Sagittarius, welcome to December! Your birthday season ends this month, and so does 2024, but the end of the month is so positive that you won't even mind. Last month, we talked about how Pluto moved into Aquarius, where it will stay for the next 20 years. While you might still be recovering from November, this month your attention turns to making changes in your community and enjoying a romantic full moon.
December brings big emotions and a lot of self-reflection for you, Sagittarius. It's a time to really look inside yourself and understand your deepest desires and fears. Focus on taking care of your emotional well-being and creating a peaceful home environment. Be open to getting support from loved ones and be kind to yourself.
Get ready for attention on you and your personal life this month. You might be feeling introspective, thinking about what you know about yourself. December 1st is perfect for some navel-gazing, but you might find that other people play a big role in your journey. Consider different perspectives and your outlook on life. There are hints that you'll have major growth in your relationships.
The first big astrological event happens on December 6th, when Mars goes retrograde in Leo and your 9th house of travel and learning. Mars retrograde can affect your sex drive, so be easy on yourself if you notice changes in your libido between now and February. It can also make you less bold and assertive, which might sound un-Sagittarius-like, but it's really just an excuse to relax. Since this is happening in your 9th house of travel, you'll probably want to spend this time unwinding at home instead of taking trips.
Also on December 6th, Venus enters your 3rd house of communication. Along with Mars retrograde, this suggests that the first weekend of the month is best spent relaxing at home with friends or a partner, doing something cozy like watching movies, rather than having big, serious talks. The next day, on December 7th, the asteroid Ceres joins Venus in your 3rd house, encouraging you even more to chill out with art and entertainment (and it can be as lowbrow as you want).
Adding to the cozy vibes this weekend, also on December 7th, Neptune ends its retrograde and goes directly into your 4th house of home and family. With this fog lifted, you should feel less stressed, making it easier to relax at home.
Circle December 15th on your calendar. There's a bright full moon in Gemini, lighting up your 7th house of partnerships. It could take a new relationship to the next level. But sometimes full moons can make us feel anxious and on edge, so it's best to keep relaxing at home that night. On the same day, Mercury ends its retrograde and goes direct, helping smooth out any tension.
The sun moves into hardworking Capricorn on the Winter Solstice, December 21st, the shortest day of the year. It's a night for cozy gatherings around the fire with family and friends. This date is also Yule, a pagan holiday that a lot of Christmas traditions come from, like lighting candles and decorating trees. While you'll want to make plenty of time to relax, know that for the next few weeks, the sun is in your 2nd house of money and resources. Your ambitious Sagittarius side might want to push through the Mars retrograde and sneak off to make some business deals, but if you do, just don't forget about your friends.
Speaking of friends, while some of you might be traveling to see relatives and have a great time, know that the holidays can be hard for some people. No matter what, it's important to connect with your chosen family. Chiron, the 'wounded healer,' ends its retrograde and goes direct in Aries and your 5th house of fun and romance on December 29th. That could mean amazing sex with new or long-term partners, but it also just points to having a blast with your friends.
The month starts to wrap up with a new moon in Capricorn in your 2nd house on December 30th. New moons are all about fresh starts. While putting happiness first (and nothing unhappy), it's okay if you want to use this day to think about changes you'd like to make in the new year. And make sure to celebrate, whether that means enjoying a chill night at home or partying with your favorite people. Have fun, Sagittarius! See you in January.