New Moon in Capricorn Rituals
Rooting Down to Rise Up:
New Moon in Capricorn Rituals
by Kate Kolenda
What Is the New Moon in Capricorn Meaning?
New moons always signify beginnings, and the new moon in Capricorn—the eldest earth sign known for its seemingly unending determination and commitment to hard work—harbors an especially potent spark. This lunation presents us with an opportunity to harness Capricorn’s get-it-done energy to help us plan our next big moves and level-up our lives.
What Does the New Moon Mean for Capricorns?
Wherever Capricorn resides in your personal zodiac birth chart is where you will feel the effects of this new moon—those with Capricorn sun, moon, and/or rising placements are most likely to notice a big change. Meanwhile, someone with Venus in Capricorn, the planet that rules romance, may develop a new crush or somehow deepen a current romantic relationship around the date the new moon occurs.
Not sure if you have any planets in Capricorn in your natal chart? You can book a reading with Blossom & Stone’s Kelsey Kennedy to see where this unique astrological powerhouse resides in your personal zodiac chart. This also happens to be one of the best lunations of the whole annual cycle to explore your cosmic purpose and embark on a soul-aligning journey. Through our mentorship and embodiment coaching program, you can delve into the Capricorn-ruled Tenth House of your birth chart—also known as your “Midhaven” placement, indicating the Universe’s intended purpose for you—and build a mystically aligned framework for your career and life.
What Rituals Should Be Done on a New Moon?
Grounding and releasing rituals are the ones to turn to during a new moon. Grounding rituals embody Capricorn’s earth element as well as its venerable position on the zodiac wheel, while releasing rituals work to assuage this sign’s penchant for never letting up—and never letting anything go.
Binaural beats help ground you by playing two different tones at differing frequencies, one in each ear, thereby forcing your brain to hear a third tone and synchronizing brain activity. If you are able, lie on your back with a blanket over your feet and another over your hips; listen to binaural beat tracks with headphones to maximize the effect. Breathe slowly and deeply, allowing your breath to sync with the timing of the recording. Visualize your body sending roots down into the earth, through each layer of our planet, until you tap into the energy of its molten core. Continue breathing, sending energy down into the ground, until you feel restored enough to grow tall once again.
A workout is an ideal releasing ritual for the Capricorn new moon, as the sign rules the joints and skeletal structure, so strengthening your muscles to ease pressure on your joints and bones is a perfect fit. A yoga session of any length will help you tap into this special energy, and we recommend incorporating poses known to encourage emotional release, such as pigeon, bow, and seated half spinal twist.
Tools for a New Moon in Capricorn Ritual
What Are Some Capricorn New Moon Crystals?
Any black stone is an ideal tool for harnessing the power of the new moon in Capricorn, as they all carry both regenerative and protective energy. One of the more powerful crystals for healing, Onyx can be found in all of Blossom & Stone’s crystal-infused aromatherapy and skincare products for Capricorn because of its particular ability to bolster the sea goat’s signature perseverance. We suggest tapping into the measured earth sign’s grounding energy with the Zodiac Essential Oil Roller for Capricorn by applying it to the backs of your wrists, at your temples, and on your pulse points to help you find a moment to center and reflect.
Red garnets are another crystal to help you channel this lunation’s energy, as it is a popular birthstone for Capricorn. Red garnet is thought to stimulate the sacral chakra and, in turn, help align your aura by reinforcing your energetic foundation. Referred to by some as “The Stone of Commitment,” it can strengthen Capricorn’s characteristic self-confidence while easing negative thought patterns and self-sabotaging tendencies (both classic pitfalls of this analytical, sometimes-too-critical sign).
Wear any garnet jewelry you have during the new moon in Capricorn—or blue sapphire pieces if you own them. Blue sapphire is associated with the sign’s ruling planet, Saturn, and is a crystal of wisdom (highly valued by Capricorns) and of joy—an essential component for a full life that can be de-prioritized by the hardworking sign. Use it as a reminder that all work and no play makes for a dull spirit, and that hard work should be rewarded with unabashed pleasure.