From breezy, easy Sagittarius we move to a more somber energy of Capricorn.
Capricorn is an Earth sign represented by the Goat. Goat symbolizes tenacity, being sure footed and constancy. The grounded goat can climb mountains, and encourages us to climb our own personal mountains, physical or 
otherwise. Be assured, the view from the top is spectacular.
The sign of the Goat is a practical sign, urging us to self-discipline and being sensible, especially with money. Capricorn is a forward thinking sign, a sign of planning, making commitments. It is a very goal and career oriented, ambitious sign.
It is no surprise that this is the beginning of tax time and retirement savings plans. Planning for the future is important to Capricorn. As we look at our income and spending patterns at tax season, we begin to set financial goals for the coming year.
New Years is traditionally a time of setting resolutions for the year ahead in Western culture. Most of the time these resolutions get broken, or forgotten. We try to start in January to set things in motion but end up with a lack of commitment. I’ve never had luck starting new goals, planting new seeds, in January. The ground is still frozen, at least here in Canada. For me, this is the time of consideration. What are my options? What is best for me to shift or set in motion this coming year? Let me dream what life would be if I chose this or if I chose that. This is a time of feeling things out – getting ready for the Spring Equinox. With Mercury Retrograde from January 5th/6th until January 25th/26th, this year it’s even more a time to feel our way.
So, decide on your goals, but be prepared to change or fine-tune them. Be watchful for opportunities, define what success would be for you and what steps you would need to take to manifest them. Indulge the planning stage. Don’t be afraid to day dream; amazing things come from letting the mind wander.
So:
Think about three goals for the coming year
Decide what being successful would be for each one. Define the goal in more detail
Dream about how you would feel with this goal coming into fruition.
Be prepared to change or tweak it
Sit with these goals. Do this for a few days, probably best to do this until the end of Mercury Retrograde. Do they feel appropriate? Let Mercury do its’ job. Let things simmer and blend, and see what happens.
Physically, Capricorn deals with knees, arthritis and gall bladder. A little cleanse after the holidays may be in order. I’m doing a 5 day juice cleanse starting Monday. Feel free to join me – I can send you the info if you’re interested.
