Why This New Moon In Libra Is The Perfect Opportunity For A Reset

The new moon will peak in skies on Sunday, September 25, at 5:54 p.m. EDT. And according to astrologers, it's not your average new moon in Libra. As astrology expert Imani Quinn tells mbg, there will be not one but six planets in retrograde this Sunday. (Those would be Mercury, Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, Neptune, and Pluto.)

So, while new moons are often a time of planting seeds and setting intentions, it's still important to take things slow at this time, giving yourself plenty of room to reflect, Quinn says. And because Libra is a very relationship- and harmony-oriented sign, themes around balance and relationships are likely to be at the forefront, she adds.

As the AstroTwins previously explained to mbg, new moons under the sign of Libra are all about balance, justice, beauty, harmony, ideas, and the element of air, so this will likely feel like a very mentally stimulating time, albeit a bit disorienting, thanks to the retrograde planets.

According to Quinn, this particular new moon would be an excellent time to do some candle magic around the goals you're looking to manifest in the coming months. Each new moon sets up a six-month cycle, which completes when the full moon under the same sign arrives six months later, so don't feel like you have to rush anything. (There are six planets in retrograde, after all).

Quinn suggests setting intentions that are focused in on your relationships, and even personal goals around work or collaborative partnerships you'd like to see come to fruition. "You can work with the energy of Libra to help advance or expand your life in those areas," she tells mbg. Check out our full guide to candle magic for ideas on how to get started. (It's less intimidating than it sounds!)