The year is officially winding down to a close as we pass through the Winter solstice on December 21st and into Capricorn season. Accompanied by a Mercury retrograde, several trines and a Cancer Full Moon on December 27th- here is a guide of the most notable transits this season, ensuring a harmonious close to this year and positive start to 2024.

Capricorn brings into focus our ambitions, encouraging us to organize, plan, and set realistic goals

The Capricorn constellation is known as the Sea-Goat, it’s fish-like tail symbolic of its ability to not only scale great peaks but navigate through deep waters as well. Ruled by Saturn, we are reminded of our limits and have an opportunity to reflect on the growth we have made so far instead of continuing to expand. This brings up past karma with hindsight that allows us to take responsibility in a way that empowers us to make the necessary changes. This reflection on the past year and the results we have yielded is necessary before we plan our ascent for the new year.

Mercury Retrogrades from Capricorn into Sagittarius on December 23 until January 1st, prompting a mindful review of our beliefs- use this period to refine your messages.

Sometimes Mercury Rx gets a bad wrap for causing tech+travel disruptions, potential communication issues, or it can bring up people from your past – but it’s also a really great astrological transit to assist in closing out the year with self-reflection. It’s a time to look at your professional work, your deepest rooted beliefs, your relationships and your health. What’s working for you? Where do you need a little more care, what do you need to release? Now is the perfect time to put it in writing, which will also be useful for the upcoming Cancer Full Moon.

A Venus-Neptune trine inspires creativity, deepens connections, and brings extra magic on Christmas Day

Just in time for Christmas on the 25th, Venus, the planet of love and Neptune, the planet of dreams form a harmonious trine. This just may have you in your feels, daydreaming and hopefully connecting with loved ones. This feeling of love and connection will be deepened by the upcoming Full Moon on the 27th of December. 

The Full Moon in Cancer illuminates our emotional realm, Sun trine Jupiter infuses Optimism

On December 27th, the full moon is illuminated in the cardinal water sign Cancer. The full moon is a time of release- closing out not just another lunar cycle, but the entire year (this is the last full moon of the year!) The Sun also forms a harmonious trine with Jupiter, amplifying this lunation with emotional growth, a renewed sense of purpose and direction in our home and professional life.

Mars ignites the New Year, New Moon in Capricorn; set powerful intentions for lasting success and progress

On January 4, Mars moves into Capricorn, where it’s exalted, meaning it’s energy performs really well in this sign. Both Mars and Capricorn are driven to succeed; but this particular flavor is marked by slow and steady determination. Projects started during this time will have lasting success built into it’s energetic blueprint. The New Moon in Capricorn on January 11 is the perfect time for a manifestation ritual. 

The Zodiac Art Prints designed to channel the energy of the season

This Capricorn season is packed with a powerful blend of navigating introspective depths of Winter followed by propelling us toward the peak of a new year and a new beginning. The Meta Muse created a series of Zodiac Prints designed to bring these energies in your sacred space as a visual reminder to your manifestations and the cosmic energies that assist us on the daily. If ya dig it, be sure to check out our print shop here! With multiple sizes available, it’s a perfect companion to an altar space.

Wishing you all a blessed Capricorn season, happy holidays, and bright new beginnings in 2024!