Mark your calendars for a blessed new moon in Virgo, a sacred return to center. On Sept. 10 at exactly 11:27 p.m. ET, the sky will go dark as the sun and moon join forces via 18 degrees of meticulous Virgo. 

Remember, on top of kicking off a brand-new lunar cycle, the new moon is equivalent to a sacred pause from the heavens. This is where the slate is wiped clean and a fresh chapter begins, almost as if we planted a seed into fertile (unseen) grounds. Although we won’t see the fruit of this moment for weeks or even months, it’s important to know that something significant is taking root.

Right now, the seed we’re planting will take root in the sign of the sacred servant, the healer, the devoted one who knows that love isn’t just an emotion or longing — it’s something you do, day after day, in the small unglamorous moments.  A mutable earth sign, Virgo’s archetype is depicted by the maiden, often with her harvest in hand, which symbolizes the labor that comes before abundance. Governed by savvy Mercury, the messenger planet gives this Earth sign a brilliant level of discernment that can sort the wheat from the chaff, and the essential from the excess. 

Virgo energy is symbolic of purification; this is earth energy, so it's grounded, practical and deeply embodied. Still, its essence teaches us the magic in our craft, practice, discipline and daily devotions. While the new moon phase asks us to set intentions, the new moon in Virgo wants us to be incredibly specific, whether it be with the checklist, routine or logistics. What does this actually look like for you? What's the first small step? 

Now, check where 18 degrees of Virgo lives in your chart; this is the area of life where you’re being given a reset, and an invitation to start again. Think about it: What do you actually need to make your life better or to feel healthier? What have you simply been carrying out of habit, obligation, or fear of disappointing others? 

This new moon has a tenderness to it, in the sense that it's asking you to recognize where you've been giving yourself away. Fittingly, with autumn also approaching — and that unmistakable "back to school" feeling in the air — there’s an instinct to get our ducks in a row and prepare for the future. That said, consider this your cue to reexamine your daily devotions from the ground up.

What does your body need more of right now — new minerals, herbs, supplements, movement? What does your routine need so you can feel energized instead of foggy and depleted? If something is no longer supporting you, it’s time to release it. Also, this new moon is bringing company, making the whole sky feel super charged with hope and meaning. For instance, Mercury has just slid into Libra, shifting the energy toward conversations, collaborations, and the kind of honest, diplomatic back-and-forth that actually gets things resolved. 

Meanwhile, the messenger planet is also forming a Grand Air Trine to Pluto retrograde in Aquarius, while Uranus stations retrograde in Gemini on the very same day. That in itself is a striking, rare alignment. Truths you've sensed but couldn't quite articulate are finally put into words, so pay attention to what comes up in your conversations and interactions over these next several days, as something significant will soon be communicated.

In the meantime, Venus (now in Scorpio) will make a direct opposition to Chiron in Taurus, triggering old, tender wounds around love, comfort, security and self-worth. While this isn’t the most comfortable transit, it’s brutally honest in the way it asks us to stop overlooking what still aches inside of us. Then, on a gentler, more supportive note, the sun and moon in Virgo will form a sweet sextile to Mars in Cancer, offering a quiet, nurturing vibe that encourages us to protect what we're building, and tend to our emotional needs while we do the deeper work this new moon is asking of us.

All in all, this new moon is about coming home to yourself with one small, devoted, daily ritual at a time.

Aries
Aries, you spend so much time and energy chasing the next big goal that the small stuff — whether it be the water you drink, your sleep patterns or the desk you never finish organizing — tends to fall by the wayside. Luckily, this new moon lands in your sixth house of health and daily ritual, which essentially asks you to slow down and rebuild your foundation. Consider what is a small, doable routine, and if you actually stuck to it, would it change how you feel by October? Let this new moon be the start of a practice. Pick one thing and commit to it daily. Your body has been asking for structure. New moon affirmation: I honor my mind and body with daily rituals, and structure helps me thrive.

Taurus
What creative project have you been meaning to return to, Taurus? This new moon falls in your fifth house of play, pleasure and what you create simply because it feels good. Somewhere along the way, you may have let creativity become another to-do on your long list, or let romance take a back seat to responsibility. That said, this lunation invites you to reclaim that joy with confidence and purpose. This is also fertile ground for matters of the heart, whether that’s new intentions around dating, self-expression or the way you show up in a relationship you're already in. New moon affirmation: I make space for joy, and I create because it feeds my soul.

Gemini
Your mind rarely stops buzzing, but this new moon settles into your fourth house of home and roots, asking you to come back to yourself, literally and emotionally, Gemini. What does your living space need right now? What does your relationship with family need? This is a moment to set intentions around the foundation you're building, whether that's a physical home, a sense of security, or the patterns you inherited and are ready to rebuild. Consider a simple ritual, like decluttering a messy corner or simply carving out alone time at home instead of out in the world. Your personal life deserves the same attention your mind gives everything else. New moon affirmation: I return to my roots, and I choose to build a home that holds me steady.


Cancer
What have you been wanting to say but haven't, Cancer? This new moon activates your third house of communication and daily surroundings, and with Mercury's fresh move into Libra lighting up conversations across the sky, this serves a pivotal moment for you specifically. What skill or subject have you been meaning to learn? What pending conversations are still top of mind? This is a new moon for sharpening your pencils in the most literal sense, whether that’s signing up for the course, starting a newsletter or having an honest chat with someone. Pay close attention to what surfaces in your everyday interactions this week. New moon affirmation: I speak with clarity, and I remain devoted to the world around me.

Leo
Take a moment to reflect on where your energy is going, Leo. Where have you been spending time or money on things that no longer reflect what you actually value? This is a moment to create a budget you'll actually follow, whether that’s a savings ritual or a better idea of what “sufficient” means to you. Beyond the finances, however, this has a lot to do with your sense of self-worth. Not so much about others, and how they perceive you, but your inner knowing. Think about it: What would it look like to treat yourself like a worthy investment? New moon affirmation: My worth is not up for negotiation, and I invest wisely in what I value.


Virgo
Happy new moon, Virgo. This one’s got your name on it, and while renewing itself in your own sign, it’s safe to say this is deeply and personally yours. After all, once a year the sky hands you this reset button, and a whole new personal cycle begins. On that note, consider what identity, habit or version of yourself you’re ready to embody as this new era of life begins. You've spent so much of your life in devoted service to others, but this new moon wants you to turn that same devotion inward. Be of service to yourself for once, and now with Mercury in Libra activating conversations around you, and a rare air grand trine forming overhead, this is also a moment where your voice and your needs may need to be spoken aloud rather than managed behind the scenes, as per usual. New moon affirmation: As I begin again, I choose to be devoted to myself, first and foremost.

Libra
This is an internal reset, happening beneath the surface, in the quiet in-between spaces of your mind, Libra. This new moon will slip in your 12th house of rest, subconscious patterns and the closure that occurs when you’re in solitude. This is also one of the least visible (or obvious) new moons you'll experience all year, and that's exactly the point. This isn't a moment for taking action or starting a new project. Consider what you’ve been carrying behind the scenes that you’re ready to put down. Whether it be grief, pain or a version of a relationship that no longer exists, it’s time to close that chapter, once and for all. Interestingly, Mercury has just moved into your own sign, stirring up a pull toward conversation, connection, and being seen. Harness this to tap into your inner voice instead. New moon affirmation: I rest without guilt, and I release what's ready to come to a close.

Scorpio
This is fertile ground for setting real, specific goals about your future, Scorpio. Activating your 11th house of friendship, community, and the future you're creating for yourself, this presents the opportunity for you to clean house, and admit which friendship and group dynamics no longer fit, even if it’s hard to admit. All in all, this lunation asks you to take an honest inventory: where have you been overextending yourself socially, saying yes to plans or obligations that no longer align with who you're becoming? Who do you want in your corner as you build toward that future? Not everyone deserves a seat at your table, and this lunation gives you permission to be selective. Also, with Venus in your sign forming a direct opposition to Chiron in Taurus this week, old wounds around belonging, being truly known or feeling worthy of deep connection could rise to the surface. New moon affirmation: I choose to gather around individuals who see and support me for who I am.

Sagittarius
Your dreams need a realistic plan, Sagittarius. This new moon lands on your 10th house of career, ambition and public standing, urging you to get extra specific about your professional legacy. What structure or daily routine — if you actually built and kept it — would move your career forward in a real, sustainable way? What reputation are you striving for right now? This lunation is asking you for a plan, schedule and system. Set the calendar reminders and get your ducks in a row. With Mercury newly in Libra and a powerful air grand trine forming this week, conversations about your career — a collaboration, feedback or an unexpected opportunity — could surface. Stay open to what comes up in professional conversations. New moon affirmation: I will build my legacy one devoted, disciplined day at a time.

Capricorn
What have you been wanting to learn or explore, Capricorn? This new moon will ignite your ninth house of expansion, a house of travel, higher learning, belief systems and the big, sweeping questions about meaning and purpose. You’re often known for holding down the fort, staying grounded and responsible, but this lunation is offering a rare opportunity to broaden your horizons. Whether that’s planning a trip or pursuing a degree, it’s time to apply that same devotion to your personal growth. New moon affirmation: I expand my horizons with intention, and remain open to the truth.

Aquarius
You value independence deeply, Aquarius, sometimes as a genuine strength and sometimes as a shield. This new moon settles into your eighth house of intimacy, shared resources, and deep transformation. If anything, this is one of the more private and intense houses of the zodiac, shedding light on the parts of yourself that only come out in true closeness, and the walls that go up when someone gets near enough to really see you. Where has your self-sufficiency turned into isolation? Where might trusting someone else — with your resources and vulnerability — actually be the braver, more transformative choice? With Pluto retrograde sitting in your sign as part of this week's rare air grand trine, deep transformation is already stirring beneath the surface of your life, whether you've consciously noticed it or not. New moon affirmation: I trust the process of transformation, and allow myself to be seen fully.

Pisces
Time to set clear, grounded intentions around what you actually need from your closest connections, Pisces. After all, this new moon lands in your seventh house of partnership, putting your closest one-on-one relationships — romantic, business, deep friendship — into focus. You have a beautiful gift for empathy and merging, for feeling what another person feels as if it were your own. But that same gift can sometimes blur the line between devotion and sacrifice. With Venus in Scorpio forming a direct opposition to Chiron in Taurus this week, old relational wounds may rise close to the surface — old fears of not being enough as you are, or having to earn love through endless giving. Let this lunation offer a better alternative and boundaries held with love. New moon affirmation: I choose to show up fully in my relationships, without losing myself in the process.

Valerie is an astrologer, writer & visual storyteller. She writes horoscopes for PEOPLE—formerly PopSugar, StyleCaster, Elite Daily, among others. For more of her work, check out valeriemesa.com or follow her on Instagram @valeriemesa.