New Moon in Scorpio

On November 20 at 06:46 UTC, the Sun and Moon unite in Scorpio, opening a new lunar cycle—one that is profound, honest, and oriented toward inner transformation.

This New Moon invites deep inner work — psychological self-inquiry, shadow exploration, and an honest look at the desires we usually keep hidden. Themes of intimacy, trust, and shared resources guide the intentions we set at the start of this new cycle.

🌑 Moon Energy

Scorpio always seeks the essence. It strips away illusions, exposes truth, and reveals what lies beneath the surface.

But during this New Moon, the Scorpionic current is especially powerful — five retrograde planets form aspects to the Sun and Moon: Mercury, Saturn, Jupiter, Neptune, and Uranus.

Retrograde motion does not weaken their influence; it turns it inward, making the process more intimate, reflective, and deeply personal.

Most of these aspects are harmonious, offering support as we set conscious intentions, face our true desires, and shape our plans without self-deception.

✦ Mercury — Conjunction

Helps you name your desires out loud, see your true motivations, and admit what has long been waiting to emerge.

✦ Saturn, Jupiter, Neptune — Trine

Saturn brings structure and realism,

Jupiter expands ambition and possibility,

Neptune offers intuition, subtle insight, and a sense of meaning.

This is an excellent time to write things down, clarify your goals, and allow yourself to dream bigger than usual.

✦ Pluto — Sextile

Pluto, the ruler of Scorpio, lifts hidden desires, repressed impulses, and secret longings to the surface. It gives you the strength to acknowledge your shadows — and use them constructively.

This is the energy of personal growth: the moment when you can stop living according to others’ expectations.

✦ Uranus — Opposition

An aspect that can create fluctuations — emotional swings in desires, feelings, or direction.

It reminds you that for the new to enter, the old must be released. And that plans don’t have to unfold in a straight line. Life can surprise you, including in unexpectedly positive ways.

Here, Uranus doesn’t destroy — it renews.

And with Pluto forming a harmonious trine to it, even sudden changes have the potential to lead toward growth and inner liberation.

🌟 Who Will Feel This New Moon the Most?

The New Moon at 28°11’ Scorpio will be especially noticeable for those with the Sun, Moon, or Ascendant in the late degrees of the fixed signs:

♏ Scorpio

A period of personal renewal. The New Moon helps you honestly see your true desires and define the direction of your transformation.

♉ Taurus

A focus on relationships and emotional closeness. It’s time to strengthen what matters — and release what holds you back.

♌ Leo

Themes of home, inner foundation, and family rise to the forefront. You’re freeing yourself from old patterns of security and creating a new sense of stability.

♒ Aquarius

Possible shifts in career or status may come into focus. Some goals might feel less aligned now, and this New Moon can help highlight where you may genuinely want to move next.

🌱 Questions for Setting Intentions for the Scorpio New Moon

Each question is connected to a specific aspect of the New Moon.

🔹 New Moon Conjunction with Mercury

Who can support my plans and goals — a mentor, colleague, expert, or friend — and what is the first step I can take toward that connection?

With whom do I need to clarify boundaries, agreements, or expectations to release unnecessary tension?

🔹 Trine to Saturn

What daily habit could bring tangible results within a month?

Where is there chaos right now — and what part of it can I bring into order this week?

What long-term goal have I been postponing, even though it’s time to take the first step?

🔹 Trine to Jupiter

Which goal could elevate my status or open new opportunities?

If I let myself think bigger — what would become my “big goal”?

🔹 Trine to Neptune

Which idea evokes a quiet inner resonance, even if it seems illogical?

Which goal gives me a sense of meaning rather than just a measurable outcome?

🔹 Sextile to Pluto

Which area of my life is calling for deep transformation — relationships, finances, sexuality, personal power?

What goal would I set if I fully trusted my inner strength?

🔹 Opposition to Uranus

What am I ready to try for the first time — even if it surprises others?

Which idea feels too bold, yet refuses to leave my mind?

✨ Final Question

To choose honest, mature, and liberating intentions:

What three goals do I set for this lunar cycle, considering:

— my true desires (Mercury),

— my grounded resources (Saturn),

— my ambitions (Jupiter),

— my intuition (Neptune),

— my freedom from the old (Uranus),

— my inner power and transformation (Pluto)?

May the energy of the Scorpio New Moon help you release what no longer serves you, reclaim your strength, and take your first steps toward new, honest intentions and desires.