Capricorn New Moon 17/01/26
The New Moon perfects at 28° of Capricorn on January 18, 2026 at 2:52 pm ET.
This New Moon initiates a concentrated and consequential two-week period, bringing a moment of serious recalibration. This lunation’s close conjunction with Mercury and Mars fuses thought and action. There is urgency here, but also the risk of moving too quickly or defensively.
As you know, the first two weeks of a new lunar cycle are about taking action and putting our energy into the seed we planted on the New Moon. But given the upcoming energies, please note that what begins now needs to be deliberate, not pressured, rushed or reactive.
Across the coming days, you may notice a rapid succession of insights, conversations, emotional reckonings, and internal pressure to move forward. At the same time, stabilizing aspects to Saturn and Neptune offer quiet support for integration, realism, and trust in a longer process. Again, not a time to rush. This is about the long-term, not immediate results.
The moon’s tensions with both Jupiter and Chiron also amplify vulnerability or insecurity, even. You may be feeling emotionally activated or dysregulated (cue in, world events + personal challenges). Practice self-compassion in challenging moments and situations, seeking support when needed. The emotional turbulence of this moment is very much part of the planning process. That is, as long as we are acknowledging what’s coming up and how it’s impacting our decision-making.
Think of these first two weeks of this new lunar cycle less as a time for grand declarations or decisive action, but rather, a time to think about how you will move forward, and why.
Questions to Reflect On
Where do I feel called to take responsibility, and where can I allow support?
Which areas of my life feel most in need of structure or planning?
Where do I feel pressure to act quickly, and what might happen if I pause?
Where might I be ignoring emotional signals in favour of logic or duty?
What intention or value can I keep as an anchor as I move through the next two weeks?
May these questions help you move through the New Moon’s energies and the following two weeks with intention and clarity. If you are a paying Cosmic Sanctuary member, there is further guidance for you by of a process-based Lunar Guide and astro-tarot readings. If you're not a member and wanting this deeper guidance then join us here.
with care,
Shadi