This New Moon not only marks the first New Moon of 2025, but also the first New Moon in which Pluto is fully positioned in Aquarius – marking a brand new beginning for many of us, an era that will evolve until 2043. Also, this New Moon is heavily charged with Aquarius energy, making it a promising new moon with unexpected breakthroughs and much needed innovative ideas to change our reality for the better.
What’s in the stars?
This New Moon in Aquarius will take place on the 29th of January at 12.36h CET.
Both the Sun and the Moon are at 9º in Aquarius and will be close to the Pluto-Mercury conjunction in 1º and 2º Aquarius respectively.
What’s the vibe?
Aquarius: the groundbreaking sign
Aquarius is essentially, like Gemini and Libra, an Air sign. Air signs are known for their intellect, wittiness and their communicativeness. They are also considered to be the “doers” of the zodiac like the Earth signs – Taurus, Virgo and Capricorn.
Moreover, Aquarius in particular is the spark of the revolution. It is the sign that emblems the need for innovation with a bigger picture in mind, it is the visionary that is continuously searching for limits to be pushed for the greater good as well as having an insatiable curious about how the world works on a larger scale. It is a sign with great mental agility and interest in anything and everything human – from science to the arts. That is why, thanks to its broad view of life, it is the sign of social activism and defending the underdog – revolting against oppression and advocating for freedom.
Pluto and Mercury in Aquarius
In Greek mythology, we understand that Hermes (Mercury) is the messenger of the Gods and, in this way, he was also the only God allowed to enter the underworld of Hades (Pluto) – as depicted in Adolf Hirémy-Hirschl’s Souls on the Banks of Acheron above.
Therefore, whenever Mercury and Pluto are conjunct, we find ourselves with a deep knowing that emerges from the abyss as well as experience revolutionary thoughts and ideas that come to the surface to change our perspective on life and how we should do things.
The influence of the Pluto-Mercury conjunction in this New Moon in Aquarius charges an even heavier Aquarius energy besides the Sun and the Moon.
So…?
This New Moon in Aquarius is heavily charged with Aquarius energy with the influence of the Sun, Moon, Mercury and Pluto.
As Pluto forces us to go to the depths of our being and confront the honest truths we try to avoid and Mercury represents our intellect, communication and expression – this New Moon in Aquarius is bound to leave us with conversations or thoughts that will be catalysts for a new reality.
What is more, Aquarius is a sign that demands authenticity – so expect the revelations of this New Moon to lead you down the path to thinking and speaking with utmost authenticity, no matter how peculiar or far-fetched you may seem. This not only applies to our day to day thoughts on our own personal life, but also on the bigger picture regarding our political and social stance in society. So, do not be surprised if you reconsider your ideologies or your ideals to the extent that Pluto, planet of death and rebirth, will enforce a deep transformation.
Suggestions for this New Moon in Aquarius
1. Who are you, really?
Now, a useful exercise to harness the intense power of this New Moon in Aquarius is taking the time to reflect upon the person you authentically are. It may seem simple, but it can in fact be a difficult exercise to consider who you are and unapologetically connecting to it without any judgement nor expectations.
Make a list of the qualities of who you are at your core: what are your likes and dislikes, what are your personality traits, what are your ideals, what do you believe in?
2. Make a Manifestation List
Once you reflect on who you authentically are, allow yourself to be critical about your current self and how aligned you are to this authentic version of yourself.
Do you restrain yourself? Do you do things at the beat of your own drum or do you follow the crowd? Do you allow yourself the space to be yourself unapologetically or do you mask yourself?
These are all valuable questions that are not easy to make, but they can be useful to list what actions or behaviours you would like to manifest or begin to apply to your life to live more authentically aligned to your beliefs and ideals.
3. Aquarius & Your Birth Chart
If you have your birth chart, have a look where Aquarius falls in your chart – specifically between the 1st and 9th degree of Aquarius. See which house is activated and whether it would create any aspects within your birth chart (squares, oppositions, trines, conjunctions, sextiles, etc.) that will highlight how this New Moon will effect you personally.
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Already feeling the energy, great post!
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