Full Moon in Capricorn

On Thursday, July 10th, the Capricorn Full Buck Moon rises in the sky, ushering in some much needed grounding while we navigate the intensity of the mega July astrological transits, as well as the unique tension between Capricorn and Cancer. The energy of July is clearly not here to coddle us. It is here to help us grow, to clear the backlog, to clarify what we are building. The month opens in a swirl of tension, not quite chaotic, but full of friction between what we’ve carried and what we’re becoming. Cancer Season is beginning to wane, preparing for fiery Leo Season soon, but that doesn’t mean it’s forfeited its watery power just yet. Beneath the softness lies a backbone of truth: it’s time to get serious about how we care for ourselves and the lives we’re shaping through our thoughts and actions.

This Full Moon is traditionally called the Buck Moon, named after the time of year when male deer begin to regrow their antlers. These antlers don’t appear overnight, they form slowly, layer by layer, preparing the deer for future challenges. This symbolism mirrors our own internal growth. Under this earthy, determined Capricorn Full Buck Moon, we’re reminded that strength doesn’t always look flashy or dramatic. Sometimes, it’s about quiet preparation, about growing into the next version of ourselves before the world even sees it. The Buck Moon invites us to trust slow, steady progress, even when there’s no visible result yet.

This Full Moon activates the Capricorn–Cancer axis, one of the most archetypal oppositions in astrology. Capricorn rules structure, work ethic, discipline, and public responsibility. Cancer rules home, memory, feelings, and emotional safety. Together, they form a sacred tension between outer achievement and inner nourishment. This Full Moon asks: Are your ambitions supporting the life you actually want to live? Are you taking care of yourself while taking care of business? True sustainability comes from honoring both. You don’t need to choose between strength and softness - they need each other.

We often associate Capricorn with duty and success, but we forget its mystical roots. The Sea Goat isn’t just a goat, it has a fish tail, a MerGoat, if you will. Or don’t, I’m not offended. It swims in the depths while climbing impossible peaks. Capricorn is often seen as the sign of the CEO, the builder, the stoic, but we forget the mysticism embedded in its symbol, the Sea Goat. Capricorn links the highest heights with the deepest emotional currents. This Full Moon isn’t just about making plans or managing time. It’s about asking whether your ambition is rooted in truth. Can you climb without disconnecting from the soul? Can you lead without losing your inner compass?

This Full Moon asks us to do the same. To balance our need for safety with our need to grow. To hold our emotions without drowning in them. To honor our ambition without abandoning our inner world. So let this be a reckoning, not in the harsh sense, but in the sacred one. A pause to ask: Am I living in a way that reflects who I really am? Am I carrying more than I need to? Where am I called to take responsibility, not just for my past, but for my future. I know this seems like a persistent theme in Astrology, but the truth is, we are in a very tumultuous time, and it’s time we started to really decide what path we want to take. There comes a point where going back may seem impossible, so now is the time to really bear down, or goat down, and figure out what you want in this one, shimmering flickering miracle of life.

There is no shame in adjusting course. There is wisdom in slowing down. And there is power in choosing presence over performance. This Full Moon does not demand perfection. It asks for commitment. To yourself. To the work. And to the quiet knowing that you are capable of building something lasting, not just for the world to see, but for your soul to rest inside.

Neptune is in Retrograde, with Saturn following it’s Retrograde on July 13th, both in action oriented Aries. As these are planets farther out, they don’t have quite the retrograde influence as everyone’s favorites like Mercury-which is coming later this month on the 18th. July’s astrology is wilding out! Getting back to Neptune and Saturn’s retrograde influences, just because they are farther away doesn’t mean there impact is any less significant, and these two planets encourage us to slow down and tend to unfinished business. These aren’t small nudges, they’re invitations to look back with intention, not regret. Saturn retrograde calls us to review our foundations, responsibilities, and timelines. Neptune whispers that maybe our dreams need reworking too, not to discourage us, but to make sure they still align with our soul. Saturn governs time, responsibility, and karmic lessons. Neptune governs dreams, ideals, and spiritual vision. In Aries, the sign of identity and action, this retrograde pause invites us to reassess how we’re moving forward. Saturn wants your foundation to be solid, while Neptune encourages you to follow your intuition. So you’ve got the two planets influencing this Full Moon in a way that wants to make sure where you’re headed feels both stable and true. This isn’t about going backward. It’s about making sure we’re not sprinting toward a finish line or destination that isn’t meant for us.

At the same time, Uranus has entered Gemini for the first time in decades, ushering in a faster, more electric current. This shift might feel like static or like clarity, depending on how grounded we are. Conversations speed up, insights hit quickly, and systems of communication begin to mutate. Uranus is the planet of innovation, disruption, and sudden insight. Gemini rules communication, ideas, and learning. This shift accelerates how we process, speak, and connect, both individually and culturally. It may feel like a surge of mental electricity, which can be exciting or overwhelming depending on how grounded we are. Expect breakthroughs, but also be prepared to unplug when needed. This transit is just beginning, and it’s setting the tone for a whole new era in how we think, share, and synthesize information. I think with the growing reliance on technology, we have to figure out how we’re getting our information and if we can trust these mediums and methods, if we welcome it with open arms, use it strategically or abandon it all together. That’s a personal choice. I like AI for a lot of things, but I’ll be honest, it frustrates me more than it doesn’t.

Add to that Mercury’s upcoming retrograde in Leo, and you’ve got a moment rich with review, particularly around how we express ourselves, what we believe we have to offer, and whether our creative fire has been dimmed by performance or pride. Later this month, Mercury will retrograde in Leo, the sign of creative expression, visibility, and personal pride. When Mercury retraces its steps, communication, tech, and travel can feel glitchy, but the deeper invitation is internal. I actually had to check this week if Mercury was in Retrograde because life has been ultra glitchy, but I guess I’m just girding my loins because we’ll get to experience four, that’s right, four retrogrades in July once Mercury joins the Retrograde Club with Pluto, Neptune and Saturn. This retrograde invites us to reflect on how we speak and share ourselves. Are we leading with authenticity or with performance? Are we saying what we mean, or are we curating our image for applause? Use this time to reconnect with your creative voice, especially if you’ve felt silenced, censored, or scattered lately.

All of this sets the tone for the Capricorn Full Moon on July 10th. Go ahead, take a deep breath.  This Full Moon is bringing major Astrology, which you can think of as a celestial-spiritual culmination, a checkpoint, a sober but empowering invitation to take responsibility for the direction of our lives. If we’ve been slacking, coasting or not going after the life we truly want, this Full Moon will help you ground down in earthy Capricorn with some sprinkle power of Aries, Cancer and Leo in the mix. The Moon in Capricorn isn’t interested in bypassing or spiritual fluff.  This isn’t a moon for toxic positivity or love and light only, this is a time for honesty, integrity and follow through. Capricorn with a little help from the other signs impacting this month are here to help you with your future gameplan. A plan we can actually walk, not just talk. And yet, with the Sun still in Cancer, there’s a need to honor our emotional truth while doing it. To show up for ourselves with both tenderness and structure.

Capricorn is the mountain climber of the zodiac, and when the Moon passes through here, we’re asked to pause and look at the climb. Are we scaling heights that actually matter to us, or have we just been trying to prove something? What is driving us, fear, curiosity, or something else entirely? This Full Moon reminds us that ambition is only meaningful when it’s aligned with our inner compass.

There’s support here, too. Mars in Virgo trines the Moon, offering a dose of grounded action. We’re not being asked to leap, just to take the next right step. This isn’t about impulsive moves. It’s about practical steps, thoughtful adjustments, and clear effort that aligns with our long-term goals. If you’ve been waiting for a sign to do the thing, this is it. Start small, but start with intention.

Eris, on the other hand, makes a sharper angle, stirring discontent, especially around outdated systems, rules, or authority figures that feel suffocating. She doesn’t create chaos for the sake of it. She reminds us that friction is part of finding a higher harmony. Eris, the goddess of discord, squares this Full Moon. Her influence can stir rebellion, discomfort, or a sense that something just isn’t right. But Eris doesn’t create chaos for the thrill of it. She exposes outdated systems and shines a light on where we’ve been too compliant. This friction can lead to freedom, if we’re willing to face what’s been festering. It’s a nudge to stand up, speak out, or shift direction when something no longer serves the greater harmony.

And Saturn, ruler of Capricorn, is whispering still. Now retrograde, he’s reminding us that what we build must be sustainable. That emotional maturity isn’t about suppression, but integration. This Moon may bring echoes from six months ago. Unfinished cycles. Karmic storylines. But it also brings the chance to claim our next chapter with clarity and grace.