10/10/2026
October 10th, 2026
*New Moon in Libra (17 deg, 11:50 am EDT)
*Venus Rx in Scorpio square Mars in Leo (7 deg)
Here is a new chapter in the sign of equality and compromise. One would assume things would start out on a balanced note, but this New Moon opposes Vesta Rx in Aries (20 deg) and squares Ceres in Cancer (18 deg).
So you're actually experiencing an initial imbalance due to conflict about nurturing that's highly emotional. There's a desire to start things off objectively, cleanly. But you're almost immediately tripped up by smothering mothering or extreme sensitivity around needs that are not being met (hugs and comfort are required rather than a socially acceptable vibe).
The opposition to Vesta Rx suggests intense, internal devotion to a fight, passion or adventure challenges harmonious goals. And, challenges the craving for comfort.
So everything's off kilter - you could experience this as extreme scenarios featuring the above (growth that has stalled, a fractious mothering relationship or excessive neediness/care that weighs you down).
Venus Rx (ruler of this Moon) is hit with a square to Mars. More tension, this time around actions that are too pushy/obvious when what's desired is something private. Perhaps you're beginning things quietly via concentrated re-evaluations within yourself - you pull back. But someone is trying to push their way in or you're confronted by ambition/anger that demands you respond when you really just want to be.
Part of the imbalance here is your relationship to external force. Venus Rx is a crucial time to look within yourself and any challenges to that are prompts to change how you react to force and those who don't respect your boundaries.
Then again, a square from Mars is always a call to change so something needs to shift on the deepest level. Maybe you're hiding what you should be acknowledging or you're clinging to a person/resource.
Overall, you'll find this New Moon introduces something that's tilted all the way in one direction. It will feel unfair, unequal, disruptive. You're meant to address the various areas of tension so you can bring it back to centre and find that place of calm.
Copyright Nadia Gilchrist
Painting by Leo Putz
