Astrological insights around the New Moon of November 9, 2026

 

The New Moon is conjunct the Sun in Scorpio. This makes it a good time to turn inward and explore what is hidden within you and wants to be uncovered. Our inner world contains information, suppressed aspects of ourselves, but also treasures. Listen to what rises to the surface over the coming days: which themes, subjects and issues enter your awareness? There is a good chance that something will emerge that needs to be processed so that it can finally be released. Which aspects of your inner richness do you want to carry into the next phase? Which old story or pain has finally run its course, and what are you ready to stop carrying with you? These are transformative times. Much may become clear about what you no longer want. And once that happens, what you do want will naturally become clearer too. Acknowledge, with complete honesty, where you stand, what you are carrying, what you wish to take with you and what you are ready to let go.

The days around the New Moon, until November 17:
– Mars and Jupiter are moving increasingly close together (in Leo) until they separate again on November 17. This brings balance and helps you channel your willpower in ways that allow you to succeed in whatever you commit yourself to. It is a fertile period, both literally and figuratively, so put your creative power to work wherever you want something new to come into being. Aim for a higher purpose, pursue a higher truth and choose freedom, so that your life and the lives of others may gain greater meaning and value.
– Jupiter and Mars are opposite the North Node. This can encourage good relationships with others, adaptability and tact, provided you remain faithful to the life purpose that truly matters to you or that genuinely feels like a soul mission. Anything is possible but try to stay clear about your main objectives and what is secondary. Otherwise, you may become bogged down in small, insignificant successes. If you want to collaborate or embark on something with others, it is especially important to seek out people who are your equals and share a similar (optimistic) outlook. The danger is that arguments can easily arise, with people pursuing their own advantage rather than working together for the common good.
– Jupiter and Mars sextile Eris. These days offer plenty of opportunities to speak out about what is untrue, where there are lies or injustices, and what needs to be brought into the open. The strength of this aspect lies in its ability to bring things to light and expose what has been unjustly hidden. On the other hand, be mindful that speaking out may provoke backlash. Ask yourself whether you are prepared for that and whether you really want to deal with it. You may also be tempted to impulsively demolish someone’s sacred (ego-driven) beliefs, which could lead to misunderstanding and resistance. Prepare carefully what you want to bring into the open. Be honest without being overly confrontational and use metaphors to help make things visible. Injustice and lies may surface, but an old power structure will try to preserve itself and may do everything it can to discredit a whistleblower. Stand up against injustice and fight for freedom, but do so on a scale that you can handle!
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Astrologically around the full moon of October 26, 2026

 

On October 23, the Sun enters the sign of Scorpio, and with that, in the Northern Hemisphere, nature enters a time of death and decay. What does not survive will be absorbed into the earth. What does survive will quietly hide until spring returns. It is a good time to determine what you will carry with you into the next cycle and what has run its course and can be left behind. What transformation is it time for in your life? Trans-formation means that another form emerges. What you have learned, understood, and come to realize, you take with you and begin applying at a higher level.

On October 26, the full moon is (in the early morning) opposite the Sun in Taurus. This makes you aware of earthly values as well as your own inner worth. Make a list, for example, of five core values in your life. Do you make enough time for them? Do you need to let something else ‘die’ in order to make room for them (by spending less time on distractions)? Realize that after life and death… comes rebirth. Go for the upward spiral in your life!

The Moon trine the Black Moon helps you remember what has value to your soul and what foundation you need. During the full moon, you may be especially sensitive to what other people need, but don’t forget yourself. Try to experience that ‘home’ is found within yourself; you are more than your physical body, because all your memories, lifetimes, and knowledge are part of you. The art is to make time, in this busy and intense world, to experience your true self.

Around the days of the full moon, the Sun and Uranus are in a tense relationship with one another. Both on a small and a large scale, this can mean that there is tension in the world, that a sudden change in the way of life occurs (for example, imprisonment and being called up for military service are mentioned literally), or that accidents and catastrophes take place on a global level. So there are plenty of distractions. Tune in to yourself and reconnect with what your values are, how you want to show up in the world, and which choices align with that. Dare to be true to your own wisdom (rather than impulsive and erratic), fight for something (instead of against something), and create order (clarity and structure) in your life. This period can evoke a kind of primal survival instinct. Seek out like-minded people, community, and share (opinions, belongings, time, and help).

The Sun is also in a tense relationship with Pluto, which can bring personal and global themes around overestimating oneself, the desire to dominate, and hunger for power. Leadership can mean taking responsibility for making decisions about your own life. Sometimes you don’t realize how much control you actually have, and therefore you don’t need to give your power away, or impose it on others. What creative power flows through you, and how do you want to use it in a constructive way?

Astrologically around the new moon of October 10, 2026

 

The Sun and Moon are side by side in Libra, which brings a social, communicative, and diplomatic quality. If something needs to be expressed or clarified, this is a good time to do so. It can also make you aware that the balance with someone or something may need to be restored. What do you need, or what might you need to do, to have a more balanced relationship with the people around you?
In nature, the balance is being assessed and the final harvests are being brought in. After sowing, growing, and harvesting comes the rest that is needed to recharge, recover, and turn inward. If you align yourself with this process, what do you experience?

Venus and Mars are square to each other, creating tension between the two. This can express itself as a tendency to overdo things, a lack of tact, overstimulation, or a persistent feeling of dissatisfaction. The days around the new moon can make you more aware of the theme of equality and equal standing. This may play out in your own life or in the world around you. For example, it could concern equality between men and women, or the masculine and feminine principles. In the latter case, it is about the balance between action and introspection, assertiveness and contemplation, consciousness and the subconscious, reason and intuition. How is that balance within you? Which side stands out, and how can you engage with it more consciously? Feel in your heart what you need and what you have to give. Equality does not mean that one person’s value is greater than another’s; rather, it means that both have an equal right to exist and that, precisely through coming together, they can spark something – creativity, inspiration, or new possibilities!

Many planets are currently retrograde: Venus, Saturn, Uranus, Neptune, Pluto, Chiron, and the North Node. This can create a feeling that you are unable to properly express what you know deep down, that it is difficult to be spontaneous or share your new insights, that your inner world plays a greater (more subtle) role than the outer world, and/or that standing up for yourself (especially against authorities) is more difficult than usual. Trust that inner growth and inner knowing will find their way outward at the right time! This is a good time to feel, recognize, and discover your authentic self. Knowing who you are (without all the layers that have been placed upon you) helps you make decisions from your true self in the coming months.

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Around the new moon of September 11th, 2026

 

On September 10, Venus moves into Scorpio and Mercury into Libra. Venus invites you to experience depth in love or creates a longing for it. You may clearly feel what you are passionate about and what you want to pursue in the coming weeks. In love, superficiality is ‘killing’ because it feels like a lack of involvement or genuine care. Express what your heart longs for and don’t settle for a weak compromise – in other words: don’t use love as an excuse to deny your own heart what it needs!
Mercury helps you weigh up what kind of balance is important in your interactions with others. Be honest, but fair, in the way you express yourself. If something from the past resurfaces, this is a good time to be honest and speak out about what is bothering you, so that a heaviness can be transformed into lightness (of the heart).

On this day, Uranus turns retrograde (until February 8, 2027). Uranus slowly moves back and forth between 5 and 1 degrees of Gemini. Renewal, theories, systems of thought and learning, and also eruptions (changes, deeply simmering unrest, upheavals) want to be experienced inwardly before they can successfully set things in motion in the outer world. Uranus is associated with ‘liberty, equality and fraternity’, that was the goal after the French Revolution. But it is interesting to investigate exactly who benefited or benefits from a revolution. Uranus retrograde is a good time to bring underlying information to the surface (for example, from history) in order to see where freedom is real and where it is merely an illusion. Feel what you need in order to feel free. And consider how, from your authentic self, you can contribute to creating a new world.

The New Moon is next to the Sun in Virgo. This helps you keep both feet on the ground while remaining engaged from the heart. Order and structure can help prevent you from becoming lost in service to others, and self-care is a good counterbalance to being (too) deeply involved. These days, you can find truth in the details, so occasionally zoom in on something, because a bigger picture can become visible within seemingly insignificant details.

On September 14, the Black Moon (Lilith) moves from Sagittarius into Capricorn. As a result, over the coming months you may find it easier to see through hierarchies and recognize what is really happening on a societal level. The Black Moon helps you look beyond fixed forms, seeing from the soul rather than through the physical senses. It can make you realize what place you occupy in the world and whether that is truly where you want to be.
To ‘find your true destiny’, it is important to experience what you most love doing when you are free. In that, you can also discover how you can make a meaningful contribution to the whole of which you are a part. Feel what it is réally about for you, and trust your intuitive knowing.
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Full moon and lunar eclipse August 28, 2026

 

The sun is in Virgo, shining its light on the full moon in Pisces. Virgo is about seeing the details, being of service, and being pure, while Pisces is about the desire to be part of the oneness, involvement (being highly sensitive to what you feel), and/or merging with the energies you experience. So the sun helps you stay grounded and see (earthly) reality, while the Pisces moon allows you to drift away into dreams. Because Mercury and the sun are at the same degree, it may be difficult to move from knowledge to understanding. Give yourself time for this. Mercury opposite the moon can make you unsettled, for example by causing you to constantly change your mind. Be aware of your first instinct before you start analyzing and get sidetracked. Distinguish your main goals from secondary matters.

During this full moon a partial lunar eclipse will take place. Depending on where you are in the world, it is visible, but even when not visible, the energetic impact will still be there. Astrologically speaking, a lunar eclipse is associated with emotions and feelings that are temporarily difficult to grasp. The Moon in Pisces already makes you more sensitive, and the eclipse may help clarify (in the weeks that follow) which emotional reset is important for you. How can you stay closer to yourself in a world that constantly distracts and misleads you? How can you remain true to your feelings? In what way are you being driven by fear, and in what way by intuition? Fear makes your field of awareness smaller and makes you more manipulable; intuition expands your field, giving you perspective and allowing you to choose from your heart.

The Sun, Mercury, and the Moon are in tense aspects to Uranus. This can, so to speak, electrically charge the atmosphere and affect your nervous system.
The Lightning-Moon carries the theme of ‘insight and truth.’ Take a moment to consider what expectations you currently have. Are you satisfied with what you have achieved over the past few months? How does that come about? What inner fire is beginning to burn, and in what (new) way can you give it direction? Uranus can challenge you to rethink things, do something differently, and be creative when your expectations are not immediately fulfilled. Unexpected news may emerge, or an unpredictable turning point or even a revolution may occur. Regularly seek out moments of peace to reconnect with yourself, relax, and hear your inner voice. Rotate firmly around your own axis, so that you ‘don’t fly off the curve’ and can remain balanced during this turbulent time.

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New moon and solar eclipse August 12, 2026

 

The sun and moon are side by side in Leo. They bring extra light and optimism, awaken a zest for life and enthusiasm, boost self-confidence, and encourage warmth and generosity. Together, they create the urge to express yourself as you truly are and/or how you genuinely feel. This may also emerge indirectly. In other words, if there is something for which you seek recognition, speak up in time. Express it before you start demanding attention in exaggerated or indirect ways. This is a time to have the courage to truly listen to your heart. Mercury and Jupiter are also in Leo, enhancing creativity, organizational ability, warmth, and generosity.

The total solar eclipse on this day will not be fully visible in the Netherlands or Belgium, though it will be visible, for example, in northern Spain and parts of northern Africa. The new moon passes in front of the sun between 7:17 p.m. and 9:03 p.m., with the eclipse reaching its maximum at 8:11 p.m. (Central European Time). A solar eclipse is about redefining your identity. Who are you? Why are you who you are? And are you satisfied with that? In what way do you want to renew your life and your way of being? You may need time to reflect on these questions, but a solar eclipse can continue to influence you for weeks, six months, or even a full year, so give yourself the time and space you need. Stay open to (new) opportunities and seize them. At the moment of the eclipse, the sun and moon make no direct aspects to other planets that would significantly color the eclipse. However, the asteroids Isis and Osiris do influence the solar eclipse – see my earlier post about this.

Venus opposite Neptune stirs romance and a longing for unity or connection with someone. At the same time, it asks you to remain realistic during these days. Are you idealizing someone or something, or losing yourself in it? The harmonious trine Venus forms with Uranus and Pluto brings new opportunities, insights, and deeper experiences. Whether in love, creativity, or finances, you can make meaningful gains, provided you are not too impulsive or insatiable. Avoid an all-or-nothing approach; seek the golden mean and remain alert.

Mercury opposite Pluto can make you obsessive, causing you to cling to an idea or thought that you cannot let go of. Alongside your Lionheart, use your mind wisely during these days. Some things are understood with the heart; others with the mind. Use your words constructively, knowing that thoughts and words carry power. Look at the bigger picture, see yourself from a higher perspective, and avoid trapping yourself within rigid frameworks or dogma.

Mars and the North Node give you the confidence to take action toward your life’s purpose. But first, you need to know which goal you truly want to pursue. An idea originates in the mind; a passion rises from the heart. Which (new) goal genuinely feels like a mission worth pursuing in your life? Go for it!

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SOLAR ECLIPSE August 12 – a prophetic dream!?!

 

During the last full moon, I had a remarkable dream:

I was involved in a kind of battle for humanity, for the Earth, against ruthless forces and rulers. I knew there was a particular astrological alignment, but I couldn’t see what it was because I kept being distracted and having to defend myself. There was something about a tree trunk that represented the earthly dimension, and as I rode my bicycle, I was searching for a stick to defend myself with. Then, somewhere indoors, the door of a small cabinet suddenly swung open, and I found myself holding a particular astrology book. It opened exactly to an illustration of Isis holding Horus in her arms. That was my confirmation: “Horus represented humanity, and this was the sign that humanity would prevail!” It would still take some time (a few years) but humanity would ultimately be the victor. I was very happy!

I immediately wrote the dream down during the night. The next morning, I started researching, and this is what I found:

During the upcoming total solar eclipse, the asteroids Isis and Osiris will be on the same degree as the Sun. That means their energy is directly involved in the eclipse. (And in my natal chart, the eclipse falls exactly on asteroid Horus – honestly, you couldn’t make this up! 😊)

I have written about the myth of Isis, Osiris, and Horus and interpreted it in our (Dutch) book Isis en de 14 sleutels tot heelwording. A short version: Osiris is locked inside a chest and later cut into fourteen pieces by his jealous brother Seth. Isis searches for him, awakens him, and restores him to wholeness. During their union, she conceives Horus. Later, Horus and Seth battle for the throne of Egypt, and Horus emerges as the winner.

Symbolically, the main figures represent:

Isis: the soul (also the living life force of the entire galactic realms and dimensions)
Osiris: the true Self
Horus: the Higher Self (in my dream, Horus represented humanity!)
Seth: the part of the human being that is attached to or identifies with matter and perceives reality solely through the physical senses.
Listening to the soul reminds you of the wholeness within yourself. It awakens you to the realization that you are not merely a human being on Earth, but also a spiritual being. Here on Earth, it is about mind over matter – Horus over Seth! (I would rather say: it is about heart over matter.)

There are groups that clearly operate the other way around: for them, matter (everything from the physical world to money and possessions) comes before all else. The struggle between Horus and Seth has been unfolding for years and is becoming increasingly visible and unmistakably clear. Yes, Seth has a place in the world, because we live in a three-dimensional reality. But that is only one small part of the greater reality here.
To me, both the dream and the astrological alignments suggest that during and after this eclipse, more and more people will awaken from the dream (the program) that tells them they are powerless, at the mercy of external forces, and so on. People will begin to see what truly matters, from heart and soul. We are creator beings. All the knowledge of the universe and of all our journeys already exists within us. The power of love, intuition (the voice of the soul), and our creative force will dissolve the mists, bring higher vision, deeper knowing and help us re-member.
Life. Light. Love.

I have hope.

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Astrologically around the full moon of July 29, 2026

 

This is a month full of possibilities, new impulses, and portals. On the 29th, the full moon in Aquarius may suddenly bring an emotion, feeling, or sentiment to the surface. It could be something that has not yet been processed and is asking for your attention, or a memory may be activated by current circumstances that deeply touches you. Aquarius brings fresh insights and has the ability to reach across time and space, touching something from this lifetime or even another. As multidimensional beings, we are connected through many threads to events, journeys, lifetimes, and inner knowing. What arises on this day may be especially meaningful. To gain greater awareness of it, moments of quiet reflection are important. When you understand something more deeply, you can make more conscious choices. The Sun in Leo, shines its light on the Moon, giving you the courage to face both yourself and your experiences in the outer world, and to take steps that align with what your heart is telling you. Feel and follow the inspiration that wells up within you. Let your life force flow and make space for your unique way of expressing yourself.

On the day of the Full Moon, both the Moon and Pluto are at 6 degrees Aquarius. Be mindful of people who try to claim you, make you feel guilty, or seek to have power over you. Maintain your freedom by refusing to respond in the same way. Sense what you truly feel and bring your inner treasures to the surface so that you can shine. This is also an ideal time to recognize your inner saboteurs: which inner voice keeps you small? Set the intention to live from your inner strength, your greatness, and your inner knowing.

With the Sun on the same degree as Jupiter, self-confidence and optimism flow naturally, but they become lasting only when you follow your heart. Don’t be tempted by doctrines, beliefs, or ideologies outside yourself. Stay centered in your own core and follow your own flow.
With Black Moon Lilith opposite Ceres, you can literally use your body to sense whether you are following your soul’s path. When faced with a choice, pause for a moment and tune in to your earthly vehicle – your body. If you feel tense, unable to move forward, or weighed down, wait before taking that step. If your heart feels joyful and light, and you somehow know that the choice is right for you, then move toward your soul’s purpose.

The Moon forms harmonious aspects with Uranus and Neptune, strengthening your intuition. Dare to truly trust You (with a capital ‘Y’). Your smaller self may still experience drama and frustration, but your greater Self can observe from a higher perspective and offer wise guidance. Sometimes laugh at yourself, see the humor in life’s situations, and then continue – perhaps along an entirely new path. You are the one who determines the course of your life. You have the power to make your own choices. Make time to genuinely feel what is right for you, while honoring and respecting all life.

Astrologically around the new moon of July 14, 2026

 

On July 13, the Sun is at the same degree as the star Castor. The theme associated with this alignment is: seeking the brighter side of a story or situation and trying to understand the tension that has arisen from polarity. This makes it a good day to reflect on whether you are experiencing any inner contradictions. How can you bring opposing parts of yourself closer together? How can you juggle (play with rather than struggle) with two different ways of living, perspectives, desires, or beliefs? Opposites can teach you something, and through that understanding you can begin to resolve them within yourself. Perhaps you have been holding onto an idea that once served you well but has since become outdated or no longer applies. Which belief is ready to be reviewed so that you can experience more ease? Try to build a bridge between seemingly incompatible viewpoints and move toward greater inner unity.

The New Moon is beside the Sun in Cancer, with Mercury just one degree away. Make time for yourself, tune in to what you truly need, and avoid leaving yourself too vulnerable. The world may feel harsher than usual, so be aware of your personal boundaries and avoid adapting too much to external expectations. Mercury is retrograde from June 29 through July 24, making your inner voice potentially clearer than rational analysis. Consider beginning the day quietly, listening to whatever naturally arises within you. Rather than immediately taking in outside information (for example, by checking your phone) first notice what you need, what insights emerge, or which feelings deserve your attention that day. Also be mindful that, in caring for or protecting others, you do not become overly nurturing or take on responsibilities that are not yours. You may need to express what you want or need yourself, because not everyone can read your mind…

From July 19 through July 23, Jupiter reaches 4 degrees Leo and forms harmonious aspects with Uranus, Neptune, and Pluto. These three outer planets influence the collective and the broader collective timeline. Jupiter acts like a gateway through which optimism, opportunities for freedom, and good fortune can flow. The effort you invest during these days may have positive effects that unfold over the coming years. Set a clear intention and give it direction – this helps determine the path ahead. Your actions can strengthen your intention, while distractions may cause you to lose your way. The same principle applies on a larger scale: the developments and decisions initiated during these days may continue to shape the collective in beneficial ways over the years to come, provided they remain grounded in realism.

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