New Moons of 2026 - Guidance and Rituals

The New Moon marks the start of a fresh lunar cycle. A clean slate. A new beginning. A time when Sun and Moon are aligned creating a powerfully potent window for setting intentions.

Each New Moon is a doorway. New Moons are not about instant results but about intentional beginnings and planting of seeds. Each lunation reshapes your path with a pause and reset. Flow with the energies of the Universe.

Set Intentions and Take Action to manifest your life the way you want to live.

Build your life one conscious beginning at a time with clarity, and consistency. Perform a few simple rituals to reconnect with yourself and plant seeds for what you want to manifest.

18 January 2026 - CAPRICORN NEW MOON

• Career Reset, Long-term Goals, Discipline

• Plant seeds for authority, reputation and stability

• Best for commitment- based intentions.

17 February 2026 - AQUARIUS NEW MOON

• New Visions, Unconventional Paths, Future Plans

• Innovation, Community based work, Social Media

• Detach from outdated patterns.

19 March 2026 - PISCES NEW MOON

• Emotional Release, Spiritual Cleansing

• Healing, forgiveness, intuition 

• Ideal for inner self work and surrender

17 April 2026- ARIES NEW MOON

• Fresh beginnings, courage, self- assertion

• Initiate boldly, with forward momentum

• Personal Strength and Independence

16 May 2026 - TAURUS NEW MOON

• Self- worth, stability and finance

• Slow but stable growth and comfort

• Grounding and balancing

15 June 2026- GEMINI NEW MOON

• Communication Reset, learning and networking

• Writing, Speaking, Contracts

• Change of Mindset

14 July 2026- CANCER NEW MOON

• Home, Mother, Family Themes, Roots

• Nurture yourself before nurturing others

• Emotional and Physical Security

12 August 2026- LEO NEW MOON

• Inner Child Healing

• Confidence, Creativity and Self Expression

• Heart- Centred Intentions

11 September 2026 - VIRGO NEW MOON

• Health, Routine, Productivity Reset

• Organise life, detox habits

• Service with boundaries

10 October 2026 - LIBRA NEW MOON

• Relationships, balance and harmony

• New Agreements, Redefining Partnerships

• Fairness and justice over People- pleasing

9 November 2026 - SCORPIO NEW MOON

• Endings and Rebirth

• Shadow Work, Emotional Truth and Transformation

• Powerful manifestations

8 December 2026 - SAGITTARIUS NEW MOON

• Belief Systems, expansion and Higher Learning

• Travel, spiritual clarity and imparting wisdom

• Align vision with truth

Here are easy New Moon rituals you can do anytime, even if you’re busy or feeling overwhelmed.

1. Cleanse Your Space

You don’t need to deep-clean your whole home and get yourself drained. Just clear the energy around you. Declutter what's no longer needed.

• Open your windows

• Light a diya

• Spray rose water or a natural room spray

  
  

Why: Clean space gives clarity to mind.

2. Take a Reset Bath

A warm bath helps your nervous system relax and release emotional tension.

• Add Himalyan salt

• Add lavender or rose essential oil (optional)

• Stay in for 10–15 minutes

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Why: A simple way to release stress and feel calm again.

3. Write Your Intentions

Don’t overthink this. Overthinking gives rise to confusion. Think one step at a time. Thats why we have 12 New Moons. Write what you want to manifest in the next month.

Why: Writing helps your brain focus on what matters.

4. Meditate for 5 Minutes

You don’t need to be perfect at meditation.

Just sit quietly, breathe, and imagine your life moving in the direction you want.

Why: It connects you to your inner guidance.

5. Repeat 3 Affirmations

Choose affirmations that you resonate with.

• “I release what no longer serves me.”

• “I am open to new beginnings.”

• “I trust my inner guidance.”

  
  

Why: This helps you stay focused and grounded through the month.

6. Moon Water

If you want, you can charge water under moonlight and drink it or use it for cleansing gemstones or crystals.

However, if you’re sensitive, you can skip this. The ritual is not mandatory.

If you are travellng or in a tight schedule and don’t have time for all rituals, do this:

1. Clean your space

2. Write 3 intentions

3. Meditate for 5 minutes

That’s it.

Consistency is more important than complexity.

New Moon Plant Guide

1. New Moon in Capricorn

Plant: Sage

(For grounding, clarity, and discipline)

2. New Moon in Aquarius

Plant: Lavender

(For calm, mental clarity, and emotional balance)

3. New Moon in Pisces

Plant: Jasmine

(For intuition, healing, and spiritual peace)

4. New Moon in Aries

Plant: Basil

(For courage, new beginnings, and confidence)

5. New Moon in Taurus

Plant: Rose

(For self-love, comfort, and stability)

6. New Moon in Gemini

Plant: Mint

(For communication, clarity, and mental focus)

7. New Moon in Cancer

Plant: Chamomile

(For emotional healing, calm, and inner safety)

8. New Moon in Leo

Plant: Sunflower

(For confidence, joy, and personal power)

9. New Moon in Virgo

Plant: Aloe Vera

(For healing, purity, and self-care)

10. New Moon in Libra

Plant: Lily

(For balance, harmony, and relationships)

11. New Moon in Scorpio

Plant: Cedar

(For transformation, protection, and emotional strength)

12. New Moon in Sagittarius

Plant: Sagebrush / Rosemary

(For clarity, truth, and expansion)

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Love and Light,

Srishti Sharma