On September 17, a partial lunar eclipse in Pisces will disrupt illusions and bring to light something previously hidden. How this affects us will vary, depending on how well we’ve processed the lessons from the last eclipse cycle, which is now ending.
Some might experience positive opportunities and blessings, while others may face surprising or unsettling truths. Either way, the swift-moving energy of this eclipse could lead to sudden shifts in our lives.
Lunar eclipses are potent full moons that activate the North and South nodes, which are invisible points where the Moon’s orbit crosses the Earth’s path around the Sun. The North Node represents our future direction, while the South Node symbolizes what we need to release.
These nodes stay in opposite signs (sister signs) for about 18 months. When the zodiac axis is triggered, we’re faced with challenges and situations designed to restore balance in our lives and help us move forward on our journeys. While the nodes remain in these signs throughout, eclipses accelerate the process, offering chances to realign with our path.
Since 2023, the nodes have been in the Aries/Libra axis, but this eclipse signals the start of a new cycle, driven by the energies of Pisces and Virgo. This axis focuses on separating fantasy from reality—Pisces sees endless possibilities, while Virgo seeks concrete evidence. Both signs struggle with overthinking and procrastination, often getting stuck in “what ifs” that prevent progress.
Balancing this energy means trusting our instincts and taking intentional action, even if everything isn’t perfectly clear. Over the next few years, we’ll be asked to surrender our need for certainty and trust as life unfolds in unexpected ways.
As we let go of rigid expectations, the path forward will reveal itself bit by bit, opening doors to unforeseen opportunities and allowing our dreams to manifest naturally. However, if we ignore our inner voice or resist this process, we might face a personal crisis or “dark night of the soul.”
This cycle will heighten our intuition and force us to confront the truth, whether pleasant or painful. If we’ve been lying to ourselves or avoiding unresolved issues, these eclipses will make them impossible to ignore.
Pisces governs addiction and escapism, representing how we use substances or distractions to flee from our problems while searching for meaning. This eclipse reminds us that we have the power to change our lives and that no one else will save us.
Ultimately, this eclipse offers a glimpse of the future by revealing what’s been hidden. Several key aspects contribute to this energy. First, Neptune, Pisces’ ruler, will be conjunct the Moon, amplifying our psychic abilities. You might notice more vivid dreams, a clearer sense of others’ intentions, or sudden bursts of insight.
Intuition is like any other skill—it can be developed, though we often dismiss it, especially when it reveals uncomfortable truths. This eclipse may uncover things you’re not ready to accept, but what you do with this knowledge is up to you. The universe may send signs pointing you in a certain direction.
Additionally, the Sun and Moon, in opposition, will form a favorable “kite” pattern with Pluto, Uranus, and Neptune. In astrology, this rare configuration is linked to fate or destiny, offering a hidden gift that can be accessed if the opposition is resolved.
To see this pattern during an eclipse suggests there’s something waiting to be revealed—be it information or an opportunity.
In the coming week, we’re being asked to let go of illusions and confront truths we’ve been avoiding, so we can build a new reality based on what’s real. By embracing discomfort, you may uncover a blessing in disguise.
*Self-Reflection Questions: *
– How do you avoid facing the truth? What comes up for you when you’re still?
– What has your intuition been telling you about the people in your life? Are you choosing not to see something?
– What habits or addictions are holding you back from being your best self?
*Signs most impacted by this Full Moon Eclipse: *
– Pisces Sun, Moon, and Rising
– Virgo Sun, Moon, and Rising
– Aries Sun, Moon, and Rising