New Moon in Virgo Sparks Our TRUTH September 10, 2026

Two weeks ago, we experienced the powerful Full Moon in Pisces with a lunar eclipse, an energy that invited us deep into our emotional and spiritual waters.

Pisces is Water.

Water brings emotion to the surface. It can stir old feelings, open places within us that need healing, heighten our intuition, and illuminate truths we may have been avoiding or carrying for far too long.

And now, two weeks later, we move from Water into Earth.

Virgo is an Earth sign, and this New Moon gives us an opportunity to take everything that surfaced during the Pisces eclipse and begin to ground it.

Think of it this way:

The water has come.

The emotions have surfaced.

Now it is time to dry out, get grounded, and plant the seeds.

What came up for you over the last few weeks may not have surfaced simply to be felt. It may have surfaced to show you something.

A truth…

A relationship that needs to shift.

A habit that no longer serves you.

A dream you have been putting off.

A place where you have been settling.

A part of yourself that is ready to be seen.

Virgo asks us to take those emotional revelations and turn them into something tangible.

This is the New Moon to tell the truth, see the truth, and begin creating from that truth.

Ready to turn what surfaced into what grows? 🌑🌱

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Full Moon in Aquarius 2026

On July 29th at 7:36 AM PDT the Moon is exactly opposite the Sun; the Moon at 6 degrees Aquarius 30 minutes and the Sun stationed at 6 degrees Leo 30 minutes. Leading up to this Full Moon is a cluster of planets that are being called “The Cradle.”

In case you haven’t heard about it, it is where 4 planets all at 4 degrees of their transit are creating this rare formation. It is considered the breeding ground for new beginnings, major shifts for society, and creative developments.

This alignment of planets includes Jupiter, Uranus, Neptune and Pluto. At the time of the Full Moon, this “Cradle” is still active with Jupiter now at 6 degrees conjunct the Sun in Leo. OK, what is this all about? Well, time to grow, time to face the truth about who we are and why we are here. Let’s break it down.

First, the Full Moon in Aquarius. This is a Fixed Air sign of “high humidity” as astrologers say. Air signs are very cerebral, detached, intellectual and knowledgeable, but this sign is also very empathetic and sensitive to the feelings of others. The Fixed nature is determined and steadfast. This sign loves humanity and shows us we are all from the same spark. The Sun in Leo is concerned with personal power, creativity and overcoming challenges to oneself. Together they represent the axis of me versus we.

The aspects to this Full Moon from the planets in the Cradle configuration are enlightening. The Moon is opposed exactly by Jupiter at 6 degrees Leo.  The Moon represents our collective selves and Jupiter in Leo directs our personal passions. The Moon opposite Jupiter represents a polarity between our emotional need for security and our philosophical beliefs or desire for growth. It often forces us to integrate both our immediate emotional needs with our broader worldview.

The Moon is trined by Uranus at 4 degrees Gemini. Both are Air Signs, and with this blessed aspect the collective vision of the Moon in Aquarius is glorified by Uranus (the planet of sudden innovation in the sign of the mind), bringing us an advance in how we communicate, learn, and connect. This electric aspect removes resistance, allowing for sudden insights and progressive ideas.

The Moon is sextile Neptune at 4 degrees Aries. Aquarius is a sign of genius and collective vision. With this harmonious aspect to Neptune, the planet of dreams, illusions, and universal love, we are assisted in translating highly abstract, forward-thinking concepts into actionable, visionary realities.

And, the Moon is conjunct Pluto at 4 degrees Aquarius. Deep changes are in store for us. The Moon and Pluto both hold the secrets of our subconscious. This alignment will quite possibly dredge out the hidden issues lying beneath the surface seeking release. Conjunctions are powerful aspects, and they can also feel overwhelming. We may experience vivid dreams, heightened intuition, or a temporary feeling of isolation as we process these deep changes.

We are up for renewal, of our beliefs, our consciousness, and our potential. We are becoming more aware of what limits our lives, our perception, and our actions. We are stepping out of the “box” of our lives in order to begin again, under new circumstances. We are being led to “KNOW” rather than just “Believe.” The planets and luminaries are showing us the way.

Judy Crescenzo

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New Moon in Cancer 2026

On July 14th at 2:43 AM PDT the Sun and Moon share the moment at 21 degrees Cancer 59 minutes, creating the New Moon. The Sun has been transiting through Cancer since the Summer Solstice, and now the Moon joins her side by side.

Cancer is the first Water sign of the zodiac; it is a Cardinal sign bringing in the Summer season. Cancer is the sign of Mother, the home, our ancestors, our Mitochondrial DNA passed down through our Mother’s lineage. It represents what we are most sensitive to with regards to our domestic life, our familial relationships, and our feelings regarding security. The Mother wants to provide wisdom for her children, help them when needed; but to teach them to be self sufficient. It is ruled by the Moon, and like the luminary, the energy changes every day. This is an unpredictable energy unless you follow the cycles of the Moon with the understanding of the signs she experiences on her way to becoming Full.

The motto for Cancer could be the way to the future is through the past. This sign is very connected to ancestry and the history of the family. Where did they come from? What kind of influence did they have? Who were my relatives? This journey into antiquity broadens the scope of who we are, bringing understanding to questions unanswered.

The New Moon is a time of setting goals, making plans, and wishing for all things regarding the sign the Moon is in. This is the perfect time to consider upgrading your self care. This is a nurturing sign, so designing lifestyles that not only support your interests and talents but make time for healthy upgrades for your body. Getting enough exercise whether it’s gardening, taking walks and smelling the flowers, or your favorite sport like swimming will help to center you on what needs attention.

The Sun and Moon are conjunct Mercury Retrograde in Cancer. Mercury is the planet that rules how we think and what we think about. When in this sign we are highly interested in inner, subjective, and personal issues, and our thinking is based more on feelings, intuition, personal experiences, and prejudices rather than reason or logic. Going retrograde slows down the progress, giving us time to reassess our plans of how we are going to approach them. Time to process our feelings and take a break from our past conditioning and defense mechanisms. While Mercury is retrograde, it is square Saturn in Aries. Mercury in Cancer focuses on feelings, intuitive communication, and protecting your core emotional needs while Saturn in Aries concentrates on structure, discipline, and establishing firm boundaries. Saturn acts as a restrictive roadblock that can make emotional expression feel frustrating or dismissed.

The planet Venus, ruling our values, activates this New Moon with a “Yod.” Venus in Virgo has challenging aspects from a square to Mars and Uranus in Gemini, and inconjuncts to Neptune in Aries and Pluto in Aquarius. First the squares; Venus square Mars sets us up for tension in our love life, often because we put our desires ahead of our partner's, and are impatient about having our love needs satisfied. Venus in Virgo seeks practical, detailed, and grounded connection, while Mars in Gemini drives us toward chaotic, scattered, and purely mental stimulation. To get the most out of this aspect, channel this nervous energy into tangible, productive outlets rather than taking it out on the people around you. It is the perfect time to identify outdated habits or recurring relationship conflicts and gently talk them through rather than trying to "fix" or debate them away.

Venus in Virgo governs our values, self-care routines, and how we show affection. Under this influence, we seek perfection, practical acts of service, and stability in relationships and finances. With the square to Uranus in Gemini, the planet of rebellion, sudden awakenings, and mental shifts can occur. We crave intellectual freedom, varied communication, and excitement. Instead of making rash decisions, harness the logical power of Virgo to understand exactly what is making you feel restless. Allow for some spontaneity and intellectual stimulation without completely dismantling the reliable foundations you've built.

The Yod aspect is called the “Finger of God” in astrology, consisting of two planets forming a sextile, with both pointing to a third, focal planet. The focal planet requires integration and acts as a pressure valve for the other two. Venus is the focal planet in this aspect. Neptune and Pluto are slow-moving planets that share a sextile, blending Neptune's imaginative drive with Pluto's transformative power. This duo seeks to manifest collective or spiritual ideals in radical, pioneering, and unconventional ways. Venus in Virgo is practical, analytical, and detail-oriented. This aspect requires us to ground all this high-level, visionary, and transformative energy into practical reality, service, and a tangible form of love or art. Slow down, examine the details, and make sure these grand ideas are actually workable, healthy, and of service to yourself and others.

We can master our emotions and subjective selves with the help of these planets and luminaries, so dig deep and let go.

Judy Crescenzo

Thank you, Judy for your wisdom. If you would like to inquire about a session, please find Judy's contact information below.

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