The overall mood of the day

The Sun in Scorpio and the new Moon in the same sign invite you to look deeper than usual. For Pisces, a sign sensitive to the moods around them, this may be a day when you notice which thoughts truly belong to you. Mercury is retrograde in Scorpio, so not everything has to be finished today. It is a good moment to review what you have already started, rather than immediately beginning something new.

Imagine that in the morning you receive a message from a friend who is worried and you want to help them with everything at once. A calmer response is to listen first, then ask one concrete question and agree on when you will look at it together. In this way your care stays warm and you also keep room for your own planning. It is a practical way to handle today's energy without losing yourself in someone else's story.

Love and connection

Venus is retrograde in Libra, which can invite you to take another look at what you truly value in a relationship. If you have a partner, this Monday may be a good moment for a brief check-in. Perhaps you ask what your partner needs this week, or you indicate that you would like a quiet evening. A sentence such as: I would like to be quiet together with you this evening, can give a lot of rest without becoming a reproach.

For those who are single, this day may be mainly about openness without haste. Perhaps you feel a small pang of longing when you see couples. Try to name that feeling rather than pushing it away. You can also simply reach out today to someone you have known for a long time, for a coffee or a short conversation, without an expectation. In this way room arises to get to know each other better, at your own pace.

Work, study and new opportunities

Mars and Jupiter are both in Leo, which in this reading points to energy, visibility and a clear wish to show something. For Pisces who work in care, education or communication, this may mean many requests. It is a good day to choose three priorities and consciously let the rest wait. Not every request is urgent, even if it sounds that way. A short plan at the start of the day can give a lot of peace.

For students, this Monday may be the day to cut an assignment into small steps. Begin with a sketch of the introduction instead of waiting for the perfect sentence. For anyone looking for work, a conversation with a former colleague may be valuable. Do not ask for a job right away, but listen to what that person most values about working in the field. Such conversations often bring clarity about the next step.

Wellbeing, rest and energy

For general wellbeing, this day is an opportunity to take a step back in pace, without letting go of your responsibilities. If you feel a great deal of empathy, you may become physically tired after busy contacts. A short pause with a cup of tea, a few minutes outside or some calm breathing moments can help you reconnect with yourself. This concerns general care for your daily energy and is not medical advice. If you have complaints, please contact a doctor or healthcare provider.

Movement you enjoy, such as a walk along the water or a gentle bike ride, fits well with the mood of this day. Fixed routines also help: going to bed on time, eating a meal with attention and keeping a diary that is not overfull. Today, schedule one moment that belongs only to you, for example fifteen minutes without your phone. Small habits are often more powerful than big resolutions, especially in a period full of stimuli.

The Moon and the daily mood

Today there is a new Moon in Scorpio, which begins at 08:02. The Moon is not illuminated at this moment and is waxing. The Moon's position is an astronomical fact; what we make of it is a creative interpretation: a moment to let go of old worries and begin again. For Pisces this may mean noticing which emotions truly belong to you and which you have picked up from your surroundings.

The next lunar phase is the first quarter on 17 November 2026. In the meantime, you can choose an optional moment in which you say: this is mine, and this may remain with the other person. In this way the Moon's position becomes a personal guideline for living with warmth and clarity. You do not need to do anything special for it. A quiet moment with a cup of tea, a short note in your diary or a walk may be enough to hold on to this feeling.

Moon phase

Moon phase

Waxing crescent

9 November 2026 · 12:00 Europe/Amsterdam
Illuminated portion: 0.2% · Scorpio

Next full moon: 24 November 2026 at 15:54

Next new moon: 9 December 2026 at 01:52

Source: Astronomy Engine / USNO

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