Planetary Cycles
Sun Signs For December 2005
Sun in Sagittarius ignites a search for life's meaning
The sun entered optimistic, inspirational and freedom-loving Sagittarius on November 21, where it will transit until the Winter Solstice on December 21. Following the deep, challenging and transformative waters of Scorpio, Sagittarius seeks meaning and understanding, gaining wisdom from the depths of Scorpio's self-analysis. Naturally jovial and fun loving, Sagittarians love to explore, travel, and find adventure in life's experiences. As the sun travels through Sagittarius, we are drawn to philosophy and finding spiritual meaning in life's journey.
New moon in Sagittarius brings inspiration and innovation
We have a new moon in Sagittarius on December 1, forming a grand triangle that brings practical grounding to our inspired ideas, opening pathways of creative expression in the world. Neptune adds a positive dose of spiritual inspiration, coloring our creative ideas with deep, contextual meaning and a sense of divinely inspired purpose. Innovative Uranus in Pisces joins Jupiter in expanding our sense of what is possible, and Mars adds the practical attunement necessary for manifestation.
After months of hindrance, many activities move forward
As the planet of dynamic action, Mars, has recently been stifled in Taurus with a necessary reevaluation of objectives, most of us have experienced some degree of frustration in getting our goals met over the past two months. Adding to the experience of delay has been Mercury, moving retrograde (apparent backwards motion) since November 13. In early December, these two planetary energies shift, as Mercury; followed by Mars both resume forward motion, on December 3 and 9, respectively. With Mercury now moving freely forward in Sagittarius, plans and future goals can begin to take shape.
Full moon highlights coming social changes
The full moon in Gemini on December 15 highlights the social milieu in which significant changes will occur in the coming few months. Many have experienced a rather extreme sense of pressure since early October, and much in our lives has needed to be reviewed. This has created an adjustment of values, beliefs, desires, and social conscience that led to deeper consideration before acting, which can potentially engender more wisdom in our choices. The full moon illuminates the deeply challenging and transformative potential of our times. Friendships and love relationships take on new meaning as their value is seen in an entirely new light.
Jupiter and Saturn face-off on values and purpose
The planets involved in shaping and reflecting the social elements of our current time, Jupiter and Saturn have, along with Mars, been in a challenging aspect which continues through December and January. The resulting crisis is one of discovering right values and aligning various objectives with wisdom toward some cohesive purpose. To a great extent, this refinement continues through most of the last six months of 2006, putting pressure on our social systems to discover meaningful values and transform their way of operating.
Winter Solstice bring potential inner stillness
The sun enters Capricorn at the Winter Solstice on December 21, and in the Northern hemisphere we experience the shortest day, or longest night, of the year. Symbolically, this represents the inward movement of consciousness, and presents a potential time for inner stillness and meditation which few in our modern culture partake of, but which can nevertheless be most fulfilling and instructive. It would particularly behoove us to take advantage of this still point in time, as the planet of love, comfort, and beauty, Venus, turns retrograde in Aquarius on December 24.
Retrograde Venus brings review and refinement of relationships
For the remainder of December, Venus retrograde launches us into a deep reassessment of our relationships, of love and what love really means to us, and of how we socially express our common humanity. The dichotomy between personal desires and interpersonal, or transpersonal concern for others is exaggerated at the†“blue moon” (a third lunation in a given month) on December 30. This then becomes the theme as we enter the New Year; the refinement of human love and personal relationships. The new moon in Capricorn plants a seed for positive action, paving the way for regeneration of positive and productive activity in 2006.
Aries - The full moon mid-month adds a push to resolve long-standing questions about career direction, finances, goals, and values. Surrendering to your higher truth and spiritual guidance will bring relief from pressure and a sense of peace about your life direction. You will benefit from participating in group-oriented events and learning experiences this month.
Taurus - Mars in your sign for the past many months has been igniting a desire to build a new foundation in your life, impacting your home life, career, and personal relationships. This cycle of planting seeds for change continues until mid-February. Future plans made with a partner are on solid ground, and communication flows easily mid-month.
Gemini - The full moon in your sign this month attracts attention from others and puts you in the limelight. Your busy life demands extra focus as you apply your energy in many directions simultaneously. Transformation in your career life and personal relationships continues, and, despite some inner restlessness, staying with long-term goals brings success.
Cancer - A potent spiritual awakening continues to affect every area of your life. Much work to build the foundation has been completed, and, although you have yet to experience the desired increase in finances and opportunities, every thing you have put in place will serve to strengthen your position in the coming year. Using your creativity wisely this month will yield future abundance.
Leo - Saturn in your sign continues to produce certain constraints on activities yet helps you to focus on completing important goals. Do not allow current frustrations to stop you, but use the experience to strengthen your resolve to build something of great value. An emotional and psychological revolution leads to less constriction and more clarity and energy for future creations.
Virgo - The full moon mid-month highlights your career, bringing your attention to what you have accomplished, and how closely your accomplishments fit with your original, or ideal goals. You review your life style, health, philosophy and beliefs to help you reach clarity on what is most important. Partners assist with loving support and innovative ideas.
Libra - Your philosophical and spiritual beliefs are up for review mid-month, and you may be inspired to hear, and be guided by, your deepest soul wisdom. Current financial realities necessitate consolidation of resources and innovative planning, but also lead you to be open to new approaches. Friends, neighbors and relatives can be enormously helpful, if you will allow yourself to receive their support.
Scorpio - The full moon occurs in your house of shared resources, highlighting a transformation in your finances. Career challenges continue to force you to stretch beyond your†“comfort zone”, exploring new activities or directions that support you to achieve your goals. Jupiter in your sign brings opportunities for expansion and creative development, while friends, family, and partners support you to bring goals to fruition.
Sagittarius - Personal relationships and business partnerships are highlighted this month. An existential crisis leads to deep reexamination of your beliefs and philosophy, assisting you to become more grounded in the practical reality of living a spiritual life in the physical plane. Communicating your truth with wisdom and using your higher inspiration, will result in more harmonious and fruitful relationships.
Capricorn- The full moon highlights your health and daily routines, inspiring you to stay disciplined in your dietary, hygiene and exercise habits. Through rigorous practice, you have been learning to let go of control, allowing yourself to be guided by your highest spiritual knowing. This naturally leads to greater balance, inner harmony, and spiritual attunement. Being patient and continuing to build step-by-step will result in success of your long-term goals.
Aquarius - Neptune has been in your sign for many years, serving to dissolve old personality patterns so your soul can shine through more clearly. In the past few months, you have been birthing new structures in career, home, and personal relationships to support a more enlightened identity. The full moon mid-month brings creative inspiration while friends, partners, and group association's support you to achieve your goals.
Pisces - Radical change has been your theme for over a year now, so you won't be surprised to experience more changes in your career or home life following the full moon, mid-month. Recent deep soul searching has lead to a shift in your values and beliefs that now must be grounded in practical application. The energy and momentum is there for you to lay the foundation for something entirely new, and friends and colleagues offer valuable support.
Carolina Eastwood provides in-depth personal astrology readings that open the doorway to fulfilling your life-purpose. Offices in Solana Beach and Poway. www.earthstarconsulting.com. or: Phone: 858/259-1590
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