The month opens with a Sagittarius new moon on December 1, enhancing your adventurous tendencies through dating, creativity, and pleasure. As this lunation takes place in this optimistic fire sign, you may launch new passion projects or take new, inspired leaps of faith in love. Though you typically move in a more calculated way, today is the perfect time to take more risks than usual – especially surrounding your need to express yourself. Don’t take yourself too seriously today, and try your best to go with the flow.
Mars begins its retrograde in Leo on December 6, prompting a period of revision when it comes to your personal efforts and ambitions. Recently you’ve been asserting and advocating for yourself at a rapid pace, but from now until January 6, you’ll be directing these efforts inwards. Have your recent decisions been a bit too impulsive? If so, it’s time to slow down. Burnout happens to the best of us, and while you’re used to leading the way, the current slowdown might leave you feeling frustrated. Remember, even the strongest leaders need a moment to recharge.
By December 15, the Gemini full moon sheds light on the curiosities and interests that your friendships and community inspire. The mental stimulation you gain from your social life is front and center today, allowing you to engage in these dynamics in a more intentional way. Do you have any plans for collaborations with your peers that need discussing? Or maybe you’re joining a club or organization that centers your desire for mental stimulation. Regardless, it’s a good day to spend socializing with others.
The winter solstice kicks off on December 21, shifting attention to your habits, health, and daily obligations. Now, you’ll take a more serious, pragmatic approach to your responsibilities. This season may call for more structure and organization when it comes to how you make use of your time, or how you take care of your physical body. By the Capricorn new moon on December 30, you’ll be actively implementing more refined habits into your world that require more self-discipline. Today’s lunation is fortunate for setting some new goals ahead of the new year.