A Capricorn New Moon of Grounded Intent and Wild Inspiration

The Capricorn New Moon arrives on December 30th, 2024, at 2:27 PM PT, urging us to take a grounded, practical approach to our lives, and bring our awareness to the preciousness of our time and energy. With both the Sun and Moon conjunct at 9º 44' Capricorn, this lunation brings a focus on Capricorn’s qualities of steadiness in contrast to the frayed nerves stimulated by retrograde Mars in close opposition to transformational Pluto, an explosive combination. We will also be inspired by careful consideration, mapping out long-term goals, and investing in what will eventually become our personal legacy.

Because Capricorn is ruled by Saturn, Saturn’s current square to Jupiter adds a complex layer of meaning to this New Moon, prompting us to balance sober responsibility with excitement and joie de vivre. Mars retrograde in Leo opposite Pluto in Aquarius deepens the complexity still further, providing our potentially highly fueled desire nature an outlet, bubbling to the surface with Plutonian intensity, thus challenging us to reassess how we assert ourselves and navigate power dynamics. In addition to all this Mars, we have Venus semi-sextile Neptune, sextile Eris, and square Uranus, offsetting the serious tone with one of wild novelty, as new and idealistic pathways may be born of unexpected events that prompt innovation and creative problem solving. In the face of all these cosmic influences, this Capricorn New Moon invites us to reset, reflect, and re-inspire as we set forth into the new year.

Still in strong influence from its exact hit just one week prior on December 24th, Saturn in Pisces square Jupiter in Gemini brings an intense push-pull between growth and conservation. Saturn calls for careful, grounded consideration and planning, while Jupiter urges us to expand our horizons, often in ways that are full of zest and inspiration. What occurs under this influence of this square can be quite impactful in the long-term, especially where you put in the extra patience, focus, and dedication to what you want to grow and blossom. Adding complexity, Mercury — still recovering from its retrograde in Sagittarius — loosely opposes Jupiter and squares Saturn, inviting us to reflect on our thoughts and communication as we process the lessons of the past few weeks. There may be a temptation to rush ahead with new ideas or plans, but this aspect urges us to slow down, clarify our intentions, and ensure that our mental attitudes and biases are not clouded, and that our intentions are supported in that delicate balance of careful consideration, and inspired excitement.

Mars retrograde in Leo opposite Pluto in Aquarius additionally invites us into a deep examination of how we assert our desires and navigate power struggles, both within ourselves and with others. Mars in Leo calls for bold self-expression and creativity, but its retrograde motion encourages us to reevaluate how we channel this energy. The opposition to Pluto in Aquarius brings up issues of control, transformation, and collective change, making this a potent time for shedding old power dynamics that no longer serve us. With both planets involved in their respective archetypes of power — Mars as the warrior and Pluto as the transformer — along with the energizing of our desire nature, this aspect asks us to confront where we may be holding on to outdated patterns, giving us an opportunity to release them and emerge with greater access to channeling our creative life-force energy, and wielding our power in ways that are aligned and helpful.

Venus in Aquarius square Uranus in Taurus brings a surge of unpredictable energy to our relationships, values, and sense of security. Venus in the Uranus-ruled realms of Aquarius desires freedom, individuality, and new, unconventional ways of connecting with others. Uranus’ long journey through Taurus has been stirring up our material world, especially in areas like finances, food, resources, and values. This aspect challenges us to break free from outdated attachments or patterns, especially those tied to possessions or societal expectations. The energy of this square can feel thrilling yet tense, as it sparks the possibility for surprising shifts in relationships and financial strategies, urging us to experiment with fresh, innovative approaches to both love and material security. With highlighted Pluto also in this mix, opposed by retrograde Mars, the metamorphosis of relationship and of self-definition is a powerful factor for the beginning of the new year, and for most of the January month.

As we step into 2025, this Capricorn New Moon energy offers us a chance to look more closely into our passions, possibly including unexpressed internal anger, and instead of acting out, pause, reflect, and align ourselves with the future we want to build. May we move forward with patience, grounded wisdom, and a commitment to our long-term goals, trusting that each step we take now is part of a greater unfolding. In the face of challenges that become opportunities, may we have the courage to act with integrity, clarity, and purpose, and the grace to honor the work on ourselves we’ve already done; and the work still to come.

A Capricorn New Moon of Grounded Intent and Wild Inspiration

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