Scorpio, welcome to December and the last month of 2024! Last month, we talked about how Pluto, one of your ruling planets, settled into Aquarius, where it will stay for the next 20 years. This month is mostly about figuring out what family means to you during the craziness of the holidays.
December is all about stability and feeling grounded for you, Scorpio. You might want to focus on making your relationships, money situation, and personal well-being stronger. Take time for self-care and reflection. It's important to balance being practical with making time to relax and be creative.
As the month starts, think about what you're willing to spend, save, or invest. Money and what you have to offer might be on your mind, with a new moon on December 1st affecting your finances and possessions. Be grateful for people who share with you, lend you money, or are generous with their time and energy. You might see a lot of generosity on the Gemini full moon on December 15th.
Importantly, starting on Friday, December 6th, your other ruling planet, Mars, goes retrograde in Leo and your 10th house of career and reputation. First, know that Mars is all about sex drive. So it's normal if this affects your libido. Scorpios are known for being sexy, and that's great if it fits you. But if your sex drive goes up and down, know that it's totally normal. Since this is happening in your 10th house, you might feel a little less motivated at work than usual. Instead of feeling bad about it, just let yourself be a little softer and gentler between now and February when Mars goes direct again.
Also on December 6th, Venus, the planet of love, enters your 4th house of home and family. If you're in a new relationship, you might feel it getting deeper around this time as your partner starts to feel at home. And if you've been with someone for a while, a cozy weekend at home is just what you need to reconnect.
Adding to the mix, Ceres, the asteroid of nurturing, joins Venus in your 4th house on Saturday, December 7th. To emphasize even more this is one of the sexiest weekends of the year, also on December 7th, dreamy Neptune ends its retrograde and goes directly into your 5th house of romance and fun. If you're in the mood, this makes things even hotter. Even if you're not feeling sexy, it encourages you to feel good in other ways, like trading massages with your partner or taking long bubble baths.
Circle Sunday, December 15th on your calendar. There's a Gemini full moon in your 8th house of intimacy and transformation. This could make some Scorpios feel extra frisky. If that's not your vibe, know that the mood is also great for a makeover, even if you're just playing around with new eyeshadow looks or nail art. Also on December 15th, Mercury ends its retrograde and goes direct. This makes communication easier and helps make any holiday travel less stressful. It should also get any exes who've been hitting you up to back off.
The sun moves into hardworking Capricorn on the Winter Solstice, on Saturday, December 21st. It's the shortest day of the year and marks Yule, a Pagan holiday that a lot of Christmas traditions come from, like decorating trees and lighting candles. It's a time for relaxing with family over hot cocoa and yummy food. For the next few weeks, the sun is in your 3rd house. This is a social vibe that's perfect for catching up with friends and family.
On Sunday, December 29th, Chiron, the 'wounded healer,' ends its retrograde and goes directly into your 6th house of health and service. This brings some healing vibes. Since it's almost New Year's Eve, it's also the perfect time to reconnect with your chosen family after any tough visits with relatives. The next day, Monday, December 30th, brings a new moon in Capricorn in your 3rd house. New moons are all about fresh starts. Without putting too much pressure on yourself, know that this is a great time to set some goals for the new year.
Enjoy the holidays, Scorpio! See you in 2025.