Second New Moon in December 2024: How this Black Moon can help let go of the old and make room for the new

Second new moon in December 2024: A rare black moon

On December 30th at 11:30 p.m. CET we will experience the last new moon of this year – a very rare black moon. The second new moon within a calendar month will also be Black Moon called, and as such it amplifies the typical energies of a new moon. This New Moon in Capricorn marks a powerful moment of new beginnings and a rare and magnificent opportunity to reflect on the past year and shape the year ahead with clear, disciplined goals.

This new moon is particularly suitable for experiencing profound transformations, letting go of the old and making room for the new. Of course, this energy is heightened by the fact that it takes place on the penultimate day of the year and on the cusp of the New Year. Because the new moon (and the sun) is in the sign of Capricorn, it emphasizes the importance of taking practical steps to realize our visions. This phase requires more than fleeting desires – it requires serious, purposeful intentions based on self-control, discipline, pragmatism and structure.

Get out of your comfort zone!

A new moon in Capricorn is a good time to focus on goals, intentions, and practical steps toward long-term success. Here’s the thing: Capricorn, ruled by Saturn, emphasizes discipline, responsibility and resilience. This means: Now is not the time for larifari castles in the air and fleeting wishes, but rather a really great opportunity to make hard, uncomfortable decisions that are also outside of our comfort zone and focus on sustainable success.

The Capricorn New Moon asks us to set concrete, long-term goals, create stable foundations for our growth, and focus on the practical steps necessary to realize our visions.

Reflection and realignment

If this all sounds stressful, remember that this is also a time for reflection, reflection and reframing. This can be fun! It is a powerful opportunity to approach the year with clear, concrete goals and intentions, let go of the old, and reposition yourself for the year ahead. What do you want to leave behind in 2024? What are you looking forward to in the new year?

What you should do in the days around the new moon, but also what you shouldn’t do:

The second new moon in December 2024 is particularly suitable for this

Build patience into your desires and goals. Success doesn’t happen overnight, and this phase of the moon reminds us to trust the process. Capricorn teaches us the importance of waiting for the right moment to invest in the future. This is not a time for impulsive actions, but rather for strategic, well-thought-out steps.

Set and formulate clear goals. Capricorn energy supports structured planning and realistic goal setting. If you have a goal, how long will it take you to achieve it? Do you set intermediate goals for yourself? What obstacles might arise? What is your plan B? How many days a week will you work on it? At what time? Be as specific as possible.

Set priorities. Capricorns are great at that. Ask yourself: What is really important? Of course you can make 15 resolutions, but three are realistic. What are your top 3?