Full Moon in Capricorn - July 3, 2023, 7:39 AM, EDT

 Now in Cancer season and the beginning of summer in the northern hemisphere and winter in the southern hemisphere, the night sky will be illuminated by the first Super Full Moon of the 2023. Closer to the Earth, with a brighter light and stronger gravitational pull this Full Moon in Capricorn intensifies and illuminates our emotions around personal responsibilities and the needs of home and family, with our professional obligations and the needs of career, community and our most worthy goals.

Capricorn is the achiever; authoritative, responsible, ambitious and persistent with a focus on creating material stability through practical strategies and concerted efforts. In opposition is Cancer, the healer, emotional, nurturing and naturally protective of home, family and self-preservation. Both signs are initiators that seek security in their own manner.  This opposition calls for awareness and integration, both ends working in tandem, to find the gift in the middle that stabilizes each other.

Often symbolized by the mountain goat, Capricorn also represents the Sea-Goat and in some ways is more relevant. A mountain goat with a fish’s tail, this mythological creature faces impossible challenges. Yet with a mighty will fixed on its goal, the Sea-Goat learns to scale the highest peaks and swim the largest oceans, becoming a master of these two worlds.

Ruled by Saturn, now retrograde in Pisces, our spiritual commitment, creative undertakings and capacity for compassion are up for an honest review as well as Pisces shadow; issues around escapism, apathy, addiction or delusion that may have or are becoming a problem.

In a stimulating sextile with the Moon, Saturn brings the reality of our situation to the table to scrutinize the challenges we’ve had, the efforts we’ve made and the growth we’ve experienced. To lean into the setbacks, tap into our intuition and cultivate inspired opportunities for continued progress and improvement.  

In a supportive trine with the Moon in Capricorn, Jupiter in Taurus reminds us to pay attention to our body wisdom. Offering encouragement to value our wins and the efforts we have made, Jupiter naturally provides an optimistic perspective and desire for continued growth even as we face some painful truths

With the Sun and Mercury in Cancer opposite the Moon, honest communication is possible. With an open heart, hold space for vulnerability. Share your thoughts, feelings and information, shining light on helpful self-care practices that support emotional equilibrium while striving for success.

In the cosmic background, Saturn in Pisces forms a lively sextile with Jupiter in Taurus. Offering us all an opportunity, for when Jupiter and Saturn interact, something desired is available but will require a monumental effort to realize it.

Under the bright light of this Full Moon in Capricorn we have a clear view of our life and the results of our efforts. This is the time to step up responsibly and seriously take stock about what our next best step is. What needs release, what asks for further commitment? What is desired? Honestly assess if the goals you are working on are truly the ones you want to accomplish. Capricorn is driven to succeed, to do “great work” and integrity is essential to Capricorn, where your basic nature and public identity are aligned.  With clarity and emotional resiliency find the balance between your personal and professional life. Believe in your dreams and aim high.