Astrology Calendars Archive

Sunday, DECEMBER 1

A New Moon occurs early today in the sign of Sagittarius (at 1:21 AM EST). We get a blast of optimistic, enthusiastic, adventurous, frank, and outspoken energy in our lives. In the weeks ahead, we might focus on goals that will increase our understanding and awareness and give us the courage to expand our horizons. It’s time to nurture our faith, hope, and vision. With this lunation, we are gaining confidence and optimism through a broader perspective.

The Moon aligns with retrograde Mercury, and it’s hard to see our path, but our discomfort with the past can be very real now, motivating new beginnings.

Mercury is heading toward a trine with Chiron, and we can be especially alert, observant, and willing to learn and understand. We may be discovering new ways of looking at problems or life itself. It’s easier than usual to communicate our message now, although this is less about getting the exact wording right and more about conveying our intentions. It can be a time of building faith or confidence in our skills and talents. We can experience a stronger desire to seek meaning, wisdom, and mental stimulation, and we see important patterns in our lives.

Note that after Mercury turns direct, it will form a trine to Chiron again at the time of the next New Moon on December 30th, boosting this transit’s themes further this month and next.

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The Moon is New in Sagittarius on December 1, 2024, at 1:21 AM EST.

New Moon in Sagittarius Chart: December 1, 2024

The New Moon in Sagittarius marks the beginning of a new cycle.

Representing new beginnings, the New Moon occurs with the Sun and Moon’s alignment in the mutable fire sign of Sagittarius. It’s a time when we can focus on some of the constructive traits of the sign of the Archer – optimistic, enthusiastic, adventurous, honest, outspoken, independent – and consider how to positively incorporate these qualities into our lives.

As we advance, we can focus on goals that will increase our understanding and awareness, give us the courage to expand our horizons, and gain confidence and optimism from a broader perspective. All too easily, we can get lost in the details of mundane existence. With this potent Sagittarius energy, however, we can find ways to transcend these details of day-to-day life and nurture our faith, hope, and vision.

Because Sagittarius thinks in big terms, we may have a tendency to overdo our expectations – something to watch for. We are setting the stage for reaping the rewards from our braveries, as little or big as they may be, in approximately two weeks’ time after the Full Moon occurs.

This New Moon forms a trine with Mars, supporting our energy and motivation levels, and a square with Saturn, suggesting blocks to our efforts to begin anew.

This phase of the Moon occurs at 9 degrees and 33 minutes of Sagittarius, affecting people born with personal planets and points at approximately 6 to 14 degrees of the Mutable signs (Gemini, Virgo, Sagittarius, and Pisces) most significantly.

The chart above is excellent for visualizing the major influences in the New Moon chart along with the chart patterns. Below, the chart wheel is of the same event but with a few more points, such as the major asteroids and Chiron.

New Moon in Sagittarius Chart (additional points)

Monday, DECEMBER 2

Venus forms a trine to Uranus, encouraging our bolder, more innovative natures, socially speaking. We are especially interested in everything new, fresh, invigorating, unusual, and out-of-the-ordinary regarding romantic involvements, entertainment or pleasures, and financial undertakings.

We may be experimenting, improvising, and trying new ways of relating and expressing ourselves. It’s possible we discover alternative ways to make (or spend) money. Although we can be a little detached, we’re freer with our feelings and find beauty in the unfamiliar or uncommon.

Because this trine occurs in Earth signs Capricorn and Taurus, we can delight in approaching our work, money, and practical affairs in new ways.

The Moon continues its transit of spirited Sagittarius until 4:10 PM EST, when it heads into conscientious Capricorn. The Capricorn Moon grounds us on the one hand and stimulates our ambitions on the other.

The Moon is void from 10:48 AM EST, with the Moon’s last aspect before changing signs (a square to Neptune), until the Moon enters Capricorn at 4:10 PM EST.

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Tuesday, DECEMBER 3

The Moon spends the day in the industrious sign of Capricorn, and its sextile to Saturn this afternoon favors steady, step-by-step progress.

Venus is parallel Pluto, and we more strongly connect with our deeper desires. We can be incredibly focused on pursuing our interests, especially when handling business and finances or in love and partnership today. We seek more depth in our pursuits and connections. Feeling pleasantly dedicated to our work or ideas can be in focus.

Fortunately, we’re in a unique position to see behind us so that we can make better decisions, but it’s best to observe before pushing ahead, especially later today. With retrograde Mercury approaching an opposition to Jupiter, it’s best to avoid jumping to conclusions.

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Wednesday, DECEMBER 4

Retrograde Mercury opposes Jupiter early today, and we need room to explore and create, visualize new solutions to problems, and express ourselves freely. However, we are inclined to exaggerate or miss the bigger point. It’s best to watch for a strong tendency to overstate or overestimate in our quest for meaning.

The Sun forms a square with Saturn in the late morning, and we might face obstacles and challenges. We can feel underestimated, unrecognized, unlucky, or unrewarded! Perhaps most importantly, we should watch for setting unattainable standards for ourselves, others, and situations. Our commitment to rest can temporarily interfere with a need for adventure. We face obstacles, but this puts us in the position to recognize our ability to overcome them. It can be a time to face reality or the practical side of a situation and assume more responsibility.

As well, a Venus-Neptune sextile is in play, softening our interactions. With this influence, we want to see the best in people and situations. We tend to approach one another more gently and sensitively. We see the spiritual dimensions of our relationships and aim to treat others with increased compassion. This influence encourages us to open up and embrace loving feelings. It also detaches us just enough from our feelings that we’re less possessive.

The Capricorn Moon hooks into this energy as it aligns with Venus this evening, and diplomacy helps us advance our goals. The Moon in Aquarius from 11:22 PM EST onward stimulates our progressive, inventive, and innovative side.

The Moon is void from 6:35 PM EST, with the Moon’s last aspect before changing signs (a conjunction to Venus), until the Moon enters Aquarius at 11:22 PM EST.

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Thursday, DECEMBER 5

The inferior conjunction of Mercury and the Sun today opens a unique window into the past, potentially shaping our future. This marks an exciting time to process recent events and ideas. As we begin to view problems from a fresh perspective, we can anticipate the birth of significant new ideas that could hold real importance in our lives. What we say or write now carries greater weight, for better or worse.

Consider that we may not have all the facts to reach a definite conclusion, and we might have to revise plans or decisions later. As we begin to see recent decisions in a new light, a new understanding can redirect us.

Retrograde Mercury also forms a semi-square with Pluto, which can excite some tension or mental distress and worry. We tend to obsess over an issue that we can’t control. We could feel pressured or troubled, and we might take detective work too far. But while we can be somewhat mistrustful under this influence, if we harness the energy and use it for good, we can develop strategies to get to the bottom of a matter.

A minor square between Venus and Saturn is also active today, and there can be some diffidence in our interactions. With this transit, we can be cool with our sentiments and emotionally distant. Anxiety or troubles with our feelings and affections are likely.

The Moon spends the day in impartial Aquarius, although the Moon’s opposition to Mars this morning can excite our passions, especially through our interactions with others, and we could feel less in control of them than usual. We should watch for impulsive decisions and actions.

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Friday, DECEMBER 6

Mars stations and turns retrograde today, and Mars will remain retrograde until February 23rd, 2025. This retrograde cycle begins in the sign of Leo and will return to Cancer in early January.

We are now positioned to re-assess our current projects, approach to getting what we want, and desire natures. Mars energy is essentially turned inward–it’s internalized, intensified, personalized, and perhaps pressurized. There can be passive-aggressive behavior during this cycle. We may be instigating problems or arguments rather than dealing with issues directly. However, this can be a good time to learn more about our inner motivations and desires, as well as reconsider old projects and interests.

The first part of this retrograde is in the sign of Leo. Pride can push us to greater heights, but it can also keep us from expressing our true feelings or prevent us from truly learning from our experiences and from others. With Mars retrograde in Leo until January 6th, we might see more sulking or pulling away to make a point. Leo rules children, creativity, recreational pleasure, entertainment, and romance. As such, we may need to re-assess our approach to these matters.

We might feel some frustration or anxiety about these matters. Health issues may be a factor (especially in areas ruled by Leo, including the heart), and accidents are possible throughout the Mars retrograde period. Today, we’re shifting gears, suggesting it’s better to reserve judgment.

Retrograde Mercury forms a semi-square with Venus and a square to Saturn today, complicating communications further. Our words may not reflect what’s in our hearts. As we try to get the words just right, we could fall short with sensitivity. We may be in two minds about a matter–decisions can be hard to come by. Nevertheless, we’re making an extra effort to cooperate.

The Mercury-Saturn aspect first occurred on November 12th, while Mercury was direct, and will recur on December 27th. There can be an increase in errors, negative thinking, critique, and miscommunications. Something communicated in November can now come back for correction or refocus. Communication blocks or challenges are possible. We may be dealing with the consequences of guarded, delayed, or contrary communications. Trusting our instincts is difficult, and our thoughts or conversations don’t flow naturally under this influence. Past problems may crop up for review or further attention.

Tonight, Venus aligns with Ceres shortly before both bodies enter Aquarius (early tomorrow). As we pour more heart and special attention into a person, pastime, or project, we can feel pleasantly attached, finding it more natural to nurture and support one another.

At the same time, we might recognize an area where we may need to loosen our grip so that we can move on and begin fresh as both Venus and Ceres head toward Pluto in the sign of Aquarius.

The Moon is void from 7:02 PM EST, with the Moon’s last aspect before changing signs (a square to Uranus), until the Moon enters Pisces the next day, Saturday, December 7th, at 4:50 AM EST.

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Mars now turns retrograde at 6° Leo 11′.

Mars Retrograde Cycle from December 6, 2024, to February 23, 2025:

Mars Retrograde in Leo + Cancer: December 2024 to February 2025

Mars Retrograde Dates in 2024-2025:

Mars is retrograde from December 6th, 2024, to February 23rd, 2025.

• On October 4, 2024, Mars enters the Retrograde Zone (pre-retrograde shadow) at 17° Cancer 01′
• On December 6, 2024, Mars stations and turns retrograde at 6° Leo 11’Rx
• On February 23, 2025, Mars stations and turns direct at 17° Cancer 01’D
• On May 2, 2025, Mars leaves the Retrograde Zone (post-retrograde zone) at 6° Leo 11′

***See also an explanation of Mars Retrograde and Mars Retrograde Dates.

Mars spends its retrograde cycle in two signs: Leo and Cancer.

The Sun in Capricorn opposes retrograde Mars in Cancer on January 15th, 2025 (the Sun only opposes Mars while Mars is retrograde).

Mars is in its pre-retrograde shadow period from October 4th, 2024, forward, and is in its post-retrograde shadow until May 2nd, 2025.

When Mars is in its retrograde cycle, we must re-assess our current projects, our approach to getting what we want, and our desire nature. Rather than directly assert our desires, we tend towards introspection.

While Mars in direct motion is direct, straightforward, assertive, and aggressive, while it’s retrograde, Mars energy is essentially turned inward–it’s internalized, intensified, personalized, and perhaps pressurized. We can be hesitant about taking action, second-guessing our instincts or our natural impulses rather than acting upon them.

The way we react to situations under normal conditions doesn’t necessarily work for us now, or we don’t exactly trust our instincts during the retrograde phase of Mars.

When we internalize anger, there can be some rather challenging byproducts, such as tension, resentment, depression, apathy, and even some paranoia. On the other hand, we might choose to personalize it and make it more intimate.

With Mars retrograde in Leo specifically, pride can push us to greater heights, but it can also keep us from expressing our true feelings, for example, or prevent us from truly learning from our experiences and from others. With Mars retrograde in Leo, we might see more sulking or pulling away to make a point. Leo rules children, creativity, recreational pleasure, entertainment, and romance. As such, we may need to re-assess our approach to these matters. We might feel some frustration or anxiety about these matters.

Projects may not get off the ground as planned, perhaps due to hesitation, caution, and fear of taking risks. Health issues may be a factor (especially in areas ruled by Leo–the heart and back), and accidents a possibility throughout the Mars retrograde period.

Our goal during a Mars retrograde period should not be, however, to simply sit on our impulses or to squelch our enthusiasm. Rather, it should be to better understand our impulses, survival instincts, anger, sexuality, inner courage, and the ways we go about getting what we want from life. The cosmos are asking us to look before we leap rather than throwing ourselves into action, just for the time being.

Learn more about the meaning of Mars Retrograde.

Saturday, DECEMBER 7

Venus moves into Aquarius today and aligns with Pluto today. Venus will transit Aquarius until January 2nd. We’re moving towards more unconventionality, independence, and freedom in our social relationships.

Under this influence, experimental or non-traditional relationships, entertainment, purchases, and pursuits are especially intriguing. Allowing one another fuller freedom of expression and treating others fairly, unselfishly, and impartially are themes. Our tastes and interests incline towards the avant-garde during this cycle.

However, with the conjunction of Venus and Pluto, we’re more protective, intense, or private with our affections, tastes, money, and pleasures today. It’s a time of intense feelings and a stronger connection with our deeper wants. We’re looking to grow, change, or intensify our relationships, money, pleasures, or social lives–or grow ourselves through these things.

However, we might try to sway, coerce, and manipulate others or demand more from our relationships or pastimes. This is a time when we can be incredibly focused and perhaps obsessed, especially when interacting. There is a tendency to want–and demand–more than usual from a partnership or friendship.

Neptune stations and turns direct today after retrograde motion since July 2nd. We may begin to face some illusions we’ve held onto, confusing situations become clearer, and our creativity soars, or at least, we are more inclined to apply our creativity in the real world. We have more faith in our own dreams and visions, in others, and in our belief systems. Increasingly, we seek inspiration from external sources.

Also today, the Sun opposes Jupiter, and recent excesses can come to light, demanding a change or shuffling of priorities. At issue now are conflicting urges regarding what we think we should do versus what we want to do. There are two areas of life where we have a particular need to shine, grow, and improve, represented by the Sun in Sagittarius and Jupiter in Gemini, but these may seem to be in direct conflict with one another at this time.

Culminations or unexpected changes in a project or goal might occur, and this can be a time for reaping the rewards. The urge to grow and expand is strong. If we’ve been overreaching, however, it may be time to adjust our expectations. Note that mistakes made now can be more memorable than usual.

The Moon is void until the Moon enters Pisces today at 4:50 AM EST.

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Neptune now turns direct at 24° Pisces 53′. Each year, Neptune retrogrades for approximately 5 months. Today, this retrograde cycle ends.

Neptune Retrograde in Pisces: July 2-December 7, 2024

• Neptune enters the Retrograde Zone on March 11, 2024,  at 27° Pisces 08′
• Neptune stations and turns retrograde on July 2, 2024,  at 29° Pisces 56′ Rx
• Neptune stations and turns direct on December 7, 2024, at 27° Pisces 08′
• Neptune leaves the Retrograde Zone on March 28, 2025, at 29° Pisces 56′

With Neptune direct, our creativity soars, or at least, we are more confident about applying our creativity in the real world. Instead of thinking of this period as a time of disillusionment, we can see it as a time of illumination–when we increasingly see the light. We have more faith in our dreams and visions, in others, and our belief systems. We begin to seek inspiration from external sources. With Neptune at a station today, we may have difficulty focusing long enough to tackle a task adequately.

Sunday, DECEMBER 8

Venus forms a minor square and contra-parallel with Jupiter today, and we’re optimistic and ready to take a chance or give someone or something the benefit of the doubt.

However, we should watch for overextension. It’s best not to overstate or make big promises based only on the good mood of the moment.

This morning, the First Quarter Moon occurs when the Sun in Sagittarius forms a square with the Moon in Pisces. There is a crisis theme surrounding any quarter Moon phase, as we feel compelled to take action. Shortly after, we become aware of how our actions affect those close to us, perhaps through trial and error. It can be a time of stress, clashing, and discord, but also high energy, motivation, and growth.

Pluto aligns with Ceres early in the sign of Aquarius, and it’s a time of renewal on an attachment level. Our attachment to our happiness goals, friends, and social life is in focus. We might push ourselves to achieve more or to effect change and a new approach, and being part of something greater than ourselves is appealing. It’s a good time for creative group dynamics.

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Monday, DECEMBER 9

The Moon continues its transit of Pisces until 8:38 AM EST, when it heads into pioneering Aries, and we’re more in tune with our initiative and independence.

The Moon aligns with the North Node, and Venus heads toward a sextile with the North Node, reminding us to strive to achieve our goals and improve. We’re learning to embrace our individuality and assert ourselves confidently, but we’re also doing these things while being mindful of others. A gentle challenge can be beneficial.

Cooperation and positivity in our social lives come naturally. We want to grow and improve and may draw in situations that help us do so.

The Moon is void from 3:45 AM EST, with the Moon’s last aspect before changing signs (a conjunction to Neptune), until the Moon enters Aries at 8:38 AM EST.

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Tuesday, DECEMBER 10

The Sun forms a trine to Chiron, and the Aries Moon hooks into this energy through its alignment with Chiron and trine to the Sun. These transits encourage a holistic approach to problem-solving and gaining natural confidence through everyday interactions. This can lead to learning, growth, and improvement, particularly through creativity, self-assertion, and courage.

By being less concerned about who’s right or wrong, we can be more open to learning and growing. Our egos don’t get in the way, which helps us make real progress.

We’re putting our respect in the right places, and the chance to find a sense of purpose or a “mission” can arise now, increasing our confidence. We’re valuing and paying more attention to emotional concerns to our benefit.

The Moon is void from 5:14 PM EST, with the Moon’s last aspect before changing signs (a trine to the Sun), until the Moon enters Taurus the next day, Wednesday, December 11th, at 10:56 AM EST.

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Wednesday, DECEMBER 11

Venus is heading toward an opposition with retrograde Mars today, and the Sun forms minor squares to both Venus and Mars. These transits pit wants and desires against one another. Passions run high, and jealousies are possible. Impulsive decisions affect our finances and established relationships. We might stir up problems to fulfill a need for excitement if we are unaware of the tendency. Our desires can be difficult to understand–or difficult to satisfy. Brewing relationship issues can come to a head.

Venus energy is compromising, but Mars, complicated by its retrograde status, is independent and self-directed. Mixed signals can be frustrating and even maddening now. Without a plan or direction, arguments or impatience can follow. Irritations can certainly be stirred by others, but they might also reflect inner uneasiness. What we want to do and think we should do can be at odds now, and we may not be very productive with this kind of discontent.

Ideally, we look for creative solutions for dissatisfaction. The Moon enters Taurus today at 10:56 AM EST, and this evening, the Taurus Moon forms a square to both Venus and Mars, pulling our emotions into these dilemmas.

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Thursday, DECEMBER 12

The Moon spends the day in Taurus, and we crave stability, favoring steadiness over innovation. With the Moon’s harmony with Saturn, we’re interested in building on our new ideas or what we already have in place.

This morning, however, the Venus-Mars opposition perfects and the Sun forms a sesquiquadrate with Mars, pointing to the potential for too-quick judgments and actions. We might be anxious to put something behind us, rushing decisions in the process. This transit adds instigating, tense, or impatient elements to the early day. We might crave action but not know where to direct this energy.

Coming into play today is Jupiter’s sesquiquadrate with Pluto, exact very early tomorrow. This outer-planet transit with longer-term influence can point to events or circumstances that subtly challenge our beliefs, kickstarting a need for an attitude change. We might struggle between the desire to learn through experience and the compulsion to follow our ambitions.

It’s crucial to find a balance in our journey of growth and advancement, as taking shortcuts or pushing too hard can ultimately set us back. While it can be tempting now, we should avoid exaggerating our importance or power to ourselves, as it’s easier to make costly mistakes this way.

We’re also approaching a Mercury-Venus sextile. Mercury is nearing the end of its retrograde cycle, and the Mercury-Venus sextile helps ease this sometimes rocky transition.

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Friday, DECEMBER 13

Retrograde Mercury periods tend to send us looking to the past for further or previously hidden information. It’s a good time to see an issue in a new light. We feel the most challenging side of Mercury retrograde around the time it changes direction, which happens on the 15th, so we might want to avoid complicated decision-making for the time being. There may be too much happening now to think clearly.

However, this morning’s Mercury-Venus sextile stimulates a desire to cooperate, compliment, encourage, and express our affections. We’re also inclined to analyze our relationships, particularly past ones, as well as our preferences and feelings. Connecting with people from our past is also possible.

This morning, a creative aspect between Venus and Chiron suggests gaining a social advantage through a willingness to grow, learn, and listen. We’re especially receptive to one another’s needs.

The Moon continues its transit of steady Taurus until 12:22 PM EST when it heads into connected Gemini. The Sun’s parallel to Pluto adds a layer of intensity to the day and brings the desire for self-mastery to our attention.

The Moon is void from 7:39 AM EST, with the Moon’s last aspect before changing signs (a sextile to Neptune), until the Moon enters Gemini at 12:22 PM EST.

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Saturday, DECEMBER 14

The Moon spends the day in Gemini, aligning with Jupiter in the early afternoon, producing lively and curious energy. We prefer to keep our options open, and we’re especially communicative and connected.

While it’s a lighthearted Moon in general, the Moon’s square to Saturn this morning can feel restrictive. We might worry that we’re divulging too much. Otherwise, this Moon transit encourages our reasonable and logical side. We seek contacts and activities that engage us and satisfy our need for diversity, variety, and knowledge.

Moon-Jupiter magnifies our desire to learn, share, and connect. We’re more gracious with others and generous with our information and time.

However, on this day before Mercury’s direct station and a Full Moon, there can be some confusion with directions and interpretations, suggesting some need to wait and see as the shift occurs.

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Sunday, DECEMBER 15

The Moon spends part of the day in Gemini and reaches full this morning at 4:01 AM EST, bringing information to light. It can be a time to release, reveal, or announce something, particularly about communications or learning, to which you want others to catch on. However, it’s not ideal for revealing a matter you want to downplay since whatever comes to light now will likely have some fanfare surrounding it.

The coming days are powerful for new ideas, but they’re new and require more time to develop and mature.

The Full Moon in Gemini is curious and hungry for ideas and information. It can bring sudden awareness to our lives and a rather urgent “need to know,” to get an important message across, to finish a communications project, or to make an announcement.

Travel and communications are in sharp focus. Watch for too-quick decisions and actions, but pay close attention to what illuminates now. It can be an especially revealing time.

Gemini’s ruler, Mercury, stations and turns direct today, reinforcing the need to be selective with what we express at this time, as this station ties in with the Full Moon.

Mercury has been retrograde since November 25th, and its direct turn today means that in the coming days and weeks, problems with communications and decision-making encountered during Mercury’s retrograde cycle will likely clear up. As we advance, we can apply our observations and new perspectives to our lives.

Energies that are hard to make sense of can be prominent today, however, and thus, important decision-making should be avoided for the time being, as our thinking can be skewed, or we may not have all the information we need just yet. While today’s Mars-Jupiter parallel can inspire us to take the initiative, all in all, it’s a better day to take in rather than take action.

With today’s Sun-Uranus quincunx, we could deal with minor disruptions of plans or a restless urge for change that interferes with the flow. Instead, a fear of change can stop us in our tracks temporarily, but we may get the chance to make refinements and recalibrate.

The Moon is void from 9:32 AM EST, with the Moon’s last aspect before changing signs (a square to Neptune), until the Moon enters Cancer at 2:21 PM EST.

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The Moon is Full in Gemini on December 15, 2024, at 4:01 AM EST.

Full Moon in Gemini Chart: December 15, 2024

The Gemini Moon exactly opposes the Sagittarius Sun. The Gemini-Sagittarius polarity is a mental axis, where Gemini represents the “lower mind” and Sagittarius represents the “higher mind”. A Gemini Moon encourages us to think logically, while Sagittarius persuades us to think in a far broader manner. Sagittarius symbolizes the quest for meaning and ideas that expand upon the here and now.

Gemini is quite comfortable in his or her immediate environment or neighborhood, while Sagittarius stimulates us to venture beyond. Neglecting either end of the axis will surely backfire on us. Ideally, a balance should be found between the two energies, and this is what the Full Moon invites us to do.

This Full Moon is about communication, attitude, and sense of adventure. Something has been building inside of us, and now is the time when the energy of the cosmos fairly demands that we let it out. Over the next two weeks, we will discover what this means for us. For now, we can’t sit on our feelings. We need to express them.

The Full Moon is a time of culmination and the promise of fulfillment of that which was started at the New Moon. It is an emotional time–a time of romance, fertilization, and relationships. With the Moon full and bright in the sky, symbolic “illumination” occurs in our own lives. However, these feelings and revelations are emotional ones, as there is a sense of emotions bursting forth into our consciousness. It’s time to express ourselves and to let things out of our systems. Of course, we might want to exercise some care while doing so, knowing that what is coming out of us is not particularly rational as yet.

Finalizing plans should probably be saved for a later date and we should watch for too-quick decisions and actions, but paying close attention to what’s illuminated now makes sense. Through the events or the tensions of this time, we can ultimately get to a better understanding of ourselves, and particularly of our desires.

The chart wheel above shows the main, most important influences, which is useful to see the chart patterns and heaviest factors. Below, the chart wheel has some additional points, such as Chiron, major asteroids, Eris, and more. Click on it to enlarge.

Full Moon in Gemini 2024 (with additional points)

This phase of the Moon occurs at 23 degrees and 53 minutes of Gemini opposite the Sun at 23 degrees 53 minutes of Sagittarius, affecting people born with personal planets and points at approximately 20 to 28 degrees of the Mutable signs (Gemini, Virgo, Sagittarius, and Pisces) most significantly.

Mercury now turns direct at 6° Sagittarius 24′.

Mercury was retrograde from November 25th, at 22° Sagittarius 40′, until December 15th, 2024, at 6° Sagittarius 24′.

Mercury Retrograde Cycle from November 25 to December 15, 2024:

Mercury Retrograde in Sagittarius: November 24-December 15, 2024

• On November 7, 2024, Mercury enters the Retrograde Zone (pre-retrograde shadow) at 6° Sagittarius 24′
• On November 25, 2024, Mercury stations and turns retrograde at 22° Sagittarius 40’Rx
• On December 15, 2024, Mercury stations and turns direct at 6° Sagittarius 24’D
• On January 2, 2025, Mercury leaves the Retrograde Zone (post-retrograde zone) at 22° Sagittarius 40′

The year 2024’s final retrograde Mercury cycle began on November 25th and ends now.

Mercury’s post-retrograde shadow (from December 15th, 2024, to January 2nd, 2025) is generally better for new long-term endeavors than the pre-retrogrades shadow. For new enterprises in the pre-retrograde shadow, the venture’s secondary progressed Mercury will turn direction (retrograde) in the coming years, which may not be ideal.

Also note that things are most wonky on and around the days of the stations whether Mercury is turning retrograde OR direct (the start and end dates of the retrograde cycle) as the shifts occur, after which we grow more accustomed to the energy.

Mercury is retrograde approximately three times a year for approximately three weeks each time. As such, retrograde Mercury is a fairly common occurrence (Mercury is retrograde approximately 18% of the time).

As the planet of communication, Mercury retrograde tends to breed a certain level of confusion. Mercury rules our “lower” mind–how we perceive and interpret information that we receive from our environment, and how we relay that information to others. Mercury has rulership over such things as speaking, negotiating, buying and selling, listening, formal contracts, documents, travel, the mail and shipping, and so forth. All of these areas of life are affected when Mercury is functioning in a sluggish state. Decision-making is challenged during Mercury retrograde.

Needless to say, it is not advised to sign contracts, engage in important decision-making, or launch a new business. Delays and challenges are more probable with Mercury retrograde. It’s a time when being careless with money, our personal information, or paperwork can be costly.

While Mercury was retrograde, we may have been rethinking a previous opinion or idea. Looking to the signs and houses it transits can give clues as to what we may be deciding. In Sagittarius, we were reconsidering ideas, beliefs, modes of communication and transportation, and matters of faith.

Now that Mercury is direct, slowly but surely, information unclogs, and we can move on. Ideally, while Mercury was retrograde, we had the chance to catch up, refine details, and change our minds if needed.

Monday, DECEMBER 16

The Moon spends the day in Cancer, harmonizing with Saturn, and we thrive in familiar settings and activities. This Moon encourages us to center ourselves and let go of overthinking. It’s sensitive, cautious, protective, traditional, and receptive.

The Moon-Saturn trine is grounding and stabilizing. We want to be productive, and taking responsibility is not only empowering, but it comes naturally.

With Mercury freshly direct, there is some need to wait and see, but today’s energies help us pace ourselves.

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Tuesday, DECEMBER 17

The Moon continues its transit of Cancer until 6:39 PM EST, boosting our desire for familiarity.

A forgiving, accepting element from the morning’s Moon-Neptune trine supports finding ways to detach and calm ourselves, mainly through connecting to our dreams and ideals.

The Moon enters Leo at 6:39 PM, and we’re happy to share ourselves with others in heartfelt ways.

Still, a Venus-Neptune semi-square this afternoon can be distracting. There can be a tendency to gloss over problems or see what we want to see, imagining the best or the worst. Of course, the truth is somewhere in between. We might have temporary doubts about our lovability and worth or relationships, pleasure, or comfort levels.

Alternatively, we might go in the other direction and look the other way in the face of critical flaws and details.

We’re approaching a Sun-Neptune square, a combination that can also lead to misleading ourselves or others.

The Moon is void from 1:33 PM EST, with the Moon’s last aspect before changing signs (a trine to Neptune), until the Moon enters Leo at 6:39 PM EST.

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Wednesday, DECEMBER 18

Today’s Sun-Neptune square diffuses our energy, and we can struggle with our direction. If we’ve lacked inspiration or motivation, we can feel it more acutely now. This influence tends to blur boundaries. We may deal with disorganization, impracticality, or a temporary energy drain. Ideally, we come up with ideas for refueling.

This transit challenges us to consider our needs for inspiration and imagination, which might conflict with our plans and goals. We may need to confront the areas of our lives where reality isn’t measuring up to our ideals. Until we find ways to incorporate more spirit into our lives, it’s hard to feel motivated. Still, it can be a time of increased spiritual awareness and vision, even if we initially struggle with this. There may be detours or distractions to deal with now.

Sun-Neptune amps up uncertainty, and we can either go with that flow or resist it and feel a little lost temporarily until we regroup. Mysteries are compelling, and our moves are subtle rather than bold.

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Thursday, DECEMBER 19

The Benefics, Venus and Jupiter, form a harmonious trine today, generating friendly energy, lifting our spirits, and encouraging our desire for the ideal. This transit helps to both soften and strengthen us. We are big-hearted, and our feelings are immense, begging for expression. Gestures tend to be thoughtful, and we’re particularly hopeful, cheerful, and cooperative. It can be a somewhat lazy or self-indulgent time. Our tolerance for rudeness or crassness decreases. We are incredibly open and trusting of others, expecting the best, and both integrity and loyalty are favored.

This beneficial transit boosts our desire to give one another the benefit of the doubt and increases our interest in others, culture, different pastimes and pleasures, and unusual or supplemental activities. We want to learn, grow, expand, and enjoy ourselves. We’re also learning about what we like and enjoy. There can be good fortune with money and investments and discovering solid financial prospects.

The Moon spends the day in Leo–a vibrant and competitive transit. We take more pride in our actions and creations. This Moon encourages our honorable, proud, and loving qualities. We’re generally confident and prepared to take on whatever comes our way with a Leo Moon, but we also seek feedback and interaction to inspire us. With the Moon’s square to Uranus, rules, dullness, routines, and limitations are harder to accept.

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Friday, DECEMBER 20

The Moon moves into Virgo early today, at 2:37 AM EST, bringing on a helpful, moderate, and detail-oriented theme. However, we are easily distracted in the hours surrounding this evening’s Moon-Mercury square. It can be challenging to express what we intend.

Still, the Sun forms a biquintile with Mars and heads toward the same aspect with Uranus today, and we’re creative and original about going after what we want. We can maneuver and plan stylishly, and we’re naturally competitive without antagonism. We more readily find channels for expressing our need for change and progress. Solving problems or finding our way around them is more straightforward than usual.

The Moon is void from 12:19 AM EST, with the Moon’s last aspect before changing signs (a trine to the Sun), until the Moon enters Virgo at 2:37 AM EST.

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Saturday, DECEMBER 21

The Sun enters Capricorn today and will transit the sign until January 19th. During this cycle, we’re motivated by feelings of responsibility, ambition, and respect for law and order. Completion and accomplishment are satisfying during this Sun transit.

Capricorn wants tangible results, knows what is feasible, and is most comfortable working within an established framework and known boundaries or limits. Standards, structures, and an appreciation for order are Capricorn themes. Working towards a long-term goal is the most motivating with this influence.

Today’s Sun-Pluto semi-sextile can find us in a dilemma about whether to pursue what we feel we should do or answer to our less secure but compelling ambitions.

The Moon is in Virgo all day and can find us focusing on what’s practical and useful.

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Sunday, DECEMBER 22

The Moon continues in the sign of conscientious Virgo until 2:08 PM EST, when it heads into balanced Libra.

The Last Quarter Moon occurs at 10:31 PM in Libra, and this phase of the Moon points to a possible crisis of consciousness. After basking in the awareness symbolized by the full light of the Moon at the time of last week’s Full Moon, we begin to see what works for us–and what doesn’t–in preparation for next week’s New Moon when something new is born again. It’s not the best time to start a significant project, but we might begin to finish up the details of whatever we conceived at the last New Moon. Ideally, we’re arriving at a more mature view of a project or situation.

The Sun heads toward a quintile with Saturn, and a responsible theme emerges. We tend to sort, categorize, and create order now. There can be a willingness to make sacrifices if it seems the best way to make improvements.

The Moon is void from 8:27 AM EST, with the Moon’s last aspect before changing signs (an opposition to Neptune), until the Moon enters Libra at 2:08 PM EST.

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Monday, DECEMBER 23

The Sun forms a square to the North Node of the Moon this morning, pointing to dissatisfaction and disagreement. We could be moving in directions counter to our growth, perhaps allowing matters of ego to work against us.

Circumstances may take us out of our comfort zone, which feels disruptive and counter-productive at first glance, but might ultimately redirect us in helpful ways.

Today’s Venus-Chiron sextile is forgiving. We’re open to learning to overcome our insecurities. We more easily identify the needs and desires we’ve suppressed, and getting into a healthier relationship with these buried needs can help. We’re more inclined toward intimacy and sharing and see beauty in our imperfections.

As we learn what we genuinely value, our choices and decisions about relationships and finances improve.

Today’s Libra Moon is accommodating, and its harmony with Mercury and Jupiter promotes cooperation and communication.

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