I say this confidently but also with so much bias: Capricorn season is the most important time of the year. Hear me out. Capricorn season, which begins on December 22nd and ends on January 19th, represents both the end of the year and the beginning of the new year—it's about tying up loose ends and starting fresh (with a detailed plan in place, of course). It's an important time of the year for all signs and an opportunity for reinvention, rebranding, reshaping, and redirecting. And it's important to note that the Capricorn is a mythical sea-goat—the goat symbolizes ambition, drive, determination and a willingness to climb, no matter how treacherous. "Many people think that Capricorn energy or Capricorns are hard asses, stuck in their ways. That's not true," astrologer Aycee Brown shares. "Capricorn energy and Capricorn season is really about asking: what are your values, and are you willing to stand 10 toes down in those values to accomplish what you desire?"
This Capricorn season is especially important as it carries a special potency as it begins with Mars also moving through the sign. So, how can everyone of all signs, placements, and birth charts use the energy that Capricorn season provides to their advantage? I asked 6 astrologists to chime in with spiritual guidance that will allow us all to channel the sea-goat as we close 2025 and enter 2026.
Make New Years Resolutions (And Keep Them)
"Capricorn season can stir up grand New Year’s resolutions. Ambition is strong, and there’s value in harnessing that motivation to plan ahead. But true Capricorn wisdom knows that real success doesn’t come from punishing yourself into action. It comes from perseverance, patience, and a belief in your ability to rise.
Capricorn is also the sign of legacy, tradition, and the ancestral thread that connects generations. It’s no accident that Christmas and many other cultural and spiritual celebrations fall during Capricorn season. Saturn’s rulership gives this time of year its sense of ritual and reverence. We gather to honour what’s stood the test of time, whether that’s family traditions, seasonal meals, or simply being together.
This is a season that asks us to think beyond the moment. What are you building that will last? What values do you want to pass on? Capricorn energy supports the work of laying foundations that will hold strong in the years to come." - Natasha Weber
Lock In
"Capricorn truly captures the essence of the 'winter arc' or 'lock-in season,' reminding us to return to the fundamentals —the formula as old as time: hard work pays off. It reminds us that navigating life, challenges, and desires isn’t easy, but it is simple. Capricorn season is about building sustainable systems, making necessary structural changes, and moving forward with grounded intention rather than uncontrolled anxiety. 2026 is a year that will undeniably compel the collective to take themselves and their lives more seriously. It serves as a stark wake up call for anyone moving through life passively, operating on autopilot, or believing that their dreams will simply materialize without intentional effort or the conscious self-concept development necessary to do so.Thankfully, this Capricorn season marks the opening chapter of that era, offering each of us an equal opportunity for renewed success and identity reinvention. As a Saturn ruled sign, Capricorn provides us with the essential tools to begin strongly and sustainably so we can hit the ground running into the new year: strategic planning, disciplined commitment to ourselves and our goals, and decisive execution.
Here are the areas of life you’ll likely see the most drive and determination in based off of your rising sign:
Aries: career, public image, reputation, success, independence, confidence, legacy.
Taurus: traveling, education, faith, philosophy, opportunities, expansion, media, comfort zone.
Gemini: shared finances, investments, trust, intimacy, personal transformation, major endings.
Cancer: relationships, partnerships, enemies, interpersonal connections, collaborations, clients.
Leo: work, health, routine, lifestyle, efforts, productivity, habits, labor, scheduling.
Virgo: romance, children, pregnancy, sex, fertility, joy, creativity, fun, talent, entrepreneurship.
Libra: home, family, living situation, private life, property, the past, childhood, inner-self.
Scorpio: communication, thinking, mindset, environment, transportation, siblings, everyday life.
Sagittarius: money, possessions, accessibility, resources, self worth, personal values, self care.
Capricorn: self, identity, looks, body, health, life path, personal brand, ego.
Aquarius: mental health, psychology, subconscious mind, rest, release, intuition, blind spots.
Pisces: friends, social network, larger ambitions, support from others, social media, bigger vision." - Kayla Marie
Think Long-Term
"Capricorn is the zodiac sign of legacy, long-term vision, and the creation of stable foundations. If it won't matter in 3 years, it's not of Capricorn's realm. And this season isn’t just asking us to think about those themes, it’s actively supporting their construction.
It’s an especially favourable time for setting long-range goals and building strategies around career, relationships, and family life. Capricorn energy favors seriousness, commitment, and decisions that are meant to last. Now is the time to harness the power of manifestation, not as in wishful thinking and daydreaming, but from a very practical standpoint.
This Capricorn season invites you to start with the end in mind. Define your goal with precision, then work backward to map the concrete steps needed to reach it. This might look like asking yourself: What does professional stability actually mean for me? How does family happiness look like to me? How will I measure success? What foundational steps need to happen first? Once those answers are clear, begin acting on them right away." - Julia Topaz
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Manifest
"Capricorn season 2025 is going to sizzle for everybody because of the Mars in Capricorn, which ruled by task master, Saturn, it’s influence is going to make us all be on the move. In a beautiful, practical and ambitious way because Capricorn is an earth sign. It is about manifesting. It is guiding us to make something happen. This vibe comes from a passionate, rooted place that is driven to success through the heart, not the head. The winter solstice energy is the true New Year portal. The shadow archetype may show up as, judgements or joy, self discipline vs. self sabotage, the inner victor or inner critic. It’s time for some soul alignment. Let's peek into each zodiac sign:
Aries: New Identity unveiled.
Taurus: Steady, purposeful flow.
Gemini: Comfort Zone Redux.
Cancer: Step into your future.
Leo: Reconnect to your Passion.
Virgo: Wellness feeds your Soul.
Libra: Light Up your Creativity.
Scorpio: Self Worth is Currency.
Sagittarius: Soften Your Edges.
Capricorn: Sharpen Your Senses.
Aquarius: Ready Your Portal.
Pisces: Your Joy is Energy." - Tonya Melendez
Reflect, Reconnect, & Reset
"The onset of the Sun’s ingress into Capricorn brings winter and reflection.
Aries: If you are currently involved with someone, take note of how much energy you're giving to them. If you feel like you're streaming more effort into the connection than you're receiving, it's time to move on.
Taurus: It's time to start planning winter getaways or trips to see light displays and stocking up on decorations to make the season merry and bright.
Gemini: Spend the month gathering your thoughts and relishing in the softness. Nothing feels better than to feel the love and warmth that surrounds you.
Cancer: You'll be surprised where conversations take you right now, which will provide you with the insight you need to determine whether or not you want to move forward with a romantic partner.
Leo: If there are any passion projects that have fallen to the wayside recently, now would be the time to reorganize your tasks so you can bring your vision into the material realms.
Virgo: Use the month to focus on artistic endeavors. This solar placement is also great for reconnecting with your friends, so if you don't feel like busting out the art supplies, go out for brunch with your besties.
Libra: Even if you're feeling lonely, avoid the temptation to return to toxic exes, as the comfort you feel will be fleeting and can ultimately get in the way of your next great love.
Scorpio: You'll take on a nurturing role within your friend circle right now. Tending to other people's problems might feel like an instinctual calling, but you'll need to loosen the reins if people aren't willing to take your advice.
Sagittarius: Use the month to prioritize your financial and career ambitions, rather than focusing on love. Helpful connections could bring new opportunities your way, and you won't want to be distracted by romance.
Capricorn: Your popularity will skyrocket in this cosmic climate, but it'll be important that you're selective of who you let in emotionally. The stars and planets will ask you to set boundaries where they're needed.
Aquarius: Protect your energy! Light a Yule log for protection from evil spirits lurking, since the veil is thinning between the metaphysical and physical worlds at this time.
Pisces: Some ways to celebrate the new season include hosting a community get-together to reflect on the events of the past year and to honor the memories." - Lisa Stardust
