We begin this moon cycle with a New Moon in Scorpio and move into Sagittarius season on the 21st. Sagittarius brings a focus on expansion, exploration, and renewed vision. It’s a time to look ahead with hope, gather fresh inspiration, and follow the interests that naturally lead you toward growth. As late autumn stretches toward winter, the world around us grows quieter — an invitation to turn inward and let your imagination expand. What you envision during this season helps clarify the intentions and seeds you’ll be ready to plant as you move toward 2026.

Below you’ll find journal prompts, affirmations, and self-care activities to guide you through each phase of this moon cycle.

New Moon in Scorpio - November 20

Theme: Transformation, Renewal, Empowerment
Focus: Setting intentions for  deep personal change and purposeful impact.

The new moon in Scorpio invites you to begin again — from the inside out. This is a powerful moment to plant seeds of transformation, release what’s been holding you back, and commit to your own evolution. Scorpio energy asks for honesty and emotional depth, reminding you that true change starts when you’re willing to face your shadows and still rise. As you set intentions now, focus on the kind of transformation that not only empowers you but also creates a ripple of positive impact in the world around you. Reflect on what has made the biggest impact on you for inspiration.

 

Journal Prompts:

• What parts of myself or my life am I ready to transform?
• What has made the biggest impact on me that I could share with others?
• What is one thing I'd like to transform this month?

Affirmations for the Week:

• I embrace transformation as a path to my highest self.
• I release the old and rise renewed in strength and purpose.
• My inner growth creates ripples of healing and change around me.

Self-Care Activities:

• Set a new moon intention focused on transformation - choose one area of your life where you're ready to make a change.
• Create a vision board that represents the version of yourself you're becoming and the changes you want to manifest.
• Start a new habit that aligns with your intention - something small but powerful that symbolizes your commitment to personal growth.

First Quarter in Pisces — November 28

Theme: Aligned Action, Healing, Intuitive Guidance
Focus: Taking compassionate, spiritually aligned steps toward your intentions.

The first quarter moon in Pisces encourages you to move forward with actions that honor your intuition and healing journey. This phase is a gentle push from the universe. Pisces invites softness, trust, and emotional clarity as you take the next step on your path. Rather than rushing, focus on actions that feel guided, meaningful, and connected to something greater than yourself. Let your heart to show you where movement is needed. The actions you take now are meant to shift your dreams into reality.

Journal Prompts:

• What small, spiritually aligned action can I take that supports my healing right now?
• What is my intuition nudging me towards?
• How can I bring more compassion and gentleness into how I pursue my goals?

Affirmations for the Week:

• I take guided action that supports my healing and growth.
• My intuition leads me toward the next aligned step.
• Every compassionate choice I make moves me closer to where I want to be.

Self-Care Activities:

• Do an intuition check-in: pull a card, meditate, or journal to discover your next action step.
• Create a healing ritual (bath, breathwork, calming music) before working toward an intention.
• Choose one meaningful step that bridges your spiritual insight with real-life action.

 

Full Moon in Gemini — December 4

Theme: Communication, Expression, Insight
Focus: Celebrating your progress in communication and releasing scattered energy or mental overload.

The full moon in Gemini brings illumination to your thoughts, ideas, and conversations. This is a moment to acknowledge how far you’ve come in expressing yourself more clearly, staying curious, or pursuing interests that light you up. Celebrate the knowledge you’ve gained and the ways your voice has grown more aligned with who you are. This lunation also encourages you to release mental clutter, overthinking, or the pressure to be “on” all the time. Gemini reminds us that clarity comes when the mind has space. Let go of the noise, the distractions, and the stories that aren’t true anymore.

Journal Prompts:

• What conversations, insights, or ideas am I most proud of developing this month?
• What mental habits, worries, or distractions am I ready to release?
• Where has my voice or communication become stronger or more authentic?

Affirmations for the Week:

• I celebrate the growth of my mind and my voice.
• I release mental clutter and welcome clarity.
• I trust my words will guide me forward.

Self-Care Activities:

• Do a “mind dump” journaling session to clear out lingering thoughts or mental noise.
• Do a social media detox.
• Make yourself a voice note that acknowledges how far you’ve come.

Last Quarter in Virgo — December 11

Theme: Simplification, Wellness, Release
Focus: Letting go of what feels heavy, disorganized, or misaligned so you can enter the next cycle with clarity and intention.

The last quarter moon in Virgo encourages you to gently clear away anything that has become clutter—physically, mentally, or emotionally. This phase highlights what feels draining or overly complicated, reminding you that progress thrives in simplicity. Virgo energy asks you to create space for what truly matters by releasing what no longer supports your well-being, routines, or goals. Instead of striving for perfection, focus on lightness. Clear out expectations that weigh you down, habits that no longer serve you, or details you’ve been over-managing.

Journal Prompts:

• What responsibilities, habits, or thoughts have become clutter in my life?
• Where can I simplify my routines or expectations to make more room for peace?
• What am I ready to release so I can step into the next cycle with clarity?

Affirmations for the Week:

• I release what no longer supports my well-being.
• Simplicity brings me clarity, grounding, and peace.
• I create space for renewal by letting go of the unnecessary.

Self-Care Activities:

• Declutter one small area (drawer, folder, or routine) to clear or reorganize.
• Take time to unwind, journal, or meditate to release mental or emotional buildup.
• Plan a week of healthy meals to help detox your body.

New Moon in Sagittarius — December 19

Theme: Expansion, Adventure, Vision
Focus: Setting intentions that stretch your horizons and invite new possibilities into your life.

The new moon in Sagittarius opens the door to a wider, more hopeful view of the path ahead. This is a time to dream beyond your usual limits, imagine what could be, and set intentions that challenge you to grow. Sagittarius energy encourages you to say yes to exploration. This could look like learning something new, shifting your perspective, or taking a leap toward a future that excites you. Instead of focusing on what’s familiar, be guided by curiosity, optimism, and faith. This is your moment to choose a direction that expands your life in meaningful ways.

Journal Prompts:

• Where am I being called to expand, explore, or open myself to new experiences?
• What is my vision for the future?
• What intention would help me expand some aspect of my life?

Affirmations for the Week:

• I welcome expansion and trust the path before me.
• My intentions guide me toward a life filled with meaning and possibility.
• I am open to new experiences, new perspectives, and new horizons.

Self-Care Activities:

• Choose one area of your life to expand and set a clear intention for it.
• Create a vision board filled with images of things you’d love to experience.
• Spend time in an environment that inspires you — nature, bookstores, museums, etc.

This cycle holds an underlying theme of possibility and perspective. You are encouraged to stretch beyond old limits, release beliefs that keep your world small, and nurture the dreams that spark excitement within you. As the outer world quiets in winter, focus on expanding your vision. Use this cycle to reconnect with your sense of direction, question what you’ve outgrown, and make intentional choices so that you can enter the new year feeling inspired and ready for what’s next.

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