Pick the most auspicious time to begin something that matters — a wedding, a launch, a fresh start.
Where horary answers a question, electional astrology helps you choose a moment. It's the practice of selecting the most auspicious time to begin something that matters — a wedding, a business launch, signing a contract, a big move — by finding a chart for the start that supports what you want to grow.
The idea is simple and lovely: the birth chart of a beginning describes its life, just as your birth chart describes yours. So the astrologer looks ahead for a window when the planets favour your aim — a strong, well-placed Moon, a supported ruler for the matter at hand, and no major obstacles — and you launch then.
You don't need a full election to use this wisdom. The simplest, time-honoured rule: begin with the new moon, release with the full moon. Start new projects as the Moon grows; let things go as it wanes. Check tonight's phase on your star chart, and watch the year's turning points on the cosmic calendar.
Weddings, launches, first dates, starting a course or a healing journey — any meaningful ‘day one’ you'd like to bless with good timing.
Good timing supports your effort — it doesn't replace it. Pick a kind moment, then show up and do the work. The stars set the stage; you still play the part.
Astrology, gently — with Wooly.
Explore all astrology →Choosing an auspicious time to start something important — a wedding, a business, a contract, a journey — by finding a favourable chart for the beginning.
Begin new things on or just after the new moon, and release on the full moon. Check the current phase on the star chart.
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