Saturn’s purpose is to make us the strongest version of ourselves. And each time we’re willing to face what embarrasses or scares us – a pit filled with spiders, snakes, a vulnerable conversation with someone close to us – we become just a little bit stronger.

The Sun and Saturn offer new solutions to unhealthy habits; Venus and Neptune dispel illusions in relationship and finance; and Mercury trines the North Node – how can teamwork light up individuality? The Aquarius First Quarter Moon moves us, unmasked, toward our recent New Moon intentions. And April answers a listener question about dealing with awkward questions about astrology.

The Scorpio New Moon symbolizes the mysteries that lie beyond our earthly perception. This year, it falls on the day that Mexicans celebrate Dia de los Muertos, the Day of the Dead. It’s a day to honor loved ones who’ve passed away, with altars of remembrance or even by taking a picnic lunch to the cemetery to share a “fellowship feast” with loved ones. During this New Moon, build stronger relationships by taking the time to share meals with family, friends, and maybe ancestors.