New Moon in Sagittarius: countering culture and the big picture

On By Ka Malana - Fiestaestrellas.comIn Astrology
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Every year this season and time period brings tremendous hustle and bustle to an already growingly bustling world. There’s so much production, consumerism, and even many services offered. Marketers, even artists and authors, choose this time of year to unveil their creations so that the public will munch up their offerings, buying extra to give them as gifts. They hope to make bigger sales at this time. All those offerings come in the form of communications and advertisements, too. In essence, this is a big, loud, and boisterous time of the year! There’s simply a lot of commotion and it disrupts just about everyone’s nervous systems. But, it’s still done anyways, regardless.

It’s easier to get the sales when everyone is dysregulated, right?! Well, if your businesses are those kinds of companies that thrive on perpetuating the unwellness of others, that’s the case. But not for everyone. I see a future where people want to increasingly supply and provide for others that which is actually good for them– and, I think it can be done through business. If business is built with heart at its center.

Meanwhile, my norm at this time of the year, is me actively trying to reduce the clutter, figure out the essentials, and embrace the center of my being. Actually, I cling to the center of my being at this time of year. I make sure that I don’t spin with every single swish/swash of wind-current caused by the hustle and bustle of forces much more sizable than I. You could say that I am actively “countering culture.” Now, I’m not actually ‘a culture’–so I’m not “counter culture.” I’m just an individual, free, and full of self-agency–you could argue that I am a culture, though, because of all my cells and the microbes which make up even more of my body than “I” do, but that’s not the point of my writing here. I am actively “countering” the dominant culture.

This is what I am countering: the mainstream energy of the push and rush–keeping up with ‘other’ people and their movements, following the crowd–none of that is appealing to me!! Now, this requires very little energy from me when I do it right. I simply “stop,” and put my energy into this dark place of “no place.” The external me might even seem like it’s doing the movements, and going with the flow, and even a part of the problem! In fact, the “little self” version of me sometimes does get overwhelmed; but, I do often manage to bring it right back to the center and identify with quiet version of me. I double-down on my efforts to meditate and get clear. I keep ever vigilant to “what really matters.” My goal is to chisel out what is essential from the informant of my inner quietude.

The Sagittarius New Moon, now, coming in on the 19th and 20th depending on where you are located, is here to help. It comes at a special time when the Solstice is very near to us — when the Sun reaches its southernmost position in the sky for the year, giving the Northern Hemisphere its shortest day and longest night. We celebrate the return to the light, too. This is not just the darkness of winter (as many of us are in more milder climates). It’s also the darkness of our visions. We are being called to confront the fears of the darkness (our past failures) that veils our true vision in Sagittarius (the potential future).

It’s a common tradition to watch or read A Christmas Carol, by Charles Dickens, at this time of the year, as it corresponds to the contemplations of giving vs. miserliness. The didactic nature of the story lends us an accounting of our personal deeds and how good we have been at loving others throughout the year. It’s as if to ask: what is the current state of your heart? referring to the level of its openness. Just as Ebenezer Scrooge is visited by the ghosts of the past, present, and future, we can gaze into the stars and see the light of the past and reckon with times that are beyond the current one and see the fruits of our actions. It’s through this transcendence of time we are afforded the careful and observant weighing of our deeds. To me this is the “clock stopping” silence of the magic of the season… the one we can tap into if we focus on what really matters and go deep.

This New moon in Sagittarius asks us ‘Where do you shine your wisdom light?’ Imagine you have a lantern and it only covers a small crop of space before you. You have to make a choice as to where to point it. Neptune and Saturn in the last bits of Pisces are in square with the Sun, Moon, and Venus in Sagittarius. Now more than ever you can get really clear on both your values and your dreams. You can check to make sure that they are aligned. You can check to make sure that you are aligned with the highest and best.

Step 1:

Pretend you have only one arrow left in your quiver that represents your highest value, and you look into it and gaze at its offering, what would you OFFER TO YOURSELF? How could you translate that most important value of yours into your destination? Only YOU have the answer.

Step 2:

Hitch that value to a star (enhancing the destination), and if you don’t wish to make dream board or vision quest into a labor, then simply place your hand on your heart and say “ I treasure this __(your highest value)____as a gift I have found and wish to share it in the best way that can live freely outside of me… I wish to share it with __(at least one other/ animal/friends/the world)___. Thank you for this day and time, for this special hour, and for the sacred purpose of my life. Thank you that I get to draw these breaths. I trust those steps that will follow with the same clarity and purity of my intention.”

Here’s a short list of values for your thought and intention process to discover which is the brightest of all. Some are similar to others, so you might want to spend some time with it. If you can’t pick one, then the next best thing is to at least narrow it down to 3. It might help to do it in stages and choose those that you want to circle first on a gut-level that stand out, and then further narrow it down, after that, with some more thoughtfulness. You can consider different situations (real or imagined) that help you to use these values in a context for decision-making. These are all just some suggestions to help you get started.

Integrity, Honesty, Self-Awareness, Mindfulness, Bravery, Courage, Authenticity, Personal Growth, Learning, Faith, Spirituality, Wisdom, Knowledge, Creativity, Innovation, Love, Affection, Family, Home, Friendship, Connection, Kindness, Compassion, Respect, Civility, Loyalty, Commitment, Empathy, Understanding, Ambition, Drive, Success, Achievement, Productivity, Effectiveness, Independence, Self-reliance, Leadership, Influence, Recognition, Status, Justice, Fairness, Equality, Equity, Responsibility, Accountability, Service, Sustainability, Environmental care, Peace, Non-Violence, Freedom, Liberty, Fun, Joy, Playfulness, Adventure, Exploration, Health, Wellness, Comfort, Security, Beauty, Aesthetics, Simplicity, Minimalism…

Wishing you a lovely turn of the year— May your holidays be Merry and Bright!! If you should find yourself feeling sad and sullen, know that this too shall pass. Nothing is here to stay–not us, especially. Also, offer yourself so much love and kindness and be extra soft with you.

Be well my dear ones. You are so very loved.

31 thoughts on “New Moon in Sagittarius: countering culture and the big picture”

  2. I wish that my path may be offered to all others Ka. Not exactly my path but one that is ‘them’ in this journey so that they too may find that love within 🤗❤️🙏

    Merry Christmas kind lady, may you too find its beauty within…each time, each year, each adventure that it shares to guide us 🤗🎄🎅🎶🎁🕊️🦌☃️❤️🙏

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    1. I feel you. Your path is definitely offered to me and I feel it as the perfect reminder, and regularly. I am attuned to your vision, Mark, to the heart of us inside and the love that never fails. Thank you 🙏🏼 with so much appreciation for you. I get to be with “me” even more for you being ‘in this’ with me. 🤣 Thanks and Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays, and cheers to the Beauty within, Mark, and all its whims for adventure, peace, and fruition. Let the love continue to grow…

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  4. Actually, I cling to the center of my being at this time of year. I make sure that I don’t spin with every single swish/swash of wind-current caused by the hustle and bustle of forces much more sizable than I. You could say that I am actively “countering culture.” Now, I’m not actually ‘a culture’–so I’m not “counter culture.” I’m just a individual, free, and full of self-agency–you could argue that I am a culture, though, because of all my cells and the microbes which make up even more of my body than “I” do, but that’s not the point of my writing here. I am actively “countering” the dominant culture.

    I love this 😘♥️

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  6. Well, now. The winter solstice.

    To me, this is “my time”.

    Darkness should never be feared as something harmful. There is no morning without midnight. No action without rest.

    But, to me, this is the most introspective time. Don’t get me wrong, I fit in with all the family demands for festivity. Less so anyone else’s. When asked by colleagues if I am attending seasonal events, my standard answer is: “I work with you. Why would I want to socialise with you?”

    But I buy little, despite the commercial stuff, and would prefer to spend the time quietly.

    There is always a lamp in the darkness. A guide who walks ahead. She is uncompromising, but never unkind. The question, fir me, always, is: “Can I see the torch?”

    Sometimes…

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    1. Beautiful! I love this!
      Enjoy your “my time” 🤍 ♥️
      It’s definitely essential for the magick; and maybe in your case, a bit of 😏 😆

      “There is always a lamp in the darkness. A guide who walks ahead. She is uncompromising, but never unkind.” I love that…

      This New moon and Solstice together are paired. Plus the Atlas/3I closest flyby bringing us “closer” to another solar system, entirely. It’s a time… to step out of time and to see the light. ⌛️

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      1. My avatar is the clue to the words you have quoted. That has some relevance to the new moon as well.

        Another solar system? We are all children of the universe. What relevance, then, has distance, save in the inadequacies of our perception?

        Sometimes, the light is most clearly seen from a distance. How else would we see the stars?

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  7. Beautiful post and mindful prompts Ka! I Love the questions that draw us back into our truth and align us on our spiritual pathway.

    Thank you for presence here and your deep understanding of astrology and life Ka. I wish you many blessings during Christmas with family and friends and I look forward to connecting with you as we gallop forward with Horse energy 🐎 👏💞 in 2026!!

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    1. Hi Karen,

      I hope you had a wonderful holiday season and celebration time. It seems to come in and out like a whirl. As I put in another response to you (similarly), I love astrology so much for its alignment with me over the decades. It’s been a way to embrace change, reframe challenge, and seek (and find) deeper understanding (perpetually).

      I’ll be ready to gallop with you very soon. Firstly, I pause. I’m in my moments of pause. This is such a sacred space. I’ve been slow to emerge, and I work to clarify each day (and moment) how I can bring stillness “into my movements.” You can definitely say that it’s a work in progress. I’m so glad you enjoyed my questions here. It meant a lot to me to spend time writing them. This is really a special and purposeful way to call in our highest values. My words for 2026 are clarity, purpose, and laughter (alignment).

      Let’s make sure our saddles are ready and our horses well-fed and hydrated!

      All my love, K

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      1. I agree Ka, Reflecting on this year and all the lessons I learned through it is so important before we gallop ahead.

        Love your words for 2026 and may we both align with stillness, peace and truth next year. 🙏🏻💞

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  8. This resonates with me so much!! I was having almost the exact same thoughts during/after my meditation this morning and thinking that I’d write them in a blog post later (about this season’s consumerism, busyness, and loudness and how we can choose to participate or not). I love how we are so often on the same divine vibe, stars vibe, moon vibe, herb vibe, all the vibes :). I also love your solely (soul-y) unique words and thoughts and your suggested activity to do for focus. Thank you for all you share!✨

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