December horoscope by Hannah Crerar
December is a month that brings closure to a cycle that began in June 2020. It is likely that you have reviewed and redefined your beliefs and values over this time. Acknowledge the changes that have taken place internally and externally.
As one chapter closes we are also being ushered into a new one. Before entering 2022 we will be given some very deliberate reminders of who we really are and what we want to create in this life. Let the events that take place this month spark some inner reflection so that you can build a stronger relationship with yourself and your intuition. Your intuition will be an anchor in the new year.
4th December - New Moon Solar Eclipse in Sagittarius
This new moon marks the end of an 18-month cycle for the collective. You may notice sudden endings are triggered in your own life. It is a powerful time to consider how your beliefs have changed over this time period and what you are ready to gracefully let go of. With your new beliefs settling in, plant intentions for the year ahead as it relates to your own evolution.
19th December - Venus Retrograde in Capricorn
Venus governs our values, love, and money, and this planet is retracing its steps. Don’t be surprised if an old flame or friend reappears on the scene, or if you feel the need to review a past financial commitment. Sometimes we need to review our past in order to step forward into the future with clarity. What is truly bringing love and joy into your world? Over the next 40 days, reflect on what’s working and what’s not. Save the big decisions until February when Venus stations direct.
19th December - Full Moon in Gemini
Gemini is the sign of duality and you may find your emotions swing from hot to cold. Don’t judge if you feel both passionate and disenchanted, both peaceful and aggressive, both sweet and sour. Give yourself permission to be a little fickle and unpredictable today. It’s a good moon to journal under as Gemini also rules communication and words. As the last full moon of the year, journal about your emotional landscape in 2021 and the feeling states you wish to experience in 2022.
24th Saturn in Aquarius square Uranus in Taurus
This is the third and final time Saturn and Uranus square one another this year. You may notice themes that presented in February and June reappear especially as it relates to the tension between rules and freedom. Consider what rules and structures you are willing to live within, and what boundaries you seek to expand. There is a reformation happening of life as we know it and our choices now set the foundation for what is ahead.
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Aries
This month beckons you to shed the final remnants of past beliefs you have held about yourself and the world, that just no longer serve you. The last 18 months have taught you so much about yourself and how you handle hard times. You’ve already proven some of your limiting beliefs wrong. You’ve outgrown the costume that once kept you safe, but taking it off completely can leave you feeling a little naked and vulnerable. This letting go and final clearing is required so that you can step into 2022 in an empowered state. This month also encourages you to look directly at your working situation, financial commitments and love life. It’s a big month for gaining perspective. You don’t need to take instant action but get clear on what you value so that you know your “WHY” for future actions. The full moon is a nice time to connect with close friends and really feel and receive their support and love.
Taurus
The past 18 months have taught you a lot about who and what you can trust and depend on. Importantly, you have learnt a lot about your own self-reliance and ability to create something from scratch. As the year comes to a close, reflect on the ways you have truly supported yourself through the ups and downs. Next, consider how your honesty and vulnerability with others has been received. Who and what feels like a good investment of your energy going forward? You may feel that you are coming in closer contact with your spiritual essence and you may want to commit more to the path of self-discovery. Look to people that you admire, and mentors that can help you grow. Near the end of the month, you’ll be feeling the itch to explore and adventure beyond your local area. You don’t need to rush any decisions but trust your intuition. The full moon at the end of the month shines a light on work projects. You’ll be putting in the final touches.
Gemini
Your belief system surrounding relationships is going through a final shift. Whether or not you are partnered, your internal perceptions about relationships has in some sense altered over the past 18 months. The new moon eclipse will nudge you towards new and unchartered territory so that you can embody this new understanding of relationships. What do relationships mean to you, and how do you want to show up within them? Tests may show up around intimacy and trust so be very deliberate and precise with who and what you let into your sphere. The more empowered choices you make, the better you are able to create strong and loving bonds. Later in the month, you are encouraged to review your finances so that you have some clarity upon entering the new year. The full moon at the end of the month is a good time to let yourself be seen for who you truly are.
Cancer
There is an injection of new energy in your daily rituals this month. The change is refreshing and puts a pep in your step. Your working situation may shift and it’s important to implement any structures you need to maintain a work-life balance. You have an incredible ability to care for and nurture others but you need to ensure that your efforts are spent on those who truly appreciate them. As the month unfolds, your relationships are front and centre. Assess where power dynamics exist in current partnerships that require trust - be they romantic, business or otherwise. You may also like to assess the patterns that have shown up in past relationships. It is time to reclaim your power if it has fallen away and reset your expectations for the new year. Keep your standards high and believe in yourself. The full moon is a time to really go inwards, explore the depths of your psyche, and connect with the spiritual realms.
Leo
This month you are putting the final touches on a creative project. You’ll see the culmination of your efforts around the new moon. Consider what exactly you have been creating for yourself over the past 18 months and give yourself permission to express what is housed deep inside. It’s okay if your desires have changed. You have evolved and learnt a lot about what is meaningful to you. As the month progresses, review your daily routines. What actually FEELS good in your life? How can you create more of that and how can you release what is dulling your shine. Your energy ripples out into everything you do. Make a conscious effort to connect with the people and do the activities that really bring joy and levity into your world. Clarity around your passions and purpose will be delivered in the new year. Use this month to review your options and connect with your wider network.
Virgo
This month you’ll see evidence of a shift that has slowly but surely been taking place within your home and family dynamic over the past 18 months. Take a moment to really acknowledge this shift. Your relationship with your family can reveal part of your Soul’s mission here. What big lessons have you learnt within this space and how can these lessons propel you forward? It is also a time to look at the home you have created for yourself. Do whatever is needed to let yourself feel safe and loved in this space. You may find that old flames appear on the scene as the month goes on, or perhaps your mind wanders to past relationships. There is a reason your attention is being drawn here but it’s not a time to be impulsive. Let yourself look deeply and directly at issues of the heart. Reflect on the levels of intimacy and romance in your life and what you truly want to create for yourself in this space.
Libra
There is a final shift in the way you are communicating with your tribe. You have been exploring how you can communicate more effectively over the past 18 months and now is the time to state your truest needs and deepest desires. Let your voice be powerful and vulnerable all at once. Pure unfiltered self-expression will bring you so much liberation. As the month moves on, your home space is calling your attention. What needs to be reshuffled or cleared from your space so that you feel relaxed and secure? This is a great time to get stuck into redecorating or perhaps you even consider relocating. You don’t need to make any final decisions but review your options. The final phase of the month will have you considering where you can journey to next. Even if you cannot go far, it’s important to plan some sort of quest. Maybe this is the time to journey inward or to travel somewhere close by.
Scorpio
This month brings both endings and new beginnings as it relates to your work and means of earning income. There may be a final decision that needs to be made or perhaps something you have been working on comes to a close. Be fully present for the process and don’t attach yourself to outcomes. You are ready to open a new chapter. Your enthusiasm for the work you do is what will bring you success. This month is also a time to really review who you connect with on a regular basis and whether they are having a positive impact on your energy. Who and what uplifts you? Be open to your values changing especially as it relates to your close circle. The later phase of the month is a great time to sink your teeth into something controversial or taboo. You have a knack for looking where no one else dares. Your bravery is admirable and you’ll enjoy going deep this month.
Sagittarius
This month demands your absolute presence. You are being called to step out and into the light. There is a refreshing fierceness in your step and an ability to express yourself with clarity. You will be farewelling an old version of yourself as there is a new iteration that wants to emerge in 2022. As the month goes on you will be reviewing and tweaking the way you conduct business. It’s a great time to look at how you make your money, how you can make things in your life more beautiful and how you can expand and put yourself out there with integrity. Really pause and evaluate what you want and need financially and you can use this time to reprogram any limiting beliefs you may have around money. Remind yourself not to plug into fear. You are very loved, safe and supported by those close to you. You will really feel this around the full moon.
Capricorn
This month is a great time to look within and do the inner work. It may feel tempting to numb out and escape but stay with any intense feelings that arise. When you feel your emotions fully, they are able to move through you. Along the way, implement self-care practices that nourish your body and ask for rest when you need it. It is a great month to pay attention to your dreams and any interesting visions you receive in your mind's eye as they contain helpful messages. It is important that you step forward in the new year and lead from a place of integrity and authenticity so in these final weeks of the year, reflect on the way you lead, who you want to lead and what your personal truth is. You may find that old lessons around love and relationships pop up or a blast from the past appears. The best thing to do is get into a really strong relationship with yourself so that you can navigate the situation with clarity.
Aquarius
This month you are coming to terms with what community truly means to you. Your networks have evolved quite drastically over the past 18 months. Be sure to reach out and connect with those people and groups who do mean a lot to you. You may do this in person, online, or over the phone. It is a time to really love on those who love you. You are gifted in seeing the bigger perspective and you can be an incredible visionary. Share your guidance and hope with the people who are open to it. This month is a lovely time to meditate, connect with your inner world and with the spiritual realms. As you go within, you come into contact with your subconscious mind. Here you are able to reprogram any old beliefs that are keeping you stuck. Under the light of the full moon, let yourself step into the spotlight, laugh, play, and creatively express. It’s a time to drop the seriousness and let yourself be silly.
Pisces
This month is a great spiritual journey and one that will have you feeling very deeply. Your emotional sensitivity is your greatest strength, however, you should not let the intensity of the month overwhelm you. Let your emotions be the springboard to connect you with what really matters. You may feel the urge to move location or go on an adventure but remind yourself that sometimes the greatest adventure you can go on is the journey within. You can also expect certain events and lifestyle changes to challenge your personal beliefs and moral code. You may even find that you are suddenly ready to let go of an old habit, addiction, or stubborn limiting belief. All the change that is happening is purposeful so it is important you are not in a state of resistance. When one door closes, another opens. Pay attention to the world around you as there will be many opportunities available to collaborate and connect with like-minded communities.
Horoscope by Hannah Crerar
Hannah specialises in Soul Pschology, Chakra and Meridian Theory, Trauma Informed Yoga tools and Astrology.
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