Weekly Astro Forecast: April 12-18
The First New Moon of the Astrological Year Is Your Sign to Begin
🌌 Sunday, April 12th: Moon in Aquarius | Mars conjunct Neptune in Aries at 10:28 PM PT
🏄 Monday, April 13th: Moon enters Pisces at 1:56 AM PT | Venus sextile Jupiter (Taurus/Cancer) at 1:19 AM PT
🗣️ Tuesday, April 14th: Moon in Pisces | Mercury enters Aries at 8:22 PM PT
🔥 Wednesday, April 15th: Moon enters Aries at 7:05 AM PT
♈ Thursday, April 16th: Moon in Aries
🌑 Friday, April 17th: New Moon in Aries at 27°29' at 4:51 AM PT | Moon enters Taurus at 9:33 AM PT
♉ Saturday, April 18th: Moon in Taurus
This is the week you have been waiting for! We are building toward the Aries New Moon on Friday, the very first New Moon of the astrological year, and the energy is nothing short of electric.
This week opens with Mars meeting Neptune in Aries on Sunday night, blending our courage with our spiritual vision in a way that makes the impossible feel suddenly within reach. Venus and Jupiter connect in a gorgeous sextile early Monday morning, opening the door for abundance, love, and deep support. Mercury enters Aries on Tuesday evening, sharpening our thoughts and giving us the confidence to speak our truth. And then on Friday, the New Moon in Aries at 27°29' arrives to plant the most powerful seeds of the year. If you have been waiting for a sign to begin, this is it. This is your week to get clear on what you want and take the first bold step toward it.
🌌 Sunday, April 12th
Moon in Aquarius; Mars conjunct Neptune in Aries at 10:28 PM PT
We kick off this groundbreaking week with the Moon still in Aquarius, giving us a wide angle view of our lives and the changes we are ready to make. But the real magic happens tonight when Mars meets Neptune at 2°39' Aries. This is the first time Mars and Neptune have come together in Aries in our lifetime, and it is activating something brand new. Mars is the planet of action, drive, and willpower. Neptune is the planet of dreams, intuition, and spiritual connection. When they meet, our actions become guided by something bigger than just logic. You might feel a pull toward something you cannot fully explain yet, and that is the point. Trust the pull. This is the universe merging your warrior energy with your spiritual vision. Take inspired action today. Say out loud: “I am ready to move toward what my soul already knows.” Then watch as the path opens in front of you.
🏄 Monday, April 13th
Moon enters Pisces at 1:56 AM PT; Venus sextile Jupiter at 1:19 AM PT
We wake up in entirely different energy today. The Moon slips into Pisces in the early hours, softening everything and inviting us into our feelings, our intuition, and our inner world. At the same time, Venus in Taurus forms a beautiful sextile to Jupiter in Cancer, creating one of the most abundant and nurturing aspects of the month. Venus in Taurus is about what we value, what makes us feel safe, and what brings us pleasure. Jupiter in Cancer expands our sense of home, family, and emotional security. Together, they are opening a door for more love, more comfort, and more of what makes you feel truly supported. Pay attention to what flows easily today. That ease is not a coincidence. It is the universe showing you what is meant for you. Let yourself receive it.
🗣️ Tuesday, April 14th
Moon in Pisces; Mercury enters Aries at 8:22 PM PT
The Pisces Moon continues today, keeping us in reflective, dreamy energy. This is a beautiful day for meditation, creative work, or simply letting your mind wander without an agenda. Pisces energy connects us to the invisible threads that tie everything together, so pay attention to synchronicities, dreams, and those quiet nudges from your intuition. Then this evening, Mercury enters Aries, and our mental energy shifts dramatically. Mercury in Aries is direct, decisive, and unafraid to speak up. After the gentle Pisces fog, this transit is like a shot of espresso for your brain. Ideas will come faster. Conversations will feel bolder. If there is something you have been wanting to say or a decision you have been sitting on, Mercury in Aries gives you the clarity and confidence to move forward.
🔥 Wednesday, April 15th
Moon enters Aries at 7:05 AM PT
The energy officially shifts into high gear this morning when the Moon joins the Sun, Mars, Neptune, Saturn, and now Mercury in Aries. That is a lot of fire in one place, and you will feel it. Aries energy is about initiation, courage, and being willing to go first. Today is the day to start that thing you have been thinking about. Write the first page. Send the email. Make the call. Sign up. Aries does not wait for the perfect moment because Aries knows the perfect moment is right now. The Moon in Aries is building toward Friday's New Moon, so use today to get clear on your intentions. What do you want to create? Who do you want to become? Start writing it down. The universe is listening.
♈ Thursday, April 16th
Moon in Aries
The Moon continues in Aries and we are now in the dark moon phase, the final days before Friday's New Moon. This is sacred time. The dark moon is not about pushing forward. It is about going inward. Even though all that Aries fire might make you want to charge ahead, today is best used for reflection, meditation, and getting crystal clear on what you are ready to call in. Think of this as the moment right before you plant a garden. The soil needs to be prepared. Your intentions need to be refined. What seeds are you planting at tomorrow's New Moon? Be specific. Be bold. And most importantly, believe that what you are asking for is not only possible, it is already on its way.
🌑 Friday, April 17th
New Moon in Aries at 27°29' at 4:51 AM PT; Moon enters Taurus at 9:33 AM PT
This is the big one. The New Moon in Aries at 27°29' is the first New Moon of the astrological year, and it carries the energy of the ultimate fresh start. Aries is the first sign of the zodiac, the sign of new beginnings, independence, and the courage to forge your own path. At 27°29', this New Moon is at the very end of Aries, which means it is carrying the full wisdom of everything Aries season has taught us. You know who you are. You know what you want. Now it is time to commit to it. Set your intentions early this morning. Write them down. Speak them out loud. Light a candle. Do whatever feels sacred to you. This is the moment to plant the seeds that will grow throughout the rest of 2026.
Later this morning, the Moon shifts into Taurus at 9:33 AM PT, grounding all that fiery intention into something real and tangible. Taurus energy helps us slow down and nurture what we have just planted. After the intensity of the New Moon, let Taurus hold you. Eat something nourishing. Go outside. Touch the earth. Your intentions are set. Now it is time to trust the process and let the universe do its part.
♉ Saturday, April 18th
Moon in Taurus
The Moon continues in Taurus, wrapping up our week with steady, grounding energy. After the fire and intensity of the past several days, today is about enjoying the simple things. Taurus reminds us that abundance is not just about achieving. It is about appreciating what is already here. Take today to rest, recharge, and celebrate the intentions you set yesterday. You have done the work. You have planted the seeds. Now let them take root. Trust that everything you set in motion at the New Moon is growing, even when you cannot see it yet.
YOUR TOOLS FOR THE WEEK
🌑 Aries New Moon Workbook: This is the week to work with your Aries New Moon Workbook! The Aries New Moon is the first New Moon of the astrological year and it is one of the most powerful times to set intentions. Our Aries Workbook will guide you through the process of getting clear on what you want, aligning with the energy of this New Moon, and planting seeds that will grow all year long. Shop Moon Workbooks here.
🧘 The Moment App: Head to the Moment App this week to support you through this potent energy. Try the “You're Already Your Future Self” Pep Talk to step into the energy of who you are becoming. Use the “Planting Seeds in Sacred Darkness” Meditation during the dark moon phase on Thursday. And on Friday, activate your New Moon intentions with the “Embrace New Beginnings” Activation. Download the Moment App.
✨ Spirit Daughter Book Event with Cuyana: If you are in the Los Angeles area, join me on Thursday, April 16th at Cuyana in Venice Beach for an incredible evening that is part New Moon circle, part book signing. We will be coming together right before the Aries New Moon to set intentions, connect, and celebrate new beginnings. This is going to be so special and I would love to see you there. Get your tickets here.
🎙️ The Spirit Daughter Podcast: We have two great episodes for you this week! On Tuesday, I read Alyssa Nobriga's natal chart and let me tell you, she has tons of water signs in her chart, so we go deep into emotional intelligence, intuition, and what it means to lead from the heart. Then on Friday, our mini episode goes even deeper into Earth signs, breaking down what makes Taurus, Virgo, and Capricorn so powerful. Whether you are an Earth sign yourself or have Earth signs in your life, these episodes will give you so much insight. Listen wherever you get your podcasts.
📖 Spirit Daughter: The Book: My book Spirit Daughter is available now! This book is the story of my journey from working in a neurogenetics lab to becoming a spiritual teacher, and it is filled with the lessons, tools, and practices that changed my life. Grab your copy wherever books are sold.
Until next week,
Jill