25, 2026)
- Neptune: Pisces (Until March 30, 2025)
- Pluto: Capricorn (September 1, 2024 – November 19, 2024)
Monday, October 28th
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Moon
Astrological Aspect
Venus in Sagittarius squaring Saturn in Pisces – you may feel yourself thwarted or blocked in feeling pleasure and expressing affection or love today.
It is important to not let feelings of guilt, fear, or shame stop you from allowing yourself to pursue the things that give you joy and excitement.
Tuesday, October 29
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Scorpio
Moon
Libra – this is a great day to connect with others and give yourself permission to relish in the fulfillment that offers you.
It is just as crucial to pursue beauty and pleasure in our day-to-day lives as it is to work and be disciplined.
Astrological Aspect
Mars in Cancer trining Neptune in Pisces – this configuration creates a beautiful and balanced blend of energies.
How can you toe the line between action and inaction, dreaming and creating, softness and sharpness when needed?
Wednesday, October 30
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Scorpio
Moon
Libra
Astrological Aspect
Mercury in Scorpio opposite Uranus in Taurus – allow yourself to break out of the boxes and confines of traditional ways of thinking that either you or society has imposed upon you.
Get creative and liberate yourself from limited and outdated beliefs about how you can be and express yourself.
Thursday, October 31
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Scorpio
Moon
Scorpio
Astrological Aspect
Mercury in Scorpio trining Neptune in Pisces – this is a good time to get your thoughts into order. How can you give tangible form to all your creative thoughts and ideas?
Make lists and get disciplined about how to manifest things.
Friday, November 1
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Scorpio
Moon
New Moon in Scorpio
Saturday, November 2
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Scorpio
Moon
Scorpio
Astrological Aspect
Mercury enters Sagittarius – whenever this placement takes place, it is an indicator of communication being more fiery, excited, and spontaneous.
While it is good to be honest and unfiltered with those around you, it is important to make sure you are not being crass or running your mouth.
Sunday, November 3
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Scorpio
Moon
Sagittarius
Astrological Aspect
Mars enters Leo – this placement is a very fun and dramatic one. For the next few months, you may feel an increased desire for self-expression and taking up more space. And you definitely should give yourself the space to do all that.
Try taking up hobbies and activities that you feel are a medium of sharing your being with the world.
Next, join astrologer Terence Guardino for this week’s video astrology forecast.