Aries Monthly Horoscope
December 2021 Horoscope: Predictions for Aries
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| Aries born April 11 to 20 |
Overview for this Month: Aries (All)
December 2021 Monthly Horoscope Overview for Aries:
The desire for a break from your usual routine is powerful this month, dear Aries. You seek mind-expanding experiences, and new opportunities and experiences are likely to come through or with friends and group associations. Transportation issues or communications systems need some updating.
The Solar Eclipse on the 4th is the final one in a set that has activated your communications axis. It certainly reinforces and energizes your need to branch out, make a mark on the world, and communicate. Ideas, beliefs, communications, and transit are areas that have been changing as your perspective on your life evolves. This eclipse helps clear the path to new beginnings related to publishing, sharing, traveling, transit, connecting, and learning. If you’ve been holding back from extracurricular activities, this is a time for making plans to pursue your interests boldly.
Your enthusiasm runs high this month, and you may be itching to expand, learn, and grow. After the 9th is good for advancing your interests for those studying or who want to. December is an exceptionally forward-looking and friendly period for you--you are more spontaneous, adventurous, and experimental than usual.
The desire for a change is compelling. While a shift in your chart reduces adventurousness as the month progresses, you’re likely to feel it throughout December in some shape or form. Publishing, sharing, adventure, or educational opportunities can be in the mix. Venturing beyond your routine seems to open doors for you.
As adventurous as you’re feeling, you may also battle feelings of restlessness or a need for change that’s hard to direct at times. Confusing circumstances could surround certain communications, or you may be waiting for an answer that keeps you in limbo. Or, you could be feeling a little overwhelmed with a recent project or endeavor that you’ve taken on. Seek healthy escape routes that feed a need for fantasy or adventure for best results. Aim to pay special attention to activities that help you unwind and decompress, but do make some room for freeform activities that feed your spirit and satisfy your itch to learn and discover.
With your ruler, Mars, in harmony with your sign from the 13th, you’re likely to enjoy less resistance from the people and circumstances in your life in general. It’s a time for moving out of your comfort zone, even in small ways, and creating new experiences for yourself. You’re making your own happiness rather than waiting for it to come to you. It feels easier to accomplish things now. You’re looking to break out of the mold or routine in various ways through what you learn and where you go.
Taking charge of your life comes more naturally now. You’re braver, more courageous, and less inhibited, and competitive and physical activities are favored. This month, it's a good idea to brush up on skills and gain practical experience. The last week of December is also solid for getting organized and structuring your life. It can be a time when specific health pursuits resume or begin.
Transportation issues can reach a critical point around the 18th. You may be rushing to meet a deadline, or news moves things forward. It may be a hectic time, but it’s also a period of discovering feelings that have been building and then embracing them.
While your spirit for adventure is big, from the 19th forward, love and pleasure may seem a little more complicated. Venus is retrograde until January 29th. Feelings are complex, and others may not seem as open or straightforward about what they need or want. There may be a need to review, reassess, or rework specific work projects. Consider that your current goals may require more time than expected to achieve. Aim to be patient and look for ways to improve the ventures or projects you already have in place rather than taking on something brand new.
With Venus retrograde from December 19-January 29, slowdowns or complications are temporary and ultimately helpful but can frustrate at times. Your career or responsibilities may temporarily lose some of its “pleasure factor,” and you may be going back over old projects, encountering mistakes that need fixing and delays that keep you in limbo. There can be complicated relationships on the work front, or you may be waiting for a decision or plan to unfold. When you’re busy doing, you may not always process what’s going on inside, and now you get the chance to get in touch with what you genuinely love and want. Fortunately, Chiron turns direct in your sign on the 19th, and others more readily see your charm and unique personality.
Work or responsibilities come into stronger focus from the 21st, but complications are possible. You're experiencing an energy shift towards career interests and more well-defined goals. Tidying up areas of your life that may be causing you guilt or dread can be useful. Helping others or learning new things can be especially pleasurable. People are looking to you for answers, and they’re expecting you to be quite mature and responsible. Business affairs assume more importance.
See also This Month in Astrology.
Aries (Born March 21 to 31)
AND Aries Ascendant from 0 to 10 degrees Aries:
December 2021 Aries Horoscope: Love, Career, & General Trends
December 2021
The Sun this Month: Central Focus, Consciousness
Until December 21st:
The Sun continues to shine its light on your solar ninth house now. This is a cycle in which you seek to expand your experiences and awareness, whether through philosophical thinking, higher education, travel, or simply activities that take you away from your everyday routines. You may feel a little restless if you don't find ways to explore.
It's an excellent period for looking at your life from a different perspective--a broader one--whether you initiate this process or you make contact with others who stimulate you to think about your circumstances differently. Your energy is strong, open, and friendly right now, you come across well to others, and you are a little bolder and adventurous than usual.
From December 21st forward:
The Sun illuminates your career and reputation sector. More than any other time of the year, your focus is drawn to your "place" or standing in the outer world, and your reputation. This is the time when you are more interested in, and focused on, accomplishing something important. Your competency is something that you are especially sensitive to during this cycle.
You want to shine! Your vision is practical right now, and you want to see tangible results for your efforts. More contact with authority figures is likely during this period. Recognition is likely to come your way whether you ask for it or not, and the responsibility that comes right along with it! Do what you feel is right, keeping in mind that you are at your most visible during this period in the year.
Eclipse
A Solar Eclipse occurs on December 4th:
A general rule of thumb regarding eclipses is to avoid major decision-making in the week before and after an eclipse. This is because new information that could change our perspective often is revealed in the week after the eclipse. There is absolutely no need to suspend projects already in progress. Essentially, it's better to take in right now--to observe and get in touch with feelings.
The Solar Eclipse marks a new beginning for you. Letting go of the past is necessary in order to move forward. This eclipse occurs in your solar ninth house, suggesting that a new approach to the way you expand your horizons, be
they physical or mental (or both). New travel plans, education goals, or adventures may be formed in the coming months, and a sense of renewal and reinvigoration with regards to your ability to expand your personal world is a
strong potential.
This is a phase when you will be especially busy initiating new projects or activities that expand your mind, feed your spirit for adventure, and stretch your imagination. You may feel renewed by a new perspective on your life, something philosophical or spiritual that you read or learn, or an adventure that takes you away from the mundane routines in your life.
Venus this Month: Love, Romance, Social Life, Comfort, Pleasure
Venus is retrograde from December 19th to January 29th:
Venus retrograde in general: As the planet of love and values, Venus retrograde periods are periods during which we re-assess what--and who--we value. It is a period that most astrologers consider inopportune for getting married or starting a new relationship. Major financial undertakings are not advised during this period as well.
Venus retrograde cycles are good times for creating budgets and financial plans, and for re-thinking our personal relationships. Old friends and lovers may re-appear, perhaps complicating current relationships. We are called upon to deal with relationship issues from the past. Events occur that seem fated or predestined.
It can be a real challenge getting close to a lover during this period of time. Unorthodox, experimental, and non-intimate relationships may be favored. Relationships that have been especially challenging may come to an end during this cycle.
However, strong relationships will survive it, even if there are a few bumps and bruises along the way. For singles, this is a good time for "eyes wide open" or experimental dating. It is not a time when people recognize the need for another person to complete them, or some people may be questioning whether they are with partners who actually fulfill them. This period is good for re-evaluating our relationship needs; but, again, major love decisions are best saved for after the cycle ends.
This Venus Retrograde cycle occurs for the most part in your solar tenth house of career and reputation. For the time being, the social aspect of relationships on the job may be compromised somewhat. Be as non-judgmental as you can with co-workers during this cycle.
You might find that your professional reputation is not as favorable as it typically is, at least not from your point of view. You may not know how exactly you would like to come across, and this could be the reason for any confusion just now. Look to the past for answers before pushing forward.
As well, Venus rules your partnership and income sectors, and both of these things may come up for review during this retrograde cycle.
Mercury this Month: Communications, Learning, Connections, Transportation
Until the 13th:
Mercury continues to transit your solar ninth house. During this cycle, you are especially fond of exchanging ideas with others, particularly your personal philosophies. You are inclined to take a broader look at things now, rather than concentrate on the details. You are communicating with more persuasiveness, enthusiasm, and optimism at this time.
From the 13th forward:
Mercury transits your solar tenth house. You are likely thinking a lot about your career and business matters, or your career requires more communication than usual during this cycle. You speak with authority during this period, and you are more accountable than usual for what (and how) you communicate. Your ideas may come into public view now.
Use the power of words to influence authority figures. This is an excellent period for developing career and professional plans or strategies. You may be turned to for advice or for your opinion on important matters. Although approachable and ready to communicate, you are less inclined to chat about frivolous matters now.
You tend to think about your position or standing on a professional level more frequently during this cycle. You are likely doing some multi-tasking regarding career and business matters. Negative use of this influence would be to worry unnecessarily about your reputation and responsibilities.
Mars this Month: Energy, Drive, Courage
Until the 12th:
Mars continues to energize your solar eighth house. This is a less outwardly assertive or aggressive stage for you as you take the time to process recent events in your life and to develop strategies for going after what you want in the future. You are more observant than active during this cycle, and more strategic and deliberate when you do take action. There may be an increase in sexual appetite now. It's an excellent period for eliminating wasteful activities. Shared finances can come into focus, and you might feel an increased need to take charge of these matters. This could lead to disputes and disagreements if you are not careful or sensitive in your dealings with others.
From the 13th:
Mars animates and energizes your solar ninth house. During this period, you are especially enthusiastic and more bold than usual. Some restlessness and hunger for adventure is experienced now. Essentially, you are looking to expand your activities, and you may find that you have a lot of energy for higher studies, travel, or simply new subjects. Negative potentials include being excessively opinionated or getting easily fired up over differences in points of view, or legal fights.
Overview Horoscope:
December 2021 Monthly Horoscope Overview for Aries:
The desire for a break from your usual routine is powerful this month, dear Aries. You seek mind-expanding experiences, and new opportunities and experiences are likely to come through or with friends and group associations. Transportation issues or communications systems need some updating.
The Solar Eclipse on the 4th is the final one in a set that has activated your communications axis. It certainly reinforces and energizes your need to branch out, make a mark on the world, and communicate. Ideas, beliefs, communications, and transit are areas that have been changing as your perspective on your life evolves. This eclipse helps clear the path to new beginnings related to publishing, sharing, traveling, transit, connecting, and learning. If you’ve been holding back from extracurricular activities, this is a time for making plans to pursue your interests boldly.
Your enthusiasm runs high this month, and you may be itching to expand, learn, and grow. After the 9th is good for advancing your interests for those studying or who want to. December is an exceptionally forward-looking and friendly period for you--you are more spontaneous, adventurous, and experimental than usual.
The desire for a change is compelling. While a shift in your chart reduces adventurousness as the month progresses, you’re likely to feel it throughout December in some shape or form. Publishing, sharing, adventure, or educational opportunities can be in the mix. Venturing beyond your routine seems to open doors for you.
As adventurous as you’re feeling, you may also battle feelings of restlessness or a need for change that’s hard to direct at times. Confusing circumstances could surround certain communications, or you may be waiting for an answer that keeps you in limbo. Or, you could be feeling a little overwhelmed with a recent project or endeavor that you’ve taken on. Seek healthy escape routes that feed a need for fantasy or adventure for best results. Aim to pay special attention to activities that help you unwind and decompress, but do make some room for freeform activities that feed your spirit and satisfy your itch to learn and discover.
With your ruler, Mars, in harmony with your sign from the 13th, you’re likely to enjoy less resistance from the people and circumstances in your life in general. It’s a time for moving out of your comfort zone, even in small ways, and creating new experiences for yourself. You’re making your own happiness rather than waiting for it to come to you. It feels easier to accomplish things now. You’re looking to break out of the mold or routine in various ways through what you learn and where you go.
Taking charge of your life comes more naturally now. You’re braver, more courageous, and less inhibited, and competitive and physical activities are favored. This month, it's a good idea to brush up on skills and gain practical experience. The last week of December is also solid for getting organized and structuring your life. It can be a time when specific health pursuits resume or begin.
Transportation issues can reach a critical point around the 18th. You may be rushing to meet a deadline, or news moves things forward. It may be a hectic time, but it’s also a period of discovering feelings that have been building and then embracing them.
While your spirit for adventure is big, from the 19th forward, love and pleasure may seem a little more complicated. Venus is retrograde until January 29th. Feelings are complex, and others may not seem as open or straightforward about what they need or want. There may be a need to review, reassess, or rework specific work projects. Consider that your current goals may require more time than expected to achieve. Aim to be patient and look for ways to improve the ventures or projects you already have in place rather than taking on something brand new.
With Venus retrograde from December 19-January 29, slowdowns or complications are temporary and ultimately helpful but can frustrate at times. Your career or responsibilities may temporarily lose some of its “pleasure factor,” and you may be going back over old projects, encountering mistakes that need fixing and delays that keep you in limbo. There can be complicated relationships on the work front, or you may be waiting for a decision or plan to unfold. When you’re busy doing, you may not always process what’s going on inside, and now you get the chance to get in touch with what you genuinely love and want. Fortunately, Chiron turns direct in your sign on the 19th, and others more readily see your charm and unique personality.
Work or responsibilities come into stronger focus from the 21st, but complications are possible. You're experiencing an energy shift towards career interests and more well-defined goals. Tidying up areas of your life that may be causing you guilt or dread can be useful. Helping others or learning new things can be especially pleasurable. People are looking to you for answers, and they’re expecting you to be quite mature and responsible. Business affairs assume more importance.
See our Time Line Forecast report for a personalized forecast for the year ahead.
Get your unique Personalized Horoscope for the year ahead—over 100 pages long—for a detailed guide to your best days and your most challenging days for attracting love, career success, communication, and more.
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Love outlook for the year ahead. Try our Love & Romance Forecast report.
Romantic Compatibility Reports
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romantic compatibility reports, including the Synastry and Love Ties reports.
See also general trends for Aries in 2021.
See also detailed 2021 Aries Yearly Horoscope.
Aries (Born April 1 to 10)
AND Aries Ascendant from 10 to 20 degrees Aries:
December 2021 Career, & General Trends
December 2021
The Sun this Month: Central Focus, Consciousness
All month:
This month, with the Sun spotlighting your solar ninth house, your focus turns outward, away from the more personal concerns that have occupied your thoughts in the last months. More than any other time during the year, you are feeling most adventurous and willing to take a leap of faith. This is a cycle in which you seek a higher meaning to your life, and/or seek out new experiences that take you beyond the here and now, and beyond the mundane details of day-to-day life. Anything that broadens your experiences attracts now.
A lack of superficiality finds you straight to the point, interested in the truth of things. It would be wise for you to consider scheduling a vacation, adventure of sorts, or a course that expands your mind. These don't have to happen now, but taking the time to recognize your needs for escaping the daily grind, taking a few risks, and feeding your spirit for self-expression through some form of adventure or higher learning, will help you to feel good about yourself. The only caution with this cycle is that you could lose touch with managing everyday affairs and important details.
Eclipse
A Solar Eclipse occurs on December 4th:
A general rule of thumb regarding eclipses is to avoid major decision-making in the week before and after an eclipse. This is because new information that could change our perspective often is revealed in the week after the eclipse. There is absolutely no need to suspend projects already in progress. Essentially, it's better to take in right now--to observe and get in touch with feelings.
The Solar Eclipse marks a new beginning for you. Letting go of the past is necessary in order to move forward. This eclipse occurs in your solar ninth house, suggesting that a new approach to the way you expand your horizons, be
they physical or mental (or both). New travel plans, education goals, or adventures may be formed in the coming months, and a sense of renewal and reinvigoration with regards to your ability to expand your personal world is a
strong potential.
This is a phase when you will be especially busy initiating new projects or activities that expand your mind, feed your spirit for adventure, and stretch your imagination. You may feel renewed by a new perspective on your life, something philosophical or spiritual that you read or learn, or an adventure that takes you away from the mundane routines in your life.
Venus this Month: Love, Romance, Social Life, Comfort
Venus is retrograde from December 19th to January 29th:
Venus retrograde in general: As the planet of love and values, Venus retrograde periods are periods during which we re-assess what--and who--we value. It is a period that most astrologers consider inopportune for getting married or starting a new relationship. Major financial undertakings are not advised during this period as well.
Venus retrograde cycles are good times for creating budgets and financial plans, and for re-thinking our personal relationships. Old friends and lovers may re-appear, perhaps complicating current relationships. We are called upon to deal with relationship issues from the past. Events occur that seem fated or predestined.
It can be a real challenge getting close to a lover during this period of time. Unorthodox, experimental, and non-intimate relationships may be favored. Relationships that have been especially challenging may come to an end during this cycle.
However, strong relationships will survive it, even if there are a few bumps and bruises along the way. For singles, this is a good time for "eyes wide open" or experimental dating. It is not a time when people recognize the need for another person to complete them, or some people may be questioning whether they are with partners who actually fulfill them. This period is good for re-evaluating our relationship needs; but, again, major love decisions are best saved for after the cycle ends.
This Venus Retrograde cycle occurs for the most part in your solar tenth house of career and reputation. For the time being, the social aspect of relationships on the job may be compromised somewhat. Be as non-judgmental as you can with co-workers during this cycle.
You might find that your professional reputation is not as favorable as it typically is, at least not from your point of view. You may not know how exactly you would like to come across, and this could be the reason for any confusion just now. Look to the past for answers before pushing forward.
As well, Venus rules your partnership and income sectors, and both of these things may come up for review during this retrograde cycle.
Mercury this Month: Communications, Learning, Connections, Transportation
Until the 19th:
Mercury transits your solar ninth house. Not content to focus on mundane, practical affairs just now, your mind turns to bigger visions, thoughts, and ideals. You are open to expanding your knowledge base during this cycle, and communications from or with someone far away may be part of the picture.
You are putting everything into perspective now, rather than compartmentalizing. Instead of simply shooting the breeze, you are more inclined to discuss broader philosophies now. Your inclination during this cycle is to think about the "big picture" rather than the mundane circumstances and details of your life. Missing appointments and other forms of forgetfulness could be part of the picture now.
From the 20th forward:
Mercury transits your solar tenth house. You are likely thinking a lot about your career and business matters, or your career requires more communication than usual during this cycle. You speak with authority during this period, and you are more accountable than usual for what (and how) you communicate. Your ideas may come into public view now.
Use the power of words to influence authority figures. This is an excellent period for developing career and professional plans or strategies. You may be turned to for advice or for your opinion on important matters. Although approachable and ready to communicate, you are less inclined to chat about frivolous matters now.
You tend to think about your position or standing on a professional level more frequently during this cycle. You are likely doing some multi-tasking regarding career and business matters. Negative use of this influence would be to worry unnecessarily about your reputation and responsibilities.
Mars this Month: Energy, Drive, Courage
Until the 27th:
Mars continues to energize your solar eighth house. This is a less outwardly assertive or aggressive stage for you as you take the time to process recent events in your life and to develop strategies for going after what you want in the future. You are more observant than active during this cycle, and more strategic and deliberate when you do take action. There may be an increase in sexual appetite now. It's an excellent period for eliminating wasteful activities. Shared finances can come into focus, and you might feel an increased need to take charge of these matters. This could lead to disputes and disagreements if you are not careful or sensitive in your dealings with others.
From December 27th forward:
Mars animates and energizes your solar ninth house. During this period, you are especially enthusiastic and more bold than usual. Some restlessness and hunger for adventure is experienced now. Essentially, you are looking to expand your activities, and you may find that you have a lot of energy for higher studies, travel, or simply new subjects. Negative potentials include being excessively opinionated or getting easily fired up over differences in points of view, or legal fights.
Overview Horoscope:
December 2021 Monthly Horoscope Overview for Aries:
The desire for a break from your usual routine is powerful this month, dear Aries. You seek mind-expanding experiences, and new opportunities and experiences are likely to come through or with friends and group associations. Transportation issues or communications systems need some updating.
The Solar Eclipse on the 4th is the final one in a set that has activated your communications axis. It certainly reinforces and energizes your need to branch out, make a mark on the world, and communicate. Ideas, beliefs, communications, and transit are areas that have been changing as your perspective on your life evolves. This eclipse helps clear the path to new beginnings related to publishing, sharing, traveling, transit, connecting, and learning. If you’ve been holding back from extracurricular activities, this is a time for making plans to pursue your interests boldly.
Your enthusiasm runs high this month, and you may be itching to expand, learn, and grow. After the 9th is good for advancing your interests for those studying or who want to. December is an exceptionally forward-looking and friendly period for you--you are more spontaneous, adventurous, and experimental than usual.
The desire for a change is compelling. While a shift in your chart reduces adventurousness as the month progresses, you’re likely to feel it throughout December in some shape or form. Publishing, sharing, adventure, or educational opportunities can be in the mix. Venturing beyond your routine seems to open doors for you.
As adventurous as you’re feeling, you may also battle feelings of restlessness or a need for change that’s hard to direct at times. Confusing circumstances could surround certain communications, or you may be waiting for an answer that keeps you in limbo. Or, you could be feeling a little overwhelmed with a recent project or endeavor that you’ve taken on. Seek healthy escape routes that feed a need for fantasy or adventure for best results. Aim to pay special attention to activities that help you unwind and decompress, but do make some room for freeform activities that feed your spirit and satisfy your itch to learn and discover.
With your ruler, Mars, in harmony with your sign from the 13th, you’re likely to enjoy less resistance from the people and circumstances in your life in general. It’s a time for moving out of your comfort zone, even in small ways, and creating new experiences for yourself. You’re making your own happiness rather than waiting for it to come to you. It feels easier to accomplish things now. You’re looking to break out of the mold or routine in various ways through what you learn and where you go.
Taking charge of your life comes more naturally now. You’re braver, more courageous, and less inhibited, and competitive and physical activities are favored. This month, it's a good idea to brush up on skills and gain practical experience. The last week of December is also solid for getting organized and structuring your life. It can be a time when specific health pursuits resume or begin.
Transportation issues can reach a critical point around the 18th. You may be rushing to meet a deadline, or news moves things forward. It may be a hectic time, but it’s also a period of discovering feelings that have been building and then embracing them.
While your spirit for adventure is big, from the 19th forward, love and pleasure may seem a little more complicated. Venus is retrograde until January 29th. Feelings are complex, and others may not seem as open or straightforward about what they need or want. There may be a need to review, reassess, or rework specific work projects. Consider that your current goals may require more time than expected to achieve. Aim to be patient and look for ways to improve the ventures or projects you already have in place rather than taking on something brand new.
With Venus retrograde from December 19-January 29, slowdowns or complications are temporary and ultimately helpful but can frustrate at times. Your career or responsibilities may temporarily lose some of its “pleasure factor,” and you may be going back over old projects, encountering mistakes that need fixing and delays that keep you in limbo. There can be complicated relationships on the work front, or you may be waiting for a decision or plan to unfold. When you’re busy doing, you may not always process what’s going on inside, and now you get the chance to get in touch with what you genuinely love and want. Fortunately, Chiron turns direct in your sign on the 19th, and others more readily see your charm and unique personality.
Work or responsibilities come into stronger focus from the 21st, but complications are possible. You're experiencing an energy shift towards career interests and more well-defined goals. Tidying up areas of your life that may be causing you guilt or dread can be useful. Helping others or learning new things can be especially pleasurable. People are looking to you for answers, and they’re expecting you to be quite mature and responsible. Business affairs assume more importance.
See our Time Line Forecast report for a personalized forecast for the year ahead.
Get your unique Personalized Horoscope for the year ahead—over 100 pages long—for a detailed guide to your best days and your most challenging days for attracting love, career success, communication, and more.
Know More About Yourself and Others
Try Cafe Astrology's in-depth
birth chart reports, relationship reports, future forecasts, and more.
Love & Romance Forecast Report
Love outlook for the year ahead. Try our Love & Romance Forecast report.
Romantic Compatibility Reports
Try Cafe Astrology's in-depth
romantic compatibility reports, including the Synastry and Love Ties reports.
See also general trends for Aries in 2021.
See also detailed 2021 Aries Yearly Horoscope.
Aries (Born April 11 to 20)
AND Aries Ascendant from 20 to 30 degrees Aries:
December 2021 Aries Horoscope: Love, Career, & General Trends
December 2021
The Sun this Month: Central Focus, Consciousness
Until December 11th:
The Sun continues to highlight your solar eighth house. Your attention turns inward, as well as to close personal relationships on a deeper level. Personal transformations, personal power, and intimate matters fulfill you most during this cycle. There may be a strong focus on other's money, such as the resources of a partner, inheritance, banking and loans, or taxes.
You are more intense in your mood and disposition, and perhaps even secretive, at this time of year. You are more in touch with the deeper and even primal elements of your own personality, and more able to see these things in others. This can be a determined and personally powerful time of year if you apply the energy of this transit constructively.
From December 11th forward:
This month, with the Sun spotlighting your solar ninth house, your focus turns outward, away from the more personal concerns that have occupied your thoughts in the last months. More than any other time during the year, you are feeling most adventurous and willing to take a leap of faith. This is a cycle in which you seek a higher meaning to your life, and/or seek out new experiences that take you beyond the here and now, and beyond the mundane details of day-to-day life. Anything that broadens your experiences attracts now.
A lack of superficiality finds you straight to the point, interested in the truth of things. It would be wise for you to consider scheduling a vacation, adventure of sorts, or a course that expands your mind. These don't have to happen now, but taking the time to recognize your needs for escaping the daily grind, taking a few risks, and feeding your spirit for self-expression through some form of adventure or higher learning, will help you to feel good about yourself. The only caution with this cycle is that you could lose touch with managing everyday affairs and important details.
Eclipse
A Solar Eclipse occurs on December 4th:
A general rule of thumb regarding eclipses is to avoid major decision-making in the week before and after an eclipse. This is because new information that could change our perspective often is revealed in the week after the eclipse. There is absolutely no need to suspend projects already in progress. Essentially, it's better to take in right now--to observe and get in touch with feelings.
The Solar Eclipse marks a new beginning for you. Letting go of the past is necessary in order to move forward. This eclipse occurs in your solar eighth house, suggesting a new approach to the way you share money and resources or get along with a close partner on an intimate level. New intimate liaisons or arrangements surrounding support from others (loans, joint finances, alimony, and so forth) may be formed in the coming months, as well as a sense of renewal and reinvigoration with regards to your ability to employ self-mastery skills.
This is a phase when you will be especially busy initiating new projects or activities that increase your resources. You may experience increased awareness of others—what makes them tick—as well as your own internal motivations during this period. It is a time when intimacy and deep levels of sharing are heightened. It is also a favorable time to start a financial plan, savings plan, take out a loan or consolidate, and do work in accounting.
Venus this Month: Love, Romance, Social Life, Comfort
Venus is retrograde from December 19th to January 29th:
Venus retrograde in general: As the planet of love and values, Venus retrograde periods are periods during which we re-assess what--and who--we value. It is a period that most astrologers consider inopportune for getting married or starting a new relationship. Major financial undertakings are not advised during this period as well.
Venus retrograde cycles are good times for creating budgets and financial plans, and for re-thinking our personal relationships. Old friends and lovers may re-appear, perhaps complicating current relationships. We are called upon to deal with relationship issues from the past. Events occur that seem fated or predestined.
It can be a real challenge getting close to a lover during this period of time. Unorthodox, experimental, and non-intimate relationships may be favored. Relationships that have been especially challenging may come to an end during this cycle.
However, strong relationships will survive it, even if there are a few bumps and bruises along the way. For singles, this is a good time for "eyes wide open" or experimental dating. It is not a time when people recognize the need for another person to complete them, or some people may be questioning whether they are with partners who actually fulfill them. This period is good for re-evaluating our relationship needs; but, again, major love decisions are best saved for after the cycle ends.
This Venus Retrograde cycle occurs for the most part in your solar tenth house of career and reputation. For the time being, the social aspect of relationships on the job may be compromised somewhat. Be as non-judgmental as you can with co-workers during this cycle.
You might find that your professional reputation is not as favorable as it typically is, at least not from your point of view. You may not know how exactly you would like to come across, and this could be the reason for any confusion just now. Look to the past for answers before pushing forward.
As well, Venus rules your partnership and income sectors, and both of these things may come up for review during this retrograde cycle.
Mercury this Month: Communications, Learning, Connections, Transportation
Until the 7th:
Mercury continues to transit your solar eighth house. The ability to analyze and rationalize some of the deeper elements inside yourself and in your intimate life now can benefit you. This is also a good time for sorting out finances, particularly money shared or coming from other sources other than your own personal income.
You might particularly enjoy discussing topics that you typically don't verbalize with someone special during this cycle. Anything taboo, mysterious, or puzzling can be especially fascinating for you just now. You have little interest in small talk. You are more aware of subtleties and nuances during this cycle, and you can use this increased insightfulness to improve your life.
From the 7-26:
Mercury transits your solar ninth house. Not content to focus on mundane, practical affairs just now, your mind turns to bigger visions, thoughts, and ideals. You are open to expanding your knowledge base during this cycle, and communications from or with someone far away may be part of the picture.
You are putting everything into perspective now, rather than compartmentalizing. Instead of simply shooting the breeze, you are more inclined to discuss broader philosophies now. Your inclination during this cycle is to think about the "big picture" rather than the mundane circumstances and details of your life. Missing appointments and other forms of forgetfulness could be part of the picture now.
From the 26th forward:
Mercury transits your solar tenth house. You are likely thinking a lot about your career and business matters, or your career requires more communication than usual during this cycle. You speak with authority during this period, and you are more accountable than usual for what (and how) you communicate. Your ideas may come into public view now.
Use the power of words to influence authority figures. This is an excellent period for developing career and professional plans or strategies. You may be turned to for advice or for your opinion on important matters. Although approachable and ready to communicate, you are less inclined to chat about frivolous matters now.
You tend to think about your position or standing on a professional level more frequently during this cycle. You are likely doing some multi-tasking regarding career and business matters. Negative use of this influence would be to worry unnecessarily about your reputation and responsibilities.
Mars this Month: Energy, Drive, Courage
All month:
Mars continues to energize your solar eighth house. This is a less outwardly assertive or aggressive stage for you as you take the time to process recent events in your life and to develop strategies for going after what you want in the future. You are more observant than active during this cycle, and more strategic and deliberate when you do take action. There may be an increase in sexual appetite now. It's an excellent period for eliminating wasteful activities. Shared finances can come into focus, and you might feel an increased need to take charge of these matters. This could lead to disputes and disagreements if you are not careful or sensitive in your dealings with others.
Overview Horoscope:
December 2021 Monthly Horoscope Overview for Aries:
The desire for a break from your usual routine is powerful this month, dear Aries. You seek mind-expanding experiences, and new opportunities and experiences are likely to come through or with friends and group associations. Transportation issues or communications systems need some updating.
The Solar Eclipse on the 4th is the final one in a set that has activated your communications axis. It certainly reinforces and energizes your need to branch out, make a mark on the world, and communicate. Ideas, beliefs, communications, and transit are areas that have been changing as your perspective on your life evolves. This eclipse helps clear the path to new beginnings related to publishing, sharing, traveling, transit, connecting, and learning. If you’ve been holding back from extracurricular activities, this is a time for making plans to pursue your interests boldly.
Your enthusiasm runs high this month, and you may be itching to expand, learn, and grow. After the 9th is good for advancing your interests for those studying or who want to. December is an exceptionally forward-looking and friendly period for you--you are more spontaneous, adventurous, and experimental than usual.
The desire for a change is compelling. While a shift in your chart reduces adventurousness as the month progresses, you’re likely to feel it throughout December in some shape or form. Publishing, sharing, adventure, or educational opportunities can be in the mix. Venturing beyond your routine seems to open doors for you.
As adventurous as you’re feeling, you may also battle feelings of restlessness or a need for change that’s hard to direct at times. Confusing circumstances could surround certain communications, or you may be waiting for an answer that keeps you in limbo. Or, you could be feeling a little overwhelmed with a recent project or endeavor that you’ve taken on. Seek healthy escape routes that feed a need for fantasy or adventure for best results. Aim to pay special attention to activities that help you unwind and decompress, but do make some room for freeform activities that feed your spirit and satisfy your itch to learn and discover.
With your ruler, Mars, in harmony with your sign from the 13th, you’re likely to enjoy less resistance from the people and circumstances in your life in general. It’s a time for moving out of your comfort zone, even in small ways, and creating new experiences for yourself. You’re making your own happiness rather than waiting for it to come to you. It feels easier to accomplish things now. You’re looking to break out of the mold or routine in various ways through what you learn and where you go.
Taking charge of your life comes more naturally now. You’re braver, more courageous, and less inhibited, and competitive and physical activities are favored. This month, it's a good idea to brush up on skills and gain practical experience. The last week of December is also solid for getting organized and structuring your life. It can be a time when specific health pursuits resume or begin.
Transportation issues can reach a critical point around the 18th. You may be rushing to meet a deadline, or news moves things forward. It may be a hectic time, but it’s also a period of discovering feelings that have been building and then embracing them.
While your spirit for adventure is big, from the 19th forward, love and pleasure may seem a little more complicated. Venus is retrograde until January 29th. Feelings are complex, and others may not seem as open or straightforward about what they need or want. There may be a need to review, reassess, or rework specific work projects. Consider that your current goals may require more time than expected to achieve. Aim to be patient and look for ways to improve the ventures or projects you already have in place rather than taking on something brand new.
With Venus retrograde from December 19-January 29, slowdowns or complications are temporary and ultimately helpful but can frustrate at times. Your career or responsibilities may temporarily lose some of its “pleasure factor,” and you may be going back over old projects, encountering mistakes that need fixing and delays that keep you in limbo. There can be complicated relationships on the work front, or you may be waiting for a decision or plan to unfold. When you’re busy doing, you may not always process what’s going on inside, and now you get the chance to get in touch with what you genuinely love and want. Fortunately, Chiron turns direct in your sign on the 19th, and others more readily see your charm and unique personality.
Work or responsibilities come into stronger focus from the 21st, but complications are possible. You're experiencing an energy shift towards career interests and more well-defined goals. Tidying up areas of your life that may be causing you guilt or dread can be useful. Helping others or learning new things can be especially pleasurable. People are looking to you for answers, and they’re expecting you to be quite mature and responsible. Business affairs assume more importance.
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Our detailed monthly horoscopes are designed to reveal and interpret the current transits of the Sun, Mercury, Venus, and Mars in your solar chart.
Because these energies or transits do not unfold neatly into any given calendar month (many transits carry forward from one month to the next), you will find some of the energies continue from the previous month.
For example, the Sun might transit the fifth house of your solar chart from July 22 to August 22, so that you will find a similar interpretation for this transit in both July and August’s horoscope. This is normal and expected. While new months can hold new energy, transits don’t abruptly change because the calendar month changes.
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