April 17, 2026 at 4:52 am is a new Moon in Aries. Fire sign Aries rules the first house of self-image and self-expression. Aries is a brave pioneer who is ready to take the initiative, especially now during a dynamic stellium of the new Moon, Sun, Mercury, Mars, Saturn, Neptune, and Chiron all in Aries. Luck is with you to take action while no planets are retrograde until May 6, and Mercury won’t be retrograde until the end of June.
This spring of Fire Horse year brings even more fiery energy for bold new steps, to open new doors, and take swift action. Now is not the time for rumination or reflection. Instead, find your courage and make decisive moves to pursue your goals. Contact me for your tarot card reading or astrology forecast about your best direction.
This new Moon begins the lunar month of the Water Dragon. Dragon is the most powerful sign of the Chinese zodiac, and is considered very fortunate. Shapeshifter Dragon can become small as a silkworm or large enough to fill the entire sky. So be big and fill the sky! Do not diminish your light in any way. The element Water adds depth of emotion, compassion, even strategic intelligence. It will be easier to follow your intuition and instincts as you move towards success.
Adding to this uniquely good fortune is that Mercury, Mars, Saturn, and Neptune make a harmonious sextile to Pluto in Aquarius whereby your actions lead to rebirth and transformation. And Uranus (in the last degree of Taurus before it enters Gemini) trines Pluto. Positive evolution leads to a greater understanding of your goals and accomplishments. You can more easily make corrective change as you quickly move forward. The movement you make this spring can enrich the rest of your life.
Transformational progress is for all, and is strongest for the fire signs Aries, Leo, and Sagittarius and those born in Rat, Dragon, Snake, Horse, and Monkey years.
Happy new Moon,
Susan
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