Are you feeling a bit restless, like the earth is nudging you to move on? Let’s face it—some days you just wanna trend that emotional fork in the road and bolt, right? But hold on just a second there! We’re not diving into the murky waters of forgiveness here. Nope, this is about stepping into the new year with your feet firmly planted under you, letting go of that lingering sting from the past, and gearing up for something better—because guess what? We all know we can do better. This is your cosmic “get out of jail free” card, folks, presented beautifully under the Capricorn new moon that cozies up with Pallas Athena. Feels solid, right?
Now, let’s unpack this intriguing astrological drama unfolding before us. With the new year right around the corner, the universe seems to be telling us it’s time to say goodbye to old baggage while also offering us a cheeky glimpse at what’s yet to come. Sure, movement can feel daunting, especially when explosive energies are kicking around, like a retro Mars on a tear—that’s ripe for volcanic relationship blow-ups. But what if, instead of slamming doors, we embrace a more graceful exit? You know, what if we handle those tough conversations with a little finesse—like some cosmic level of relationship yoga? So strap in! As we dive into the celestial events lighting up this New Year, let’s reflect on what we’re ready to leave behind and what shiny goals we’re ready to pursue. Ready to explore? Let’s go for it! LEARN MORE
Are you ready to move on? To ease on down, ease on down the road? I’m not talking about forgiveness; this is not about giving grace. This is about feeling the earth under your feet and taking the safe route out of Dodge. It’s leaving that sting in the past and knowing you’ll do better in the future. We do know better and we will do better.
How does that feel? It feels like a solid, smart Capricorn new moon that conjoins Pallas Athena. It makes sense. It feels like a Cap Moon that goes on to sextile Cap ruler Saturn while Sagittarius Mercury perfects its trine to direct Chiron in Aries. If you’re not feeling it, look for it. Look for that fork in the road and take it. Leave your behind in the past.
In fact, we’re winding up the retro Mars in Leo opposition to Aquarius Pluto by Friday morning, so explosive or volcanic action in relationships is a possibility through Friday. I imagine there will be some who leave and slam the door. Mars is retrograde, though, so that may not be the final end of things. Relationship can also be a temporary thing too. There’s a type of relationship you’re in when you engage in road rage too, so stay clean.
Tuesday is New Year’s Eve, but it starts out in the morning with a Capricorn Moon in sextile to Juno in Scorpio and square to Chiron. Moving on may be a passionate choice, but it’s not easy. Keep it moving. Later, the Moon trines retro Uranus in Taurus and sextiles Neptune in Pisces: fireworks, sparks, and dreams of the ideal. Wishing is part of that. Venus at the end of Aquarius falls on the midpoint of the Moon-Neptune sextile, so look for that metaphorical shooting star and make a wish with the new year’s kiss.
Wednesday is New Year’s Day, and the Capricorn Sun picks up a soothing and stabilizing sextile to Cap ruler Saturn in Pisces. The Aquarius Moon conjoins Pluto and opposes retro Mars, highlighting that culminating Mars-Pluto opposition. You can spin out or you can grab a phoenix feather and peace out through transformation. You don’t even have to slam the door. What if you cared about yourself enough to make a huge change? The Moon goes on to trine retro Jupiter in Gemini overnight, a big boost and an optimistic mood.
On Thursday, the spicy Aquarius Moon sextiles Chiron and Mercury then goes on to square retro (Aquarius ruler) Uranus by night. Nighttime also takes Venus from Aquarius to Pisces. Look for the conversations you need to have, because it’s a particularly good time to lay it all out and get a positive response. It might not be easy, but it’s worth it (and worth the anxiety of worrying about how it landed, later as you lie in bed). Sometimes things need to be said (or heard).
Mercury moves into quincunx with retro Uranus, exact midday Friday. If you’re having the hard conversations, you’ll have a shot at understanding what’s really going on — and what’s worth having. That can mean some hard truths, but the truth is the only ground worth building on now. Don’t wait, you may have to jump in and just say the thing, get the conversation going. Once going, it RUNS.
Friday morning’s Moon finishes up in Aquarius then heads into Pisces where it rolls over Venus for a warm, emotional kiss. You may be surprised by the change. Desire melts boundaries. Have you had a hard time exploring your emotions lately? Crying when you need to? That’s done. Soak it in. Friday night, the Moon cruises along in the wake of that kiss and heads toward a square to retro Jupiter and conjunction with Saturn, exactly early Saturday. Stick with the kiss, and the kiss will stick with you. Expand and contract as needed.
The new moon takes place at 9 degrees Capricorn on Monday afternoon. Where does it hit your chart? Where are you building a foundation in your life?