New Moon in Scorpio - Modern Mystic

How to cope and what to expect?

It is the midst of Scorpio season. It is traditionally known as one of the most challenging parts of the year. Scorpio is intense, dark, deep, secretive and prone to obsessions of all kinds. It is all about decay, death and rebirth. This mysterious Zodiac sign is co-ruled by Mars (its traditional ruler) and Pluto (its modern ruler).

This season’s electrifying New Moon in Scorpio ,hands down, wins the title of the most intense New Moon of 2021.

It is happening on Thursday, November 4 at 5:14 p.m. ET/2:14 p.m. PT.

Scorpio Moons (both New and Full Moons) are traditionally considered to be super intense. The Moon doesn’t like to be in Scorpio. The Moon is exalted in Taurus, it’s opposite sign, and is in its fall position in Scorpio.
Scorpio wants to dig deep, get to the bottom of things. It’s all about decay, death and rebirth. Scorpio is very prone to obsessions of all kinds, thanks to one of its rulers, mighty Pluto. These energies are just way too harsh and intense for the sensitive, nurturing Moon.

The Meaning of New Moons

The New Moon is when the Sun and the Moon are aligned, with the Sun and Earth on opposite sides of the Moon. The Moon is completely dark as there is no light to reflect.

The time of the New Moon is traditionally considered to be a perfect timing to set new intentions and get clear on long-term dreams, goals and aspirations. Since new moons happen once a month, you can think of them as a cosmic reset and opportunity to start afresh.

There are numerous new Moon rituals and practices that promise to lock these exciting new intentions in. It is recommended to wait for at least 2-3 days before doing a ritual to ensure the Moon is not completely dark and is starting to grow. This powerful energy of a growing Moon is super beneficial and supportive in making your dreams a reality.

New moons are very often the first step towards completion of a new chapter in your life that will reach its full realisation when there’s a corresponding full moon in the same sign — in this case, on May 16, 2022 when there’s a full moon (which also happens to be a lunar eclipse) in Scorpio. Astro tip: write down in your Moon diary or notes what your main intentions are for this particular New Moon, and then go back after 6 months at the time of the corresponding Full Moon to check on the progress you managed to make. There is a big chance that you might just achieved that goal that you set around the New Moon.

It may not always be the case. Life happens. You may get derailed from original course of action or you may just change your mind and prioritize something else in your life, but it’s a fascinating practice to observe Moon cycles and see how your vision is evolving over time.

Cosmic Weather Report

As mentioned previously, this New Moon in intense Scorpio wins the title of the most challenging New Moon of 2021, hands down.

Thankfully, our cosmic messenger Mercury in Libra will be moving towards a helpful sextile to fun-loving, lighthearted Venus in Sagittarius. This can certainly smooth things over a bit during this challenging New Moon. Mercury – Venus sextile can help make communication with your nearest and dearest more harmonious, pleasurable and heartwarming.

However, the main aspect which dominates the Sky at the time of this New Moon is super harsh, exact opposition with disruptive Uranus.

Opposition with Uranus, the Game-Changer

Uranus is the planet of rebellion, breakups, shakeups and sudden, uncontrollable change.

Oppositions are always about relationships.
It is very likely that there might be some power struggles or unwanted sudden changes in our relationships that we haven’t planned for.

Moon – Uranus opposition is a classical aspect of breakups and divorce. Don’t freak out though, if your relationship is built on solid ground no astrological upheaval will make it crumble!

It only applies to situations where the change is called for and very often is for the highest good of everyone involved, even though it might be difficult to realize it at the time of separation. Very often we are holding on to the dead end relationship and struggling to let go completely. Sometimes we really need a good shakeup to finish it off for good. Just have the faith that everything happens for a reason and very often it leads to a better, more fulfilling live and relationships in the future. Processing separation the right way can be deeply inspirational for personal growth, no matter how much it may hurt at the beginning.

Who the Scorpio New Moon Will Affect the Most

This New Moon will have a profound effect on all of us as a collective, thanks to the volatile opposition to Uranus. It will certainly have an even bigger impact on those who have any placements (especially natal Sun, Moon and Ascendant) in fixed signs: Scorpio, Taurus, Leo and Aquarius. You can use a ten degree orb (I usually recommend five) as the energy is so intense.

Make sure to check your natal chart to see which houses are effected by the energies of this powerful New Moon. For example, if Scorpio falls in your forth house of home and family and Taurus in your tenth house of career, you can expect some unexpected developments in your professional life that can disrupt your family situation. Perhaps you might have to relocate because of new work assignment or unforeseen career opportunity.

The Cosmic Takeaway

Every month, no matter what sign a new moon falls in, we might feel on edge, especially couple of days ahead of it. This time around you might feel extra anxious and restless.

Meditation, listening to calm, relaxing music can really help to ease anxiety and calm down the nerves.
Cleansing your space with sage or palo santo can be super beneficial.
Try to stay calm and see the positive side in everything that might be happening rather unexpectedly in your world at this time.

This New Moon is here to remind us that the only constant in life is change. Sometimes it happens so suddenly that it can leave us shell shocked and disoriented. No matter what your current circumstances are, trust the Universe that all that is happening around you is for your highest good.
Scorpio is all about death and rebirth. It’s never too late to rise from the ashes and start afresh.
Let this New Moon lead the way to a brand new chapter in your life that you might haven’t even thought of starting just yet.

Make sure to check where this transit falls in your Birth Chart. The house and any personal planets activated by this transit will play a significant role in your personal and professional life. Use this free Birth Chart calculator to create your Natal Chart in case you didn’t get a chance to obtain one yet.

N.B.: Remember that it is ideal to have your EXACT time of birth to hand. Use 12p.m. noon in case there is no way to obtain this information. The best option, of course, is to get a personal reading with a professional astrologer who can provide Birth time rectification. Birth time and Birth place are crucial pieces of information in creating your Natal Chart as they determine the unique position of the houses and planets that can help understand transits and their impact on your personal journey.