EQUINOX: The clean-up continues …

If you've been sensing that you're standing at some kind of cosmic crossroads, you're absolutely right.

The Virgo new moon partial solar eclipse on September 21st wasn't just any lunar event…

Astrologer Natasha Alter described it as “standing on the threshold of untapped possibilities: a culmination of one story and the beginning of a new journey.”

The fact that it fell at the 29th degree makes it especially potent.

In her Virgo New Moon Forecast for the Inner Circle, Natasha explained:

“It’s a culmination of the archetypal energy… the sum total of all the Virgoan qualities and lessons we’ve gathered not only this season, but throughout our lives. Our Virgo mastery, or lack of it, is encapsulated in this conjunction of Sun and Moon.”

In other words, everything Virgo represents: our approach to health, work, service, self-improvement, and the way we bring order to life, has been building to this moment.

The eclipse shines a light on how far we’ve come in these areas, and where there’s still room to grow.

Rather than viewing this as a crisis point, she sees it as MASTERY … like a ripe and juicy fruit that is ready to fall. 🍂

That’s why this is a perfect time to reflect: What lessons have taken root? What habits or insights are worth carrying forward?

This is where the ancient image of “separating the wheat from the chaff” comes in. The harvested grain would be tossed into the air, letting the wind carry away the light, useless husks (the chaff), while the nourishing kernels (the wheat) fell back to the ground.

In the same way, this eclipse invites us to see clearly what strengthens and nourishes us—and what drains or sabotages our growth. 🌾✨

So ask yourself: Which patterns or behaviors are ready to be released as chaff? And which golden seeds will you cultivate into greater nourishment for yourself and others? 🌿

How Each Sign Can Navigate This Eclipse Season 🍃

Our beloved Christopher Renstrom also offered his wisdom for how each sign can work with this energy:

Aries can embrace criticism as guidance for growth.

Taurus reconnects with natural work ethic and service.

Gemini focuses on what actually works at home.

Cancer teaches self-sufficiency rather than enabling dependence.

Leo accepts that success requires ongoing investment.

Virgo steps into mastery without old baggage.

Libra chooses carefully what to allow back in.

Scorpio welcomes like-minded companions.

Sagittarius transforms potential into tangible results.

Capricorn makes time for small, precious moments.

Aquarius becomes a companion to others in difficulty.

Pisces breaks overwhelming situations into manageable steps.

Interested in Christopher's complete insights for your sign?<> I encourage you to listen to his full forecast on the Astrology Hub podcast. 🎧

Preparing for the New Paradigm Post Eclipse 🌱✨

Natasha reminded us we’re still in the “Twilight Zone” leading up to a whole new era in February 2026. Time may feel faster, the future uncertain, with only glimpses of what’s ahead.

That’s why your daily rituals matter more than ever. 🌳

In these intense energies, grounding practices aren’t optional, they’re essential.

Create a rhythm that brings you back to center, over and over. 🌱

Make a list of what truly nourishes you, and what doesn’t.<> Your nervous system needs this clarity and support in these transitional times.

As Natasha emphasized: “It’s a very good time to organize yourself, internally and externally, for whatever you want to accomplish, manifest, or visualize.”

This eclipse offers grace, giving us space to integrate instead of jolting us with sudden change. 🍂

As we stand on the threshold into a new season, remember: you don’t have to have it all figured out.

In fact, it would be impossible to really have it all figured out anyways.

Now is the time to do the daily work to keep yourself clear and grounded, and trust the flow of life that is moving through you.

With love,

Amanda “Pua” Walsh

PS. Christopher’s Cosmic Calendar is now 30% off—a beautiful class that helps you weave your personal timing with the cosmic flow. Inner Circle members can stack their discount, too. The sale ends next week.

PPS. I’ve also opened a small, heart-centered circle “behind the scenes” as I prepare to welcome Life by the Stars into the world. Last week I shared how Venus and Jupiter offered me comfort in a moment of doubt, and this week I’ll be sharing another chapter. If it feels good to you, come join me, Natasha, and a loving group of friends who are walking together through these final months before the “book baby” is born.