Our final New Moon of 2025 arrives on Saturday 20 December. Officially, it fades from its final waning crescent and turns new at exactly 12:43pm, and that evening, the Moon will be absent from the sky.

It just so happens that this New Moon falls serendipitously in the final few degrees of Sagittarius; a placement that offers an optimistic reset and a prime opportunity for intention setting as we approach the new year. It might just be the perfect moment to manifest your dreams into reality. Here's what you need to know.

What to expect from the New Moon in Sagittarius

New Moons are an emotional refresh. As the energetic low and close of the Moon Cycle, this is a point of calm and cleanse. At the New Moon, we are encouraged to let go of the things that don't serve us, so we can enter the next lunar period renewed. In a way, it's a personal check-point; a moment for you to look inward and assess where you are and recalibrate if you need to. This is why the New Moon is considered the most potent time during the Moon Cycle to manifest. Think of it as planting seeds in the spring, so they can bear fruit and be harvested in the summer.

This New Moon brings us possibility, passion and a future-facing attitude. Here, we are invited to think about what could be, rather than limiting ourselves to what is. This is moment to open your mind and allow the universe to show you the endless possibilities ahead. They're there, waiting to be seen, but only if you choose to look down the path that has been illuminated for us.

The Moon will not be the only celestial body lit up by the optimism of Sagittarius. Venus, Mercury and the Sun are all clustered in the sign of the archer. These placements embolden us to go further, encouraging us to think honestly and passionately about what we truly want in our love lives. Compromising on your aspirations feels empty, instead, expect more. You might be surprised about what comes back to you when you allow your expectations to expand. More broadly, we're inspired to seek a more meaningful and positive way to exist within ourselves. Internal criticism and berating oneself is neither helpful, nor contributes toward your best self. Instead we're asked to move beyond this and think about the bigger picture.

The New Moon in Sagittarius will no longer allow you to view stagnation as "comfortable". Only those things that feel meaningful can offer true comfort from now on. The energy is expansive, asking you to live your life to its fullest and best potential. Sagittarius never was one to value security over new experiences. Do not limit yourself, take a bold leap instead. When you shoot for the Moon, even if you miss, you'll land among the stars.

How to use this New Moon to manifest for 2026

A New Moon in Sagittarius is a particularly useful combination for intention setting and manifestation.

Of course, New Moons are always considered the most potent point during the lunar cycle to engage in manifestations. But the combination of this event falling in Sagittarius makes it particularly auspicious. As a Fire sign, Sagittarius is action driven. An eternal and radical optimist, this sign imbues everything around it with positive energy. It means that this Sagittarius New Moon can make even the biggest dreams feel achievable. It is the perfect time to breathe new energy into any area of your life that may feel stagnant.

"The Sagittarius New Moon is associated with vision, expansion, and possibility, which makes it ideal for deciding what you want from a new year," says Echo, tarot reader on Tarotap.

So how can you set yourself up for the most success and how do you actually manifest? These are some steps shared with us by energy healer Chala Guzel.

1. Cleanse yourself.
   Take a bath with salts, go for an ocean swim or just simply take a shower. This can help to rid any negative energy.
2. Cleanse your space.
   You can do this by lighting a sage bundle and smoking or smudging the area around you.
3. Clear your mind.
   You can meditate, listen to music or just take a moment to sit quietly in your cleared, sacred area. Focus on being present and let go of the errant thoughts spinning through your mind. Spend a few moments thinking about what you want to release, and what you want to call in.
4. Write your goals or manifestations.
   Be clear. Think about what you want to accomplish, what you want to focus on, what your intentions are, what you want to show up, and what steps you plan to take.

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