Taurus Monthly Horoscope

Taurus (Born May 11 to 21) AND Taurus Ascendant from 20 to 30 degrees Taurus:

December 2024 Taurus Horoscope: Love, Career, & General Trends

December 2024

The Sun this Month: Central Focus, Consciousness

Until December 11th:

The Sun continues to put a spotlight on your solar seventh house--your partnership sector. This can be a time of much learning through the mirror of close relationships. It's not the time to push your agenda or personal plans forward; rather, it's a cycle in which you are at your best when you recognize the need to form alliances, to give back to a special someone, and to compromise in order to find some balance in your life.

It's a strong period for putting yourself into another person's shoes and to better understand him/her. You may be meeting with someone strong and assertive by nature now, or a partner is more assertive and needy of attention. There may be some competitive feelings between you and a significant other now. Focus is on reconciliation, forming or cementing bonds, diplomacy, consultation, one-on-one interactions, and negotiations. You may feel a little drained physically now, temporarily.

From December 11th forward:

The Sun energizes your sector of transformation, change, sexuality, personal growth, regeneration, others' money and resources, addictions, and taxes. As a result, this is not the most gregarious of months for you. You take a step back, focus on intimacy with a partner, or simply retreat a little from the hectic pace of life. This is an excellent time to create a budget or financial plan, or to rid yourself of bad habits that undermine your sense of personal power and self-mastery.

All that is deeply personal comes into focus now. Intimate matters are especially important to you during this cycle. Just how well you are handling your life comes up for inspection. Your self-mastery skills and psychological predisposition matter to you more than usual. This is the time of year when you are most desirous of change on a deep level. Clearing out psychic "junk" or ridding yourself of bad habits may be part of the picture now. You are more willing than usual to explore life's secrets.

This cycle brings greater in-depth understanding and an inclination to delve beneath the surface of matters to get to the bottom of them. Research uncovers new material that allows you to develop a better overall picture of the year's events. This is an especially introspective cycle during which you have the chance to truly uncover your personal strengths and talents. On a more practical level, you may be dealing with joint finances and shared resources now more than usual.

Venus this Month: Love, Romance, Social Life, Comfort, Pleasure

Until December 24th: 

Venus continues to grace your solar ninth house. During this cycle, your ideals in love are set high. You might become inspired by a loved one now, or someone might awaken a new perspective or way of thinking in you. You could also enjoy a trip, or a new adventure of sorts. In fact, you are attracted to anything that is non-routine and fare best when you are reaching out beyond your usual bounds. You might be attracted to people or even objects that are exotic or different in some way during this cycle. It's a good period for personal charm and attractiveness in general.

From December 25th forward: 

Venus graces your solar tenth house now. During this cycle, you are most charming and well-received on the job. Your responsibility and authority are likeable qualities now, making this a favorable period overall for schmoozing with those in a higher position than you, as well as for negotiations or social activities related to business. Venus is charming, friendly, and affectionate, and her presence in your career and reputation sector brings social opportunities to your career. You are coming across well at work now, and romantic opportunities, or simply more chances to socialize and network, are likely. You are socially ambitious right now, and success may come through your good managerial qualities or some form of artistic talent, or, indirectly through your marriage partner. People who turn your head during this cycle are those who come across as especially competent.

Mercury this Month: Communications, Learning, Connections, Transportation

Mercury is retrograde since November 25th until December 15th: 

All Mercury retrograde cycles particularly affect you in terms of communications with lovers or children, and regarding financial affairs, because Mercury rules these areas of your life. Your judgment with regards to personal finances (Gemini-ruled for you) as well as romantic partners and creative endeavors may not be up to par just now, so do avoid "signing on the dotted line". Speculation is not advised during this cycle.

Occurring in your solar seventh house this time, extra care should be exercised when it comes to negotiations and one-on-one communications. Be as non-judgmental as you can with a partner. There may be the need to revisit old issues in a partnership, or there could be some communication problems with a partner. An ex-partner may resurface during this cycle. Misunderstandings with your partner now can do some damage if you (or your partner) focus on the choice of words instead of the meanings behind the words. If you need to talk through problems, try not to over-react to what your partner has to say. Mixed messages coming from a partner, or a disappointment, could occur now. You may not be as adept at mediating disputes for the time being, but it's a good cycle in which to reflect upon your negotiation skills with the goal of improving them. Re-thinking a partnership arrangement is possible now, but you should avoid jumping to any premature decisions. It would be wise to be especially clear when it comes to communicating with partners; or take this time to re-examine issues rather than communicating about them prematurely.

From December 15th forward, these matters straighten out as information unclogs: 

Mercury transits your solar seventh house. You tend to weigh the pros and cons of every issue during this cycle, taking into account others' needs as well as your own. Some indecisiveness is possible now, simply because you naturally entertain opposing viewpoints. You have a strong desire to cooperate and communicate with others now. You feel most comfortable spending time with people on a one-to-one level, or with those with whom you share a personal history.

Interestingly, your own thoughts become clearer through dialogue with others during this window. You may be doing public relations work, counseling, negotiating, or arbitration during this cycle. There is a lot of emphasis on communications with partners and best friends at this time. You can use the power of words to advise others or to make peace with people in your life. You are more diplomatic than usual during this transit.

Mars this Month: Energy, Drive, Courage

Mars is retrograde from December 6th forward (until February 23rd, 2025):

All Mars retrograde cycles particularly affect you in terms of your intuition and spiritual matters, because Mars rules these areas of your life. You may find that you are less able to rely on your intuition. Perhaps you're picking up the wrong cues or reading too much into situations. Whatever the case may be, for the time being, you may not feel that your intuition is serving you well. Keep an eye out for deceptiveness and falseness in others. It would be wise to be especially clear when it comes to communicating about your inner world now or take this time to re-examine issues rather than communicating about them prematurely. Private affairs and solitary work might need to be put on the back burner, or you could show less enthusiasm for them as you reassess matters.

Occurring in your solar third house during this date range, mental projects, courses, or studies could be less exciting or invigorating for the time being. Perhaps a project you've been working on and enthused about encounters some snags and you put it to the side or even feel the urge to abandon it altogether. Some of you could be quite preoccupied with problems in these areas. Challenges with self-expression, pushing/selling your ideas, or with neighbors and siblings may occur now. Social interactions can be a little strained now, as you may feel the need to hold back or there is a lack of usual spontaneity in your communications. There can be frustration with daily routines. It's time to rethink, revise, and reorganize your plans. Backtracking is a good idea. In fact, this is a strong time for making important edits of work already in progress.

Overview Horoscope:

December 2024 Monthly Overview Horoscope for Taurus:

December is a period of transformations and renovations for you, dear Taurus, mostly on an emotional level. You're returning to old problems with a different attitude, taking care of unfinished business, and making refinements to projects that are not quite complete. In the process, you could find some hidden gems from the past. Dependencies can be a big issue now – the desire to feel more independent and empowered can be strong, and you're taking the steps necessary to make these changes.

The month brings a nudge toward looking within for answers and seeking deeper involvement in (or commitment to) a project, venture, or relationship. You're not interested in fluff at the moment as you pursue more meaningful or absorbing experiences with the Sun in your intimacy sector until the 21st, and Mercury is there all month. As such, some endeavors are likely to fall by the wayside.

Even so, Venus continues its transit of your solar ninth house until the 7th, and this encourages a more active and spontaneous expression of your feelings. You can have a stronger desire to learn and expand your knowledge and experiences.

From the 6th, Mars is retrograde and will remain so until February 23rd. For the first four and a half weeks of the retrograde, it's in your home and family sector, bringing tricky energy with domestic affairs. Watch for passive-aggressive behavior. Home repairs may be needed, and it's a good time to reimagine how you organize your home life and make it a happier place. Certain endeavors may not go as planned, and there may be a need for a "plan B." This may not the best time for beginning a long-term relationship or returning to an old one, but it's a fine time to look at things from a different perspective. Patience is a real virtue now.

Try not to stir the pot and avoid confrontations until you know where you truly stand on an issue. It can be challenging to be indifferent towards others, but it can be emotionally freeing to do so from time to time, as you can too easily get all riled up and this can interfere with success and happiness. Consider being kinder to yourself by looking the other way when appropriate.

Besides affecting the physical and mundane affairs surrounding family and home life, retrograde Mars can also stir up some buried emotional frustrations. Issues you overlooked or thought were resolved long ago can resurface now. If you're dealing with tension, backtracking, delays, or repairs, an occasional change of scene might help your overall mood. Despite minor inconveniences, you're on a path to new and improved home life and relations with family. This process can take months, but the work you do now can bring rewards later. It's a good time to deal with buried anger and resentment, as well as for reviewing and fine-tuning projects around the home.

Venus moves into your career and reputation sector on the 7th, and the weeks ahead of this date are suitable for public relations and appeal. Instead, it can be a more relaxed, satisfying period for relating with higher-ups and business associates. Your reputation can get a boost now.

Fortunately, also from the 7th onward, friendships, goals, and alliances may turn a corner. Your faith in these things strengthens, perhaps after some demotivation. You might hear from a friend after a long absence or pick up an old project and begin reworking it.

Money matters can reach a head around the 15th. On this date, Mercury, ruler of your resources sector, ends its retrograde, and the Full Moon occurs in the same area of your solar chart. You can have revelations or realizations revolving around finances, valuables, or values. You might have the opportunity to employ some of your special talents, and this can attract friendly interest your way. You’re also gathering more inspiration and determination to take charge and do something about problem areas.

The last week of the month/year brings your needs for life experience, learning, and excitement to the fore. You may be looking for ways to add to your life experience through education, mingling, or various forms of adventure-seeking. The routine elements of your life seem to be more drab and dull in your mind's eye now.

The New Moon on the 30th pushes these themes further--you now feel the need to formulate plans. You might battle some restlessness with your strong desire to expand your horizons, but aim to pace yourself for peace of mind. You could feel renewed by a new perspective on your life or a new and improved vision of what you want to do in the future.

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