While December 2022 will still be tremendously slow due to the final full month of Mars Retrograde and the arrival of yet another Mercury Retrograde cycle, we can use this moment to truly reflect on where we have been and what matters most to us. If you wish to return to the past, whether that’s a relationship, a project, an aspiration, or previously tread path, you are being given a very small remaining window in time. Use it now to your greatest advantage. We have some bold cosmic energies floating by in the first few weeks, including a fiery Gemini Full Moon on December 7. As we get to the end of the month, the energy around us will begin to slow down, and we will have to make some effort to match its pace, or it may feel a little challenging!
Part of this slowing down energy is due to Mercury, which enters retrograde on December 29, joining Mars, which has been retrograde since October. Both these planets in retrograde together will create some sticky, foggy, and maybe even confusing energy to wade through. It may be hard to see the path forward, or we may find ourselves stuck when it comes to making decisions. We may feel things come to a halt, including ourselves. This planetary combination can affect our energy levels, making us feel zapped or lethargic. For this reason, it will be important to pace ourselves this month. Don’t over-commit, and make time for self-care and pleasure!
Here is how December will pan out for your sun signs:
Aries: It is time to firmly and confidently state your needs, especially at work as bosses and co-workers are willing to listen if you are assertive yet kind. You may see the culmination of a professional desire, or creative project, during the full moon on December 7. You could feel like you’re hitting roadblocks at every turn, depleted or especially frustrated. Use this time to lie low, rest and recharge rather than trying to push a boulder up a mountain, especially in regards to a communications-related or intellectual pursuit. This could also be a time for a culmination, turning point or transition around an intellectual plan or project. Towards the end of the month, you could be broadcasting your ideas or even traveling around . There is also the possibility of a promotion or an opportunity to rise in your career or favorable press in the coming weeks.
Taurus: December brings another rocky road, Taurus. You may be feeling tension at your job or are spending significant amounts of money rather quickly.A full moon in your financial sphere arrives on December 7, which could bring a raise, new job offer or lucrative client—or may be causing you to leave one stream of income behind. If there’s anything you’d like to heal or find closure within—or even a desire to reunite with someone or something from the past—now is the moment to strike. To end the month, a new moon in your expansion zone arrives on December 23, opening a doorway around media projects, long-distance travel, immigration or academics in the weeks ahead. However, Mercury will retrograde beginning on the 29th in this same sphere, which could cause you to reevaluate these plans and tread forth carefully.
Gemini: Another challenging month awaits you, Gemini. Mighty Mars, the planet of sex, passion, and drive continues his backward spiral in your zodiac sign. This will likely make you feel especially on edge and frustrated, as if you’re exhausted, facing conflicts and hitting obstacles at every turn. Use this time to lie low and focus on healing. Don’t stir the pot or jump into anything impulsively at this time. You’ll begin to feel the slow down even more arriving mid-month, as your planetary ruler, mental Mercury, begins to approach a retrograde on the 29th. This will create delays around assets, investments—or even intimate discussions and trust with your one-and-only. Yet, a new moon arrives in this same sphere on the 23rd, which could still bring opportunities for progress around these themes in the weeks to come.
Cancer: December will still bring stormy weather, Cancer. You might be feeling especially burnt out at this time. Lie low, relax and give yourself time to go with the flow. Surrender to the universe rather than fighting against the maelstrom. There could be some progress around travel, international business, media endeavors or legal matters. A full moon in your privacy zone also arrives this month near December 7 and could cause you to meet with doctors, a therapist or specialists near this time. A secret or hidden matter may also pop up in the week surrounding it. Towards the end of the month, a time for promotions, favorable press or new jobs begin which may manifest in the coming months. The new moon in your partnership zone on December 23, could encourage you and a partner to make plans, move in or discuss marriage. However, because Mercury will retrograde in this sector beginning the 29th, it may cause confusion and miscommunication. You may prefer to discuss these thoughts but table them until later on down the road.
Leo: December will make you feel like you’re crawling through sludge, Leo. Mighty Mars, the planet of energy, is still retrograde in your sector of friendships and aspirations, likely bringing tension and frustration around all of these themes. Don’t rock the boat and try not to get riled up or fire off against someone that you know. Also early on, a full moon in your social sector appears on December 7. You will likely attend a fabulous event in the days surrounding this lunation and could even see an opportunity to reach toward a heartfelt milestone. Towards the end of the month, pursue new horizons, whether that’s in regards to academics, travel, immigration or media endeavors. However with Mercury retrograding in this sphere beginning the 29th, there could also be confusion and hiccups around what you’re agreeing to.
Virgo: Buckle up for another month where it could feel like you’re being thrashed in the wind, Virgo. Mighty Mars will continue his retrograde in your professional sphere, which will cause delays, frustrations and challenges in career matters. Go with the flow, do not push against authority figures and definitely do not launch big projects. A full moon arrives on December 7, highlighting your professional world, as well. A promotion, new job offer or decision to leave an employer may manifest near this time. If you are single, you will be motivated to look for someone new towards the end of the month. Creativity and fertility are also activated near this time. Yet, with a Mercury retrograde phase appearing in this same sector beginning on the 29th, you may feel miscommunication and delays around these themes, too. An ex may be on your mind!
Libra: Go with the flow in December, Libra. Mighty Mars continues his retrograde spin in your expansion zone, which will bring delays and roadblocks to matters around legalities, media projects, academics, immigration or international business. full moon in your expansion arena on December 7, which could see a shift around academics, travel or legalities, too. From the middle of the month, relationships will glitter like gold and you may align with a forever soulmate. Last to note is a new moon in your domestic zone on December 23, which will surely see you focusing on home and family in the weeks ahead. However, with a Mercury retrograde phase arriving in this sphere beginning the 29th, you could notice some confusion or miscommunication around these themes, too.
Scorpio: The end of 2023 will be less of a jolly ride and more of a headache, Scorpio. Mighty Mars, your planetary co-ruler, will continue to be retrograde in your sector of intimacy, assets and investments. This has likely brought tension around relationships or even caused you to burn through cash faster than ever! The full moon on December 7, brings a shift around wealth. If going through a settlement, it may now arrive.Towards the end of the month, you will likely be bounding around via travel a lot, as well as germinating unique ideas. However, with a Mercury retrograde phase beginning in this same arena on the 29th, you may notice delays or confusion, as well.
Sagittarius: Mighty Mars, the planet of sex and passion, will continue his retrograde in your sector of partnership until mid-January. This spells conflict, trouble and distance in your relationships. If frustration is cropping up, approach it with sensitivity rather than aggression. A full moon in your partnership zone appears on December 7, bringing a turning point in relationships. This could trigger a time of union—or a time of separation. The new moon is taking place in your financial zone on December 23. You could hear of a raise, new job offer or lucrative client quite soon—but be aware that Mercury retrograde will cause havoc around money after the 29th.
Capricorn: Mighty Mars, the planet of strength and energy, will continue to be asleep in your sector of productivity, meaning that there could be some frustrations and challenges around employment, your routine or even physical health. You’re likely to feel very burnt out, so don’t push too hard and learn to rest. A full moon in your productivity zone appears on December 7, which could bring a culmination or shift around your day job, expected routines or physical health. A new moon in your zodiac sign arrives on December 23, opening a doorway for you to pursue your most heartfelt hopes, dreams and plans. However, strike as quickly as you can because Mercury will retrograde in your zodiac sign beginning the 29th—likely being felt as early as mid-month. You could notice confusion, miscommunication or delays—or even be focusing on people or matters from the past.
Aquarius: December will be the slowest month you’ve seen in ages, Aquarius. Mighty Mars, the planet of energy, will continue to be retrograde in your sector of passion, romance, and fertility. Frustrations around love, hobbies or children are likely to be found now. Don’t charge into a battle around these matters—or anything—otherwise you’ll end up feeling defeated. a full moon in your passion zone arrives near December 7, bringing a turning point, culmination or ending around matters of the heart. The new moon is happening in your zone of rest on December 23. Mercury will also retrograde in this same arena beginning the 29th. This ensures you’ll be quite burnt out and ready to lie low. If situations or people from the past emerge, use this time to find closure and or resurrect it back to life.
Pisces: Mighty Mars, the planet of energy, continues to be asleep in your domestic zone, promising frustrations and challenges around home or family matters. The key to managing this energy is to try to find a new path forward rather than being stuck in your ways. Keep an open mind. a full moon in your domestic zone pops up near December 7, triggering a shift around home or family situations. Last to mention is a new moon in your fulfillment sector that appears on December 23. You could be seeing many friends in your social life, connecting with groups or even seeing opportunities to pursue a heartfelt hope or dream in the weeks ahead. Unfortunately, Mercury will retrograde in this zone slowing things down after the 29th, but the good news is that it may actually help you reconnect with people you’ve loved from the past.
