Working with the Gifts of the New Moon in Sagittarius: A Ritual Guide

The New Moon in Sagittarius occuring on Friday, December 19, 2025 at 8:43pm EST offers a beautiful opportunity to set intentions that align with growth, adventure, and truth as the main themes of this astrological placement move into the forefront for focus. This lunar phase encourages us to expand our horizons, embrace optimism, and pursue our highest ideals. If you want to make the most of this energetic moment, a thoughtful ritual can help you focus your intentions and invite positive change into your life. Sagittarius brings the belief in miracles!

This guide walks you through a practical, step-by-step ritual designed to make the most of the power available to us during a New Moon in Sagittarius. Whether you are new to moon rituals or looking to deepen your practice, these steps will help you connect with the energy of Sagittarius and set meaningful goals.

Understanding the New Moon in Sagittarius Energy

Sagittarius is a fire sign known for its adventurous spirit, love of freedom, and quest for knowledge. When the New Moon occurs in this sign, it signals a fresh start in areas related to exploration, learning, and personal truth.

• Expansion: Sagittarius encourages you to think big and break free from limiting beliefs.

• Optimism: This energy supports a hopeful outlook, even when facing challenges. Sagittarius can find the silver linging in everything!

• Honesty: Sagittarius values truth and authenticity, inviting you to align with your genuine self.

• Adventure: It’s a perfect time to plan new journeys, whether physical, intellectual, or spiritual. You can have an adventure anytime, anywhere.

  
  

The New Moon is a time for planting seeds. In Sagittarius, these seeds are about growth beyond your current boundaries.

Preparing for Your New Moon Ritual

Creating the right environment sets the tone for your ritual. Here’s how to prepare:

• Choose a quiet space where you won’t be disturbed.

• Gather items that resonate with Sagittarius energy: candles (preferably purple or deep blue), crystals like clear quartz, amethyst, or turquoise may help to boost the energy you're creating. Incense such as sage or sandalwood can further stimulate the mood and a journal may anchor the practice further. If you want to use sound during the visualization part of the ritual, bring in the necessary device, speaker, or sound making tools.

• Dress comfortably in clothes that make you feel grounded and open. You may also consider adding a touch of free expression to your wardrobe be that with a scarf, feathers, or another kind of whimsy. Sagittarius knows how to lean into bohemian elements, for sure.

• Set your intention to connect deeply with the New Moon’s energy and your personal goals. Remember that you know you best and whatever your heart is calling to experience reigns supreme in any ritual.

  
  

Take a few moments to breathe deeply and clear your mind before beginning.

Step 1: Ground Yourself and Center Your Mind

Start by sitting comfortably with your feet flat on the ground. Close your eyes and take slow, deep breaths.

• Inhale for a count of four.

• Hold for a count of four.

• Exhale for a count of four.

  
  

Repeat this cycle at least five times. Visualize roots growing from your feet into the earth, anchoring you firmly. This step calls on change while stabliizing your multilayered being. Make sure to take your time with this important step that will allow grounding to help you stay present and focused throughout the ritual.

Step 2: Light Candles and Incense

With your grounded presence and your slowed breath, light your candles and incense to symbolize illumination and purification.

• As you light each candle, say aloud a word or phrase that represents what you want to invite into your life, such as clarity, courage, or growth. One candle works as well as many. Choose what feels right to you.

• Allow the smoke from the incense to cleanse your space and your energy. If you do not prefer incense, palo santo, or another smudging tool, this can be a practice of closing your eyes and cleansing with a visulization of white light clearing you and your space.

  
  

This step creates a sacred atmosphere and signals the start of your ritual.

Step 3: Reflect on Sagittarius Themes

Take your journal and write down what Sagittarius means to you. Consider these prompts:

• What areas of your life feel ready for expansion?

• Where do you want to be more honest with yourself or others?

• What adventures or learning experiences excite you?

• How can you embrace optimism even in difficult situations?

  
  

Write freely without judgment. This reflection connects your intentions to the energy of the New Moon.

Step 4: Set Clear Intentions

Now, focus on setting specific intentions. Use the insights from your reflection to craft statements in the present tense, such as:

• “I embrace new opportunities for learning and growth.”

• “I speak my truth with confidence and kindness.”

• “I welcome adventure and new experiences into my life.”

  
  

Write the number of intentions that feel good to your soul so that you have a sense of completeness and "yes, that's it" once they're written. Be clear and positive. Avoid vague or negative language. (If you have questions about this, feel free to reach out to valerie@mywellnesssage.com for support on your affirmation wording. It truly matters how you think and speak.)

Step 5: Visualize Your Intentions Coming to Life

Close your eyes and imagine your intentions unfolding over the coming weeks.

• Picture yourself taking steps toward your goals.

• Feel the emotions of success, joy, and fulfillment.

• Imagine obstacles dissolving and support appearing.

  
  

Spend five to ten minutes in this visualization. The more vividly you visualize, the stronger the connection to a desired outcome you will be. You may sit or recline in silence as you visualize and you may choose to play an instrumental or ambient track that inspires your vision.

Step 6: Express Gratitude

End your ritual by expressing gratitude for the guidance and energy of the New Moon in Sagittarius.

• Thank the universe, your higher self, or any spiritual guides you believe in.

• Acknowledge your own commitment to growth and change. Thank yourself.

  
  

Gratitude helps seal your intentions and invites positive energy.

Step 7: Close Your Ritual

Extinguish your candles safely, knowing your intentions are set. Take a moment to revisit the 4 count breath from the beginning of the ritual and do this again. Take slow, deep breaths. Another set of five cycles for this breathing practice is so lovely.

• Inhale for a count of four.

• Hold for a count of four.

• Exhale for a count of four.

Visualize the Roots you grew coiling back up into you and transforming into a golden light within your naval center that gently fades away.

• Keep your journal somewhere special.

• Consider revisiting your intentions as this lunar cycle unfolds and adjust those intentions as needed, trusting your intuition every step of the way.

It is generally considered appropriate to work with the energy of a particular astrological placement and/or phase up to three days ahead and three days after. Work with it as you are called. Many good wishes to you for your ritual work!