The Life Changes Each Zodiac Can Expect From This Week’s New Moon And Nodal Shifts
The New Moon in Cancer on July 17th, 2023 will occur in conjunction with the Lunar Nodes changing signs. The energy on this day will be in Cardinal mode. It is an energy that allows us to initiate and feel much more fearless and optimistic. Nevertheless, these signs are in challenging aspects to each other, which can make things feel slow and frustrating. However, the New Moon will have Saturn as its champion. The trine shows us that although it can feel challenging, we have the determination to push through. One key theme of this transit is to keep looking ahead and not to the past. There is an emotional heaviness when planets are in Cancer, and this transit is no exception. Understand the value of letting go and looking inward for healing. Staying connected and acknowledging our emotions can work in our favor. Things may feel overwhelming now, but there is always sunshine after the storm. See how this transit will impact your Sun, Moon, and Rising.
Aries
Becoming closer and reconnecting with family is an effect of this transit. For the next six months, you have the opportunity to begin writing your story and have a space to release and heal. Letting yourself feel your emotions during this time will help you to release them. You are on a path of growth and self-transformation, with Saturn showing the Moon much support. You can close old cycles as Saturn pushes you to let go and forgive. This transit will also have you asserting yourself more now that the nodes are also changing in your sign for the next 18 months. You are stepping into your power and will feel more in command of the stage right before Saturn enters your sign in a few years.
Taurus
This is a time of creativity and getting more in touch with your values. You feel a lot more grounded, and this transformation happening within you will allow you to welcome the energy of this transit. The New Moon opens doors for you, makes you feel more courageous, and allows you to get in touch with your creative energy. The rest of the year seems much more exciting now that you can do what you want. Since the North node has moved out of your sign, you can feel some of your pressure easing a bit and can experience Jupiter’s blessings in all its glory. As the nodes shift into Aries and Libra, your focus now will be on taking care of yourself and creating better structures in your life.
Gemini
Here you are discovering how to level up and become more self-empowered. This transit promises to usher in a new momentum that will help you find the footing you have desired. New Moon in Cancer is here to awaken parts of yourself that will allow you to fall in love with who you are and appreciate your victories. On this day, the nodes are also shifting signs and you will see just how valuable your social circle is for the next 18 months. You are feeling in control and supported and you can see that people will begin to praise your hard work. A new cycle begins and you could feel optimistic.
Cancer
Having the New Moon in your sign towards the end of your season is a great way to get back to you and initiate a new potent cycle for the next six months. This is your awakening and you are here to let others know your power, strength, and courage. The New Moon in your sign will feel like a refreshing transit, promising to grant you several gifts before your season ends. The nodes shifting signs into Cardinal modality shows that you will experience changes for the next 18 months on the career front. However, you are prepared to go with the flow and will be more comfortable assuming a leadership position. The energy now could feel similar to when Jupiter was in Aries, setting the groundwork for your evolution. This is your era.
Leo
The Sun will be entering your sign on the 22nd, and this transit will serve as a period to remind you to always take care of yourself and be there for yourself. This transit can make you feel a lot more connected with your dreams, making you a lot more comfortable being by yourself for a while before Leo season has your social life up and running again. As the Nodes shift signs, you will be open to the changes that this energy brings. The North Node in Aries brings you expansiveness that allows you to flourish. Learning becomes more exciting now and you are willing to acquire knowledge to help you with your career goals. This is a period of understanding, learning, and personal growth.
Virgo
It could be a period where you test your loyalties and can see who has your back and who does not. This New Moon transit helps you see through people’s intentions, so if you doubted those in your close circles you now have more insight. There is also a huge shift happening on the same day with the North Node in the sign of Aries, forcing you to clear out the old wounds and hurts of the past. You will be in a position where you feel a lot more empowered and victorious to move on from prior relationships that can continue to haunt you. Saturn in Pisces is helping mend your partnerships, and this North Node transit is all about releasing and healing from the past to make room for better connections.
Libra
This potent transit will shape how you view your career for the next several months. Having Venus in Leo offering you support, you can carve out your plans and have a lot of fun developing your next chapter. Trust your dreams and vision so you can excel. Having the North Node in Aries shows that there will be a lot of activity in your partnership house for the next 18 months. Here you will analyze what you want in relationships as well as create good boundaries with partners that want to control you. The North Node teaches you how to find your power during this time. This transit pushes you to connect more with your independent side and remember to honor yourself.
Scorpio
The trine this Moon will make your sign will help you feel a lot more confident with your belief system and ideology. You are going through many transformative phases with Saturn in Pisces and Pluto’s transit, urging you to be more in command and learn to change how you communicate with others. Now is your moment to become more confident with your self-expression and take pride in your accomplishments. The North Node and South Node will be moving out of the Taurus and Scorpio axis, meaning that you will feel a little more free. The North Node in Aries will show you how to revitalize your routine and how to take better care of yourself. For the next 18 months, you could see how building and planning will work to your advantage and could help boost your goals.
Sagittarius
A transformation is happening within you as this transit sets the tone for what you will endure for the next several months. You are entering a phase where you must learn to trust yourself and be more open to forgiving yourself. Healing takes time, so try not to rush the process. The North Node in Taurus may have taught you how to journal, meditate, and focus on creating strategies. The North Node in Aries will help you feel a lot more comfortable with who you are, and you could have a more optimistic outlook. This energy will feel transformative to you for the next 18 months. Do not shy away from your potential and make sure to allow yourself to shine, even when you don’t feel like showing others your light.
Capricorn
You can expect your relationships to be tested with this transit as it presents you with eye-opening situations that transform your connections. The emotional impact of this transit has you looking for solace and comfort in a partner. However, exercising your independent side is also essential. As the Nodes move into the Aries and Libra axis, you will be inspired to analyze what you seek in yourself. What sparks your independence and what pushes you to keep growing? You are always on the path to victory, and this nodal shift will help you to do the work to get there. But make sure not to go full speed ahead and create a balance between work and home.
Aquarius
This lunar transit will awaken something deep within you, especially if you have neglected your needs and are not focused on your health. It is time to step up your game and look after yourself as this transit pushes you to put yourself first. After the impact of the nodes in Taurus and Scorpio, you may feel some relief because you will see a period of personal growth and self-love with the North Node in Aries. You will feel a lot more empowered and social. Your connections are more meaningful at this time and you want to create plans that are now more aligned with your dreams.
Pisces
Having the New Moon bring more water energy allows you to feel much more alert and comfortable reaching your goals and setting your sights on more. However, as the Lunar Nodes move from Taurus and Scorpio to Aries and Libra, you will become more conscious of the material as well as build wealth. Planning is essential now and make sure not to spend recklessly. As your confidence builds, you may be more comfortable asserting yourself. Saturn gives you the determination to fuel you so you can achieve success. This transit along with the New Moon brings you new chapters and stories that help you craft your future.