By: Mildren Garcia, Saffron & Sage Intern

The new moon phase occurs every twenty-nine days during which the sun and the moon collide. The new moon phase typically represents a time for new experiences, challenges, or emotional cycles – a more thoughtful period that represents new beginnings and fresh starts for the future. It is a perfect time to think about your growth since the last new moon – a time to identify your ambitions, start new projects, and make goals for the upcoming month. Most people use this period to set up new routines, habits, and visions for the future.

This New moon is a time to release any negative energy, current fears, or any lingering doubts to encourage forward motion and positivity. The new moon's energy is good for preparation and planning. This is an ideal time to start big projects or make drastic decisions that you may have been putting off, allowing for growth and healthy change.

Sagittarius is the ninth zodiac out of twelve zodiac signs, ranging from November 22nd to December 21st. It is a fire sign associated with the constellation Sagittarius. This particular constellation is symbolized by the archer, which in direct Latin translation means Sagittarius. Sagittarius is known for being optimistic, intellectual, curious, and quite adaptable. Sagittarius's ruling planet is Jupiter, giving them a good sense of humor and goodwill.

Sagittarius is a fire sign, which signifies masculine, active, and outwardly expressive energy. Those born in the ninth zodiac are known for bringing light to the world around them and being enthusiastic, excitable, self-oriented, and impatient. Fire signs are known for being brutally honest, persistent, and idealistic of great thoughts and deeds. Because Sagittarius is a mutable fire sign, they tend to be easy-going and accepting of others around them.

The focus of this new moon that occurs on November 23rd is to let go of any negativity and life lessons that may be blocking fresh, constructive growth. It's time to let go and generate uplifting energy so that you can move forward into a new time and stage of your life. Journaling or keeping a diary that allows you to reflect on who you are as a person or what you are experiencing both mentally and emotionally can help you grow during this time.

Writing, reading, or creating art are excellent methods to bring new positivity into your life if you have been putting off taking up new interests. Alternately, if you once engaged in an activity that brought you joy but have stopped, consider picking it up again.

As always, it is never too late to take care of yourself. Whether you are getting ready for the day, eating a beautiful meal, or spending time with people that bring positive energy into your life, make time for the things that bring you joy during this new moon.