This page interprets the movements of the planets over the next two weeks.
Astrological Update on 9th December 2024
During the period covered by this update, there could be dynamic discussions. Lively debates could be a mixture of people thinking laterally or considering different options while others want to stick rigidly to their existing opinions. This relates to an interaction between Mercury in Sagittarius and retrograde Mars in Leo. Action may be more straightforward after Mercury goes direct on 15th December.
The Moon in Aries from 9th – 11th December is interacting with Mercury and Mars so taking action might help people feel as if they are doing something about the situation. It might be worth considering that sometimes it is wiser to consider all sides of a situation before taking action.
The proximity of Venus and Pluto in Aquarius during the second week in December suggests there could be changes in values. More emphasis may be placed on what is beneficial for society or the community. However, as these planets oppose retrograde Mars in Leo, there could still be a desire for personal acknowledgement. Being more objective might be conducive to greater harmony.
From 11th – 13th December, the Moon joins retrograde Uranus in Taurus. As the Moon can be linked with looking at the past while Uranus looks more to the future, there could be changes in old ways of doing things. Original and maybe unorthodox ideas might surface from the subconscious. New ways for caring for the land or producing food may be considered.
The full Moon on 15th December is in Gemini and opposite the Sun in Sagittarius. Both signs share the soul lesson of wisdom: Gemini does so by collecting much information from everyday affairs while Sagittarius is looking further afield, including philosophy and any topic that expands the mind beyond routine affairs. It is a time when plans for a holiday might be discussed.
Also on 15th December, Mercury goes direct. Over the last three weeks while Mercury was retrograde, there was an opportunity for opinions to be revised, old thoughts to be reviewed or new ideas to arise from the subconscious. Even after Mercury goes direct, it may take a couple more days before those thoughts and ideas can be implemented.
Expansion may be sought in many different directions. While this can be exciting and stimulating, controlled expansion can be more productive. The interaction between retrograde Jupiter in Gemini and Saturn in Pisces could facilitate this over the coming weeks. There is also the possibility of factoring in a compassionate element. So much wisdom can be garnered during this time.
For one week from 12th December, the Sun in Sagittarius forms tense links with retrograde Uranus in Taurus and Neptune in Pisces. It is a complex interaction in which there might be a drive to find something more exciting beyond the commonplace life of everyday. This might involve searching for a better way to live, new adventures or looking at the reality of life and considering how it might be improved.
The winter solstice on 21st December is the shortest day. Many look on it as a turning point within the year, the day after which daylight begins to lengthen. It is also the day when the Sun moves from the sign of Sagittarius into Capricorn. While this can indicate a more serious approach to life, at a deeper level, it can indicate the soul aiming for the highest it can achieve while in a physical body on Earth.
For a day or two, the Sun at the beginning of Capricorn interacts with Pluto at the start of Aquarius. There might be a sense of responsibility to bring about changes in structures and organisations in life for the betterment of society or the community. It may not be easy to introduce inventive ideas into existing systems but all action starts with a thought.
From 20th – 24th December, a multitude of new and varied ideas could include some that are unconventional or unorthodox. There could be a lot of varied social interactions. These may help some people with their search for identity, not just as a person but also their identity as spirit living in a human body. This links with interactions between Venus, retrograde Jupiter and retrograde Chiron in Aries.
At the end of the period covered by this update, the planets are distributed across the whole zodiac. This resonates with the breadth of experiences in life and how all parts contribute to it. Nothing can be taken in isolation; all is part of the oneness of life.
Keep well, stay happy.
Patricia Godden
During the period covered by this update, there could be dynamic discussions. Lively debates could be a mixture of people thinking laterally or considering different options while others want to stick rigidly to their existing opinions. This relates to an interaction between Mercury in Sagittarius and retrograde Mars in Leo. Action may be more straightforward after Mercury goes direct on 15th December.
The Moon in Aries from 9th – 11th December is interacting with Mercury and Mars so taking action might help people feel as if they are doing something about the situation. It might be worth considering that sometimes it is wiser to consider all sides of a situation before taking action.
The proximity of Venus and Pluto in Aquarius during the second week in December suggests there could be changes in values. More emphasis may be placed on what is beneficial for society or the community. However, as these planets oppose retrograde Mars in Leo, there could still be a desire for personal acknowledgement. Being more objective might be conducive to greater harmony.
From 11th – 13th December, the Moon joins retrograde Uranus in Taurus. As the Moon can be linked with looking at the past while Uranus looks more to the future, there could be changes in old ways of doing things. Original and maybe unorthodox ideas might surface from the subconscious. New ways for caring for the land or producing food may be considered.
The full Moon on 15th December is in Gemini and opposite the Sun in Sagittarius. Both signs share the soul lesson of wisdom: Gemini does so by collecting much information from everyday affairs while Sagittarius is looking further afield, including philosophy and any topic that expands the mind beyond routine affairs. It is a time when plans for a holiday might be discussed.
Also on 15th December, Mercury goes direct. Over the last three weeks while Mercury was retrograde, there was an opportunity for opinions to be revised, old thoughts to be reviewed or new ideas to arise from the subconscious. Even after Mercury goes direct, it may take a couple more days before those thoughts and ideas can be implemented.
Expansion may be sought in many different directions. While this can be exciting and stimulating, controlled expansion can be more productive. The interaction between retrograde Jupiter in Gemini and Saturn in Pisces could facilitate this over the coming weeks. There is also the possibility of factoring in a compassionate element. So much wisdom can be garnered during this time.
For one week from 12th December, the Sun in Sagittarius forms tense links with retrograde Uranus in Taurus and Neptune in Pisces. It is a complex interaction in which there might be a drive to find something more exciting beyond the commonplace life of everyday. This might involve searching for a better way to live, new adventures or looking at the reality of life and considering how it might be improved.
The winter solstice on 21st December is the shortest day. Many look on it as a turning point within the year, the day after which daylight begins to lengthen. It is also the day when the Sun moves from the sign of Sagittarius into Capricorn. While this can indicate a more serious approach to life, at a deeper level, it can indicate the soul aiming for the highest it can achieve while in a physical body on Earth.
For a day or two, the Sun at the beginning of Capricorn interacts with Pluto at the start of Aquarius. There might be a sense of responsibility to bring about changes in structures and organisations in life for the betterment of society or the community. It may not be easy to introduce inventive ideas into existing systems but all action starts with a thought.
From 20th – 24th December, a multitude of new and varied ideas could include some that are unconventional or unorthodox. There could be a lot of varied social interactions. These may help some people with their search for identity, not just as a person but also their identity as spirit living in a human body. This links with interactions between Venus, retrograde Jupiter and retrograde Chiron in Aries.
At the end of the period covered by this update, the planets are distributed across the whole zodiac. This resonates with the breadth of experiences in life and how all parts contribute to it. Nothing can be taken in isolation; all is part of the oneness of life.
Keep well, stay happy.
Patricia Godden