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Aquarius New Moon and the Year of the Wood Snake
January’s new moon in Aquarius coincides with the start of the Chinese New Year—the Year of the Wood Snake. Together, these events signal a period of transformation and calculated progress. With Aquarius known for its futuristic vision and innovation, this lunation emphasises change and new beginnings, especially in areas that challenge outdated ways of thinking. The Wood Snake complements these shifts through powerful change that is both deliberate and impactful.
Social Media Makeover and Free Speech
Aquarius influences technology, social media, and the exchange of ideas, and we’re already seeing major shifts in these areas, with Pluto’s move into Aquarius transforming how we interact online. Meta’s recent shift away from its signature square grid and the rise of longer-form reels reflect the Aquarian theme of “thinking outside the square.” Even the ongoing focus on TikTok reflects Aquarian themes of change in our social media landscape (its disappearance and reappearance happened during Mars retrograde—a classic example of how retrogrades tend to boomerang things back). With the New Moon in Aquarius, these online advancements are being energetically supercharged.
Freedom of speech and the flow of information—key Aquarian themes—are also at the forefront. This lunation could bring renewed attention to debates about censorship and access to knowledge, reminding us of the importance of transparency in shaping our collective future.
A Call for Humanitarian Action
Aquarius is also the sign of community and humanitarianism. This new moon encourages us to look beyond ourselves and think about how we can support others. We could witness a large-scale humanitarian effort, as Aquarius energy often initiates collective compassion and the drive to create positive change. However, Aquarius also carries a duality. While it pushes for kindness and unity, it can also reveal division and selfishness when people fear change or cling too tightly to personal priorities. As a fresh lunar cycle and the Year of the Wood Snake begins, humanity faces a crossroads. With this new moon, we’re invited to consider how we can balance our individual interests with those of the greater good.
By Natasha Weber aka AstroTash