Astrology for self-care with Julie

Navigating the new moon in Virgo: A time for focused intentions and practical adjustments

Happy new moon in Virgo! This is the perfect time to bring fresh energy and focus to the Virgo area of your chart, especially when it comes to tweaking, fixing, and analyzing the details of your life. The new moon in Virgo occurs at 9:55 pm Eastern Time on September 2 at 11 degrees Virgo. This moon is all about getting organized, setting up systems, and tackling tasks, but expect some challenges along the way. With the Moon opposite Saturn, you might feel limited or hit some roadblocks. Saturn’s influence could be a reality check, reminding you that you can’t do it all, and may force you to course-correct. Also, the Moon squares Jupiter, and with Jupiter also squaring Saturn, it feels like we’re still dealing with the disruptions and frustrations of recent weeks. While the Moon in Virgo craves order, the influence of Saturn and Jupiter in mutable signs means we’ll need to stay flexible and adapt to these limits. This new moon isn't one for pushing full steam ahead. It’s a time to cut out what’s unnecessary, fix the small problems, and focus on long-term goals. There’s resistance and friction in the air, so clarity and simplicity will serve you well. It’s about cleaning up and clearing out to make room for future progress. We’ve been letting go of a lot lately. Venus recently moved into Libra conjunct the South Node, and made a trine to Pluto, stirring up deep transformations. We’re also still recovering from the frustration and setbacks brought on by Mars, Jupiter, and Saturn’s recent aspects, and the full moon in Aquarius. It’s been an intense period of time! During this new moon, Mars squares Neptune, which could leave us feeling like our dreams are just out of reach. There’s a strong desire to take action, but we might encounter delays or obstacles. The passion is there, but patience is key. After examining this new moon’s astrological chart, the message remains consistent: get clear, focus on what you can control, and don’t expect immediate results. Simplify where you can, and enjoy the small victories. What tasks or goals are you working on that feel like you just can’t get ahead? Keep at it—this is a long-term journey, and there’s no need to have everything figured out right now. Take it one step at a time, and remember, it doesn’t have to be perfect. Do what you can and remember to care for yourself along the way. Hit reply to this email and let me know: What are your goals or intentions for the next few years? I'll share your response in next week's newsletter! I still have openings for astrology readings in September and October if you'd like to claim one! September bookings are almost closed. If you’d like guidance and support during eclipse season, now is the perfect time to book! Click here to book an astrology reading: https://juliefrancis.me/