Ms. Joyce Tarot

The new moon in Capricorn is exact on January 18 at 2:52 p.m. eastern. If the Cancer full moon two weeks ago was “out with the old,” then this Capricorn new moon is certainly “in with the new”—or at least the start of the beginning.

Many astrologers consider the new moon in Aries, the first sign of the zodiac, to be the true start of the new year. (This year, the new moon in Aries is on April 17). But with this new moon in Capricorn, you already may have a good idea of what your first steps could be to create the future you want. We are coming out of a period of deep emotional upheaval astrologically, which you likely have felt on a personal level and which has also affected the collective, as well. Emotional expression eventually gives way to healing and a new understanding.

Capricorn is associated with hard work, discipline, and integrity. It is a cardinal sign, meaning that it likes to initiate action. Mars, the planet of action, is currently in the sign of Capricorn. As such, there is plenty of support during this Capricorn new moon cycle for you to confidently and successfully pull yourself up by your bootstraps and act accordingly, based on the emotional lessons you have learned recently.

Earlier, I called this new moon the start of the beginning, because getting yourself together is not something that can be done overnight. The goal is to truly believe that the past is in the past and that you can move on to greater things.

The Devil card in tarot is associated with the zodiac sign of Capricorn. In many ways, its message is about empowerment. Notice that the chains around the characters’ necks are loose enough that the noose can easily be pulled over their heads. They are free if they want to be. They just have to put in the effort.

To work with the energies of this new moon cycle, don’t be your own worst enemy and give away your power through self-doubt. Trust that you are in control of your actions, even if you take baby steps at first. Start at the beginning and work your way up from there.

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