The Last New Moon of 2022 on December 23^rd is in Capricorn. This is the second New Moon hosted in the sign of the Mountain Goat, as 2022 opened with a Capricorn New Moon back on January 2^nd. 

A New Moon always signifies new beginnings, but this last New Moon of the year is in the early degrees of Capricorn, coming on the heels of the powerful Winter Solstice signifying increasing Light, new starts and establishing new structures.   

Several planets are concentrated in Capricorn now, the Sun, Moon, Mercury, Venus and Pluto, emphasizing the importance of this period, calling attention to Truth, Consequences and Accountability.

During this period, timelines are aligning with Earth’s Energies and the Natural Law and Order of things.



During this phase, the mood is reserved and restrained, your mindset is on things that matter, small talk will not suffice, ideas, plans and conversations are measured and controlled, while you appreciate quality and substance and what’s real in others, enabling you to restructure things on a new level, while at the same time, scrapping what no longer serves and what is no longer in alignment.  

This phase opens you to new goals and recognition for accomplishments and experience(s) where responsibility, discipline and commitment are key. Although it seems a bit premature, this phase is appropriate for setting your resolutions and goals for the year ahead. Manifestation could be almost instantaneous, so be mindful of thoughts and creations as there’s longevity to whatever (y)our focus is on. 

Your aims and ambitions have a lot of oomph behind them during this phase, as Jupiter recently Re-entered Aries just prior to the Winter Solstice, sending vibes out to this New Moon, providing the energy to achieve what you set out to do. The wind is at your back enabling progress, advancement, success and luck. 

Jupiter toured Aries for a short stint from May to October, but before that, it hasn’t seen this slice of the Heavens since June 2010. Take a look back on that period to see if there’s a big new beginning that took place then, as Aries is the first sign of the Zodiac, marking the start of a new 12 -year cycle.   Read more on Jupiter in Aries in a previous article.

Health is also highlighted at this New Moon, as Hygiea is closely connected to this New Moon, while also connecting with Ceres in Libra and Jupiter in Aries. This influence suggests taking responsibility for health choices and decisions, making more of an effort to bring things into balance and alignment, having disciplined routines, considering foods, herbs, supplements and alternative self-care practices you’re implementing as well as integrating mental, emotional and spiritual health practices. This may also bring up women’s health issues such as childbirth, fertility, ob/gyn, menopause, etc. 

Mercury in Capricorn connects Neptune in Pisces enabling you to work with intellect and intuition, bringing form to some of your deeper visions. You may be able to communicate with others almost telepathically as tangible messages come through in images and feelings.   

Mercury turns retrograde December 29^th through January 18^th, beginning the year with a bit of backtracking and reviewing the foundation of some of your plans and ideas. The typical Mercury Retrograde rules apply here which is to be clear in your communication, don’t sign documents as you may be obligated for a long time to come, review your emails, texts, messages, etc. BEFORE you hit the send button, don’t buy electronics, gadgets, appliances or cars during this phase. Mercury retrograde is a period to revisit, revise and review, not for starting something new. It’s not uncommon for people from your past to pop in during this phase too. 

Venus in Capricorn connects with Uranus in Taurus bringing noticeable changes with lasting outcomes to long held relationships and associations or to your financial framework and long-term investments.   

New Moon Blessings and Good Vibes to ALL!

Merry Christmas and Happy Holidaze!