The Sacred In-Between: A Soulful Journey Through Fire, Fog, and Rebirth
- Shannyn Rhodes
- Mar 29
- 11 min read

We’re entering a powerful energetic portal of a Partial Solar Eclipse of the New Moon in Aries, alongside Mercury conjunct Neptune and Mercury’s shift out of Aries. This isn’t just surface-level astrology. It’s a soul-level recalibration.
The Aries New Moon and Eclipse is bold and catalytic. Aries is the initiator raw, instinctive, alive. Eclipses bring fated shifts, and this one may ignite major changes around identity, purpose, relationships, or direction. It’s not a time for passive intention-setting it’s a cosmic reroute. Whatever falls away, let it. Whatever rises, trust it’s meant to.
But while Aries stokes your inner fire, Mercury drifts into Neptune’s dreamy haze. You may feel more intuitive, creative, and emotionally sensitive than usual. This is a beautiful moment for journaling, Tarot, meditation, and listening to your inner knowing. But clarity? That’s another story. Neptune can blur the lines. Misunderstandings and confusion are likely so go slow. Don’t rush decisions. Let your intuition speak, but verify before you act.
As Mercury exits Aries, your thoughts may shift from direct and fast to reflective and tender. After all the fire and fog, this transition invites you to pause and process. Let your nervous system breathe.
This is a potent moment of endings, beginnings, and in-between spaces. Move gently. Feel deeply. Trust the unfolding.
Mercury Meets Neptune: Misty Minds & Mystic Messages
Have you ever had one of those days where your thoughts feel like they’re floating in a dream where the veil between logic and intuition thins, and everything seems just a little... softer, blurrier, more poetic?
Welcome to the energy of Mercury conjunct Neptune, especially potent as it plays out in the sign of Pisces, the dreamweaver of the zodiac.
When Mercury (planet of thoughts, words, and mental processes) cozies up to Neptune (planet of spirituality, illusion, and dreams), it’s like a fog descends but within that mist lies something magical. Yes, clarity may be hard to come by, but so is the ordinary. This is the kind of astrology that whispers in symbols, speaks through dreams, and dances through the imagination. It’s not logical but it is deeply intuitive.
If you’ve been feeling spaced out, forgetful, or unsure of what’s real and what’s fantasy you're not going crazy, you're just tuned into Neptune’s frequency. And while that might not be ideal for decision-making or hard conversations, it’s perfect for journaling, meditating, daydreaming, painting, channeling, or pulling cards. The universe is more likely to speak to you in metaphor right now, so listen with your inner ear.
On the flip side, Neptune can bring confusion and even deception. Things may not be what they seem. Words can be misunderstood, and boundaries may get blurry. If you’re navigating something important contracts, big conversations, major decisions this isn’t the moment to rush in. Trust your instincts, yes, but also wait for the fog to lift before acting. Discernment is your best friend right now.
And just as we’re drifting in this Neptunian dreamspace, Mercury decides it’s time for a change.
After a stint in fiery, no-nonsense Aries, Mercury moves on marking a shift in how we think and speak. Aries gave us bold, assertive energy. Straight talk, quick reactions, and a sharp tongue, perhaps. But with Mercury leaving Aries (and especially after its brush with Neptune), we’re likely to feel a bit mentally wobbly like a hangover from too much cosmic wine.
The good news? That shift brings some relief. The fog begins to thin, and the mind begins to recalibrate. What once felt muddled may start to make sense. We may not leap into action quite as quickly, but we’re more likely to process things with softness, reflection, and a deeper sense of emotional intelligence.
So if you're feeling like you're in two worlds at once one grounded, one ethereal you’re right on cue. This is the dance between Mercury’s logic and Neptune’s magic. Let yourself float for a moment. Let the dreams come through. But keep one foot on the ground while you do it.
A Bold Beginning: The Partial Solar Eclipse & New Moon in Aries
There’s something electrifying in the air this week, isn’t there? That quiet anticipation, that subtle restlessness as if life is on the edge of a breakthrough. That’s the energy of a Partial Solar Eclipse in Aries, paired with a fiery New Moon, and it’s here to shake things up in the most profound, soul-stirring way.
If you’ve been feeling a bit off-kilter, maybe emotional or unsure of where you’re headed, you’re not alone. Solar eclipses tend to do that. They temporarily block out the Sun our main source of light and clarity which can leave us in the dark, literally and energetically. But this isn’t darkness for the sake of confusion. It’s the kind of darkness that precedes a powerful rebirth.
Now, throw Aries into the mix and we’re talking serious momentum. Aries is the first sign of the zodiac the spark, the ignition, the divine “Yes!” that sets things in motion. It’s bold, independent, and unapologetically direct. When a New Moon (symbolising new beginnings) meets an eclipse in Aries, we’re not talking about a gentle reset. This is a cosmic shove toward your next chapter.
You might suddenly feel the urge to make a big decision or change direction entirely. You may wake up one morning and think, I can’t do this anymore whether “this” is a job, a relationship, a pattern of self-doubt, or even just a way of being that no longer fits. That’s eclipse energy speaking. It doesn’t ask for permission it reroutes you toward what your soul truly wants, not what your ego thinks is safe.
But here’s the thing: eclipses aren’t the best time for setting intentions in the way we usually do during a New Moon. It’s more about listening than acting. Think of it like standing at a train station where the destination is unknown but the train? It’s already pulling in. You don’t need to know where it’s going just yet. You only need to decide whether you’re willing to get on.
Emotionally, this can bring up a lot. Aries energy is fiery and fast-moving, but the eclipse might slow things down just enough to make us sit with our feelings. It might surface buried frustrations or an urgency to make things happen. Just remember: you’re not behind. You’re exactly where you’re meant to be. Take a breath. Feel it all. Then let clarity come through in its own time.
Spiritually, this is an invitation to shed the masks. To release the outdated stories about who you are or who you’re supposed to be. Aries doesn’t carry old versions of itself. It burns brightly in the now. This moment asks: Who are you when you’re no longer trying to be anything other than yourself?
And yes, there may be surprises. Eclipses tend to fast-forward timelines. Conversations, endings, or opportunities you thought were months away might land right now. It can feel chaotic, but there’s always a deeper order underneath. Trust that what’s leaving is making space for what’s meant to arrive.
So if you feel the pull to start over, to take a leap, to honour a truth you’ve been quiet about know that the cosmos is echoing that urge. Just take it slow. Rest. Reflect. Let the dust settle. Then, when the light returns, step forward with intention.
This is a powerful time to reconnect with your inner fire, to honour your courage, and to walk boldly into whatever comes next.
A few gentle reminders for this time:
Don’t believe everything you think. Some of it may be divine insight, some may be illusion. Give it space to unfold.
Write down your dreams. You may be receiving messages in subtle ways.
Pause before replying. Communication can get tangled under this influence, so take your time.
Create, channel, express. Art, music, poetry, Tarot, this is where the energy wants to go.
Let this be a sacred pause a moment to slip between the lines of logic and listen to what your soul is saying underneath it all.
Here are journal prompts inspired by the key energetic themes woven through todays cosmic energies designed to support reflection, intuition, and alignment during this potent cosmic portal:
Aries Partial Eclipse of the New Moon
Prompt: What bold new beginning is calling to me even if it feels uncomfortable or unfamiliar?
Why it matters:This Solar Eclipse and New Moon in Aries initiates a deeply karmic rebirth. Aries represents raw instinct, courage, and the first spark of life it’s about stepping into the unknown before you feel fully “ready.” Identifying what’s calling you, even if it scares you, brings that spark into conscious awareness.
How to work with it:Set aside time to journal without filtering. Start with “If I wasn’t afraid, I would…” and let the answers flow. Then, take one small, grounded step in that direction remembering that clarity comes through action, not before it.
Eclipse Season: Endings & Letting Go
Prompt: What am I being invited to release, in order to make room for alignment?
Why it matters:Eclipses clear what’s outgrown or misaligned often abruptly. Conscious reflection on what needs to be released gives you agency in the letting go, helping you work with the energy instead of resisting it.
How to work with it:Make a list of what feels heavy, stuck, or no longer true for you. Then, write a release letter (you don’t need to send it) or perform a simple fire ritual burning a written symbol of what you’re ready to release under safe conditions. Close by saying aloud what you are making space for.
Mercury Conjunct Neptune
Prompt: What would it feel like to trust my inner knowing more deeply?
Why it matters:With Mercury and Neptune blending in Pisces, intuition is heightened but so is the potential for confusion. Exploring how trust feels (rather than what you “should” trust) shifts your focus from seeking external certainty to strengthening internal wisdom.
How to work with it:Reflect on times when your intuition guided you well. Journal about where in your body you feel a “yes” or a “no.” Then, try asking your inner knowing a question before sleep or meditation and write down what surfaces, even if it’s symbolic.
Mercury’s Shift: Mental Realignment
Prompt: How can I create more space for stillness, clarity, and integration?
Why it matters:As Mercury slows and exits Aries, your mind needs rest after intensity. Without space for stillness, insights get missed and nervous system overload can occur. This prompt helps you consciously build in integration time.
How to work with it:Audit your mental space: Are you overconsuming? Overplanning? Choose one area like your morning or evening routine to invite more quiet. Try breathwork, walking without your phone, or even five minutes of silence with a cup of tea.
Navigating the In-Between
Prompt: Where do I feel stretched between action and stillness and what does that tension reveal?
Why it matters:This entire cosmic moment blends fire (Aries) with fog (Neptune), making it hard to know when to act or when to wait. Honouring the tension rather than trying to resolve it allows space for insight to emerge.
How to work with it:Draw two columns: one for where you feel called to act, and one for where you feel pulled to pause. Then reflect on what each side is asking of you and whether there’s a middle ground. Often, clarity is born not in choosing one or the other, but in learning to hold both.
Here is a guided meditation and a set of integrated affirmations aligned with the energy of the Partial Solar Eclipse and New Moon in Aries, Mercury conjunct Neptune, and Mercury’s transition out of Aries. This experience is crafted to support grounded presence, intuitive clarity, and soul-led renewal.
Guided Meditation: Fire, Fog, and Becoming
A Soulful Journey Through the Eclipse Portal
Preparation:Find a quiet space where you can sit or lie down comfortably. You may wish to light a candle, burn incense, or place a hand on your heart. Gently close your eyes and bring your awareness inward.
1. Grounding Into Presence
Begin by taking a deep breath in through your nose…and exhaling softly through your mouth.Let your breath become steady and slow, anchoring you to this moment.
Imagine a soft golden light gathering at the base of your spine. With each exhale, feel it moving down into the earth, rooting you into the here and now. You are safe. You are held. You are here.
Affirm:I am exactly where I need to be. I trust the unfolding of my path.
2. Awakening the Inner Fire
Now, bring your attention to your core.Envision a gentle flame igniting within the spark of Aries energy.This flame is warm, steady, alive. It represents your courage, your truth, your next chapter.
With each breath, feel this flame grow brighter.
Ask silently or aloud:What bold beginning is rising in me?
Let images, emotions, or simple knowing arise.
Affirm:I am ready to begin again with courage and clarity.I allow my soul to lead the way, even when the path is unknown.I release what no longer aligns and welcome what is meant for me.
3. Entering the Fog
Now imagine a soft mist surrounding your flame not dimming it, but inviting mystery.This is Neptune’s energy.The place where logic dissolves, and intuition awakens.
Let your mind soften. Let thoughts float.Breathe slowly. Gently. Curiously.Feel into your body. What whispers live in your heart?
Ask:What message is my inner knowing trying to share with me right now?
Let the answer come not through the mind, but through sensation, feeling, or image.
Affirm:My intuition speaks in symbols, sensations, and silence and I am learning to listen.I trust the wisdom that lives beyond logic.I give myself permission to pause, reflect, and receive.
4. Honoring the Shift
As Mercury begins to move out of Aries, allow your inner fire and soft mist to coexist.Feel yourself resting in the in-between where integration happens,where thoughts soften,where truth gently lands.
This is a space of surrender, of recalibration, of sacred pause.
Affirm:I balance action with stillness, fire with reflection. My mind is softening. My heart is opening. My truth is becoming clear.I move forward in alignment with both purpose and peace.
5. Returning with Clarity and Grace
Begin to draw your awareness back to your body.Notice the rhythm of your breath.Feel the ground beneath you.
Bring one or both hands to your heart.Feel the warmth there. The steadiness. The knowing.
Affirm:I am exactly where I need to be.I trust the unfolding of my path.And I welcome the becoming that is already in motion.
When you’re ready, gently blink your eyes open.Move slowly. Stay soft. And carry this energy with you.
So What’s the Bigger Picture?
This isn’t just a week of small astrological shifts. This is a full-bodied energetic moment one that blends fire with fog, clarity with confusion, action with surrender. So if you’re feeling stretched between wanting to leap forward and needing to rest in the unknown, you’re not doing it wrong. You’re in perfect alignment with the cosmic weather.
Here’s what’s rising :
Major New Beginnings Are Brewing. The Aries eclipse is a soul-level reset. What begins now may alter your course in the most profound ways.
Old Cycles Are Closing. Eclipses often bring endings that feel fated. If something falls away, let it go with trust it’s clearing the way for something more aligned.
Intuition Is Heightened but So Is Confusion. With Mercury conjunct Neptune, you're being asked to feel more than think. Truth may come in symbols and synchronicities not spreadsheets.
Impulses Are High. Aries wants action, now. But Neptune clouds the view. Don’t leap without looking. Let clarity come in its own divine timing.
Navigating the Energy: Gently, Intuitively, and With Intention
This energy isn’t about control it’s about co-creation. Here’s how to move through it with grace:
Set intentions with an open heart. Focus on how you want to feel, not just what you want to achieve. This isn’t about micromanaging the future it’s about aligning with your truth.
Embrace change, even if it’s uncomfortable. Eclipses don’t always bring what we want, but they do bring what we need.
Trust your intuition but verify your facts. Neptune blurs reality. It’s okay to feel deeply but also pause before making major moves.
Avoid rushing into decisions. If something feels urgent, take a breath. Let the emotional waves settle first.
Engage in spiritual and creative practices. Dream journaling, Tarot, meditation, and expressive arts are all beautiful ways to channel this energy.
Final Thought:
This is a moment of deep realignment. Of inner and outer rebirth. Of moving through fog and fire and emerging clearer, lighter, and more you than ever before. Let go of what’s done. Listen for what’s rising. And trust deeply that you’re exactly where you’re meant to be.
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