What Does the New Moon Solar Eclipse in Aries Mean?
The New Moon Solar Eclipse in Aries on March 29, 2025, ushers in a powerful moment of endings, beginnings, and soul-level activation. With the motivational drive of Aries and the renewing force of the recent Spring Equinox, our personal power and spiritual gifts are being awakened. As the Moon conjuncts Mercury and Neptune, we must stay mindful of possible distractions and mental rabbit holes. The day after this eclipse, Neptune enters Aries for the first time in over 150 years. This generational shift is not only manifesting in the collective world around us, but also in our personal lives. Our dreams and visions for the future no longer exist merely in our imagination—we now have the power to make them a reality through aligned action.
With the South Node in Virgo, navigating this transition also requires letting go of outdated ways of seeking control and rationalizing excuses for why things are not possible. This new reality we are being invited into not only supports unlimited possibilities—it is cutting out anything that no longer aligns with this new frequency. Be open to what is activating for you at this time. You may not understand it right now, but you are simply being asked to receive it. Let go of past versions of yourself that do not align with this new vibration. This is your path, and you are being encouraged to own it. Pluto is also giving us an opportunity to align ourselves with his transformational energy in Aquarius, the sign of revolution and liberation.
Allow yourself to bloom in this energy of renewal, spiritual activation, and bring your soul’s vision to life.
Key Astrological Aspects: What Energies Are at Play?
Moon Conjunct Mercury Rx and Neptune
Neptune conjunct this eclipse is helping us align our actions with our soul’s path. As it also conjuncts Mercury in retrograde, we may be faced with distractions and thought loops, potentially leading us to old thinking patterns and self-doubt. It can be easy to compare ourselves to others and acknowledge the things we do or don’t have, but it’s important to remember that this path is yours and yours alone.
Neptune Enters Aries
The day after this eclipse, Neptune makes its way into Aries for the first time in over 150 years. For the past 14 years, Neptune has been in Pisces, allowing our imaginations to flow freely and visualize the life we want to live. Now in Aries, Neptune is inviting us to put down the vision boards and get to work—make it happen. This isn’t just a dream; it’s your soul’s divine plan. Whatever you have been called to do, it’s not a coincidence.
Virgo South Node
Leaning into this new reality where the unimaginable is inevitable, we are being asked to expand our understanding of the universe. Things may not look how we thought they would, and we may also realize we don’t have much control over them either. Instead of overanalyzing situations, how can we learn to accept them and trust that everything is working out for our highest good?
Moon Sextile Pluto
There is no doubt that we are being transformed as the Moon also makes a sextile to Pluto. This aspect serves as a reminder that we are in an ongoing cycle of change, as Pluto is still getting settled in his new journey through Aquarius. Pluto’s transit through Aquarius is a portal guiding us toward the freedom to be unique, supporting us on our path toward true authenticity, and expanding the collective consciousness. This eclipse is a powerful point in this evolutionary process.
Rituals for the New Moon Solar Eclipse in Aries
While New Moons are times of new beginnings, it’s not recommended to start anything new or perform manifestation rituals during an eclipse. The energy around eclipses can be volatile and unpredictable, so it’s best to hold off on starting anything new if possible. Instead, we can use this period to rest, reflect, process, and let go.
Self-care ideas and practices for the New Moon Solar Eclipse:
- Gentle yoga – Any soft, slow movement is favored at this time. The intention is to get heavy emotions and stagnant energy out of the body, and in my opinion, yoga is the best way to do this. If you can find a yin yoga or restorative yoga class in your area, this is a perfect time to go!
- Reflect – Every lunation is a beautiful time for reflecting on the passing cycle. Whether it’s through meditation, a deep conversation with a good soul friend, or journaling—use this opportunity to process what is coming up for you right now, what’s being closed out, and what is being initiated.
- Cleansing – Burning incense, smudging, and taking salt baths are ways that I personally energetically cleanse myself and my space. Eclipses are powerful energetic portals, and as spiritual beings, we can easily become overwhelmed as we pick up on these frequencies. It’s highly important that we take care of our mind, body, and spirit during this time.
- Letting go – A new chapter is beginning, and we can honor that by lovingly releasing the things that are not coming with us. The things that are being eclipsed out of our lives served an important role in this part of our journey. Send love and gratitude to them and make space for what’s to come.
New Moon Affirmations to Embody the Energy of This Solar Eclipse in Aries
- I honor the endings that create space for aligned beginnings.
- My identity is allowed to evolve.
- It is safe to let go of old versions of myself.
- I don’t need permission to forge my own path.
- I have the power to make my dreams come true.
New Moon Journal Prompts for the Solar Eclipse in Aries
- What is distracting me from my soul’s path?
- What has my soul been calling me to do for the past couple of years? Has it evolved?
- Where in my life are perfectionism and overanalyzing keeping me from moving forward?
- How has my sense of self evolved over the past couple of years?
As I write this, I am deep in the shadow of this eclipse energy. If you’re sensitive to planetary movements like I am, I hope you are giving yourself so much love and grace as we move slowly through this period. Fated endings and divinely guided new beginnings can be challenging, but they are also sacred. Even if you don’t experience any immediate changes in your life around this time, this energy will bleed into the next six months. Be open to what plans the universe has for you, even if they don’t look like how you expect them to. Trust that this is your path, and that the events that take place over the next few months are going to shift the trajectory of your whole life for your highest good.
You are ready for this.
The time is now.
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