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Can you feel it? The air is shifting, and with it come the first whispers of the fall season. As the days grow shorter and the nights turn cool, we are collectively reminded that change is near. Welcome to eclipse season—when the cosmos makes it seem as though time has stopped—the doorway to transformation.
On Sept. 7 at exactly 2:09 p.m. ET, the moon will be fully eclipsed at 15° Pisces, marking the first eclipse of this season. This is no ordinary lunation—lunar eclipses carry culmination energy, asking us to surrender what no longer aligns and embrace a higher frequency of growth.
A total lunar eclipse is one of the most powerful celestial events, casting a shadow that sheds light on what’s been hidden, heightening our emotions, all while guiding us through karmic closures and checkpoints. It is both an ending and an awakening, reminding us that before we step forward, something must be released.
As the moon aligns with the North Node in Pisces, we are invited to rise into the highest expressions of Pisces. This includes themes of compassion, forgiveness, unity, conditional love and spiritual wisdom. This moment in time is destined, as fate continues to guide us toward the lessons we’re meant to work through.
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Emotions are heightened as our sensitivity turns all the way up. And though you may find yourself absorbing the emotional undercurrents of the collective, this eclipse encourages you to discern between what belongs to the world versus what actually belongs to you. Not all burdens are yours to carry.
The sun will be alongside Mercury and the South Node in Virgo, anchoring us back to the practical plane of our day-to-day lives. Virgo illuminates our habits, routines, health, and responsibilities. Throughout this Mutable season, questions surface.
What systems are still serving you? What tasks are worth your energy? What needs to be refined, shifted, or let go? The South Node in Virgo means we are releasing outdated patterns, particularly those connected to perfectionism, over-controlling behavior or rigid routines that have grown too small for who we are becoming.
This lunar eclipse is flooding us with emotional clarity, highlighting where we’ve been trying to patch things together with quick fixes that no longer suffice or hold. Pisces brings that spiritual and emotional freedom, urging us to release the small, confining spaces of Virgo in order to expand into lives that hold more of our dreams, desires, and spiritual truth.
What part of your reality has been limiting you? Are you ready to let it go? Neptune Retrograde in Aries—celestial ruler of this lunar eclipse—has been delivering insights since the springtime. Its messages may have arrived as subtle downloads or revelatory nudges, preparing you for what’s surfacing now.
Adding to the intensity, Saturn is back, stationed at the final degree of Pisces—a karmic threshold, a point of extinction and rebirth. This signals the closing of a karmic cycle in our lives.
Saturn is here to remind us that the endings we seek require responsibility, patience, and integration. Before stepping into the new, there are contracts to complete, ties to release, and lessons to reflect upon.
Pisces’ archetype embodies a mystical duality: where spirit meets humanity, where endings dissolve into beginnings. Still, with Saturn concluding its passage through the last degree of this water sign and Neptune well into its retrograde journey in Aries, we may find ourselves suspended between timelines. One foot in the past, another in the future.
While the uncertainty of it all weighs heavily on our shoulders, the message of this lunar eclipse is clear: the old cannot contain the new. Your spiritual path has evolved, and your reality must shift to hold it together. Trust that what feels overwhelming is actually carving space for the divine.
You are not repeating old cycles—you are preparing for a rebirth. This total lunar eclipse in Pisces encourages you to surrender, release, and trust the tides of change. There is magic in the letting go, and there is hope in the glimmering unknown.
In the meantime, read on for what September's total lunar eclipse means for your zodiac sign, along with a lunar eclipse reflection. (Remember to read for your sun, moon and rising sign!)
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Aries
This eclipse is calling you inward, even if your instinct is to move forward, Aries. With the lunar eclipse activating your 12th house of unconscious patterns, hidden truths and unspoken feelings are surfacing. You may notice how old themes of overextending yourself or avoiding rest have been holding you back. The cosmos is asking you to surrender control, release the need to always act, and instead lean into stillness. There is healing in silence and magic in solitude. This moment invites you to forgive yourself for times when you’ve pushed too hard or carried burdens alone. Trust that clarity comes in quiet ways, and allow endings to create space for something softer to grow. Lunar eclipse reflection: What part of your life needs you to stop pushing and start surrendering, so you can actually regain your strength?
Taurus
Community is everything for you now, Taurus. With this lunar eclipse highlighting your 11th house of friendships and networks, your connections may be shifting in powerful ways. You might be saying goodbye to groups or relationships that no longer resonate, even if they once felt like home. Notice how your role in the collective is evolving and where your dreams are leading you. This eclipse could reveal who truly supports your vision and who doesn’t. Trust that the bonds that remain will be stronger and more soulful. Your dreams are also expanding—don’t be afraid to share them aloud, even if they feel bigger than life. Lunar eclipse reflection: Which friendships or communities are no longer aligned with your future, and are you willing to step back from them?
Gemini
The spotlight is on your career and soul purpose, Gemini. The lunar eclipse is activating your 10th house of authority, asking you to reflect on the path you’ve built and where you’re headed. Something in your professional world may be reaching a peak or completion. You could find yourself reconsidering the legacy you’re creating and the reputation you want to uphold. This isn’t about chasing approval; it’s about committing to the work that feels soul-driven and true. The eclipse may stir emotions around achievement, success, and the sacrifices you’ve made along the way. Allow yourself to let go of outdated definitions of success and expand into a higher vision. Lunar eclipse reflection: What definition of success have you outgrown, and how can you start moving toward a version that feels authentic now?
Cancer
Your spirit is craving expansion, Cancer. As the moon becomes eclipsed in Pisces, via your ninth house of self-discovery, its asks you to step beyond familiar borders, whether physically, mentally, or spiritually. You may feel drawn to learn something new, embark on a journey, or re-imagine your entire philosophy of life. At the same time, an old belief or limitation may need to be released, especially one that has been hindering your worldview. This is a chance to reconnect with wonder, whether through study, travel, or spiritual practices. The cosmos is reminding you that growth often comes when we leave comfort behind. Trust the wisdom that arrives through new perspectives and experiences. Lunar eclipse reflection: Which old belief or limitation is keeping you from growing, and what would happen if you finally let it go?
Leo
This eclipse is highlighting your deepest bonds and hidden fears, Leo. Pisces rules your eighth house, so Luna is stirring themes of intimacy, trust, energy exchanges and shared resources. You may be asked to release old patterns of dependency or reclaim your power in relationships. This is a call to face emotional truths that you’ve avoided, perhaps around vulnerability or past betrayals. While this may feel intense, it’s also liberating, as it helps you shed what weighs heavily, allowing you to embrace a deeper authenticity with others. Allow endings around shared entanglements to create freedom. Transformation is never comfortable, but it is profoundly healing. Lunar eclipse reflection: What fear, attachment, or unhealthy tie is draining your energy, and are you ready to release it for good?
Virgo
Don't fear the changes underway, Virgo. This lunar eclipse is shining directly over your relationships. Pisces does, after all, rule your seventh house of commitments, and Luna is asking you to reexamine the balance (or lack thereof) between you and others. A partnership may be reaching a turning point, or you may recognize the need to release dynamics that no longer feel reciprocal. At the same time, this could bring a realization around the way you show up in love and relationships—are you nurturing connections that reflect your spirit, or holding on to ones out of habit? The eclipse invites you to soften control and allow love to flow in more soulful ways. This is about deeper harmony, not perfection. Lunar eclipse reflection: What relationship dynamics are keeping you small, and what boundary or shift would free you to grow?
Libra
Your health is wealth, Libra. September's lunar eclipse is highlighting everything from your daily life and routines to your well-being. With Pisces overseeing your sixth house of due diligence, you may notice what habits or commitments no longer support your mind, body, and spirit. Perhaps you’ve been overextending yourself, giving more than you receive, or holding onto rituals that feel draining rather than nourishing. This lunar eclipse invites you to simplify, release unnecessary tasks, and prioritize practices that feel gentle and sustainable. Your body may give you cues, so listen closely. Health, work, and service are shifting now, and you’re being guided toward a rhythm that resonates with your soul frequency. Lunar eclipse reflection: What daily habit or responsibility drains more than it gives, and how can you remove it from your routine?
Scorpio
Your creative expression is glowing under this eclipse, Scorpio. The energy of Pisces illuminates your fifth house of joy, romance, and self-expression, asking you to let go of fears that keep you from sharing your heart. You could feel a creative project or love story reaching a climax, or perhaps you’re realizing that old ways of seeking validation don’t satisfy you anymore. This is a time to embrace pleasure for its own sake, to remember that joy is, after all, a spiritual practice. Let go of perfection and lean into the playful, artistic, and magical. Your heart is ready for more. Lunar eclipse reflection: Where have you been holding back your joy or creativity, and what’s stopping you from expressing yourself fully?
Sagittarius
Your roots are shifting, Sagittarius. The total lunar eclipse in Pisces activates your cozy fourth house of home, family, and emotional foundations. A chapter in your personal life may be ending, or you could be called to release attachments to the past that currently weigh on your sense of security. This may involve physical moves, family dynamics, or a deep inner healing around your sense of belonging. While emotions may feel heightened, this is a chance to create a home that truly reflects your spirit. Honor the memories, but trust that the future is calling you. Your inner world is craving space, and it deserves it. Lunar eclipse reflection: What part of your home life or past is weighing you down, and what would it take to finally release it?
Capricorn
The way you think and communicate is transforming in a powerful way, Capricorn. The lunar eclipse is igniting your inquisitive third house, bringing awareness to your words, mindset, and the stories you tell yourself and those around you. You may realize certain thought patterns or ways of speaking no longer resonate with the person you've become. Conversations may reveal truths that shift your perspective. This is also a time to release over-analysis and allow intuition to guide your voice. Journaling, writing, or speaking from the heart can feel especially powerful during this time. Notice where communication flows with ease versus where it feels blocked—this is where change is needed. Lunar eclipse reflection: Which old thought pattern or way of communicating no longer reflects who you are, and how can you change it?
Aquarius
Remember who you are, Aquarius. This month's total luanr eclipse brings focus to your sense of worth and security. Numinous Pisces rules your stability-seeking second house, so themes of money, values, and self-esteem come into play in a major way. You may realize an income stream, financial habit, or even a self-belief is no longer aligned with your growth. This is a time to release scarcity mindsets and remember that your worth is not measured by productivity or possessions. Trust that by letting go of what feels limiting, you create space for greater abundance. You are being asked to embody your values more fully in every area of life. Lunar eclipse reflection: Where are you undervaluing yourself—financially or personally—and what needs to change so you can own your worth?
Pisces
This total eclipse of the heart has your name on it, Pisces. With the moon and North Node in your sign, it's safe to say that this is a deeply personal turning point, but an air of mysticism surrounds you as you move forward. You may feel both endings and beginnings stirring within and around, guiding you toward a higher expression of your soul path. Old identities, habits, or versions of yourself are dissolving, making way for a more authentic self to emerge. Although emotions may run high, this is a time to step fully into your truth and trust what is unfolding. Release the need to be who you once were—your spirit is ready for more. Lunar eclipse reflection: What old version of yourself are you ready to leave behind? What have you unknowingly sacrificed?
Valerie is an astrologer, writer & visual storyteller. She currently writes horoscopes for PEOPLE, formerly for PopSugar, StyleCaster, Elite Daily, among others. For more of her work, check out valeriemesa.com or follow her on Instagram @valeriemesa.
