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New Moon in Scorpio

New Moon rituals are a wonderful way to connect with the energy of the Moon as well as yourself, grounding and anchoring your intentions into practical reality.

Before we go on to how to do a ritual for the New Moon in Scorpio specifically, let’s briefly cover what a New Moon is, what New Moon rituals are, and what a New Moon in Scorpio is:

What is a New Moon energetically?

New Moons are when the Sun and Moon are visually aligned in the sky from our vantage point on earth in the same Zodiac Sign and “conjunct“ by exact degree (e.g. both at 4º Scorpio). It occurs in the Zodiac Season of that Sign (i.e. in this case, 4 days into Scorpio Season).

While the Zodiac Seasons occur roughly at the same time each year (hence why it is easy to do “Sun Sign Astrology”) as the Sun moves roughly 1º per day starting from the Vernal Spring Equinox (aka Aries Season), the exact date of the New Moon (or corresponding Full Moon in the opposing Zodiac Sign more or less on a six month cycle) will vary.

As the Sun and Moon are aligned on a New Moon, it is the start of the cycle— a yin period of introspection and planting of seeds. When there appears to be no Moon in the sky and the night is dark, it is time to turn within for our light.

-> When they square each other, at a 90º angle, roughly a week later, is the time for taking first major action on the intentions we set now!

This part of the lunar cycle would be the equivalent of Winter seasonally. In lunar farming, according to the wonderful Magic of I., the gravity from the Moon is stronger now and pulls up water which aids in germination. It would thus be a time of planting plants that produce seeds outside of the fruit, such as lettuce, cabbage, and grains.

New Moon in Scorpio

A New Moon in Scorpio is a particularly potent time for planting seeds of depth, intimacy, and transformation. Occurring at the time year when collectively people across the globe the veil is said to be thinnest (end of October to end of November), it is also a powerful time for ancestral and shadow work.

As Archetypal Scorpio doesn’t shy away from the darkness, and is a master alchemist, this New Moon can be deeply healing and transformative. Investigating our depths, deepening our intuition and psychic abilities, and seeking to alchemise our relationship to pain can be profound.

-> If you’re a fellow Scorpio Sun, book in a Year Ahead Reading with me for details about what your Solar Return heralds for you!

As the Moon is traditionally considered in its “fall” in Scorpio (as it is opposite the place where it exalts, in Taurus), it can be a particularly emo Moon. Emotions may feel heightened and we may brood in the depths. It can be useful to work with our jealousy, need for control, and capacity to let go.

New Moon in Scorpio Rituals

All New Moon rituals tend to focus on intention setting for the upcoming cycle (either over the following two weeks until it peaks to fruition in the Full Moon phase; until the next cycle begins again with the following New Moon 4 weeks later; or until the corresponding Full Moon in the opposing Zodiac Season six months later— in this case, the Full Moon in Scorpio during Taurus Season).

In general, this can be a good one to get witchy with! Spend time exploring your inner terrains, befriend the devil on your shoulder, get intimate with your animal familiars. It can also be a good one for planting seeds of greater intimacy and perseverance.

Here is the basis for all my New Moon rituals:

Cleanse your space - This can be as simple as ringing a bell or spraying an aura mist (e.g. crystal and Reiki-infused Moon water with essential oils); or opening the windows and smoke cleansing; throwing salt in the corners and sweeping it out anti-clockwise; or mopping with a herbal wash.
Set up an elemental circle - Many rituals may begin by calling in the elements, acting as a grounding focal, and protective, point. I put incense in the East for Air (or feathers/bells etc.); a candle in South for Fire; a bowl of water in the West for Water; and crystals (or plants) in the North for Earth. You can choose where the directions are (using a compass if you don’t know where the Sun rises/sets), or using your left as East. Call upon the assistance of each element for fresh insight and new beginnings, grounded spirit, intuitive wisdom, and rooted guidance respectively.
Centre + ground yourself - I do some breathwork followed by a visualisation meditation. This could be a simple few deep breaths or Nadi Shodhana (alternate nostril breathing). Then I visualise excess energy draining from me like a waterfall or tap and my roots growing down into the earth, with my energetic cord rooting me to the very centre and extending up above me. I then fill myself with a warm, bright light, protecting me in a bubble, and extend that out to the whole world.
Journal on your intentions - Write down what you wish to call in using positive affirmations or mantras, you can finish with “so it is” and sign/date it. Sometimes I begin by pulling Tarot cards to see what messages come up for me.
Plant your seeds - Read your intention out loud three times to call it in, fold the paper three times clockwise to the right and plant it in soil outside or in a plant pot. You can also add seeds, coins, crystals, a key— anything that resonates with your goal.
Water your plant - Thank Mother Nature and the Spirit of Water for their assistance. Take a moment to visualise your goals coming to fruition and your seeds taking root and blossoming. Snuff out the candle and let the incense burn down as an offering, thank the rest of the elements for their guidance.
BONUS: Water scrying - Get a bowl of water and sit in a dark room. After you have stilled yourself, let your gaze rest and softly focus on the water, allow yourself to move in and out of consciousness. Let the images appear before you and jot them down afterwards. Sit here for as long as you like, have patience— scrying takes time!

When crafting your ritual, apart from the basics listed above, tailored to the corresponding Zodiac Sign and your own preferences— you can also align your rituals with the place in your Natal Chart they are occurring for you, i.e. the House they are falling in. Read on for how:

Scorpio New Moon in the Astrological Houses

We each have all the Zodiac Signs in one of our “Houses” in our Natal Chart, these are like areas of life— when Planets are transiting through them their energy is expressed in this area for us. Anchoring your New Moon intentions to the House it is falling in for you can help to personalise your experience.

Scorpio New Moon in the 1st House (Scorpio Rising)

This is your time to shine! The Sun is illuminating your 1st House of Self these 30 days and the New Moon is a prime time to plant your seeds of intention relating to your body, identity, vitality, how you show up in the world, and any personal goals you have.

-> If you would like rituals and magick to connect to the energy of this period, get the Scorpio Season Workbook!

Scorpio New Moon in the 2nd House (Libra Rising)

This is the perfect New Moon to plant your money seeds! It can relate to your finances in general, how you make an income, savings, your values and money mindset, or your skills, resources, talents, and self-worth.

Scorpio New Moon in the 3rd House (Virgo Rising)

This is a good New Moon to plant seeds of self-expression and any new mindset habits you would like to introduce. It can also relate to learning, writing, communication, siblings, aunts, uncles, cousins, early childhood education, and your local neighbourhood.

Scorpio New Moon in the 4th House (Leo Rising)

This is a good time to plant your seeds of home and family, your sense of belonging, and literal house. It can be more literally related to real estate and property, or figuratively related to your lineage, ancestry, and upbringing.

Scorpio New Moon in the 5th House (Cancer Rising)

This is a good Moon to plant your seeds of intention relating to pleasure, joy, fun, romance, sex and sexuality, creativity, acts of creation, play, sports, dance, and children (or related themes such as inner child).

Scorpio New Moon in the 6th House (Gemini Rising)

This is a good New Moon to set your health goals with! It can be related to your general wellness but also the daily structure of your life, your habits, routines, and rituals. It can also be related to your work, colleagues, job, professional environment, acts of service, and pets.

Scorpio New Moon in the 7th House (Taurus Rising)

This is a good New Moon to plant your seeds of intimacy, whether that be with a spouse or long-term partner(s), as well as your best friend, business associate, or therapist— any committed, personal relationship is in focus for you now. This includes if you’re manifesting love or a new partner!

Scorpio New Moon in the 8th House (Aries Rising)

This can be a good New Moon to plant deep seeds of intergenerational and trauma healing, of overcoming shadows, triggers, fears, and anxieties, as well as what you’ve inherited— literally or figuratively. It can also be a good one to set boundaries with (as well as the more practical investments, taxes, grants, and debts aspect of this House).

Scorpio New Moon in the 9th House (Pisces Rising)

This can be a good New Moon to plant seeds of adventure with! Of where you want to explore and vision quest to next, of new beliefs, philosophical pursuits, higher education, publishing, expanding your world view (literally or figuratively), religion, or spirituality.

Scorpio New Moon in the 10th House (Aquarius Rising)

This is a good time to plant your professional seeds of career ambition! It can relate to your legacy, public image, recognition, and sense of calling or purpose and vocation, as well as what you seek to build in the world and show up (such as on social media).

Scorpio New Moon in the 11th House (Capricorn Rising)

This can be a good New Moon to plant seeds of communal belonging and friendship for you, to gain new alliances and aspirations, for collective wellbeing or aspects relating to social media, groups, and memberships. Deepen your relations to your community.

Scorpio New Moon in the 12th House (Sag Rising)

This is a good New Moon for planting seeds related to patterns of self-undoing, your subconscious, shadow work, your dreams, or mental health. Scorpio Season in general for you can be a profound time of introspection, solitude, and retreat for you, give yourself plenty of time to rest and renew.

So that’s a brief overview of the New Moon in Scorpio and rituals you can perform, I hope it’s insightful for you! Let me know in the comments section below if you have anything else to add or any questions.

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