Cosmic Scope for Dec 2024
Woohoo! We are finally entering the Sagi season! Not only because it is the joyous festive season, but also because things tend to have a more positive spin to it.
The New Moon in Sagittarius at 09°32’ on 1 Dec heralds the start of a new adventure. It's an ideal time for embarking on a journey, whether that means traveling abroad, seeking higher education or a complete refresh of a new perspective of life.
The opposition aspect on 4 Dec between Mercury in Sagittarius at 16°43’ and Jupiter in Gemini, both in retrograde motion, is in mutual reception, creating a fascinating dynamic. Mercury resides in Sagittarius, Jupiter's ruling sign, while Jupiter is in Gemini, Mercury's ruling sign. This placement should foster a harmonious and collaborative relationship, aiming for a mutually beneficial outcome. With both planets in retrograde, the focus shifts inward. Jupiter aids the inquisitive Gemini in exploring inner thoughts with optimism and faith. Mercury, adopting Sagittarius's approach, turns inward to communicate with the higher self. Moving beyond Mercury's usual focus on specifics and daily practicalities, it accesses inner wisdom and uncovers new perspectives on the world.
Later in the day or 5 Dec (if you are in the Southern Hemisphere), the Sun square Saturn at 13°00' in Sagittarius will create a tension between the desire to explore (Sun in Sagittarius) and the restraint imposed by Saturn in Pisces, urging us to stay within limits.
The frustration peaks on 6 or 7 Dec (depending on your location) with Mars Retrograde in Leo at 06°10'. Mars in Leo typically drives us to fully express our pride, creativity, and affection. However, during retrograde, it's an opportunity to reassess our creative endeavors and actions, rather than impulsively seeking validation or soothing our ego. This period may feel restrictive, akin to a straitjacket, but it can also be seen as a chance to retrace our steps and correct our course. Mars will resume direct motion on 24 Feb 2025.
Venus enters Aquarius on 7 Dec and forms a conjunction with Pluto. This celestial event marks the beginning of a shift in our mindset regarding the value we place on friendships, relationships and our approach to financial matters. It also brings a collective focus to these areas. The way we engage in relationships and social circle may undergo a radical transformation. We may also start to take fancy in quirky fashion, or even suddenly want to change our hair color!
Later the same day or 8 Dec, Neptune stations direct in Pisces at 27°07', marking the end of a six-month retrograde period that began on 2 Jul this year. You might have experienced vivid dreams and heightened intuition, or even psychic impressions, during these past months. It may have felt strange. However, as Neptune moves direct, these experiences could start to manifest in reality!
A Full Moon in Gemini will occur at 23°52’ on 15 Dec. The knowledge and insights gained six months prior during the New Moon in Gemini may begin to yield results. This could be an opportune time to apply that knowledge effectively and observe the outcomes.
On the same day or 16 Dec, Mercury turns Direct in Sagittarius at 06°23', offering a wider perspective on unfolding events.
The Sun's entry into Capricorn on 21 Dec provides the energy needed to remain disciplined and dedicated to any New Year's resolutions we have set for 2025.
On 24 or 25 Dec, Jupiter in Gemini at 14°01' (retrograde) will square Saturn in Pisces. This aspect, which began in July this year, is set to continue until July 2025. I see this as a chance for spiritual growth and evolution. It generates tension that compels us to look deeper than the surface. We begin to question concepts like compassion, surrender, intuition, release, faith, optimism, pessimism, knowledge, education, philosophy, perspective, foreign matters, religion, politics, and humanity.
We conclude the year with a New Moon in Capricorn at 09°43’ on 30 or 31 Dec. This event heralds the onset of a fresh structure and paradigm that we will embrace in 2025. It prompts us to consider whether we are preparing for a new approach to life.
Stay tuned to my 2025 cosmic scope for each rising sign soon!
Till then, sending love, joy and peace for a great month of December ahead.
