Silent Night and the New Moon in Capricorn

As we step into the upcoming New Moon at 9 degrees in Capricorn on December 30, 2024, many of us are feeling the call to find stillness amidst the chaos that life often brings. Capricorn, symbolized by the steadfast mountain goat, is renowned for its association with business, perseverance, structure, and dependability. This New Moon provides a sturdy foundation for us to reflect upon and realign our ambitions with our higher selves, while preparing us for the year ahead with a renewed sense of clarity and purpose.

The number 9 in numerology embodies completion, wisdom, and spiritual growth. It serves as an invitation to reflect on cycles that are coming to a close and encourages us to harvest the lessons learned along the way. This New Moon, is an opportune moment to engage in deeper contemplation of our personal and professional structures, inviting us to assess what holds true value in our lives.

Saturn, Capricorn’s ruling planet, currently transits the compassionate and dreamy sign of Pisces, ( see the blog on Saturn in Pisces for more information) presenting a stark contrast as it squares retrograde Jupiter in Gemini—a planet that symbolizes expansive growth, faith, and worldly pursuits. In this configuration, we may find that our desires for growth are met with a subtle, yet undeniable pressure to pause, contract, and reassess our pathways. Growth is occurring, but it unfolds through a patient and deliberate process that requires our attention and intention.

Mercury in Sagittarius, having recently moved direct and still within its shadow phase, plays a crucial role during this time. It aids in the assimilation and understanding of the vast volumes of information we encountered during Mercury's dance of mutual reception with Jupiter. Although this New Moon might seem uneventful on the surface, it calls for embracing stillness—a perfect invitation for the Northern Hemisphere to lean into the cold embrace of winter.

Picture a stark winter landscape stretching infinitely in every direction, the soft crunch of snow beneath your feet, and an isolating but invigorating silence. Amid this coldness, your only warmth comes from an internal campfire fueled by hopes, insights, and dreams. There's no fear here; instead, there is profound tranquility. The solitude sharpens your focus, and the crisp air lends a clarity that may have been previously elusive. As you gaze upwards into a clear night sky, the stars shine brightly, instilling an inner knowing of truth and readiness that feeds the fire in your belly.

This New Moon invites us to treasure the serenity of the season, allowing insights—much like the delicate patterns on frosted windows—to reveal themselves gently. Acknowledge and honor your current position on your soul’s journey. As you breathe in the brisk air, feel your purpose reignite and let this reverent time guide you forward with clarity and resolve.

Looking ahead, this cycle reaches culmination with the Full Moon on July 6, 2028. We will then witness a beautiful trine between Saturn in Taurus and Jupiter in Virgo, an aspect promising grounding yet expansive energies that support concrete achievements and abundant growth. The quiet moments you cherish now hold the potential to manifest into significant and tangible outcomes.

Embrace this new lunar cycle allowing its grounding influence to carry you through winter's final strokes. Recognize this time not as stagnation, but as profound preparation—a quiet recalibration of your soul’s compass. Hold this moment close, for there is immense beauty in the quiet. This beauty is poised to usher in new chapters filled with wisdom and promise, marking the path towards grand achievements yet to come.

Our souls embark on profound journeys, colored by peace and reflection, as we learn to trust in our unique paths. Bask in the tranquility of this new moon, prepared to step confidently into a future marked by thoughtful growth and inspiring success.

Much Love,

Lisa