This Week in Astrology December 8-14

This Week in Astrology: December 8-14, 2024

December 8th to 14th, 2024

On Sunday morning, the First Quarter Moon occurs as the Sun in Sagittarius forms a square with the Moon in Pisces. There is a crisis theme surrounding any quarter Moon phase, and we feel compelled to take action. Shortly after some trial and error, we become aware of how our actions affect those close to us.

Whatever project or initiative we began around the New Moon is now off the ground, and it may face its first obstacles. This can be a time of stress, clashing, and discord, but also of high energy, motivation, and growth.

The First Quarter Moon Chart:

This phase of the Moon occurs at 17 degrees and 2 minutes of Pisces square the Sun at the same degree of Sagittarius, affecting planets at approximately 6 to 14 degrees of the Mutable signs (Gemini, Virgo, Sagittarius, and Pisces) the most.

NEXT WEEK:

The FULL MOON will occur on Sunday, December 15th 2024, at 4:01 AM EST.

Previous: New Moon

The NEW MOON occurs on Sunday, December 1st, 2024, at 1:21 AM EST.

Very early Sunday, the New Moon occurs in the sign of Sagittarius when the Sun and Moon align. 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 on the one hand, supporting our energy and motivation levels, and a square with Saturn on the other, suggesting blocks to our efforts to begin anew.

The New Moon Chart:

New Moon in Sagittarius Chart: December 1, 2024

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

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)

Moon Phase Cycle: Bigger Picture

Dec 1,
2024, 1:21 AM, Sun Conjunct Moon (New Moon)
Dec 8, 2024, 10:26 AM, Sun Square Moon (First Quarter Moon)
Dec 15, 2024, 4:01 AM, Sun Opposition Moon (Full Moon)
Dec 22, 2024, 5:18 PM, Sun Square Moon (Last Quarter Moon)
Dec 30, 2024, 5:27 PM, Sun Conjunct Moon (New Moon)

(Times are Eastern)

This week: The Sun is in Sagittarius; Mercury is in Sagittarius; Venus is in Aquarius; Mars is in Leo.

The Sun is in Sagittarius from November 21-December 21. With the Sun in Sagittarius, our focus shifts from the need for an intimate connection with a person and with ourselves, to the desire to reach out to the world and connect with something larger than ourselves.

While the Sun moves through this fiery, mutable sign, we can take steps to increase our understanding and awareness of the world around us. We are more able to muster up the courage to expand our horizons and branch out into new ways of thinking.

We can gain more confidence and optimism by focusing on the “big picture” as we move away from our focus on the details of mundane existence. Although we may be prone to overdoing our expectations, we have the opportunity to nurture our faith, hope, and vision under this influence.

Mercury is in Sagittarius from November 2, 2024-January 8, 2025 [Lengthier than usual due to a Mercury retrograde cycle that occurs entirely in the sign of Sagittarius from November 25th to December 15th]. When Mercury is in Sagittarius, our thinking shifts from a need to plumb the depths of any given situation to the desire to learn about a wide range of topics. We seek ideals, our thinking is more optimistic, and our faith increases. We are more equipped to believe and to persuade. What is fair and unfair concerns us most now. However, we are not always very precise under this influence.

We’re more inclined to ask questions and seek answers during this forward-looking cycle. We might often wax philosophical, and we enjoy wrapping our minds around new concepts and ideas. Still, the details are not as interesting to us now, as we prefer to envision the big picture.

On the downside, we can be inconsistent and lack attention to details. While frank and open, we can also be tactless during this period. We’re generous with our communications and input, and we’re humorous and friendly at this time.

Venus is in Aquarius from December 7, 2024-January 2, 2025. We move towards unconventionality, independence, and freedom as themes in our social relationships under this influence. Aquarius can be just as faithful as Capricorn, but it has to be on its own terms! Experimental relationships are more intriguing now.

Being friends as well as lovers is important to us during this cycle. Allowing one another freedom of expression, and treating others fairly, unselfishly, and impartially, are themes now.

We treat people as equals and take our friendships, causes, and interests seriously. We prize intellectual stimulation and companionship. Income boosts come through innovative ideas. We can remake traditions and approach things unconventionally. Being true to ourselves is of the utmost importance in our relationships. Venus-in-Aquarius is a friendly but aloof period.

Mars is in Leo from November 3, 2024, to January 6, 2025, and then April 18-June 17, 2025. [Why so long and in two steps? Mars transits Leo, but then turns retrograde on December 6th, 2024. While retrograde, Mars returns to Cancer (on January 6th, 2025). Mars turns direct on February 23rd and then enters Leo again on April 18th.] In Leo, Mars is proud, self-confident, and grand. We are spirited and have grand goals. We go after what we want in a direct, self-assured manner, desiring dramatic results. We prefer not to worry about details, and take the least complicated route to our goals. The sex drive is strong, and passion for life is high.

Mars in Leo can awaken a competitive spirit or drive. We’re more willing to take risks to get what we want. We also tend to make a splash, and we want to be in the driver’s seat. This transit is passionate, ardent, and dramatic. We seek to appear strong and prefer to be in the lead or the center of attention. We can be particularly angry if we feel disrespected or in an undignified position.

Jupiter is in Gemini.

Jupiter began its transit of Gemini on May 24th, 2024, and continues its transit of the sign until June 9th, 2025. Read more about Jupiter’s transit of Gemini.

Saturn transits Pisces from March 7th, 2023 until May 24th, 2025, and Sep 1st, 2025, to Feb 13th, 2026. Read about Saturn’s transit of Pisces. Saturn will enter Aries on May 24th, 2025.

Uranus is in Taurus.

Uranus transits Taurus from May 15, 2018, to November 6, 2018, and then from March 6th, 2019, until 2025/6. We approach money and personal possessions in new ways and learn to free ourselves from certain material constraints. Innovative ways to make ourselves comfortable emerge. We’re less inhibited about expressing sensuality, self-love, body love, and pampering. Above all, we’re challenging what we previously valued during this cycle.

There can be abrupt changes with money, valuables, possessions, and income that lead to a reshuffling of priorities or values. Income might come from non-traditional sources or ventures. In general, we’re bringing progressive ideas to the world of business. New ways of doing business, as well as making, viewing, and handling money, are likely. Our income and the energy we put into making money can be variable.

Pluto is in Aquarius. Read about Pluto’s transit of Aquarius. Note that Pluto finally completed its journey through Capricorn on November 19th, 2024, from which time Pluto will stay in Aquarius for many years to come.

Romance & Relationships

Venus is in Aquarius from December 7, 2024, to January 2, 2025. While Venus was in Capricorn, we valued enduring connections, reliability, and faithfulness. We took expressing our feelings seriously, and we also took our sweet time warming up to others! Generally, we kept our “cool” in relationships. With Venus now in Aquarius, we still keep our “cool” in relationships, but in a detached and impersonal sort of way. Unconventional set-ups become more appealing.

Bringing the spirit of friendship into romantic relationships is a positive use of Venus in Aquarius energy. Relationships that fairly scream “alternative” appeal to us now. It’s all about being open-minded and somewhat detached with Aquarius energy dominating the love arena. With Venus in Aquarius, it may be better to approach dating casually, with no expectations and no strings. Melodrama and emotionalism are not in favor. We may also find ourselves attracted to–or attracting–people who are not our usual “type.”

This week: On Sunday, Monday, and Tuesday, we tend to chase a little more meaning or excitement from our relationships, pastimes, and pleasures. Our humor is strong, we may be inspired by our interactions, and we’re open to change. However, we may be restless or not appreciative of what we have, feeling that the grass may be greener elsewhere. It’s best not to overstate or make big promises based only on the good mood of the moment. Still, we’re also anxious to grow and improve, and we may draw in situations that help us do just that.

On Wednesday and Thursday, we can feel pulled in opposite directions. With retrograde Mars, the pace can be slow and indecisive. There can be conflicts stirred in our relationships, with tendencies towards impulsive decision-making. Our desires can be difficult to understand, or difficult to satisfy.

Some of us may be stirring up problems in order to fulfill a need for excitement during this period, while important relationship issues can come to a head for others. We can very easily find ourselves at odds with others as if we need to be on opposite sides in order to eventually find a balance. But we’re also eager to discuss matters, especially past issues. We might intellectualize emotions and affections just enough to benefit us.

Venus, the Goddess of Love: Highlights in the Coming Week:

Venus in Aquarius A love for the unusual, a distaste for stodgy old rules and conventions, a feeling that you’re above the petty bourgeois stuff and nonsense: that’s what a new cycle brings into your life now. (“I love humanity; it’s people I can’t stand!”) Unconventional romantic and social connections are likely at a time like this.

Venus semi-square Saturn December 5. Feelings of isolation, of not getting what we really want, and of not being loved the way we want to be loved can get in the way of pleasant relations with our partners.

Venus semi-square Mercury December 5-6. Communications between lovers are superficial and unsatisfying, and perhaps awkward. Superficiality in romantic expression may exist now.

Venus conjunct Pluto December 6-7. An extraordinarily passionate time for relationships. We are focused and confident. There is a tendency to want–and to demand–a lot from a partnership or friendship. Powerful and uplifting time for romantic/sexual relationships. New insights into relationships and love. Strong attractions. Relationships begun under this influence are intense and passionate, deep and far from superficial, and can be quite possessive as well.

Venus sesquiquadrate Jupiter December 7-8. We experience a strong desire for more pleasure in our lives, which can be excessive. Take care not to overstate your feelings or to set up unrealistic expectations in your partnerships.

Venus contra-parallel Jupiter December 8. We’re optimistic and ready to take a chance or give someone or something the benefit of the doubt. We are able to make the best of a situation now. Watch for overextension. It’s best not to overstate or make big promises based only on the good mood of the moment.

Venus sextile True North Node of the Moon December 9. There is a stronger desire to connect to and belong with others at this time. We are more obliging and sociable.

Venus contra-parallel Mars December 9-10. Passions are stimulated and intense. Fine line between love and hate. Competitiveness.

Venus semi-square the Sun December 11. Irritations that seem to stem from others could be the reflection of our own inner uneasiness. Do your best to control yearnings for more and search for a creative solution for your inner dissatisfaction.

Venus opposition Mars December 11-12. Romantic needs are at odds with assertive, physical, or sexual needs. Relations are heated and erotic, but come with an underlying tension.

Venus sextile Mercury December 12. Favors playfulness in love and enhanced communication between partners. Romantic overtures, expressions of love and affection, making new social contacts. This is a time when promises, pledges, and clarifications (usually very positive!) are made in love relationships.

Venus semi-square Neptune December 17. Romantic confusion as well as relationship ups and downs. Self-deceptions may come to light now.

Venus parallel Mercury December 18. A congenial time when we appreciate diplomacy and socialize more readily.

Venus trine Jupiter December 19. Harmony and good will reign under this influence. Expansive feelings in love, and a feeling that anything is possible if we set our sights high enough, are experienced now. We are friendly, big-hearted, sociable, and optimistic. It is easy to make social contacts under this influence. Cheerfulness, trust, and confidence in love and social matters.

Venus contra-parallel Uranus December 19. Questions of freedom, change, specialness, and experimentation are raised in our relationships.

The Moon & Timing

The Void of Course Moon is the period of time after the Moon has made its last aspect in one sign until the Moon enters a new sign. During the Void of Course Moon periods, it is generally wise to stick to routine rather than to begin new projects.

The last aspect the Moon makes before changing signs is indicated here and is indicative of the “outcome” of the matter (whether that is a new project begun before the void period or the answer to a question in Horary Astrology).

Void of Course in Horary Astrology: If you were asking a question and making a chart to determine the answer, as you do in Horary astrology, it is said that since the Moon is not looking forward to any more aspects in this sign, you would have to say that the answer is not forthcoming; any questions asked at this time would not come to pass.

The Moon being Void is one of the Strictures against Judgment in Horary Astrology. The following tables incorporate the modern planets, but some astrologers do not count Uranus, Neptune, and Pluto in void Moon calculations.

The Void-of-Course Moon this Week:

Void-of-course Moon on Monday, December 9th, 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.

VOC Moon on Tuesday, December 10th, 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.

VOC Moon on Friday, December 13th, 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.

December 2024:

Void of Course Moon tables: December 2024

Timing with the Moon – Better Periods this Week for Electing New Initiatives

It’s important to note that there are more factors to consider in addition to the windows listed below. The following windows are starting points. For example, you generally don’t want to elect a new venture when a very challenging aspect is applying, and it’s preferable to elect a time when a particularly positive aspect hasn’t yet perfected (is applying rather than separating).

The Moon is waxing this week, which is generally considered favorable for new beginnings, although with some exceptions. (See Best Time to Start a Business for more details).

According to principles of timing with the Moon, a window of opportunity occurs this week from Sunday, December 8th, at approximately 11:30 AM EST, until Monday, December 9th, at approximately 3:40 AM EST, while the Moon is in Pisces. Another window occurs from Monday, December 9th, at approximately 8:40 AM EST, until Tuesday, December 10th, at approximately 5:10 PM EST, while the Moon is in Aries. Caveats: Mercury and Mars are retrograde during these windows.

See also the following articles and tables: Timing with the Moon and Opportunity Periods with the Void Moon for times and techniques.

Planetary Stations & Sign Ingresses:

Oct 9, 2024
, 3:05 AM, Jupiter Retrograde at 21 Gem 20
Oct 11, 2024, 8:32 PM, Pluto Direct at 29 Cap 38
Oct 13, 2024, 3:23 PM, Mercury enters Scorpio
Oct 17, 2024, 3:28 PM, Venus enters Sagittarius
Oct 22, 2024, 6:14 PM, Sun enters Scorpio
Oct 27, 2024, 2:31 AM, Vesta enters Libra
Nov 2, 2024, 3:17 PM, Mercury enters Sagittarius
*** Daylight Saving Time ends ***
Nov 3, 2024, 3:35 AM, Juno enters Scorpio
Nov 3, 2024, 11:09 PM, Mars enters Leo
Nov 11, 2024, 1:26 PM, Venus enters Capricorn
Nov 15, 2024, 9:21 AM, Saturn Direct at 12 Pisces 42
Nov 19, 2024, 3:39 PM, Pluto enters Aquarius
Nov 21, 2024, 2:56 PM, Sun enters Sagittarius
Nov 25, 2024, 9:42 PM, Mercury Retrograde at 22 Sagittarius 40
Nov 30, 2024, 5:35 PM, Pallas enters Capricorn
Dec 6, 2024, 6:33 PM, Mars Retrograde at 6 Leo 11
Dec 7, 2024, 1:13 AM, Venus enters Aquarius
Dec 7, 2024, 4:13 AM, Ceres enters Aquarius
Dec 7, 2024, 6:43 PM, Neptune Direct at 27 Pisces 08
Dec 15, 2024, 3:56 PM, Mercury Direct at 6 Sag 24
Dec 21, 2024, 4:20 AM, Sun enters Capricorn
Dec 29, 2024, 4:13 PM, Chiron Direct at 19 Ari 00

See also: Astrology of Today – an overview of the day (this takes you to my other site, Astrology Cafe).

Explore more astrological events in my calendar.

Note: Times given are Eastern Time (ET).

This Week’s Calendar

This Week in Astrology Calendar: December 8th to 14th, 2024

This Week’s Aspects

Venus sesquiquadrate Jupiter. We might take great strides to get noticed. Avoid impulsive buying. Problems in our personal life likely won’t get resolved under this influence. Avoid hasty (or haughty!) decisions. We might overstate our feelings or promise more than we can deliver, and the tendency to overdo is strong.

Sun trine Chiron. A sense of purpose or a “mission” is with us now, increasing our confidence. The desire to learn and grow through experiences and through others is strong. Problem solving is favored.

Venus semi-square Sun. Inner discontent can spill over into our relationships, producing subtle tension. It’s best to get in touch with our needs and yearnings instead of overindulging or procrastinating.

Venus opposition Mars. Passions run high. Jealousies are possible. Impulsive decisions affect our finances and/or established relationships. We stir up problems in order to fulfill a need for excitement.

Sun sesquiquadrate Mars. Circumstances spur us into action. Aggressiveness and conflicts are possible now. As long as we channel the excess energy constructively, instead of wasting our time arguing, we can accomplish much.

Jupiter sesquiquadrate Pluto. We may take on too many interests, activities, or desires under this influence. Exaggerating our importance or power, either to ourselves or others, should be avoided.

Mercury sextile Venus. It’s easy to make social connections under this influence. This transit favors diplomacy, charm, social graces, negotiations, presentation of ideas, romantic overtures, teaching, business deals, publishing, commerce, public relations, and joint ventures or partnerships. It is often a time when promises and clarifications are made in love relationships.

Note: Times given in the table/calendar above are Eastern Time (ET).

Daily Trends Calendar

See below for day-by-day forecasts and planets in signs. Explore Transit to Transit aspects.

See also: Astrology of Today – an overview of the day – Astrology Cafe.

Astrology Chart of Today/Now in my Free Report section shows the current chart with interpretations.

What’s In Store By the Stars – Daily Astrology Trends

(as featured on the site’s main page and in our Daily Trends Calendar)

See also the Astrology Trends Calendar that includes these daily trend overviews and other astrological events such as ingresses, stations, and lunations.

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.

DECEMBER 9

The Moon continues its transit of Pisces until 8:39 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.

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.

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.

The Moon continues its void period today until the Moon enters Taurus at 10:56 AM EST.

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.

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.

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.

If it’s your birthday today, see our feature, If Today is Your Birthday Forecasts, for a free forecast for the upcoming year.

Moon Signs This Week:

When the Moon is in Pisces

We may not want to face reality while the Moon is in dreamy, impressionable Pisces. It can be a wistful, sensitive, intuitive, and compassionate time. We are especially imaginative, and our intuition reigns under this influence. Boundaries and walls come down, as Pisces energy merges and blends. It's a time when details are overlooked and feelings defy description.

The Moon in Pisces generally favors the following activities: Imaginative undertakings, mystical or spiritual pursuits, inner development, music and drama, going on a retreat, activities involving water.

When the Moon is in Aries

We're motivated by a strong desire to start fresh. A gut instinct to begin something new is with us now, as well as the gumption to do so. Our pioneering impulses are strong, and we feel energetic, spontaneous, and enthusiastic. We may also be tactless and impulsive now. Excess energy is best channeled into physical activity.

People can be more self-motivated and also self-focused while the Moon is in Aries. It's a competitive rather than cooperative time. Accidents and tempers flaring are more likely than usual. This period is one of more personal courage.

The Moon in Aries generally favors the following activities: Quick actions that yield immediate results. Undertakings that involve the self and the personality. (Staying power may be lacking). Self-assertion, taking on challenges, beginning short-term projects.

When the Moon is in Taurus

We are motivated by the desire for serenity, security, peace, and comfort. The Moon is at her most sensual and constant in Taurus. Our basic impulses are to relax, resist change, and "stop to smell the roses." Life slows down a little, and we get comfortable. We may also be inclined to stubbornness and materialism under this influence.

While the Moon is in Taurus, people can be emotionally constant but inflexible. It's a time of stronger focus on personal needs and comfort levels, and a period of more common sense and attention to practical matters.

The Moon in Taurus generally favors the following activities: Substantial and material actions that yield solid results. Financial activities, and those involving personal possessions, applying for a loan, beginning a potentially long-term relationship, music, home decor.

When the Moon is in Gemini

Our basic instinct is to communicate, think, and learn under the influence of Moon in Gemini. We are motivated by a desire for variety and by an instinctive curiosity. The Moon in Gemini is light-hearted, breezy, spirited, and curious, but it can also be restless and fickle.

The Moon in Gemini generally favors the following activities: Mental and communicative actions, and more than one activity at once. Reading, learning, letters and emails, errands, writing, teaching, making connections, cafes, light and airy meetings, short trips.

Upcoming Weeks: Calendars

: This Week in Astrology Calendar: December 8th to 14th, 2024

: This Week in Astrology Calendar: December 15th to 21st, 2024

: This Week in Astrology Calendar: December 22nd to 28th, 2024

: This Week in Astrology Calendar: December 29th 2024, to January 4th, 2025

: This Week in Astrology Calendar: January 5th to 11th, 2025

: This Week in Astrology Calendar: January 12th to 18th, 2025

: This Week in Astrology Calendar: January 19th to 25th, 2025

: This Week in Astrology Calendar: January 26th to February 1st, 2025

: This Week in Astrology Calendar: February 2nd to 8th, 2025

: This Week in Astrology Calendar: February 9th to 15th, 2025

: This Week in Astrology Calendar: February 16th to 22nd, 2025

: This Week in Astrology Calendar: February 23rd to March 1st, 2025

THIS WEEK’S PLANETARY POSITIONS BY SIGN (General Trends):

Sun in Sagittarius You’re now embarking on a trek into a land of dreams – not passive daydreams, but vibrant visions of what may be. The time has come to stop looking at the world as it is and asking why. Now’s the time to imagine the world as it could be, and the question has become: “Why not?” You also cannot do everything you imagine now, but you cannot do anything you don’t KNOW you can do – so believe, and dare to make it happen! This means expanding your mind, your belief system, your whole base of knowledge and experience. Time’s a wastin’ – let no grass grow between your toes!

Mercury in Sagittarius A time of expanding your mental horizons is at hand. Religion, philosophy, law, and education are some of the things that may have special importance for you now. Being in touch with faraway people and places satisfies an intellectual yearning – curiosity will take you anywhere and maybe everywhere.

Venus in Aquarius A love for the unusual, a distaste for stodgy old rules and conventions, a feeling that you’re above the petty bourgeois stuff and nonsense: that’s what a new cycle brings into your life now. (“I love humanity; it’s people I can’t stand!”) Unconventional romantic and social connections are likely at a time like this.

Mars in Leo The thrill of the chase, the smell of the greasepaint, the roar of the crowd: that’s what gets your juices flowing now that you’ve entered a new cycle. To be appreciated, to be admired (adored, even) – that’s what you crave. It’s a time of creativity, drama, and passion; a time when grabbing the spotlight and stealing the scene gives you a thrill. Is winning everything? No – but it’s way ahead of whatever comes in second!

Jupiter in Gemini Facilitating the transfer of ideas and information takes on a special priority for you now. Writing, studying, and communicating play a bigger role in your life as a result. The belief that well-informed people will make the right decisions becomes an article of faith. Just remember: sometimes people know the right thing to do and STILL do something different!

Saturn in Pisces Making peace with the past, coming to terms with karmic debts: these are some of the issues that confront you as a new phase begins in your life. Failure to face these things can cause setbacks and put obstacles in your path. Learn to look beyond the narrowly personal and selfish or you’ll get in over your head.

Uranus in Taurus Practicality and ingenuity combine as powerful drives in your life now that you have begun a new cycle. Taking innovative concepts and making them real and practical is your strong suit; getting stuck in the mud is to be avoided at all costs. Financial savvy, inventiveness, worldly genius.

Neptune in Pisces Things spiritual and psychic take the driver’s seat of your imagination as you begin a new cycle. The fine arts and all manner of fantasies assume a larger-than-life importance. Surrendering to fate, karma, and other powers greater than merely mortal may be seen as the ultimate liberation. If all is Maya (illusion), what is the reality that gives rise to the world of appearances?

Pluto in Aquarius Reform, revolution, a rejection of the past and a focus on the future: these are the signatures of the new phase now beginning in your life. Tradition becomes irrelevant, and the conventional wisdom is revealed as dogma or outright nonsense – and what’s the difference, really? Radical changes in all things social and intellectual.

The interpretations in this box are from the Day Watch software.

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