Ms. Joyce Tarot

The new moon in Sagittarius is exact on December 19 at 8:43 p.m. eastern. In keeping with the hopeful, joyous, passionate Sagittarius vibe, this new moon cycle spans across many of the December holidays and helps ring in the new calendar year. Of note is the solstice on December 21, marking the shortest night of the year in the northern hemisphere, after which is the journey toward brighter days and the promise of spring.

New moons are supportive of new beginnings. With this Sagittarius new moon, have new hope that next year will be fantastic. Start thinking about your new year resolutions and get a head start on those healthier habits and attitudes.

Fire sign Sagittarius likes to have a good time, so launch a project that is fun and exciting. Sagittarius is also associated with travel. You may want to plan a trip, whether it’s long-distance or just visiting family a few towns away. Inner travel counts, too! Consider diving deeper into your meditations and other practices associated with spirituality. Sagittarius is known for its wisdom and interest in higher education. Think about taking an in-person or online class. You may even want to teach your own course on a subject you have expertise in.

This exciting energy may feel like it’s taking you over and sweeping you up in a whirlwind. This is especially true since Mars is now in the sign of Capricorn until January 23, 2026. Mars is exalted in Capricorn, which means that the dynamic Mars energy is particularly strong here. It’s possible that your ambitions are stronger than your physical/mental/emotional/spiritual stamina can handle. If that sounds like what you are going through, find balance by channeling the Sagittarius-like traits within you during this two-week new moon cycle.

Think of the Temperance card in tarot, which is associated with the zodiac sign of Sagittarius. Remember that the key to serenity and the path forward to enlightenment is knowing how much you can handle at any given moment. Sagittarius is a mutable sign, meaning that it is flexible enough to take action when it is needed and to back off when the effort is not worth your while.

To work with the energies of this full moon cycle, be mindful of your actions. Be careful about pushing too hard too fast and burning yourself out. Give yourself space to breath and to simply take in the experience. Having down time does not mean that you are not being productive. It’s a chance to process what’s happening and to gather your strength for what comes next.

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