New Moon in Capricorn - January 11, 2024
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This is a successful period for career development and long-term planning. You may be feeling extra ambitious to tackle new projects, or finally gather the courage to go for the new promotion or job you’ve been looking for.
Your emotions will be moved to the backburner during this time, however. You may be feeling more guarded and there will be a breakdown of communication between your heart and your head – try not to dwell on these inner turmoils, and be wary when spending time with others who may not be understanding of this emotionally-absent period.
Your energy is best spent on patience and self-control, and investments and long-term plans. Plus, a little self-care never hurt anyone!
Correspondences
Herbs/Plants
Hemlock
Comfrey
Hemp
Pansy
Ivy
Red & Black Poppy
Horsetail
Pine
Elm
Yew
Poplar
Crystals
Turquoise
Amethyst
Other
Gold
Green
Off-white
Earth
Winter
Goats
Pigs
Number 8
Journaling Prompts
What does “success” mean to me?
How can I re-evaluate my finances to better suit my goals?
What is a project I’ve always wanted to start, but was too scared to? What small steps can I take to begin that project?
Spells, Charms, Rituals & More
Successful Growth Jar Spell
This spell is a lot like a sourdough starter – keep feeding it and as it grows, so will your success! This is very similar to a money bowl, but in my opinion, it’s more like an altar that you can constantly work on and change. Plus, it kinda looks like those vases from the 90s/2000s filled with neon sand art, so… that's a plus.
Materials
A large, tall jar (I'm using an old pasta jar)
Rice for abundance
Bay leaves for wishes, luck, manifestation and abundance
Coins and/or dollar bills for abundance
Ground cinnamon or cinnamon sticks for success and abundance
Pecans and/or walnuts for success
Paper
Pen or pencil
Permanent marker
Instructions
Take your rice and layer a good amount at the bottom of your jar, maybe an inch or so. This will be the “foundation” of your spell, and represents the beginnings of your success.
Next, write on a few bay leaves what the “seeds” of your success will be. For example, “time”, “energy”, or “commitment” – things that will grant you the success that you want. Bury them in the rice.
Sprinkle ground cinnamon on the rice (or, shove sticks of cinnamon into the rice). This will represent your efforts to grow your success.
Lastly, sprinkle walnuts or pecans on top. These pieces will represent the “buds” of your success; the beginnings of your rewards.
Now, as time goes on, with each accomplishment you make, write it down on a strip of paper, fold it up, and place it in the jar. With patience, the jar will continue to grow until it is overflowing with accomplishments and successes.
Walnut Charms for Prosperity
Materials
Whole walnut(s) for prosperity
Whole cloves for prosperity
Bay leaves for wishes, luck, manifestation and abundance
Rice for abundance
Super glue or twine/string
Golden metallic paint and a paintbrush (optional)
Instructions
Carefully open your walnuts and clean out the shells.
In each shell, place cloves, crumbled bay leaves, and a few grains of rice.
Charge each shell by meditating, with a candle, or however else you see fit.
Once charged, carefully superglue or tie the two halves of the shell back together.
(Optional) Paint your walnut with gold metallic paint.
Leave on your altar and carry the charm with you when you feel the need for some extra prosperity. Once you feel it has done its job, you may bury the charm in your backyard.
Other Ideas & Considerations
Paint your nails gold or green
Carry cinnamon sticks and/or bay leaves with you or in your wallet
DIY your own wind chimes to carry in good luck
Great time to begin any long-term workings you might be considering
