The New Moon in Libra & 10/10/10 Portal
A Powerful Invitation to Begin Again
There are moments throughout the year when the symbolism of the calendar, the cycles of nature, and our own personal journeys seem to come together in a rather beautiful way.
Today is one of those days. October 10, 2026.
The 10th day of the 10th month, in a year whose numbers add up to 10.
10 • 10 • 10
And as though the Universe wanted to add a little extra magic to the occasion, today also brings us a New Moon in Libra.
For those who work with astrology, numerology, lunar cycles, and spiritual intention, this combination offers a meaningful opportunity to reflect, reset, and consciously begin again.
But before we dive into rituals, candles, bay leaves, and manifestation, let's explore why this particular day carries so much spiritual symbolism.
The Numerology of 10/10/10: Completion, Creation & New Beginnings
Numerology is the spiritual practice of interpreting the symbolic significance of numbers and their relationship to our lives.
Today offers an interesting numerical alignment.
October is the 10th month.
Today is the 10th day.
The year 2026 adds up to 10 (2+0+2+6).
In numerology, the number 10 carries the symbolism of both completion and creation.
The number 1 represents independence, leadership, initiative, new beginnings, and the courage to step forward into something unfamiliar.
The number 0 symbolizes infinite potential, wholeness, and the space from which new possibilities emerge.
Together, the number 10 can represent the closing of one chapter and the conscious beginning of another.
And when we reduce 10 to a single digit, we arrive back at 1.
The beginning. The first step. The opportunity to create something new.
Some spiritual practitioners refer to numerical alignments like today's as "energetic portals", symbolic opportunities for heightened awareness, reflection, and intention-setting.
And sometimes, that conscious pause is exactly what we need.
The New Moon: Planting Seeds in the Darkness
Throughout history, humans have looked to the Moon as a symbol of change, renewal, fertility, and the natural cycles of life.
The Moon moves through a continuous cycle of illumination and darkness, reminding us that nothing in nature remains the same forever.
The Full Moon is traditionally associated with illumination, culmination, and release.
The New Moon, however, represents something entirely different.
It represents potential.
During the New Moon, the Moon is positioned approximately between the Earth and the Sun, leaving its illuminated side facing away from us.
To our eyes, the Moon seems to disappear into darkness. Yet we know it is still there. I find this to be one of the most beautiful metaphors for personal growth.
Just because we cannot yet see something taking shape does not mean nothing is happening.
Consider a seed buried beneath the soil. Before the first green shoot appears, there is a period of darkness, stillness, and unseen development.
Our own personal transformations often follow a similar pattern.
Sometimes the greatest changes begin quietly.
With a decision.
A boundary.
A new belief.
A moment of courage.
Or the realization that we no longer wish to live the way we have been living.
The New Moon reminds us that we do not need to see the entire path before taking the first step.
The Dark Moon in Bali: A Sacred Time of Purification and Renewal
One of the things I find particularly beautiful about exploring spirituality is discovering how different cultures honour the natural cycles of the Earth and Moon.
During my few times in Bali, Indonesia, where Balinese Hinduism is deeply woven into everyday life, the New Moon is known as Tilem, often referred to as the Dark Moon.
Unlike many modern Western spiritual practices that focus primarily on manifestation and attracting new opportunities during the New Moon, Tilem holds a particularly sacred significance within Balinese Hindu traditions.
It is a time of prayer, purification, introspection, and spiritual renewal.
Balinese Hindus observe two important lunar occasions: Purnama, the Full Moon, and Tilem, the Dark Moon.
During Tilem, the Balinese gather at temples or family shrines, make traditional offerings, and participate in prayers honouring the Divine. Particular reverence is given to Sang Hyang Surya, the Sun God, as a symbol of divine light and purification.
I also had the honour of joining them through invitation, and also participate in Melukat, a traditional water purification ritual intended to support spiritual cleansing.
Within Balinese Hindu philosophy is the concept of Rwa Bhineda, which recognizes the interconnected nature of opposites: light and darkness, positive and negative, and the importance of balance within existence.
I find this particularly meaningful.
Because we so often associate darkness with something negative, something to escape or overcome.
Yet darkness is also where seeds germinate. It is where we rest, reflect, and prepare for renewal.
And from a personal healing perspective, it reminds me of the importance of acknowledging our own shadow selves. The emotions, experiences, and parts of our identities that we may have learned to suppress.
We cannot always find healing by focusing exclusively on the light. Sometimes we must be willing to gently explore what exists within the darkness.
The Dark Moon reminds us that transformation does not always begin with action. Sometimes it begins with stillness, reflection, and the willingness to look within.
Although Balinese Hindu observances are distinct religious traditions, rather than modern manifestation rituals, I appreciate the shared symbolism of honouring life's cycles and recognizing that periods of darkness can carry opportunities for renewal.
And perhaps that is something worth remembering as we welcome this New Moon in Libra.
Before asking what we wish to attract into our lives, we might first ask ourselves what needs our attention, compassion, and healing.
Because sometimes, before we plant new seeds, we must first tend to the soil in which they will grow.
Why the New Moon in Libra Is Particularly Meaningful
In astrology, Libra is an air sign ruled by Venus, traditionally associated with love, beauty, harmony, relationships, fairness, and balance.
And personally, as a Libra Moon, I'll be deeply impacted by tonight's energies.
Libra asks us to examine how we relate to others, but perhaps more importantly, how we relate to ourselves.
Are our relationships reciprocal?
Are we giving more than we receive?
Are we maintaining peace at the expense of our own emotional well-being?
Are we honouring our needs, or continually sacrificing them to keep everyone else comfortable?
Libra's symbolism encourages us to examine the balance between ourselves and the people around us.
And this is where I believe today's New Moon becomes particularly meaningful.
For those of us who have spent years people-pleasing, overgiving, rescuing others, or believing that love must be earned through sacrifice, the invitation to create balance can be profound.
Peace is not the absence of conflict. Sometimes peace begins when we stop abandoning ourselves to avoid it.
This New Moon is an opportunity to set intentions around healthier relationships, stronger boundaries, emotional reciprocity, and a deeper sense of self-worth.
It is also a beautiful time to reconnect with what brings joy, beauty, creativity, and pleasure into our lives.
Not because we have earned those things through exhaustion or sacrifice. But because we are inherently worthy of experiencing them.
Manifestation: More Than Simply Wishing for Something
Manifestation is often presented as the practice of asking the Universe for something and trusting that it will arrive.
And while there can be something beautiful about hope, prayer, and spiritual intention, I believe manifestation becomes far more meaningful when we recognize our own role in the process.
Manifestation is not simply about wishing.
It is about becoming conscious of what we desire, examining what may be standing in our way, and making choices that support the life we wish to create.
For example, we may wish to manifest a loving, healthy relationship.
But if we continue accepting disrespect, ignoring our boundaries, or abandoning our needs to avoid rejection, our actions may be working against our intentions.
We may wish to manifest financial abundance.
But that intention may also require us to examine our relationship with money, develop healthier financial habits, recognize our worth, and take practical steps toward greater stability.
We may wish to manifest inner peace.
Yet peace may require us to make uncomfortable decisions, change familiar patterns, or distance ourselves from situations that continually dysregulate our nervous systems.
Manifestation is where intention meets participation.
And while our thoughts cannot control every circumstance in our lives, they can influence where we direct our attention, what possibilities we recognize, and the choices we make moving forward.
This is particularly important when we consider trauma. People who have experienced trauma may carry deeply ingrained beliefs about safety, worthiness, love, and what they deserve.
These patterns are not simply negative thoughts that can be erased by repeating affirmations.
They may be connected to years of lived experiences, protective responses, and nervous system adaptations.
Healing often requires compassion, patience, emotional processing, and learning to experience safety in new ways.
So if manifestation practices bring up resistance, grief, fear, or self-doubt, there is no need to force yourself into positivity.
Sometimes the most powerful intention we can set is simply: "I am willing to begin believing that something different is possible for me."
Creating Your Own New Moon Manifestation Ritual
You do not need expensive crystals, elaborate tools, or years of spiritual training to create a meaningful ritual. Rituals are simply intentional actions that help us connect with something meaningful.
The following practices draw upon contemporary spiritual traditions, candle symbolism, folk practices, meditation, and personal reflection.
Choose what resonates with you.
1. Prepare Your Sacred Space
Begin by creating an environment where you feel comfortable, grounded, and undisturbed. You might choose to tidy your space, dim the lights, play gentle music, or sit quietly with a cup of tea.
Some people enjoy using incense, smoke cleansing, bells, or singing bowls. Others prefer opening a window and allowing fresh air to circulate.
There is no single correct method.
The intention is to create a symbolic transition between the busyness of everyday life and a few moments dedicated entirely to yourself.
Take several slow, comfortable breaths.
Feel your body supported beneath you.
Allow yourself to arrive in the present moment.
2. Choose a Candle to Represent Your Intention
Candle magic has appeared in various spiritual and folk traditions, with colours often used symbolically to represent different intentions. You may wish to select a candle that reflects what you hope to welcome into your life.
Candle Colour Meanings
💚 Green: Prosperity, abundance, financial stability, growth, and opportunity.
🩷 Pink: Romantic love, self-love, compassion, emotional healing, and harmonious relationships.
🤍 White: Peace, clarity, spiritual connection, purification, and healing.
❤️ Red: Courage, passion, vitality, confidence, and personal power.
💜 Purple: Intuition, spiritual development, wisdom, and transformation.
💛 Yellow: Creativity, happiness, success, optimism, and confidence.
💙 Blue: Communication, truth, emotional balance, and tranquility.
🖤 Black: Protection, boundaries, release, and symbolic transformation.
Remember that these meanings are symbolic rather than fixed rules. A simple white candle can represent any intention you choose.
As you light your candle, take a moment to speak your intention aloud.
For example: "As I light this flame, I welcome new possibilities into my life. May I have the courage, wisdom, and clarity to recognize the opportunities before me."
Always place candles on a stable, fire-safe surface, away from pets, children, and flammable materials, and never leave them unattended.
3. Write Your Manifestations on Paper
There is something wonderfully grounding about putting our intentions into writing.It takes an idea that has been floating around in our minds and gives it a tangible form.
Choose a piece of paper or a journal and write down what you wish to create during this next chapter of your life.
Try to be specific.
Rather than writing: "I don't want to struggle with money anymore."
Consider: "I am taking meaningful steps toward financial stability, welcoming new opportunities, and developing a healthier relationship with abundance."
Instead of: "I don't want toxic relationships."
Try: "I am creating relationships built upon mutual respect, honesty, emotional safety, and reciprocity."
Instead of: "I don't want to feel anxious all the time."
Try: "I am learning to support my nervous system, create moments of safety, and respond to life's challenges with greater compassion for myself."
Notice the difference?
You are no longer focusing entirely on what you wish to escape. You are identifying what you want to move toward.
And if writing in the present tense feels uncomfortable or unbelievable, use language such as "I am learning", "I am becoming", or "I am open to".
Your intentions should support you, not create pressure.
4. The Bay Leaf Manifestation Ritual
Bay leaves have long been associated with symbolism surrounding victory, protection, wisdom, and achievement. In contemporary manifestation rituals, they are often used to represent wishes and intentions.
For this practice, take a dried bay leaf and write a single word or short intention upon it.
Some examples include:
ABUNDANCE
LOVE
PEACE
HEALING
CONFIDENCE
SUCCESS
Hold the leaf between your hands. Visualize what that intention represents to you.
How might your life feel if you began moving toward it?
What small action could you take to support it?
Traditionally, some practitioners burn the bay leaf as a symbolic act of releasing their intention.
However, you can achieve the same symbolic purpose by placing the leaf beneath a candle holder, inside a small bowl, or in your journal.
If you choose to burn it, use a suitable fireproof container in a well-ventilated area and avoid inhaling the smoke. Never hold a burning leaf in your hand.
The power of this practice lies in the meaning you assign to it, not in the act of burning.
5. Cinnamon for Prosperity and Opportunity
Cinnamon has become a popular ingredient in modern abundance rituals.
Its warm, aromatic nature is symbolically associated with prosperity, success, warmth, and attracting positive opportunities.
For a simple ritual, place a cinnamon stick beside your written intentions or candle.
You may also tie a small piece of paper containing your intention around the stick and keep it somewhere meaningful.
As you hold it, consider what abundance means to you. Because abundance is not always financial. Sometimes abundance means having enough time to rest. Sometimes it means supportive friendships, meaningful work, laughter, security, or the freedom to live authentically.
You can also place a cinnamon stick in a small manifestation jar alongside your written intentions.
There is no need to burn cinnamon, which can produce irritating smoke and present a fire hazard.
6. Create a New Moon Intention Jar
If you enjoy working with symbolic objects, an intention jar can be a lovely way to represent what you are cultivating.
Choose a small glass jar and fill it with items that hold meaning for you.
You might include dried herbs, a bay leaf, a written affirmation, a small crystal, or a ribbon in a colour associated with your intention.
For example, an abundance jar might contain a green ribbon, a cinnamon stick, and a written commitment to improving your financial well-being.
A self-love jar might contain rose petals, a pink ribbon, and a promise to honour your own needs.
Place the jar somewhere you will see it regularly.
Let it remind you not only of what you hope to receive, but also of what you are actively creating.
7. Connect With the Divine Feminine
The New Moon has long held symbolic associations with feminine cycles, introspection, intuition, and renewal in various spiritual traditions.
For those who connect with the Divine Feminine, this can be a beautiful opportunity to explore the relationship between receiving, creating, nurturing, and personal sovereignty.
The Divine Feminine is not simply about softness, nurturing, or giving. She is also the woman who knows when to say no.
The woman who recognizes her worth.
The woman who no longer feels obligated to make herself smaller for the comfort of others. The woman who has learned that her anger may carry important information about her boundaries. The woman who is reclaiming the parts of herself she was once taught to hide.
This New Moon, ask yourself:
What part of my feminine power am I ready to reclaim?*
Where have I confused self-sacrifice with love?*
What would change if I began treating my own needs as equally important as everyone else's?
What version of myself is waiting for permission to emerge?
You might place your hands over your heart or lower abdomen as you reflect. Allow whatever feelings arise to be met with curiosity rather than judgment.
You do not need to force an answer. Sometimes simply asking the question begins a meaningful process of self-discovery.
8. Practice a New Moon Meditation
Find a comfortable seated or lying position. Close your eyes if that feels safe for you, or simply soften your gaze. Imagine yourself standing beneath a dark, peaceful night sky.
There is no Moon visible above you, yet you know it is there.
Quiet.
Present.
Waiting to begin its next cycle.
Now imagine yourself standing at the threshold of a new chapter in your life.
Behind you are the experiences, lessons, relationships, and challenges that have shaped who you are today.
Ahead of you is a path you cannot yet fully see.
Notice what it feels like to stand between what has been and what might become. You do not need to rush. You do not need to have every answer. You simply need to decide what you are ready to move toward.
Silently repeat:
I honour the journey that has brought me here.
I release the expectation that I must have everything figured out.
I am open to new possibilities.
I trust myself to take the next step.
I am worthy of peace, love, respect, and abundance.
I give myself permission to begin again.
Remain here for a few moments, allowing your body and mind to settle.
When you feel ready, gently return your awareness to your surroundings.
9. Take One Meaningful Action
This may be the most important part of your entire New Moon ritual.
After you have lit your candle, written your intentions, and connected with what you hope to create, ask yourself: What is one small action I can take tomorrow that supports this intention?
If you are manifesting abundance, perhaps you review your finances, explore a new opportunity, or finally put a value on your time and skills.
If you are manifesting healthier relationships, perhaps you communicate a boundary you have been avoiding.
If you are manifesting peace, perhaps you create space in your schedule for rest.
If you are manifesting confidence, perhaps you take one small step toward something you have been afraid to pursue.
Spiritual intention and practical action do not need to exist separately. In fact, I believe they can beautifully complement one another.
The Importance of Gratitude
Before closing your ritual, take a moment to acknowledge what already exists in your life. Gratitude does not mean pretending that everything is wonderful.
It does not mean dismissing grief, hardship, financial challenges, illness, or emotional pain. And it certainly does not mean that you must be grateful for traumatic experiences.
Instead, gratitude can be the gentle recognition that even during difficult chapters, there may still be moments, people, experiences, or qualities within ourselves worth appreciating.
Perhaps you are grateful for your resilience.
Perhaps for a person who has supported you.
Perhaps for the comfort of your home, the companionship of an animal, or a moment of quiet.
Perhaps you are simply grateful that you made it through another difficult day.
That is enough. You do not need to manufacture positivity to create a meaningful spiritual practice.
The Most Powerful Manifestation May Be Yourself
As I reflect on today's 10/10/10 symbolism and the New Moon in Libra, I keep returning to one particular thought. So much of our lives can be spent searching for something outside ourselves.
Love.
Approval.
Acceptance.
Success.
Security.
Belonging.
We may spend years trying to become the person everyone else needs us to be, only to discover that somewhere along the way, we lost our connection to ourselves.
And perhaps that is the real invitation of this New Moon. Not simply to manifest more. But to become more deeply connected to who we already are.
To create relationships where we are valued rather than merely needed.
To establish boundaries without carrying endless guilt.
To honour our intuition without constantly seeking external validation.
To recognize that peace is not something we must earn through self-sacrifice.
And to remember that beginning again does not require us to erase everything that came before.
Tonight, whether you light a candle, write an intention, meditate beneath the night sky, or simply sit quietly with your thoughts, I invite you to consider what you are ready to begin.
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