The Journal
Current Energies
Here we talk about New Moons, Full Moons, eclipses, retrogrades and other shifts in planetary energies that influence each of us.
New Moon in Capricorn 12*30*24
We wrap up 2024 with a New Moon in Capricorn on December 30 at about 5:30 pm (EST). Capricorn is the cardinal earth sign and its New Moon is a time to clarify what "matters" (see what I did there? Earth sign - matter...)
In astrology, everything is part of a cycle…[W]e have had opportunities to redefine ourselves in terms of important relationships and clarify how the world works. With this New Moon in Capricorn, we embody these understandings as we express our purpose; we bring the awareness "down to earth". Capricorn is the sign of ambition, patience, maturity, discipline, and strategic advancement towards a goal. It expects nothing less than your best. It is the energy that pushes you to be the best version of you. Like all signs, its energy can express in a variety of ways.
New Moon in Sagittarius 12*1*24
December starts off with a New Moon in Sagittarius. The Sun and the Moon will meet at 9 degrees of Sagittarius. This New Moon amplifies the energy of Mercury's retrograde in Sagittarius which started November 25. Mercury is drawing attention to beliefs that need to be reviewed for possible revision, including beliefs about ourselves. Saturn at 12 degrees of Pisces is forming a challenging aspect (a square) to the Sun/Moon. Saturn is the planet of reality checks and discipline. With Saturn squaring the Sun/Moon, we will be shown where competing priorities cause tension within us. Are you being honest with yourself?