The new moon in Libra takes place on October 2. Astrologer Donna Page says it will make you crave intimacy and swear off drama. Two signs will feel it most.

It’s all thanks to the new moon in Libra, which is taking place on October 2, 2024. During this new moon, you’re going to crave peace and harmony, running at a full sprint in the other direction when drama surfaces, according to Donna Page, a certified astrologer in Atlanta.

“A solar eclipse is a powerful astrological event that marks a significant moment of change, new beginnings, and transformation, amplified by the energy of the new moon,” says O’Connor. “Since this eclipse occurs in Libra, the sign of balance, relationships, and harmony, its effects will be strongly felt in these areas.”

There may be some rough waters you need to navigate or issues you need to confront in your important social circles.

This baño (bath ritual) for the new moon in Libra on Oct. 2 at 2:49 p.m. ET is great for getting grounded and finding balance.

As if the past few weeks were already not cosmically crucial enough for Libra placements, in now comes the new moon solar eclipse, set to truly shake things up

On October 2, 2024, the New Moon in Libra emphasizes setting new intentions and fostering harmony in relationships. This celestial event encourages balance, diplomacy, and inner peace, making it an ideal time to focus on improving connections and manifesting fairness in all areas of life.

Pluto acts like a chef, observing what people are hungry for and quietly shaping the experience. At 29 degrees during this eclipse, Pluto pushes us to be thoughtful about what we bring to the table. If you have the chance to share your perspective, I encourage you to do so. But remember that most communication happens without words.

The new moon in Libra will occur on October 2, 2024. “This new moon marks the beginning of a new lunar cycle – and with it being in the sign of Libra, it focuses heavily on themes related to balance, relationships, and harmony,” says Fire + Alchemy astrologist, Erika O’Connor.

While in astrology, not everything is written in the stars (due to, of course, the universal and natural law of free will), solar eclipses do bring a “fated or destined” energy, mixing the past with the present and the future.