The Best and Worst Dates to Manifest in 2023, According to Astrology

Just open your TikTok FYP and it’s clear to see that manifestation is really having a moment. Manifestation is not a new concept, but now more than ever, people seem to really like the idea of having control over their lived reality and the acquisition of what they want, without having to ask permission or wait.

The idea of manifestation suggests that you can have whatever you want, and that it’s up to you to make it happen. Manifestation works with the concept of energy: It’s based on the idea that everything in the universe is energy and follows the same energetic rules, and that all energy is attracted to energy that is most like itself. So, when you manifest, you become like the energy you are trying to attract, so you can align yourself in the right position to be a magnet for what you want.

And if you want to find the right position to be in for manifestation? Astrology is the tool to use. Understanding the astrology of the moment is basically like paying attention to the weather forecast before you decide what to wear for the day: It’s information that’s meant to help make your life easier, so you can flow with the energy and not against it. Astrology can help us position ourselves correctly for manifestation by letting us know when the energetic “weather” is supportive of what we are trying to. Think of it like planning to go to the beach when the forecast says it will likely be sunny, not a rainstorm.

The Best Dates to Manifest in 2023, According to Astrology

Here are the best dates to set specific intentions for new things in your life. Think of these dates as the times when your requests will be supported, and your attraction potential is at its peak.

• February 20: Today, we have a New Moon in Pisces. Pisces is the dreamer and the incubator of the zodiac. This is the best time to tell your subconscious and the collective unconscious what you want to be true about the world, through your life. Manifest dreamy, watery, romantic requests at this time, things that aren’t about “hard work” or are specifically social or financial.
• March 16: Venus (the planet of attraction and sweetness) enters Taurus (its home sign!). This transit is a great one if you are trying to manifest love or money, or attract people to you for who you are (romantically, platonically, or even professionally).
• March 21: The New Moon in Aries is a great time to manifest things you’ve never asked for before, things seem like completely new concepts to you. Aries is the sign of birth, so if you want a messy, wild, fun, and fiery rebirth, now is the time to embrace it.
• June 1: There’s a really powerful transit between Jupiter (the expander) and the North Node, the symbol for life purpose and evolution. This date is great for asking for things that have to do with your chosen life purpose and how you want to evolve and be seen publicly.
• December 12: Right before Mercury Retrograde, there’s a New Moon in Sagittarius, the sign of shooting arrows and thinking bigger. This is a great date to take advantage of before Mercury Retrograde does its thing, especially if your manifestation concerns higher education, learning in general, travel, or becoming an expert in your field.
• December 30: This is an interesting date as it sits so close to the new year, but if there are things you would need to catapult you to success for 2024, now is a good time to get clear on them and claim them as yours as Jupiter in Taurus stations direct.

The Worst Dates to Manifest in 2023, According to Astrology:

Now, this worst dates to manifest list is here to protect you from trying to use energies that are way too powerful to be directed to a specific outcome. Sometimes, the universe has a funny way of twisting our desires and giving us a wonky version of what we thought we wanted. So to minimize any strange happenings in your world, steer clear of doing any manifestation practices on these dates.

• April 19: Eclipse season begins. Eclipses are powerful and are meant to be disruptive. When we try to control these energies, results can be unexpected—so take this night off of using up any of your wishes.
• April 21: Shortly after eclipse season begins, Mercury Retrograde starts. At this point, you may not even know what you want, and no human is at their best, mentally and emotionally, to accommodate your request. In fact, it’s a good idea to avoid manifesting during this whole Mercury Retrograde cycle (April 21 through May 14).
• May 5: We have another Eclipse, and this time in the sinister sign of Scorpio. This is more of a time to focus on spiritual protection and emotional mastery than it is a time to manifest. Pump the breaks on your manifestation might for this date.
• June 1 to November 1: Yes, I know this is a huge stretch of time! But July, August, September, and October are all full of retrogrades and eclipses. This doesn’t necessarily mean you need to take months off of asking the universe for what you want, but it is more of a time to let the seeds you’ve planted so far take root and grow, rather than to plant something new.

Listen, manifestation is a lifestyle: A way of seeing the world as your oyster and believing in yourself, knowing the universe will always bring you just what you need, when you need it. Use these dates as a guide to know when you’ll get a boost, and when it’s better to lay low and watch what you’ve created take on its own life. You are more powerful than you know! Remember that and no matter what’s going on in the ether, you will always figure out a way to end up on top. Happy manifesting!