As the year winds to a close, December invites us to reflect on our journey while embracing the spirit of renewal. The month begins with the optimism of Sagittarius season, sparking curiosity and a desire to expand our horizons. This energy inspires us to look beyond the familiar, welcoming fresh perspectives and bold aspirations for the new year.
Mid-December ushers in Capricorn season, grounding us in practicality and determination. This shift encourages us to set long-term goals and build solid foundations for what lies ahead. The Winter Solstice on December 21 marks a pivotal moment, reminding us of the balance between rest and renewal as the longest night gives way to growing light.
Whether you’re seasoned in astrology or just starting your celestial journey, December’s transits offer powerful insights to help you align with the energies of closure and possibility. This guide unpacks the key moments, empowering you to embrace the season’s transformative gifts and prepare for the year ahead.
01
Jupiter Trine Lilith
You might feel particularly fortunate at this moment to push the envelope and broaden your horizons. This is a key time to let your inner instincts and raw emotions run wild, especially if you've ever been restricted or suppressed in any way. Your distinct viewpoint and rebellious personality are now warmly welcomed. Others are now prepared to hear what they weren't prepared to hear in the past.
02
Mercury Trine Chiron
You may now communicate your ideas and views with ease. You may connect with people from all walks of life by using your past wounds as diplomatic fuel.
Venus Trine Uranus
Personal connections are lively and even liberating. Experimentation in the bedroom will enhance established partnerships, but new relationships may quickly fizzle out. You may have a sudden influx of cash or want to invest in artistic pursuits.
03
Mercury Sextile Lilith
Your attitude and communication style make it simple for you to communicate your own thoughts and rebellious spirit. You can tell the truth to power without fear of social repercussions, and others will respect your honesty.
04
Mercury Opposite Jupiter
It’s very easy to overcommit yourself under this influence, as Jupiter will have you ignoring the fine print and feeling excited about the possibilities. Your mind is open to many ideas and others will help you along the way. You may not feel like doing the work but still want the rewards.
Sun Square Saturn
Restriction weighs heavily on you now and life may feel rife with changes you don’t want. You can still achieve your goals, but it will require discipline and persistence despite the pressures you feel.
Venus Sextile Neptune
This transit is wonderful for changing old patterns, especially when it comes to relationships, social events and creativity. You will be energized and feel passionate and inspired to be creative.
05
Sun Conjunct Mercury
The Sun and Mercury join together, making creative expression easy. The downside is that it causes rampant over-thinking and it may be difficult to see other perspectives. Use this energy to take an inward look and make positive decisions for your future.
06
Mars Retrograde
When the planet of action moves backward, everything slows down. Exhaustion and heaviness set in. It’s difficult to find motivation. The warrior needs rest, too, so make time for relaxation and fun, while watching for arguments that could arise out of irritability.
Mercury Square Saturn
Take this opportunity to work alone and dive deep into your work. It’s not worth trying to communicate ideas at this time - they simply will not be heard. Take your time to adjust your structures and discipline yourself in the meantime.
07
Venus into Aquarius
Venus in Aquarius increases the desire for unconventional relationships and freedom in the familiar. Lovers must be friends, too, or perhaps friends will become lovers. Still, strong ethics contribute to this transit, as transparency and fairness are key to happiness in partnerships.
Venus Conjunct Pluto
You or those you love may be feeling extra clingy under this transit. Intimacy and connection are favored, but consent is always key! You can enjoy deep creative or psychological pursuits with great awareness of your personal feelings.
Sun Oppostite Jupiter
Everything seems to fall into place in the right way at the right time. What you do with this energy is what matters, because the outcome is dependent upon it. If you get too high and mighty now, you’re likely to come crashing down, but gratitude and humility will work strongly in your favor.
Neptune Direct
Neptune’s energy returns to an outward state, and inner conflicts and confusion dissipate. If the veil of idealism was lifted during the retrograde period, you may now return to it, so be careful not to get lost again in its escapism.
09
Venus Sextile Node
This sextile creates a connection to both the future and the past. Personal relationships and creature comforts are attractive, but you could be missing out by not socializing more.
Sun Sextile Lilith
You may drawn more to the fantasy than the reality of one aspect of your life now. Use your intuition and creativity to heal your shadow side.
10
Sun Trine Chiron
You have a special feeling of mission and purpose. When your will and your feelings are tested, you could change course on your road and discover inspiration rather than hopelessness.
12
Venus Opposite Mars
We are working to balance our personal desires with other people’s needs at this time. In order to receive love, we need to give it. Harmony and peace are achieved when we release our ego and allow the increased passion we’re feeling to change relationships for the better.
13
Mercury Sextile Venus
Words are used tactfully now and your desire for truth and fairness are tempered with the desire for peace. This is a great time to enjoy the arts or socializing and to spruce up your home environment.
15
Full Moon in Gemini
You may be reflecting on how you communicate with others, and how you can improve in this area. Are you too stern? How do others perceive you? Is text better than a phone call? You will be able to express your needs when you align with others.
Mercury Retrograde Ends
‘Re’ is the optimal prefix when Mercury is retrograde, as we often find ourselves re-doing, re-working and renegotiating during this period. As Mercury also rules technology and short travel, this period can also bring technological nightmares and travel snafus. Take the opportunity the universe is offering to just step away and relax if you can.
18
Lilith Opposite Chiron
You risk being fixated on your independence while also becoming sucked into your fury and untamed emotions. Work through the difficulties of accepting the strength that past wounds have given you and learn to accept your traumas.
Sun Square Neptune
Disillusionment, confusion and deception are likely under this influence. Authenticity is the best medicine for combatting any disappointments that come up now.
19
Venus Trine Jupiter
It’s an amazing time to connect with those you love, or someone new if you’re looking for it. You can mend relationships now and find enjoyment easily. Mark this day as one to look forward to!
21
Sun into Capricorn
The Sun in Capricorn has a relentless desire to succeed that never wavers. Personal goals and high ideals can be achieved. Review your recent achievements and look toward future opportunites.
23
Sun Square Node
No matter how talented you are at grabbing attention and being authentic, karmic difficulties and oppositions may arise when you express yourself. Do not let this stop you. Study it to gain knowledge.
Venus Sextile Chiron
You are sensitive to the needs of others now. It’s a good time to spruce up your immediate environment as this will have powerful healing effects.
24
Venus Trine Lilith
You find it quite simple to express your individual wants, sexuality, and beauty. You can be more authentic by forging relationships.
Jupiter Square Saturn
This is a challenging transit that will require perseverance to get through. Frustration leads you to determination and persistence, which will pay off in the long run. Uncertainty is likely to be part of the equation, so keep putting one foot in front of the other until the path becomes clear.
26
Mercury Opposite Jupiter
It’s very easy to overcommit yourself under this influence, as Jupiter will have you ignoring the fine print and feeling excited about the possibilities. Your mind is open to many ideas and others will help you along the way. You may not feel like doing the work but still want the rewards.
Mercury Square Saturn
Take this opportunity to work alone and dive deep into your work. It’s not worth trying to communicate ideas at this time - they simply will not be heard. Take your time to adjust your structures and discipline yourself in the meantime.
28
Venus Square Uranus
Romantic relationships start off with an instant electric affinity, but they likely end quickly. You may experience a period of feeling in and out of love.
29
Chiron Direct
We continue to face life head-on like the ram. Any trauma, self-reflection or healing you may have pushed to the side during Chiron’s retrograde could come back loud and clear during these few days. You may discover that you are greatly supported and have the strength and confidence needed to accept these parts of yourself.
30
New Moon in Capricorn
The future is unfolding in front of your eyes, and it’s time to take the reins and let your ambitions lead the way to success. Slow and steady wins the race.
31
Mercury Trine Chiron
You may now communicate your ideas and views with ease. You may connect with people from all walks of life by using your past wounds as diplomatic fuel.
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