The Season of the Sea-Goat (Capricorn Season)

The Sun is now in Capricorn; the archetype of the strategist, elder, and hermit.

Ruled by Saturn, the planet of self-discipline and solitude, this is a time to shift our focus away from the external, and instead focus on our intentions and what we value. It’s a time to create solitude and remain in integrity with oneself regardless of where the world is vying for your attention.

Capricorn’s evolutionary goal is to merge their true nature with their public identity. With its patience, resourcefulness, and self-discipline, Capricorn has the capacity to climb the highest mountain and swim the widest ocean as symbolized by the sea-goat.

Capricorn is associated with the tenth house (of career, mission, public role) and is a cardinal sign which means that for the sign of the strategist finding a mountain/mission that is worthy of their time, effort, and commitment — one where you can share your gifts with your community — is integral to its vitality.

But what mission is worthy of you? The heart knows the answer. And to hear its message, we must spend some time in solitude — a strategy that Capricorn knows well.

Capricorn (season) is here to teach us that in order to reach the top of the mountain, we must stay true to ourselves, our values, and funnel our energy into a cause or mission that we deem worthy of our commitment (time and energy). Capricorn teaches us that there are times when we must say no to external temptations in order to focus on what’s truly important to us, and that focus and determination are key ingredients in making our vision a reality. All of this packaged with some self-care (solitude and taking restorative breaks) will support us in the process of getting there.

Capricorn Season themes for your rising sign:

Aries (10th house): career, mission, public role

Taurus (9th house): higher education, travel, belief systems

Gemini (8th house):instinctual bonding, transformation, shared resources

Cancer (7th house):  intimacy, equal relationships, compromise

Leo (6th house):  service, meaningful work, health & daily routines

Virgo (5th house): creativity, pleasure/joy, romance

Libra (4th house): inner self, home, family/roots

Scorpio (3rd house): communication, voice, learning

Sagittarius (2nd house): personal resources, money, self-worth

Capricorn (1st house):  self-actualization, personal style, autonomy

Aquarius (12th house): spirituality, solitude, transcendence

Pisces (11th house): dreams, goals, alliances/networks

Transits

December 23: New Moon in Capricorn

December 29: Mercury retrograde in Capricorn

January 2: Venus enters Aquarius

January 6: Full Moon in Cancer

January 12: Mars stations direct in Gemini

January 18: Mercury stations direct in Capricorn

Full Moon in Gemini

Gemini’s evolutionary goal is to cultivate a beginner’s mind and find their true voice. The full moon is opposite the Sun in Sagittarius. While both signs have a thirst for learning, Sagittarius is on a quest to find meaning in life while Gemini is here to develop their true voice.

For Gemini, it’s about following your curiosity, asking questions, and living by the motto “whatever I see, the truth is more than that.” Gemini seeks questions while Sagittarius seeks answers. Sagittarius deals with the abstract while Gemini deals with what’s tangible. Trusting your senses and insights about what you perceive is essential when it comes to developing your voice or message.

Mars, the planet of action, sits alongside this full moon which is emboldening us to express ourselves. Mars represents our courage, drive, and passion. Being that Mars is also in Gemini, we may be feeling the courage within to let our voice be heard. With both the  Moon and Mars in the sign of the communicator, the themes of communication and learning are being highlighted. When it comes to developing your voice or expanding your knowledge, what interests are feeding your passion (Mars) and curiosity (Gemini)? Pursue that.

Mercury, the ruler of Gemini and this lunation, is currently in Capricorn which speaks to committing to our (intellectual) pursuits. Capricorn is only interested in committing to projects that are worthy of their discipline, time, and concentration. So, ask yourself, what excites (Mars) you, and where and what do you want to funnel your energy (Mars), heart (Moon) and mind (Mercury) into? Release whatever doesn’t fuel you. Choose to recommit or rereoute. It’s okay to change directions or put something down if it no longer fuels you or stimulates you mentally (Mercury), physically (Mars) or emotionally (Moon).

Reflections:

• Where is your curiosity leading you?

• What interests or topics do you want to expand your knowledge in?

• What is something you’re desiring to express and can you harness the courage to express it?
  

Aspects: Moon conjunct Mars, Moon Opposing Sun, Moon trine Saturn

New Moon in Sagittarius

Sagittarius’ evolutionary goal is to develop faith and search of meaning in life. With both the Sun and Moon in the sign of the adventurer, this New Moon brings with it a feeling of optimism and expansiveness.

This lunation is conjunct Venus and Mercury (both in Sagittarius) which support us in orienting us towards our next adventure or journey we are choosing to embark on. Mercury highlights where our curiosity is guiding us while Venus can points us towards what we find valuable and soothing to the senses.

For Sagittarius, exploration can take various forms, and exposing oneself to the unfamiliar is how our expansion begins to take root. Exploring a new location via a day trip, tasting the freedom of the outdoors, soaking in a new book or course, or taste testing a new belief or perspective are all ways in which we can have mind (Mercury) and heart (Venus) stretching experiences.

Jupiter, the ruler of Sagittarius and this new moon, asks us to have unwavering faith in ourselves and our potential. Jupiter raises the questions: where have you been underestimating yourself, and where have you been settling for too little? Taking a leap of faith, believing in yourself, and dreaming bigger is Jupiter’s terrain. Living life as a meaningful adventure is the Sagittarian strategy, and tuning into our inner compass can help lead us in the right direction.

Reflections:

• How have I been underestimating myself/my potential?

• On what adventure is my heart and curiosity leading me?
  What area(s) in my life is feeling stagnant and how can I break up my routine?

• What area(s) in my life are calling for more freedom, adventure, expansion or a fresh start?
  

Aspects: Trine Jupiter, Conjunct Venus and Mercury

The Season of the Archer (Sagittarius Season)

The Sun enters the sign of the adventurer, student, and philosopher.

Ruled by Jupiter, the planet of faith and optimism, this is a time to tap into our inner compass and explore what we find valuable and meaningful in life as symbolized by the archer.

Sagittarius’ evolutionary goal is to develop faith and search for meaning in life. It is through exploring new and unfamiliar environments, absorbing different points of views, and expanding our awareness of life that we arrive at our own understanding of what makes life purposeful and meaningful to us.

Sagittarius is associated with the ninth house of long journeys (higher education, belief systems, travel) and is a mutable sign which means that for the sign of the adventurer there is no final destination to life, but more so an endless quest for meaning; to live life as an adventure is Sagittarius’ strategy.

Sagittarius (season) is here to teach us that in order to remain open to life and all of its experiences we must trust life. Sagittarius is here to pack the experience of several lifetimes into one life and doing so requires stretching our horizons by feeding our desire to explore (the adventurer), soaking up new information (the student), and arrive at our own truth (the philosopher).

Sagittarius (season) reminds us that when life begins to feel too predictable, breaking up our routine(s) is the anecdote. It is by taking leaps of faith, believing in your full potential, and having a willingness to let life surprise you is how our faith in life can be restored.

Sagittarius season themes for your rising sign:

Aries (9th house): higher education, travel, belief systems
Taurus (8th house): instinctual bonding, transformation, shared resources

Gemini (7th house): intimacy, equal relationships, compromise

Cancer (6th house):  service, meaningful work, health & daily routines

Leo (5th house): creativity, pleasure/joy, romance

Virgo (4th house): inner self, home, family/roots

Libra (3rd house): communication, voice, learning

Scorpio (2nd house): personal resources, money, self-worth

Sagittarius (1st house): self-actualization, personal style, autonomy

Capricorn (12th house): spirituality, solitude, transcendence

Aquarius (11th house): dreams, goals, alliances/networks

Pisces (10th house): career, mission, public role

Transits

Nov 23: New Moon in Sagittarius

Nov 23: Jupiter direct in Pisces

Dec 3: Neptune direct in Pisces

Dec 6: Mercury enters Capricorn

Dec 7: Full Moon in Gemini

Dec 9: Venus enters Capricorn

Dec 20: Jupiter enters Aries