On Monday April 8, the moon will pass between the earth and the sun, and astrologers are warning that the resulting eclipse could affect us physically, mentally and spiritually.
In the physical realm, the near total solar eclipse means darkness could cover select parts of North America for minutes when it should be broad daylight. And on the astral plane? Chaos, cataclysms and Chiron (a comet associated with deep emotional wounds) 鈥 at least according to some TikTok astrologers pumping the algorithm full of sensationalist predictions about how this solar eclipse will tweak our puppet strings.
One popular refrain on social media: The fact that so many schools are closed for the day means the government probably knows something we don鈥檛 about this eclipse鈥檚 potential impact on us, and it鈥檚 probably best we all stay home. Another: The Titanic sank during an eclipse in the same Zodiac sign as this one.
Mercury is also currently retrograde, spelling double-down disaster for all things related to travel, communication and technology. And we鈥檙e in the so-called 鈥減ortal of fate鈥 between a lunar eclipse that happened on March 25 and the upcoming solar eclipse on April 8, meaning the universe is dropping hints about our destiny.
But seasoned astrologer Georgia Nicols dispelled such doomsaying, pointing out that it鈥檚 really just another new moon, which happens every month. 鈥淚t鈥檚 a time for new beginnings, renewal, potential healing, a chance to restore things,鈥 she said.
But here, the new moon effect is exaggerated by its particular astrological alignment with the sun. She likened it to a special holiday dinner, in that it鈥檚 a heightened version of something that happens on a regular basis. 鈥淚t鈥檚 still just the family having dinner, but it鈥檚 a big deal, and maybe there are a few more people, or there鈥檚 tension, or you find out something new.鈥
Depending on your particular chart, determined by where all the planets were at the time and date you were born, Nicols said this new moon could be a harbinger of change in a specific area of your life. This solar eclipse is located roughly in the middle of Aries, the first sign in the Zodiac and one that鈥檚 associated with big youthful energy and sudden change.
鈥淟ooking at my own chart, I can see that it鈥檚 really hitting me in the area of my relationships,鈥 said Nicols, a Libra. 鈥淚 realize that this is an opportunity for me to rethink, appreciate and be more reasonable in relationships. It鈥檚 a chance for me to make something work better for me, and hence the other person.鈥
For a Virgo, this eclipse falls in the house associated with other people鈥檚 money, such as taxes, insurance or an inheritance. 鈥淵ou might have an opportunity to reduce debt, for example, but you might also really have to pay attention to getting your taxes in order,鈥 Nichols said.
For Taurus, it’s in the 12th house, a 鈥渧ery murky place,鈥 said Nicols. 鈥淵ou could have an opportunity to address self-defeating behaviour patterns. You could start to see things you鈥檝e been doing since you were a child, and realize you don鈥檛 have to do that anymore.鈥 (For the remaining signs, see her predictions for all 12 signs below.)
Nicols does not believe that the planets directly affect us. 鈥淚 think that鈥檚 ludicrous,鈥 she said. The sun and the moon, however, do actually affect us. Nicols pointed out that there鈥檚 a reason there are more cars at Yonge and Bloor at noon then there are at midnight, and it鈥檚 entirely to do with the orb in the sky that provides daylight.
Ditto the moon, which us exercises a gravitational pull over water on earth. The tides move with the waxing and waning, and many feel human beings 鈥 who are about 60 per cent water 鈥 behave differently when it鈥檚 a full moon. 鈥淭he moon affects us, and if this is a stronger new moon, then all those new moon qualities are there,鈥 Nicols said. 鈥淢ostly, they鈥檙e opportunities. There鈥檚 nothing to be fearful about.鈥
In fact, it鈥檚 a great time to focus on healing and becoming the best you can be. 鈥淯se this solar eclipse to grab a new opportunity in any way you want to move forward.鈥
Here鈥檚 how the solar eclipse could impact each sign, according to Nicols.
Aries
Because this solar eclipse is happening in your sign, it could be especially meaningful for you. Keep an eye out for breakthroughs, epiphanies and sudden resolutions.
Taurus
Brace for a shakeup within your innermost depths as the solar eclipse targets your subconscious.
Gemini
Make way for new goals! This solar eclipse may just unveil new dreams for your future.
Cancer
You may find your life going in an entirely new direction as a result of this eclipse, particularly when it comes to your values and priorities.
Leo
Your horizons may be about to expand 鈥 either literally, with the chance to travel, or with new opportunities in the areas of the media, law or medicine.
Virgo
You may get a sudden shock in regards to inheritance, taxes or other shared resources. This is equal parts reality check and the promise of a breakthrough that leads to better things later in the year.
Libra
You鈥檙e about to gain sudden clarity on the relationships in your life, which will enable you to be a better friend, lover, parent or co-worker in the future.
Scorpio
This eclipse comes in the house related to health, which could trigger a renewed sense of well-being or an insight into your physical self that will have you feeling strong and optimistic.
Sagittarius
There鈥檚 a chance you鈥檒l be thinking about living your best life, and taking concrete steps toward making that happen.
Capricorn
The eclipse lands in the house related to home and family for you, so it may spell some kind of relational breakthrough or even spark a desire to move house for a better life.
Aquarius
Keep an eye out for a fresh POV on your everyday surroundings, and perhaps a new-found gratitude for the people or places you may have taken for granted.
Pisces
This is all about money and possessions for you. You may rethink your values around stuff, or dream up new ways that you can generate the resources for a new life path you鈥檙e on.
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