01/18/2026
New moon in Capricorn ♑ ☺️ 💖✨
The New Moon arriving tonight represents the ultimate cosmic blank slate for your soul. While the sky remains dark, the energetic potential for your life reaches its absolute peak.
This New Moon in Capricorn provides an optimum window for anchoring your highest dreams into the physical world. You are entering a sacred time for active soul-scripting that lasts until the Full Moon arrives on February 1.
In the natural world, every great beginning starts in the deep silence of the unknown. A new idea must start its journey in the stillness before it can ever reach the light of day.
The New Moon represents this sacred space where your spirit can rest and reset. When you set your intentions tonight, you are declaring a new direction to the entire Universe.
By the time the moon reaches its full illumination in two weeks, the energy you invest now will have expanded into a visible manifestation.
This lunar cycle emphasizes the beauty of meaningful connections and the power of divine reciprocation. The Universe reflects back the energy you project into the world.
When you offer your talents and kindness with an open heart, you create a vacuum that the Universe must fill with equal or greater value. This period is about building relationships that are mutually supportive and grounded in integrity.
New Moon Ritual
This ritual honors the grounded energy of Capricorn by focusing on your personal authority, long-term legacy, and the quality of your connections. It is designed to be flexible; the true power lies in your focus.
To Prepare the Atmosphere: Begin by creating a sanctuary. Dim the lights to invite the energy of the dark moon into your space. Play soft, ambient background music to soothe your nervous system and open your heart. If you have incense, light it now to cleanse the air and signify that you are entering a sacred state of mind.
What you will need:
A piece of paper and a pen.
A small bowl of water with a pinch of salt.
A candle (white for clarity or gold for abundance, although any color with work).
Optional: A piece of jewelry you wear often, a crystal (like clear quartz or smoky quartz), and a small stone or coin.
Note: If you do not have these specific items, do not worry. You can perform this entire ritual simply by using a piece of paper to write your intentions.
The Process:
Prepare Your Space: Find a spot where you feel safe and comfortable. Light your candle and watch the flame for a moment. Take several deep breaths and acknowledge that you are present in this moment, held by the Universe.
The Scripting: On your paper, write one major goal as if it is happening right now. Use strong words like "I trust" or "I have" to claim your future. Below this, list the specific connections you wish to invite into your new season - this could be a mentor, a soul-aligned partner, or deeper bonds with your community.
The Activation: Place your jewelry and your crystal on top of the paper. Hold the stone or coin in your hand. If you only have paper, hold it between both palms. Close your eyes and visualize your goal becoming a solid reality. Take three deep breaths to infuse these items with your own vital energy.
The Blessing: Dip your fingers in the salted water and lightly sprinkle the paper and any objects you are using. This symbolizes the salt of the earth and the water of life, nourishing your dream so it may grow. This act cleanses your belongings so they can carry your new intention forward.
The Daily Call: For the next fourteen days, wear the piece of jewelry or carry the stone as a physical anchor. Place the paper and crystal on your nightstand or a windowsill. Every morning and every night, read your words aloud to invite the Universe to work through you.
Affirmations
"I am building a life that reflects my deepest values and my highest aspirations."
"The Universe provides me with the wisdom and the strength to finish what I begin."
"I attract harmonious connections that reflect the love and respect I give to others."
"My heart remains open to the abundance and reciprocation that flows to me from every direction."
Consistency serves as the bridge between a simple thought and a tangible reality. Repeating your affirmations between now and the Full Moon ensures your focus remains sharp and clear.
This practice prevents the busyness of daily life from distracting you from your true soul purpose. You are training your mind to recognize every new opportunity that aligns with your highest vision.
As the moon grows larger in the sky each night, feel your confidence expand alongside it. You are moving out of the shadows and into a season of high visibility and personal power.
By the time the Full Moon arrives in its complete brilliance, you will find yourself standing firmly in the reality you have chosen to create. Step into this new cycle with certainty, knowing the Universe is already in harmony with your soul's deepest call.
✍️ Alex Myles
