[Fate & Free Will ] Astrology for the Week of December 4-10

This week the intensity is going to be dialed all the way up. For some people this will be productive, sultry, seductive, and just a little bit wicked. For others it might look more like emo drama. 

Fortunately, how it plays out is largely up to you - how willing you are to dive into the deep end of the ocean and how well you manage your mind. Staying in the shallow end and believing your emotions are someone else’s responsibility will likely lead down the more dramatic path.

Of course, you might have to deal with people who think YOU are responsible for their feelings. That requires a whole different kind of mind management.

Personally, I think it sounds like fun.

Monday 12/4: 

• 🌗 Last Quarter Moon | 12:49 AM
• ☽ at 12° 48‘ Virgo ☉ at 12° 48‘ Sagittarius 
• ☽ at 01° 17‘ Virgo ☍ ♄ at 01° 17‘ Pisces | 1:26 AM
• ☽ at 03° 08‘ Virgo △ ☿ at 03° 08‘ Capricorn | 5:12 AM
• ☽ at 06° 45‘ Virgo △ ♃ at 06° 45‘ Taurus | 12:32 PM
• ♀︎ ▻ Scorpio | 1:50 PM
• ☽ at 07° 24‘ Virgo □ ♂︎ at 07° 24‘ Sagittarius | 1:51 PM

Monday, expect moments where you'll need to balance critical analysis with broader responsibilities, potentially leading to some stress. However, opportunities for growth and expansion in your understanding or knowledge may help with problem-solving. 

Be mindful of conflicts that may surface, and approach them with a strategic blend of detailed attention and a broader perspective.

We also have Venus moving into Scorpio at 1:50 pm eastern.

As Venus transits through Scorpio, the focus intensifies on deep, passionate, and transformative aspects of relationships and values. There will likely be a greater desire for emotional depth, intimacy, and meaningful connections. The energy of Scorpio brings a heightened sense of intensity and passion to your personal relationships, often leading to more profound and sometimes challenging experiences.

Being open to understanding and navigating complex feelings can strengthen your relationships, although try not to get overly entangled in power dynamics. This period can help you embrace emotional depth while maintaining healthy boundaries in your interactions with others.

• Aries Rising:  Emotional and financial entanglements intensify. Joint resources or emotional bonds can become areas of contention. Focus on honest and open communication about shared assets and vulnerabilities.
• Taurus Rising: Partnerships are imbued with greater depth and emotional intensity; this is an opportunity to deepen bonds and address any underlying issues in your relationships. 
• Gemini Rising: Relationships in the workplace or daily routines might become more intense. Use this period to address underlying issues with sensitivity. 
• Cancer Rising: Romantic relationships might feel more passionate but also more challenging. Embrace deeper connections while being aware of possessiveness or jealousy.
• Leo Rising: Emotional undercurrents at home could surface, potentially leading to conflicts. Focus on healing and deepening family connections through compassion and understanding. 
• Virgo Rising: Communication takes on a deeper, more intense tone; leverage this for meaningful conversations that go beyond the surface but be aware of the potential for misunderstandings. Strive for clear, honest conversations, especially with close relatives or neighbors.
• Libra Rising: You may face challenges around your sense of financial security, prompting a deeper reassessment of how you earn and manage your wealth. It's an opportunity to align your financial practices with your true values, even if this means confronting uncomfortable truths about your relationship with money and possessions.
• Scorpio Rising: This transit might intensify your personal experiences, bringing deeper insights into your identity and character, and potentially transforming how you perceive yourself and the world. It's a time to embrace these changes, using them to enhance your vitality and redefine your personal path, while being mindful of how these shifts affect your physical and mental well-being.
• Sagittarius Rising:  Venus here invites introspection and exploring emotional depths in solitude; leverage this energy to heal past wounds and understand your subconscious motivations.
• Capricorn Rising: Social interactions and friendships may take on a more intense and meaningful nature or face emotional complexities. Seek authentic connections and be mindful of group dynamics. 
• Aquarius Rising: There may be a deeper examination of your career aspirations and how you are perceived publicly, possibly unearthing challenges or hidden aspects of your professional life. Use this period to authentically redefine your public image and professional goals, aligning them more closely with your true ambitions and values.
• Pisces Rising: Use this time to explore and deepen your understanding of the world and your place in it, but be aware of the potential for becoming overly fixated or emotionally overwhelmed by these expansive pursuits. 

Tuesday 12/5:

• ☽ at 20° 10‘ Virgo △ ♅ at 20° 10‘ Taurus | 3:44 PM
• ♀︎ at 01° 22‘ Scorpio △ ♄ at 01° 22‘ Pisces | 5:51 PM

Tuesday, and really beginning Monday when Venus enters Scorpio, deep emotional connections with a sense of maturity and stability are more likely. 

It's a great time for strengthening relationships and there is support for enduring commitments and a realistic approach to both personal and professional partnerships.

However, be aware of the potential for a feeling of heaviness or obligation when it comes to emotional matters.

Wednesday 12/6:

• ☽ at 24° 53‘ Virgo ☍ ♆ at 24° 53‘ Pisces | 1:16 AM
• ♆ ▻ Direct | 8:22 AM
• ☽ at 28° 38‘ Virgo △ ♇ at 28° 38‘ Capricorn | 8:50 AM
• ☽ ▻ Libra | 11:34 AM
• ☽ at 05° 42‘ Libra □ ☿ at 05° 42‘ Capricorn | 11:00 PM

Wednesday you may encounter a tension between your desire for practical, detailed approaches and a pull towards more abstract or elusive ideas, leading to some confusion or indecision. 

However, there's also an opportunity for constructive transformation and imaginative thinking, if you’re willing to find new, resilient ways to address problems.

That being said there is also a lot of potential for confusion, delusion, and deception so be sure to fact check what you’re told and what you say.

Some of the fogginess is because Neptune stations direct at 8:22 am eastern.

The two to three days surrounding Neptune stationing direct in Pisces marks a subtle yet significant shift in our collective consciousness. Dreams and reality begin to blend, offering a chance to turn imaginative ideas and inspirations into tangible forms. You may find your intuition heightened, guiding you towards greater creativity or spiritual understanding. 

However, it's important to stay grounded, as this could lead to confusion or disillusionment, especially in matters where clarity is essential. Embrace this period for its potential to enhance creativity and empathy, but also be cautious of losing touch with practical realities.

Thursday 12/7:

• ☽ at 09° 21‘ Libra ✳ ♂︎ at 09° 21‘ Sagittarius | 6:15 AM
• ☽ at 15° 35‘ Libra ✳ ☉ at 15° 35‘ Sagittarius | 6:36 PM
• ☿ at 06° 28‘ Capricorn △ ♃ at 06° 28‘ Taurus | 11:08 PM

Thursday is one of my favorite days of this week. Practical thought and optimistic expansion are highlighted. 

You’ll probably find communication and planning are easier, more effective and grounded, but still infused with a sense of positivity and possibility. It’s an excellent time for long-term planning, negotiations, and making decisions that require both detail-oriented thinking and a broad perspective.

This is a great day for learning, especially in areas that can have practical applications. 

The main thing to be aware of is the potential to become overly confident in plans or ideas. Dream big but make sure your optimism is tempered with a realistic assessment of situations.

Friday 12/8:

• ☽ at 28° 41‘ Libra □ ♇ at 28° 41‘ Capricorn | 8:05 PM
• ☽ ▻ Scorpio | 10:34 PM

Friday is sandwiched between my favorite days for this week and while it might be a little more emotionally challenging, it’s still pretty delightful. 

Saturday 12/9:

• ☽ at 01° 33‘ Scorpio △ ♄ at 01° 33‘ Pisces | 1:33 AM
• 🌘 Waning Crescent Moon | 2:16 AM
• ☽ at 01° 56‘ Scorpio ☉ at 16° 56‘ Sagittarius 
• ☽ ☌ ♀︎ at 05° 40‘ Scorpio | 9:23 AM
• ☽ at 06° 22‘ Scorpio ☍ ♃ at 06° 22‘ Taurus | 10:41 AM
• ☽ at 07° 28‘ Scorpio ✳ ☿ at 07° 28‘ Capricorn | 12:46 PM
• ♀︎ at 06° 20‘ Scorpio ☍ ♃ at 06° 20‘ Taurus | 10:34 PM

Saturday is fantastic if you like that Scorpio kind of vibe.

Usually the Moon and Venus don’t like being in Scorpio, but that doesn’t mean it’s a bad placement for either exactly. It just means they don’t behave in a typical way, they’re a bit divergent. 

So while we have a whole boatload of fantastic aspects happening today (Moon conjunct Venus, Moon opposite Jupiter, Venus opposite Jupiter), the Moon and Venus are a bit more sultry or feisty than usual. 

You (and everyone else)  will probably experience a significant intensification of emotions and desires, particularly in close relationships, which could lead to deeper connections or reveal underlying or unresolved issues. 

This emotional depth might be challenged by a need to balance personal transformation with maintaining stability and comfort in your life which could lead to conflicts or a being of being stretched too thin.

Communication is crucial; articulate your feelings and thoughts clearly, especially in complex or intense situations, to avoid misunderstandings. Be mindful of relationship dynamics, where the desire for deep emotional engagement might conflict with the need for freedom and expansion. 

Use this period to explore emotional depths, but also to create a balance that respects both personal growth and the need for security.

I know, I said hard things like communication, unresolved issues, and intense emotions. This triggers a lot of people into ‘the sky is falling’ mode. Cut it out. None of those are bad and all lead to growth.

In fact, Venus opposite Jupiter is your fairy godmother facing off with Santa planet to create massive abundance. You’ll just have to work for it. 

Sunday 12/10: 

• ☽ at 19° 59‘ Scorpio ☍ ♅ at 19° 59‘ Taurus | 12:03 PM
• ☽ at 24° 53‘ Scorpio △ ♆ at 24° 53‘ Pisces | 8:58 PM

Sunday, prepare for unexpected changes in your close relationships or personal life; staying adaptable will help you navigate these opportunities. 

If you have the space, it’s a pretty great day for processing the week and prepping for the upcoming New Moon and Mercury shenanigans.

Until next time, my wish for you is a wildly uninhibited passion for your life. - Robin 💋