04/17/2026
This Aries New Moon dares you to do what’s difficult!
Buckle up, babe. This week, seven planets are huddling together in Aries and bringing a once-in-a-lifetime flurry of fiery energy. In case you’re curious: The last time this many planets gathered in Aries was 1821. And the last time the Sun, the Moon, Mercury, Mars, Saturn, and Neptune specifically met up here was so long ago it glitches any astro software. We’re talking millennia. So enjoy your downtime while you can because this lineup will dare you to rally your courage.
Plus, there’s a New Moon conjunct Chiron in the mix, which means doubt, old wounds, and/or fears of failure are likely to surface too. Do your best to use the friction as fuel and remember to pace yourself — this is tough astrology. As Mars (the planet of conflict), Saturn (the planet of obstacles), and Mercury (the planet of communication) all link up over the next week, frustration, burnout, and the sense you’re pushing against things that just won’t budge are highly probable. But wins are also possible if you work within your limits and find constructive outlets for the heat. This week marks the beginning of Ta**us season, after all. Reframe every gruelling push and call for urgency as an invitation to slow down and ground.
Tomorrow’s New Moon in Aries forces us to face what hurts. Occurring at 4:51 am PT, this lunation is about getting to the root of our discomfort and then doing the hard work required to heal. Because this New Moon sits with Mars, Saturn, and Chiron in the cardinal fire sign, we have to meet our obstacles with compassion and courage if we want to make the most of this fresh start. This is the time to be brutally honest about what’s holding you back and make bold moves toward a better future.
Remember: We can always, always, always begin again. This New Moon nudges you to venture outside your comfort zone and reignite your lust for life.
Here is how to work with this energy:
*Set Bold Intentions (Immediately): Because this is the first new moon of the astrological year, it is a critical time to set intentions for the next 12 months. Write down your goals, focusing on what you want to begin, create, or initiate.
*Take Immediate Action: Aries is about action, not waiting for perfect conditions. Launch the project, have the hard conversation, or start the routine you’ve been planning. It is "now or never" energy.
*Heal Self-Worth Beliefs: With Chiron involved, this new moon may spark insecurity or fears of inadequacy. Work on identifying where you are playing small and consciously choose to believe in yourself, even if you feel scared.
*Move Your Body: Aries rules the body and action. If emotions feel intense or you feel overwhelmed, use physical exercise, walking, or dancing to process that energy.
*Practice Self-Assertion and Boundaries: Step into your power by being authentically yourself without seeking external validation. Make assertive choices that reflect your personal desires, not others' expectations.
*Release the Past: Before you can step into the new, use this energy to let go of old patterns and stories from the previous year that no longer serve you.
Let me know how it goes for you!!
