[Fate & Free Will ] Astrology for the Week of December 11-17

Before we get started, I want you to know that all times I’m going to mention are in the Eastern time zone. If you want to see the eight phases of the Moon and all of the aspects discussed in the forecast on your digital calendar in your time zone, you need my Digital Astrology Calendar. It integrates easily with any digital calendar and you can get it here plus save 10% with code HAPPY2024.

Monday 12/11: 

• ☽ at 28° 45‘ Scorpio ✳ ♇ at 28° 45‘ Capricorn | 3:57 AM
• ☽ ▻ Sagittarius | 6:10 AM
• ☽ at 01° 41‘ Sagittarius □ ♄ at 01° 41‘ Pisces | 9:13 AM
• ☿ at 08° 17‘ Capricorn ✳ ♀︎ at 08° 17‘ Scorpio | 2:16 PM

Monday you might feel an intense push for personal transformation, facing deep emotions and desires head-on. You might be experiencing some tension between what you want and practical considerations. 

Conversations have the potential to go deep, potentially uncovering hidden truths. Approach these with curiosity, honesty, and clarity to avoid misunderstandings.

Tuesday 12/12:

• ☽ ☌ ♂︎ at 12° 56‘ Sagittarius | 5:05 AM
• Sagittarius 🌑 New Moon | 6:32 PM
• ☽ at 20° 40‘ Sagittarius ☌ ☉ at 20° 40‘ Sagittarius 

Tuesday is all about that New Moon energy building. Just remember, anytime prior to the exact moment of the New Moon (which is at 6:32 pm eastern) this day is best for releasing anything that is holding you back from taking massive action going forward.

Sometimes that looks like cleaning out your closet and other times it means evaluating how you spend your time or who you spend it with.

The Sagittarius New Moon is expansive, assertive, and bold. You (and other people) may feel like pursuing shiny new objects and exploring uncharted territories. That’s great, it really is. 

But…

The square to Neptune in Pisces introduces a note of caution. While this aspect can heighten intuition and creativity, it also warns against illusion, delusion, or over-idealization. So, you might know what you want but not be at all clear about exactly how to get there. 

That could show up as thinking there’s no way it could possibly work OR there’s no way it could possibly fail.

Try to remember thoughts aren’t true just because you’re thinking them. That’s accurate for both the good and the bad thoughts. 

Ride that wave of assertive expansion to bring that dream into reality  and be willing to not know where the wave will take you. 

Finally, Mercury will be stationing retrograde just a few hours later. This matters because on January 1st Mercury will be stationing direct very near the degree of this New Moon. The retrograde may bring revisions to what is initiated now. 

*For my astro nerds: This is also tied to what was going on a few days before the Gemini Full Moon which was on November 27 because Mercury hit shadow territory (the degree it returns back to during the retrograde) on November 25.

But, Robin, what does that mean for me?!

It means go ahead and jump if you’re feeling froggy but you’ll probably need to revise some things. 

By rising sign: 

• Aries Rising: You might decide you want to pursue a quest for greater knowledge and experience, either through long-distance travel or the exploration of philosophy, religion, or astrology. Just keep in mind the need for discernment when absorbing new beliefs and understanding different cultures.
• Taurus Rising: This New Moon's bold energy may prompt a reevaluation of shared resources, inheritance, or financial obligations, encouraging assertive steps towards managing or restructuring these areas. Just make sure you don't overestimate or oversimplify these usually complicated matters.
• Gemini Rising: You may find yourself more open to assertive dealings in partnerships and contracts. Ensure clarity and realism in your expectations and agreements to prevent misunderstandings or idealizations.
• Cancer Rising: A push towards new work projects or health routines is likely. Be practical in implementing these changes, avoiding overestimation of capabilities or underestimation of challenges.
• Leo Rising: A surge in creative expression and romantic pursuits is likely, offering opportunities for joyful self-expression. Try to keep your imagination in check with a realistic assessment of both the positive potential and challenges of your new pursuits.
• Virgo Rising: You may feel a desire to expand or change your home environment, potentially strengthening family bonds. Be cautious of unrealistic expectations regarding home life or family matters, striving for a practical approach.
• Libra Rising. Expect a boost in assertive communication. You may be excited to speak your mind or share your ideas through various mediums like blogs, emails, or even casual chats. Make an extra effort to stay mindful of potential miscommunications.
• Scorpio Rising:  You might want to explore new avenues for income or re-evaluate your material possessions. However, be careful not to overestimate financial opportunities or resources.
• Sagittarius Rising: You may be inspired to redefine your personal image or embark on a new personal journey. Be cautious of overconfidence; balance your enthusiasm for self-improvement with realistic self-assessment. 
• Capricorn Rising: This period may bring introspective insights, with a focus on subconscious exploration. While intuition is heightened, remain grounded to distinguish between insightful revelations and misleading illusions.
• Aquarius Rising: The New Moon encourages expansion in social circles and pursuit of long-term aspirations. Stay grounded in these pursuits, ensuring your social and aspirational goals are realistic and attainable.
• Pisces Rising: You might feel driven to take bold, assertive steps in your career. Balance this ambition with practical considerations and realistic evaluations of potential outcomes.

Wednesday 12/13:

• ☽ at 24° 54‘ Sagittarius □ ♆ at 24° 54‘ Pisces | 1:48 AM
• ☿ ▻ ℞ | 2:09 AM
• ☽ ▻ Capricorn | 10:31 AM
• ☽ at 01° 50‘ Capricorn ✳ ♄ at 01° 50‘ Pisces | 1:38 PM
• ☽ at 06° 04‘ Capricorn △ ♃ at 06° 04‘ Taurus | 8:50 PM

Wednesday it’s time to embrace new perspectives and prepare for gradual changes. Coming down off of the New Moon high, a sense of emotional stability begins to emerge that can assist in making any grounded yet optimistic plans for the future.

Those gradual changes are likely to develop throughout the time Mercury is retrograde which begins today at 2:09 am eastern.

As Mercury stations retrograde in Capricorn, it signals a period of reflection and reassessment, particularly in areas related to communication and planning. Capricorn's influence emphasizes structure, responsibility, and long-term goals, so this retrograde phase invites a careful review of your ambitions, strategies, and the way you convey your ideas and intentions.

During this phase, you might encounter delays, snafus, or misunderstandings in communications, travel, planning, and technology. It's a time to exercise patience and double-check details. This period is also fantastic for revisiting past projects, conversations, or ideas that may benefit from a fresh perspective or refinement.

Mercury’s eventual stationing direct in Sagittarius, very close to where the Sagittarius New Moon occurred, suggests that the insights gained during the retrograde will be integral in expanding your understanding and approach to these areas.

It’s interesting (for me anyway) to think about what you’ll be rethinking and reconsidering in your Capricorn house that may impact what you want in your Sagittarius house.

But back to that Capricorn area of life where the rethinking begins…

By rising sign:

• Aries Rising: Review and refine your career goals and public image. Reassess how you communicate with authority figures and ensure your professional plans align with your long-term goals.
• Taurus Rising: Reevaluate your long-term educational goals, beliefs, or travel plans. It's a time for refining your philosophies and reassessing plans for higher education or long distance travel.
• Gemini Rising:  It's time to review and reevaluate shared finances, debt, inheritance, taxes, and other financial matters and strategies. It's an ideal period to revisit past agreements or plans related to shared assets, debts, or legacies, refining them for more effective management and future growth.
• Cancer Rising: Reassess your approach to partnerships and agreements. This phase is ideal for revisiting past discussions with partners and refining the way you handle contractual obligations.
• Leo Rising: Review your work habits and health routines. This part of the retrograde is an opportunity to refine your daily schedule, work communication, and long-term health goals.
• Virgo Rising: Revisit creative projects or romantic communications. It's a time to refine how you express your creative ideas and reassess your approach to romance and interactions with children.
• Libra Rising: Reflect on family dynamics and your home environment. Reassess your long-term plans for your living situation or familial responsibilities, finding a balance between duty and personal comfort.
• Scorpio Rising: Review how you communicate in daily interactions, especially with siblings or neighbors or with your audience. This period is ideal for refining your communication skills and rethinking short-term travel plans.
• Sagittarius Rising: This is a great time for reassessing your approach to finances and personal assets, ensuring your methods of income and resource management align with your long-term security. This phase also invites reflection on your personal values and sense of self-worth, encouraging a deeper understanding of what truly brings you stability and value in life.
• Capricorn Rising: Reflect on how you present yourself and your personal goals. It's a time to reassess your self-image and how you assert your individuality, ensuring your actions align with your long-term ambitions.
• Aquarius Rising: Reflect deeply on your inner thoughts and subconscious patterns. This retrograde is an opportunity to reassess ways you self-sabotage as well as how you take care of your mental and spiritual health.
• Pisces Rising: Reconsider your role in social circles and your long-term plans. Reflect on your communication within groups and how it aligns with your broader goals and ideals.

Thursday 12/14:

• ☽ ☌ ☿ at 08° 24‘ Capricorn | 12:46 AM
• ☽ at 11° 27‘ Capricorn ✳ ♀︎ at 11° 27‘ Scorpio | 5:55 AM
• ☽ at 19° 51‘ Capricorn △ ♅ at ° ‘ Taurus | 7:59 PM

Thursday’s atmosphere blends ambition with a focused clarity in your thoughts and emotions, enhancing communication with a depth that can deepen relationships meaningfully. 

In general, try to embrace a blend of unorthodox innovation and grounded practicality, as this unique mix can spur growth and open up new opportunities. 

Friday 12/15:

• ☽ at 24° 54‘ Capricorn ✳ ♆ at 24° 54‘  Pisces | 4:26 AM
• ☽ ☌ ♇ at 28° 52‘ Capricorn | 11:03 AM
• ☽ ▻ Aquarius | 12:55 PM
• ☽ at 05° 58‘ Aquarius □ ♃ at 05° 58‘ Taurus | 10:52 PM

Friday begins with an intensity that is usually attributed to Mondays. Fortunately, the Moon moves into Aquarius and out of the retrograde zone at about 1pm eastern. 

This makes the evening far more optimistic and ideal for having a good time - just be careful not to go too far.

Saturday 12/16:

• 🌒 Waxing Crescent Moon | 4:08 AM
• ☽ at 09° 08‘ Aquarius ☉ at 24° 08‘ Sagittarius 
• ☽ at 14° 10‘ Aquarius □ ♀︎ at 14° 10‘ Scorpio | 12:32 PM
• ☽ at 16° 10‘ Aquarius ✳ ♂︎ at 16° 10‘ Sagittarius | 3:52 PM
• ☽ at 19° 47‘ Aquarius □ ♅ at 19° 47‘ Taurus | 9:53 PM
• ☉ at 24° 55‘ Sagittarius □ ♆ at 24° 55‘ Pisces | 10:43 PM

Saturday unfolds with a mix of emotional challenges and breakthroughs; expect moments where deep passions and innovative ideas might clash, requiring careful navigation. 

Be prepared for unexpected twists that test your adaptability throughout the day and be aware that the pull towards idealism or escapism may challenge your ability to stay grounded in reality.

Your dreams may feel more vivid and your imagination may soar, but there's a risk of losing sight of practical considerations or becoming disillusioned by unmet expectations.

Sunday 12/17: 

• ☽ at 25° 16‘ Aquarius ✳ ☉ at 25° 16‘ Sagittarius | 7:03 AM
• ☽ ▻ Pisces | 2:58 PM
• ☽ ☌ ♄ at 02° 07‘ Pisces | 6:31 PM

Sunday is a little more toned down. There’s an introspective vibe that’s good for deeper emotional processing but it might show up as a need to step into responsibilities. 

It’s thoughtful and disciplined and a pretty nice way to wind down and get settled before all of the holiday festivities. 

Until next time, my wish for you is audacious growth filled with delight and whimsy.