New Moon Rituals: How to Set Intentions and Manifest with Lunar Energy

How to Work with the Virgo Solar Eclipse Energy on September 21st

Are you feeling that electric energy in the air? That's because we're about to experience one of the most transformational New Moons of the year!

On September 21st, 2025, the cosmos is delivering us a spectacular New Moon in Virgo that's also a solar eclipse. Talk about cosmic fireworks!

This isn't just any regular fresh start, this is the Universe practically shouting at us to step into our power and create the life we've been dreaming about. Get ready to plant some serious seeds of intention because this magical lunation is here to bless us all with opportunities for healing, growth, and beautiful new beginnings.

What Makes a New Moon So Special?

Think of a New Moon as the Universe hitting the reset button on your life. It's the end of one lunar cycle and the exciting beginning of another: like getting a blank canvas to paint your next chapter.

This is when the moon goes completely dark, creating the perfect energetic space for setting intentions and manifesting your dreams into reality.

Why Virgo Energy is Pure Magic Right Now

Virgo season is all about those beautiful, practical improvements that make life feel so much smoother and more aligned. While other signs might push you toward dramatic overhauls, Virgo whispers, "Hey, let's start with small, loving changes that actually stick."

This earth sign is deeply connected to your body, your daily routines, and your overall well-being. It's the energy that encourages you to declutter that one drawer, try a nourishing new morning ritual, or finally organize your space in a way that brings you peace. Virgo sees the beauty in the details and knows that healing happens one gentle step at a time.

Right now, this New Moon is inviting you to reconnect with yourself on the deepest level. It's asking you to tune into your intuition, release old patterns that no longer serve you, and embrace a more intentional way of being.

Instead of trying to fix everything at once, Virgo energy says, "What's one small thing you can do today to show yourself love?" This is about celebrating your wellness journey and honoring your body as the sacred temple it truly is.

The Eclipse Twist: Extra Cosmic Power!

Here's where things get even more exciting: this New Moon is also a solar eclipse! This means the Universe is amplifying the fresh-start energy and adding an element of beautiful surprise to the mix. Eclipses are like cosmic portals that fast-track your growth and bring unexpected opportunities your way.

Since we're in eclipse season, the key is to be the observer, not the absorber of any chaos around you. Use September 21st for gentle reflection and intention-setting, then take inspired action in the days that follow.

The Exact Timing (Plus a Little Eclipse Science)

If you like precision with your cosmic events: this New Moon lands at 3:54 PM ET (12:54 PM PT), at 29 degrees and 5 minutes of Virgo, the very last degree of the sign. Astrologers call this the "anaretic degree," a point of completion, where you're asked to fully embody a sign's lessons before moving into the next chapter.

• The bigger pattern – This is the fourth eclipse in a Virgo-Pisces series that began in September 2024 and runs through February 2027. It opposes Saturn and Neptune while forming a supportive angle with Uranus and Pluto: responsibilities and boundaries (Saturn) and how clearly you're seeing a situation (Neptune) are being tested, while sudden insight (Uranus) and deep transformation (Pluto) work in your favor.
• Echoes from the past – Solar eclipses at this same degree of Virgo also occurred in 2006, 1987, and 1968, so if you were around for those, it's worth a moment of reflection on what was shifting for you back then.
• A double New Moon – This wasn't the only Virgo New Moon of 2025. A regular New Moon in Virgo also fell on August 23rd, which means this eclipse effectively closes a loop that started a month earlier.
• Where it was visible – This eclipse was only visible in person from parts of the South Pacific and Antarctica, including New Zealand, Australia, Fiji, Samoa, and Tonga. If you're reading this from the US like most of our community, you experienced it energetically rather than visually, and that's completely normal. For any future eclipse that does cross your area, never look directly at the sun without certified eclipse glasses.

What This Eclipse Means for Your Sign

Curious how this lands for you specifically? Read for your sun sign and, if you know it, your rising sign too, since eclipses tend to touch both. Once you know your placements, our zodiac jewelry collection has a piece designed for every sign.

• Aries – This eclipse lights up your daily routines and health habits. A habit you've been avoiding may finally get addressed, gently.
• Taurus – Creativity and joy take center stage. If a hobby or passion project has been calling you, this is a lovely time to answer.
• Gemini – Home and family themes surface. You may feel pulled to create more stability or peace within your living space.
• Cancer – Conversations and everyday connections carry extra weight. A talk you've been putting off might finally happen, and it'll likely go better than expected.
• Leo – Money and self-worth are in focus. This is a good season to get honest about your spending, saving, or how you value your own work.
• Virgo – This one is deeply personal. The eclipse lands in your own sign, making this a genuine identity reset, not just a seasonal check-in.
• Libra – Rest and release are calling. Whatever you've been quietly holding onto, this eclipse invites you to finally set it down.
• Scorpio – Friendships and community shift. You may outgrow a group dynamic or find a new one that fits who you're becoming.
• Sagittarius – Career and reputation take the spotlight. A shift in how others see your work, or how you want to be seen, is likely.
• Capricorn – Beliefs and bigger-picture thinking come alive. A new perspective, a trip, or further learning could reshape how you see things.
• Aquarius – Shared resources and deep intimacy are highlighted. This might mean renegotiating finances with a partner or getting closer to someone new.
• Pisces – Partnerships take priority. A one-on-one relationship, romantic or professional, may reach a turning point worth paying attention to.

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5 Beautiful Ways to Work with This New Moon Energy

1. Create Your Sacred Reset Space - Take just ten minutes to declutter one small area of your home, maybe that nightstand or kitchen counter that's been calling for attention. As you clear the physical space, imagine you're also clearing energetic space for new opportunities to flow in.
2. Write Your Release & Intention List - Grab a journal and write down 3-5 habits or thought patterns you're ready to lovingly release. Then flip the page and write your gentle intentions for the month ahead. Keep it simple and achievable, Virgo loves practical magic!
3. Nourish Your Beautiful Body - Prepare a simple, wholesome meal with ingredients that make you feel vibrant and alive. As you cook, infuse it with gratitude for your body and all it does for you. This is Virgo self-care at its finest.
4. Take a Mindful Evening Walk - Step outside and take a slow, intentional walk while noticing how the season is shifting around you. Let yourself absorb only what feeds your soul - the beauty of nature, the crisp air, the sense of possibility in each step.
5. Light a Candle for Your Dreams - Find a quiet moment to light a candle and speak one small, achievable intention out loud. Remember the mantra: "I only absorb what feeds my becoming - and that is love, joy, and abundance." Let the candlelight represent the spark of your new beginning.

Crystals to Support Your Virgo Eclipse Reset

Rituals feel even more grounding when you have something physical to hold onto. If you want an anchor for the intentions you're setting this New Moon, a few crystals pair especially well with Virgo's earthy, detail-loving energy.

• Moonstone – The natural choice for any new moon ritual. It's the stone most associated with fresh starts and inner knowing, so keeping a piece near your journal, or wearing moonstone jewelry while you write your release list, helps you stay connected to your intuition as you set intentions.
• Black Tourmaline & Obsidian – Because Virgo is an earth sign, grounding stones matter even more during eclipse season, when energy can feel unpredictable. Both are known for protective, steadying qualities, ideal for the "observer, not absorber" mindset this eclipse calls for. Tuck one in your pocket during your mindful evening walk, or place it by your front door.
• Citrine & Amethyst – Gentle allies for the mental clarity and follow-through Virgo does so well. Citrine supports motivation and clear thinking, so it's lovely to hold while writing your intentions. Amethyst deepens intuition and calm, a natural fit for your candle ritual or evening meditation.
• Combine a few at once – Laying a few of these stones out in a simple crystal grid around your journal or candle amplifies each stone's intention. Our step-by-step crystal grid guide shows you how to set one up even if you've never tried it before.
• Lean into Virgo specifically – If Virgo shows up strongly in your chart, whether as your sun, moon, or rising sign, our Virgo collection was built around that same steady, practical energy.
• New to crystals? – Our crystal guide for beginners walks you through choosing your first pieces, and our guide to cleansing crystals shows you how to clear any stone before this ritual. Our crystal zodiac guide breaks down what works best for Virgo and each of the other eleven signs.
• Shop the ritual in your favorite format – Every crystal above comes in more than one wearable form. Browse crystal bracelets, crystal necklaces, crystal rings, or crystal earrings if you'd rather wear your intention than just set it down. Prefer something unset? Our raw crystals collection keeps things simple, and our zodiac jewelry collection pairs a piece to every sign.

Journal Prompts to Go Deeper

If you're doing ritual #2 above (the release and intention list) and want a few more specific questions to sit with, try these:

• Where have I been striving for perfection instead of just making progress?
• What's one daily habit that would make my life noticeably calmer if I finally started it?
• What am I still carrying that isn't mine to carry anymore?
• If I only had energy for one meaningful change this season, what would it be?
• What would it look like to trust myself the way I trust my favorite people?

You don't need to answer all five. Even sitting with one of these for a few quiet minutes counts.

Your Next Beautiful Step

The most magical thing about this New Moon? You don't need to be perfect: you just need to start.

Pick one tiny action that feels good to your soul and trust that small, consistent steps create the most lasting transformations.

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Written by:

Inês Alessandra

Meet Inês Alessandra, our Copywriting Team Lead and gem expert. Inês combines her deep knowledge of gemstones with a passion for nature to enrich our content. Her insights connect the beauty of gems with spiritual and mindful living, making her an invaluable part of our team.

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